Event Sponsorship Opportunities
When building relationships in business, there is no substitute for face-to-face contact so we’ve developed a dynamic roster of events and conferences that appeal to business leaders from virtually every major industry. From prestigious award programs to focused panel discussions to inspirational philanthropic events, Smart Business has the expertise to customize networking events both big and small to meet your specific marketing goals. If you’d like more information on these programs, contact Melissa Gottlieb, vice president of sales for Smart Business Print and Events at (800) 988-4726.
Events Overview
Evolution of Manufacturing Awards
The eVolution of Manufacturing Awards recognizes manufacturers and technology companies that have adapted to a global economy through improved operations, products or services.
Perspectives: Women Who Excel Conference
The Perspectives: Women Who Excel Conference is a panel discussion of leading female executives exploring the issues of diversity, management and leadership as it relates to women.
World Class Customer Service Awards
The Five-Star World Class Customer Service Awards honors companies that distinguish themselves with superior customer service while raising the awareness of its importance in the business world.
Innovation in Business Conference
The Innovation in Business Conference is a panel discussion and awards ceremony recognizing the region’s most innovative companies and business leaders.
Cascade Capital Business Growth Awards
The Cascade Capital Business Growth Awards honors companies located in the Akron/Canton region that have prominently increased sales or employment over the previous five years.
Pillar Awards for Community Service
The Medical Mutual Pillar Awards for Community Service honors businesses and individuals dedicated to making their region a better place to live while demonstrating the tie between the for-profit and non-profit worlds.
Power Players Luncheon Series
The Power Players Luncheon Series is a quarterly event featuring the most influential leaders in the business community speaking to the driving forces that make Northeast Ohio such a great place to work and live.
Power 100 Luncheon
The Power 100 Luncheon brings to life the annual edition of Smart Business Columbus that recognizes the 100 most powerful business, civic and political leaders in Central Ohio.
Smart Leaders Award Luncheon
The Smart Leaders Award Luncheon is a recognition event honoring the brightest and most innovative corporate leaders in the business community while bringing to light the strategies they used to attain their success.
Smart Business Live Luncheon
The Smart Business Live Luncheon is a networking event featuring a panel discussion of 3 local business leaders sharing their insight on an identified management topic like Leadership, Innovation and Economic Development.

