Sponsor the 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight

Inspire. Connect. Transform the future of entrepreneurship in Western Massachusetts.

The 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight is a monthly live event series and year-round initiative that lifts up local entrepreneurs, connects them with business resources, and helps create an inclusive, thriving local economy. By becoming a sponsor, your organization gains visibility, community trust, and a direct role in shaping the region’s entrepreneurial future.

Why Sponsor?

When you sponsor the 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight, you:

  • Showcase your commitment to local economic development
    Your support helps highlight and uplift emerging entrepreneurs and startups throughout Western Massachusetts.
  • Gain brand visibility
    Sponsors are prominently featured on event materials, digital promotions, press releases, and across our online platforms.
  • Engage directly with business leaders and innovators
    Connect with attendees and presenters, build relationships, and demonstrate leadership in the regional business community.
  • Support inclusive growth
    Help create opportunities for underrepresented founders and small businesses, strengthening the local ecosystem.

Our Event Partners

Sponsorship Level Details

Platinum Program Sponsor – $15,000 (1-Year Exclusive)

Become the sole sponsor of the entire 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight program and its groundbreaking Entrepreneurial Barriers Research Project, a collaboration with The Sphere Northampton and Common Capital.

You support:

  • All 12 monthly Entrepreneur Spotlight events

  • Full funding of the Entrepreneurial Barriers Research Project

  • Regional stakeholder Think Tank and a community launch event

  • A co-branded research report and storytelling campaign

Benefits:

  • “Platinum Program Sponsor” title and top-tier branding across all program elements

  • Speaking opportunities at multiple events and the research launch

  • Featured profile in all newsletters and on the program website

  • Logo on all research materials and the final published one-pager

  • Premier logo placement on:

    • Event signage and digital ads

    • 413 Calendar listings

    • Email newsletters

    • Program landing page

  • Solo social media spotlight campaign throughout the year

  • Option to reserve an exhibit table at events you sponsored.

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Gold Sponsor – $5,000 (9 Events)

Sponsor the full year of events and become a recognized champion of local business.

Benefits:

  • “Presented by” branding on all 9 events

  • Speaking opportunity at 1 or more events

  • Featured sponsor profile on website and in monthly newsletters

  • Top-tier logo placement on:

    • Event signage and flyers

    • 413 Calendar event pages

    • Website and email promotions

  • Dedicated social media spotlight per event (solo post)

  • Option to reserve an exhibit table at events you sponsored.

Supporting Sponsor – $2,500 (6 Events)

Sponsor half the year and connect with a wide audience across Western Massachusetts.

Benefits:

  • Logo featured on promotional materials for 6 events

  • Opportunity to introduce a speaker or entrepreneur at 1 event

  • Option to reserve an exhibit table at events you sponsored.

  • Logo with link on:

    • 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight landing page

    • 413 Calendar event listings

    • Email newsletters

  • Included in group sponsor social media posts for each event

Community Sponsor – $1,000 (3 Events)

Support three events and build awareness while aligning with a positive regional mission.

Benefits:

  • Logo featured on materials for 3 events

  • Option to reserve an exhibit table at events you sponsored.

  • Logo with link on:

    • Program landing page

    • 413 Calendar listings

    • Monthly newsletters

  • Included in group social media promotions

Single Event Sponsor – $500 (1 Event)

Ideal for local businesses and organizations seeking to establish a targeted, high-impact connection.

Benefits:

  • Logo featured on promotional materials for 1 event

  • Option to reserve an exhibit table at events you sponsored.

  • Logo on:

    • Event landing page

    • Monthly newsletter

    • 413 Calendar event listing

  • Group recognition on social media

Ready to make a lasting impact?

To inquire about becoming a 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight event  sponsor, please fill out our form below: