SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

for

Annual Awards Celebration Dinner

November 20th, 2025

5:30pm to 9:30pm

Johnson's Locust Hall Farm

 Springfield, NJ

Event Description

The NJNLA Annual Awards Dinner is a Prestigious event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of professionals in the Nursery and Landscape Industry in New Jersey. This annual gathering brings together industry leaders, innovators, and community members to honor those who have demonstrated excellence in their work. The dinner features awards presentations, networking opportunities, and a chance to recognize individuals and companies that have made significant impacts on the Landscape and Horticulture sectors. It serves as both a celebration of success and a chance for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and inspire each other for the future. This is also a time for all to come and celebration the years end together. 

Our Audience

You will be joined by individuals who specialize in various aspects of the green industry. Over the last ten years, this event has drawn an intimate group of 100+ attendees, including nursery owners, landscapers, educators and horticulture professionals but the reach goes beyond this selective group.  As a sponsor, your name will be featured on all marketing materials being distributed to over 5000 industry professionals in the months leading up to the event.

Benefits of Sponsorship

• Exclusive visibility as a supporter of New Jersey's Nursery & Landscape Industry.
• Brand recognition on event signage, programs, website, and social media.
• Complimentary tickets and tables with priority seating for networking.
• Logo featured on event slideshow and digital promotions.
• Media exposure through press releases and post-event communications.
• Direct connection with key decision-makers, business leaders, and industry professionals.
• Custom activation opportunities (e.g., branded gifts, cocktail hour sponsorship, dessert or award sponsor)
• Support of NJNLA's mission to promote and strengthen the state's green industry.

Sponsorship Packages & Marketing Opportunities

We offer a variety of sponsorship packages designed to fit your goals and budget.  Whether you're a nursery, supplier, service provider or educational institution, your support makes this event possible and ensures a stronger, more connected horticulture community in New Jersey.

Supporter  -  $250

• Name is included among our list of supporters

Bronze Sponsor  -  $500

• Company name listed in event program and on website.
• 1 complimentary ticket.
• Recognition in slideshow during dinner.

Silver Sponsor  -  $1000

• Logo in event program and on website.
• 2 complimentary tickets
• Logo featured on slideshow during dinner.
• Recognition from podium.

Gold Sponsor  -  $2500

• Logo on event signage, program, website, and social media
• Quarter-page ad in the event program.
• 4 complimentary ticket.
• Recognition from podium.

Platinum Sponsor  -  $5000

•  Recognition from podium during dinner.
•  Premium logo placement on event signage, program, website, and social media.
•  Half-page ad in the event program.
  
• 1 complimentary table (8 tickets) with priority seating.
•  Logo included in post-event thank-you emails to attendees.

How to Become a Sponsor

***(Please click on the REGISTER button above to complete information on person(s) attending with Complimentary Ticket(s) then choose and secure your preferred sponsorship (limit numbers available for each types). If you prefer contacting the NJNLA office for help with purchasing and the Complimentary Tickets please call Jeanne at 609-291-7070.

LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT TYPE OF SPONSORING? 

TRY PICKING FROM OUR ALLA CARTE SPONSORSHIPS LISTED BELOW.

 Program Sponsor - $750.00     

• Logo on back cover of the program booklet.

Table Sponsor - $1,000.00     

• Logo centerpiece sign and recognition on that table.

Award Sponsor - $1,500.00     

• Recognition when a specific award is presented, logo on award slide.

Dessert Sponsor - $2,000.00     

• Logo displayed on dessert tables and coffee stations.

Reception Sponsor - $3,500.00           

• Branding on cocktail hour signage, napkins and bar areas.

Presenting Sponsor - $10,000.00     

• Exclusive (1 available)
• Naming rights: "Annual Awards Dinner presented by [Company Name]"
• Speaking opportunity during the program.
• Premium logo placement on all event materials, signage, website, and social media.
• Full Page ad in event program.
• 2 Complimentary tables (16 tickets total) with priority seating.
• Company logo on event backdrop/photo wall.
• Recognition in all press releases and media coverage.
• Opportunity to provide branded gift or promotional items to attendees.

Please click on the REGISTER button above complete your information then proceed to choose and secure your preferred sponsorship. If you prefer contacting the NJNLA office for help with purchasing and the Complimentary Tickets please call Jeanne at 609-291-7070.

We thank you for participating by sponsoring the NJNLA Annual Awards Dinner!

                           For detailed information regarding sponsorship opportunities, associated pricing or other events,                                        please reach out to Lori Jenssen at njnla.director@gmail.com