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1. Corporate Sponsors

Large corporations with a local presence can provide significant financial support in exchange for prominent brand visibility and activation opportunities.
Huntington Bank: Title sponsorship or exclusive financial services partner.
Nationwide: Insurance partner with naming rights for key areas like the Kids Zone.
American Electric Power (AEP): Sustainability partner focusing on energy-efficient installations.
Cardinal Health: Health and wellness sponsor with branded first aid and wellness stations.
CoverMyMeds: Tech sponsor supporting interactive digital experiences or a technology hub.
Bath & Body Works: Fragrance or wellness partner with brand pop-up experiences.
L Brands (Victoria’s Secret, Pink): Fashion partner sponsoring giveaways or limited-edition merch.
Chase Bank: Financial literacy partner hosting financial workshops.
JP Morgan: VIP Lounge sponsor with exclusive access for partners and VIP guests.
Kroger: Grocery sponsor with food sampling, exclusive product discounts, or branded stations.

2. Local Business Partners

Partnering with well-known local businesses helps promote community pride and local entrepreneurship.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams: Exclusive ice cream partner with custom 614 Day flavors.
Homage: Apparel sponsor creating limited-edition 614 Day merchandise.
North Market: Partner to feature popular local vendors.
Watershed Distillery: Exclusive spirits partner, offering a branded cocktail experience.
Land Grant Brewing: Local beer sponsor with exclusive brews for the event.
Roosevelt Coffeehouse: Coffee sponsor with branded coffee experiences or pop-ups.
Sole Classics: Sneaker and streetwear partner with pop-up retail space.
Hot Chicken Takeover: Food vendor partner offering signature dishes and event specials.
Parable Coffee: Non-alcoholic beverage partner providing specialty drinks.
Mikey’s Late Night Slice: Local pizza partner with a presence at the food court.

3. Media and Entertainment Partners

Partnerships with media outlets and entertainment companies help amplify event awareness and reach a wider audience.
iHeartMedia: Official media partner providing radio promotions, interviews, and live broadcasts.
614 Magazine: Print and digital media partner for pre-event coverage and advertising.
The Columbus Dispatch: Media partner providing print and online features.
CD102.5: Local radio station partner with on-site broadcasts and giveaways.
WOSU Public Media: Educational media partner for cultural and arts coverage.
NBC4: Local news partner for live event coverage and pre-event promotions.
Columbus Alive: Partner for arts and culture coverage and special event editions.
Experience Columbus: Destination marketing partner promoting the event to tourists.
Gateway Film Center: Film and entertainment partner hosting a local film showcase.

4. Cultural and Community Partners

Nonprofits and cultural institutions can be involved as partners, aligning with the event’s mission to give back and foster community.
Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC): Arts sponsor supporting local artists' involvement.
COSI: Partner for interactive science and family-friendly experiences.
King Arts Complex: Cultural sponsor providing entertainment and historical context.
Franklin Park Conservatory: Floral sponsor aligning with the "giving flowers" theme.
Columbus Museum of Art: Art installations or creative workshops.
Columbus Landmarks Foundation: Historical sponsor with walking tours or exhibits.
BESA: Volunteer partner coordinating volunteer efforts and community service initiatives.
Ohio History Connection: Local history sponsor providing exhibits or storytelling experiences.
Mid-Ohio Food Collective: Charity partner to collect donations or organize food drives.
Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA): Transportation partner offering free or discounted rides.

5. Sports Teams and Organizations

Local sports teams can help boost visibility, add entertainment value, and attract different demographics.
Columbus Crew: Sports partner providing interactive soccer experiences.
Columbus Blue Jackets: Hockey-themed activities or branded giveaways.
Ohio State University Athletics: Activation spaces featuring former athletes or mascots.
Columbus Clippers: Baseball-themed experiences or fan interaction booths.
Columbus Sports Commission: Partner for promoting athletic activities and competitions.

6. Tech and Innovation Partners

Highlighting Columbus as a tech and innovation hub, these companies can sponsor tech-related experiences or services.
Root Insurance: Tech and auto insurance sponsor providing interactive demos.
Drive Capital: Partner for entrepreneurship and tech innovation sessions.
CoverMyMeds: Tech partner supporting digital health or tech installations.
IBM or Accenture: Innovation partners showcasing AI or immersive tech experiences.
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies: Partner for futuristic travel demos or installations.

7. Beverage and Food Brands

Local and national beverage brands can create exclusive drink options and sponsor food experiences.
Seventh Son Brewing Co.: Beer sponsor offering exclusive brews for the event.
G&J Pepsi: Soft drink partner providing branded drink stations and samples.
High Bank Distillery: Spirits partner offering branded cocktails and tastings.
Middle West Spirits: Distillery sponsor with mixology demos or branded bars.
Donatos: Pizza partner offering event-themed dishes or specials.
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants: Partner for VIP food experiences or chef demos.

8. Fashion and Retail Brands

Local fashion brands can collaborate on exclusive merchandise, pop-up shops, or branded giveaways.
Easton Town Center: Retail sponsor providing pop-up spaces or vouchers.
Express: Fashion partner collaborating on a 614 Day clothing line.
Thread: Local boutique sponsor offering curated pop-up retail experiences.
Rowe Boutique: Fashion activation partner offering event-exclusive items.
Capital Style Magazine: Media and fashion partner for covering style trends.

9. Fitness and Wellness Partners

Health and wellness brands can offer fitness activities, wellness experiences, or branded products.
OrangeTheory Fitness: Sponsor for fitness challenges or interactive demos.
YMCA of Central Ohio: Wellness partner with family-friendly activities.
Pure Barre or CycleBar: Fitness sponsor offering classes or demonstrations.
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: Health partner providing wellness checks.
lululemon: Fitness apparel partner hosting yoga or fitness sessions.

10. Transportation and Mobility Partners

Partner with transportation companies to offer event-related transportation solutions.
Lyft: Rideshare partner offering event discount codes.
Bird or Lime Scooters: Micro-mobility partners offering scooter rental discounts.
Smart Columbus: Partner for promoting electric and sustainable transportation options.
Enterprise CarShare: Partner for on-site mobility solutions.

11. Event Services and Logistics Partners

Logistics partners can provide in-kind services or discounts on necessary event services.
Tinkham Veale LLP: Legal sponsor providing event-related legal assistance.
Rumpke: Waste management partner for sustainable event operations.
Event Source: Event rental partner for tents, stages, and furniture.
Flowcode: QR code technology partner for interactive installations.

12. Educational and Learning Partners

Involve educational institutions in sponsorships or partnerships for youth-focused activities.
Franklin University: Partner for adult education workshops.
Columbus State Community College: Sponsor for career readiness and skill-building sessions.
Denison EDGE: Sponsor for entrepreneurship sessions.
The Ohio State University: Educational partner for various cultural and academic exhibits.
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1. Government and Public Institutions

Franklin County: Potential partner for grants, funding, or in-kind support.
City of Columbus: Sponsorship for public services, security, and city-wide promotion.
Columbus City Council: Partner for proclamations or official recognition of 614 Day.
Experience Columbus: Destination marketing partner for local tourism promotion.
Columbus Partnership: Engaging the city's business community to participate in sponsorship and community efforts.
Columbus Chamber of Commerce: Partner to involve local businesses and provide vendor opportunities.

2. Large Corporations and Institutions

OhioHealth: Medical partner offering health checks, wellness tips, and a relaxation area.
Nationwide Children’s Hospital: Partner for family-friendly zones and child health initiatives.
L Brands: Sponsor providing event-branded merchandise or fashion pop-ups.
Fifth Third Bank: Financial partner sponsoring an educational finance workshop.
Grange Insurance: Insurance partner offering safety and educational initiatives.
Honda of America: Automotive sponsor featuring electric vehicle displays and test drives.
Abercrombie & Fitch: Fashion partner with a pop-up shop or exclusive merchandise.
Wendy's: Sponsor offering food samples or partnering with local restaurants for special items.
Cardinal Health: Partner for a wellness activation or charitable initiative.
Big Lots: Retail partner for discount promotions and community giveaways.
Worthington Industries: Sponsor for industrial or tech-oriented activities.

3. Sports Teams and Organizations

Columbus Crew: Interactive sports partner, offering fan experiences or live soccer clinics.
Columbus Blue Jackets: Partner for hockey-themed activities or branded giveaways.
Ohio State University Athletics: Engaging fans with former athletes or sports-themed contests.
Columbus Clippers: Baseball activations or opportunities for fans to meet players.
Columbus Sports Commission: Partner to promote local athletic activities.

4. Media and Entertainment Partners

Spectrum News 1: Broadcast partner providing coverage leading up to and during the event.
WBNS-10TV: News partner for live event coverage.
Ohio Magazine: Print partner offering stories about Columbus culture and 614 Day.
614 Startups: Partner to cover the event from a business and innovation perspective.
Spotify: Partner for curated 614 Day playlists or exclusive podcast content.

5. Local Breweries and Distilleries

Land-Grant Brewing Company: Exclusive beer partner offering a special 614 Day brew.
North High Brewing: Beer sponsor for on-site tasting experiences.
Wolf's Ridge Brewing: Craft beer partner offering unique seasonal brews.
Platform Beer Co.: Local partner providing beer tastings and branded merchandise.
BrewDog USA: International brand with local roots, engaging in sponsorship opportunities.
High Bank Distillery: Offering whiskey tastings or sponsoring a craft cocktail bar.

6. Retail, Fashion, and Lifestyle Partners

Easton Town Center: Retail partner hosting a shopping activation.
Tuttle Mall: Partner to offer discounts and branded event experiences.
Le Meridien Columbus, The Joseph: Hotel partner offering travel packages for out-of-town guests.
Graduate Columbus: Hotel partner for special overnight deals.
Made By Maly: Partner with a boutique local fashion brand for exclusive 614 Day apparel.

7. Technology and Innovation Companies

CoverMyMeds: Partner to support digital installations or technology demos.
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