Sponsorship

Plastics Hall of Fame sponsorship helps your company by increasing visibility, enhancing reputation, fostering employee engagement, and creating valuable networking and business opportunities. It also supports your broader goals of industry leadership, sustainability, and growth in the ever-evolving world of plastics.

Sponsors

Associate your company with our industry’s best by becoming a sponsor. The Plastics Hall of Fame, Inc. is a Delaware non-profit corporation with a 501(c)3 designation. The organization relies 100% on sponsorships.

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsorship of the Plastics Hall of Fame (PHoF) can benefit your company and its employees. The Hall of Fame honors the contributions of individuals who have made outstanding plastic advancements and recognizes their achievements. By sponsoring this prestigious institution, your company can enjoy both tangible and intangible advantages:
Employee Engagement and Motivation

Employee Pride: Supporting an organization that celebrates the achievements of pioneers in the plastics field can boost employee morale and instill a sense of pride in the company’s commitment to advancing the industry.

Career Development: Sponsorship may also create opportunities for your employees to attend prestigious events or participate in industry leadership discussions. This exposure can help them grow professionally and stay on top of industry trends and innovations.

Enhanced Brand Visibility and Credibility

Industry Leadership: Sponsorship aligns your company with a revered institution that celebrates innovation and leadership in the plastics industry. It positions your company as a key player in the field and signals to customers, partners, and competitors that you support excellence in plastics.

Public Recognition: Your company will be prominently recognized in marketing materials, event signage, and digital platforms related to the Hall of Fame, giving you exposure to a wide audience of industry professionals, decision-makers, and stakeholders.

Differentiation in the Marketplace

Competitive Edge: Sponsoring a prestigious institution like the Plastics Hall of Fame can set your company apart by highlighting your leadership, innovation, and investment in the industry’s future. It reflects a commitment to shaping the industry’s direction and supports your positioning as a forward-thinking organization.

Attract Top Talent: Associating your company with the Hall of Fame can increase your appeal to high-caliber candidates who want to work for an organization seen as an industry leader and supporter of innovation.

Industry Recognition

Reputation Enhancement: Sponsorship of the Hall of Fame demonstrates your company’s dedication to fostering innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the plastics sector. This can enhance your company’s reputation as a responsible, forward-thinking organization that values the industry’s legacy and future.

Marketing and PR: As a sponsor, your company can benefit from positive media coverage and brand association with the Hall of Fame. This brand association can translate into stronger brand equity, increased awareness, and an enhanced reputation inside and outside the plastics industry.

Support for Industry Growth and Education

Educational Outreach: By sponsoring the Plastics Hall of Fame, your company is supporting an institution that educates the public and industry professionals about the history and future of plastics. This outreach may also include research grants, educational programs, and initiatives that foster innovation and sustainability in the industry.

Commitment to Sustainability: If your company focuses on sustainability and environmental responsibility, sponsoring the Hall of Fame can help reinforce your commitment to these principles. The Hall of Fame celebrates historical achievements and ongoing advancements in materials and technologies, providing a platform for promoting sustainable practices.

Networking Opportunities

Access to Industry Leaders: The Plastics Hall of Fame often hosts high-profile events, gatherings, and induction ceremonies that attract thought leaders, top executives, and innovators in the plastics industry. Sponsoring can create valuable connections and open doors to new business opportunities.

Strategic Partnerships: Sponsorship can be a gateway to forming partnerships with other influential companies and organizations in the sector, potentially leading to collaborations on new projects, technologies, and research initiatives.

Sponsorship of the Plastics Hall of Fame

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Plastics Hall of Fame (PHoF)'s Role

The Plastics Hall of Fame (PHoF)’s role in advancing the plastics industry by recognizing and celebrating the achievements of individuals who have significantly contributed to the development and innovation of plastics and polymers. It is more than just a recognition body; it serves as a key institution that impacts the entire industry in several important ways:

Preserving Industry History and Legacy

Recognition of Pioneers: The PHoF honors individuals who have been instrumental in shaping the history of the plastics industry, whether through inventing new materials, creating manufacturing processes, or leading important business innovations. This historical recognition highlights the industry’s rich heritage and provides context for current and future advancements.

Educational Value: By documenting and celebrating these achievements, the PHoF provides a valuable resource for educational institutions, industry professionals, and the general public to learn about the critical milestones that have defined the development of plastics over the years.

Encouraging Innovation and Research

Spotlighting Achievements: The PHoF encourages innovation within the plastics industry by celebrating inductees’ achievements. It raises awareness about cutting-edge developments, such as sustainable materials, advanced polymers, recycling technologies, and manufacturing techniques.

Inspiration for Future Generations: The recognition of individuals who have changed the face of the industry serves as an inspiration for current and future engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs. It encourages new generations to continue the work of these pioneers and push the boundaries of what is possible in plastics.

Fostering Collaboration and Networking

Connecting Industry Leaders: The induction ceremonies and events surrounding the PHoF provide an important platform for networking, where industry leaders, researchers, educators, and manufacturers come together to discuss emerging trends, share insights, and collaborate on future projects.

Cross-Sector Engagement: The PHoF is a gathering point for professionals from different plastics industry sectors—ranging from raw material suppliers and manufacturers to sustainability advocates and innovators in recycling technology. These connections often lead to new partnerships, collaborations, and industry-wide initiatives.

Advancing Education and Professional Development

Promoting Best Practices: The PHoF plays an important educational role by raising awareness about best practices, safety standards, and ethical considerations in the plastics industry. Its recognition of industry leaders often draws attention to emerging trends and technologies that can shape the future of manufacturing, sustainability, and product development.

Industry Engagement: Through its events, the Hall of Fame also supports continued education for professionals in the field, providing a platform to discuss innovations, materials, and technologies. Educational workshops, seminars, and symposia may accompany induction events, helping professionals stay on the cutting edge of the industry.

Promoting Sustainability and Responsible Growth
Supporting Sustainable Practices: As sustainability becomes a critical issue in the plastics industry, the PHoF highlights the importance of environmental responsibility. Many inductees have been pioneers in developing more sustainable materials, more efficient recycling processes, and new ways to reduce plastic waste, making the Hall of Fame an advocate for these pressing issues.

Fostering Responsible Innovation: The PHoF advocates for innovations that advance the industry and address social, environmental, and economic challenges. The PHoF encourages others in the industry to follow suit by showcasing individuals driving sustainability.
Increasing Public Awareness of the Plastics Industry
Shaping Public Perception: The Hall of Fame helps the public and media recognize that the plastics industry is not just about producing consumer goods but also about enabling technological advancements in sectors like healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy. It promotes a broader understanding of plastics’ vital role in modern life and technological progress.

Highlighting Positive Contributions: By showcasing the positive impact of the plastics industry, the PHoF helps counteract negative stereotypes and misconceptions. It offers a platform for sharing stories of innovation, progress, and problem-solving, showing how the plastics industry is evolving in response to environmental challenges.
Strengthening the Industry's Global Impact
Global Recognition: The PHoF is not limited to the United States or a specific region—it recognizes global contributions to the plastics industry. This fosters a sense of unity and shared purpose across different regions, making it clear that the plastics industry’s influence is worldwide.

Supporting International Collaboration: By celebrating global achievements and recognizing international leaders, the PHoF helps build bridges between companies, research institutions, and governments, paving the way for cross-border collaboration and the sharing of technologies and knowledge.
Providing a Platform for Ethical Leadership
Recognizing Ethical Contributions: In addition to technological and business achievements, the PHoF also recognizes individuals who have contributed to the ethical development of the plastics industry. This can include those who have worked toward improving the safety, health, and well-being of workers, communities, and the environment.

Encouraging Responsible Leadership: The Hall of Fame sets a standard for ethical leadership in the industry, helping guide future generations of professionals and leaders to think critically about technological progress’s social and environmental responsibilities.

The Plastics Hall of Fame serves as an essential institution for the plastics industry by:

Its impact reaches across various facets of the industry, from research and development to education, sustainability, and professional networking, ensuring that the plastics sector continues to grow, evolve, and positively contribute to society

Premier Sponsors

This is a three-year exclusive top-level sponsorship for only two donors.  

Benefits include 64 tickets for the NPE gala, the K-Show gala, or both. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The premier sponsor will be promoted as sponsoring the gala dinner and be recognized on the PHoF website with a logo and link, listed in the gala programs, and the logo displayed on gala signage. Also, the sponsor will receive a large trophy for display, a logo on the photo background, and be recognized in PHoF social media.

As a special thank you, the premier sponsor will receive eight tickets to attend the VIP reception and have 5-minutes to address the audience from the gala podium.

Our premier sponsors are:

Champion Sponsors

This is a three-year exclusive top-level sponsorship for only three donors.  

Benefits include 32 tickets for the NPE gala, the K-Show gala, or both. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The champion sponsor will be promoted as sponsoring the gala reception,  cocktail, or after-party, and be recognized on the PHoF website with a logo and link, listed in the gala programs, and the logo displayed on gala signage. Also, the sponsor will receive a trophy for display and a logo on the photo background.

As a special thank you, the champion sponsor will receive four tickets to attend the VIP reception.

Our champion sponsors are:

Partner Sponsors

This is a three-year sponsorship for only five donors.  

Benefits include 16 tickets for the NPE gala, the K-Show gala, or both. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The partner sponsor will be promoted as sponsoring the gala entertainment, decoration, photographer, lapel pin, or website sponsor and be recognized on the PHoF website with a logo and link, listed in the gala programs, and the logo displayed on gala signage. Also, the sponsor will receive a small trophy for display.

Our partner sponsors are:

Fellow Sponsors

This is a one-year sponsorship.  

Benefits include eight tickets for the NPE gala or the K-Show gala. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The fellow sponsor will be promoted as sponsoring one of the inductees and be recognized on the PHoF website and listed in the gala program.

Our fellow sponsors are:

Friend Sponsors

This is a one-year sponsorship.  

Benefits include four tickets for the NPE gala or the K-Show gala. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The friend sponsor will be recognized on the PHoF website and listed in the gala program.

Our friend sponsors are:

Sponsorship Packages

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Become a Sponsor

Associate your company with our industry’s best by becoming a sponsor. Your three-year sponsorship to the mission of the Plastics Hall of Fame will spotlight your company at both gala events. We will display your logo proudly within our event programs, on our website, in our hallway signage and photo backdrops. We have six sponsorship levels with progressing benefits. Choose the sponsorship level that best fits your marketing goals.

The Plastics Hall of Fame, Inc. is a Delaware non-profit corporation with a 501(c)3 designation. The organization relies 100% on donations and is run exclusively by volunteers.

Supporter Sponsors

This is a one-year sponsorship.  

Benefits include two tickets for the NPE gala or the K-Show gala. Also available is a 20% discount on additional tickets.

The supporter sponsor will be recognized on the PHoF website.

Our supporter sponsors are:

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