Get Involved: Sponsors
NSIV is a valuable resource to entrepreneurs, service providers, investors, government agencies, and others interested in the development of new technologies. Working with our member companies provides for long-term relationships and supports the economic growth of the North Shore.
Sponsor Impact:
Sponsors are a visible and active part of the community that allows NSIV portfolio companies to become leaders and self-supporting companies. Sponsors play a key role by engaging at their early stage of development. This is the first step in creating high-skill, well-paying jobs that are crucial for our region and our country to remain competitive in the global marketplace.
Note: All sponsorships are tax deductible
Types of Sponsorships
Founding Partners:
Founding Partners receive naming rights in high-traffic areas or prominent locations within NSIV facilities, are featured in organization materials, invited to committee participation, and receive full Platinum Sponsor benefits as outlined below. Founding Partners commit to a multi-year contribution in support of the NSIV programs.
Sustaining Sponsors:
Sustaining Sponsors are featured in organization materials and receive full Platinum Sponsor benefits as outlined below. Sustaining Sponsors commit to a multi-year contribution in support of the NSIV program.
Annual Sponsors
Annual sponsors are invited to participate in all NSIV activities and are included on the NSIV website and featured in all appropriate organization material. Sponsors are provided opportunities to meet with and engage with our portfolio companies and are also encouraged to actively volunteer resources to our members and participate on their advisory boards at their discretion.
Platinum:
Support at this level entitles sponsors to regularly scheduled office hours within the NSIV center for contact with portfolio companies.
Gold:
Facility access, website logo links, materials recognition.
Silver:
Event attendance, website logo links, sponsor events promoted.
Bronze:
Website logo links, promotional materials on display
Supporters:
Supporters are individuals or small company sponsors that support the work of NSIV and/or may benefit from the programs and facilities. May include website logo links, invitation to InnoVentures U Programs, and occasional use of flex space.
Sponsored Services
Legal Services packages including corporate filings, IP protection, and contracts
Accounting and Tax Services, including government accounting
Equipment & Lab Supplies
Financial Management & Planning
Human Resources, including Hiring Assistance
Government Grant Assistance
Insurance
Laboratory Design Services
Academic Library Access
Marketing & Communications
Safety Consultation
Shipping
Specialized Software