Funk Fest 2015

Funk Fest 2011 Presented By: Variety Entertainment Inc. www.funkfestconcerts.com

Background and History

In1996, the first annual Funk Fest was introduced to the city of Mobile, AL. Created and produced by Variety Entertainment Inc., this unique event was the first of its kind and brought out thousands of Gulf Coast residents who took part in the day-long exciting festivities. Funk Fest is an outdoor music festival that showcases some of the top Old School, Funk and R&B musical artist in the world today. Throughout the day, patrons of all races and cultural backgrounds come together to enjoy a day filled with music for everyone to enjoy. Previous artist who performed were Frankie Beverly & Maze, Keith Sweat, Charlie Wilson, New Edition, Babyface, and Tina Marie just to name a few. Since its inception, Funk Fest has take place annually and has continued to draw crowds over 13,000 people. Funk Fest has expanded to other markets such as Jacksonville, FL., Charleston SC., Tampa FL.. and Greenville SC. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to promote your brand in front of thousands of music lovers who embrace this annual event.

Mission To provide the community access to a means of expression that promotes social consciousness, positive entertainment and personal fulfillment. Variety Entertainment will create these means of expression through Funk Fest which represent quality, creativity and uniqueness.

Demographics Target Audience  Adults 21-54 is the primary audience inclusive of the following concentrated age cells A18-49 and A25-54.  This target audience is comprised of two of the most economically stable age groups; known as the “Baby Boomers” and “Generation X’ers”  Professional and Social Organizations  Potential, Previous and Current Members of the Sports, Political & Entertainment Arenas  We can provide surveys data if required by survey monkey

2011 FUNK FEST TOUR ► JACKSONVILLE, ► TAMPA

FL

/ ST.PETERSBURG, FL

► GREENVILLE

/ SPARTANBURG, SC

► CHARLESTON,

► AUGUSTA,

GA

SC

TAMPA / ST.PETERSBURG, FL Date:

Saturday April 2, 2011

Venue:

Vinoy Park

Artist:

Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Eryka Badu Jaheim, El Debarge, Lakeside

Ticket Price: $30 - $100

2011 Estimated Attendance: 16,000 2010 Attendance: 14,000

JACKSONVILLE, FL Date:

Friday May 6th and Saturday May 7th

Venue:

Metropolitan Park

Artist:

Mary J Blige , Maze featuring Frankie Beverly El Debarge , Anthony Hamilton, SOS Band, Earth Wind and Fire and more TBA

Ticket Price: $40 - $100

2011 Estimated Attendance: 20,000 2010 Attendance: 17,000

AUGUSTA, GA Date:

Saturday May 14

Venue:

Augusta Fairgrounds

Artist:

Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Eryka Badu Jaheim, El Debarge, Lakeside

Ticket Price: $30 - $100

2011 Estimated Attendance: 16,000

GREENVILLE, SC Date:

Saturday June 4th

Venue:

Heritage Park

Artist:

Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, El Debarge Anthony Hamilton, Chaka Khan, more TBA

Ticket Price: $30 - $100 2011 Estimated Attendance: 12,000 2010 Attendance: 10,000 This will be the 6th consecutive year

Charleston, SC Date:

Saturday June 18th

Venue:

Family Circle Stadium

Artist:

Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Babyface Anthony Hamilton, SWV, more TBA

Ticket Price: $30 - $100 2011 Estimated Attendance: 10,000 2010 Attendance: 7,000 This will be the 3rd consecutive year

Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunities Funk Fest will provide a vast amount of visibility for sponsors and vendors who will gain instant recognition for participating in this community event. Signed Contracts are required for both sponsors and vendors in order to participate in Funk Fest. (Required fees and amounts apply.)

Protection services and private foundations that provide charitable donations will be granted sponsorship benefits.

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES ► Title

Sponsor ► Presenting Sponsor (2 Sponsors) ► Co-Sponsor ► Basic Sponsor ► Ticket Outlet Sponsor ► Auto Sponsor ► Magazine / Publication Sponsor ► Beer / Alcohol Sponsor

Title Sponsorship Package                 

Company given official rights as Title Sponsor of Funk Fest A Meet and Greet with performing artist Retail / Product Exclusivity 10 x 20 Display space at Funk Fest to interact with patrons 50 general admission tickets 10 V.I.P. Tickets 10 parking passes Premier Stage Signage and/or banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue ( sound tower, vending stations, entrance/exit banners ) Minimum of 10 Live Stage Mentions as Title Sponsor Internet Marketing to over 50,000 customers in each market Company name and logo on 35,000 flyers and posters Official tag on a minimum of 500, :30 recorded radio promotional spots for 90 days Official tag on a minimum of 171 live on air mentions for 90 days A minimum of (50) :60 brand spots to run 30 days form the event date A minimum of 300 recorded :30 web-streaming spots Company listed in media publications as Title Sponsor Inflatable on site

$125,000 Value

$25,000 Investment per city

Presenting Sponsorship Package         

Retail/Product Category Exclusivity 10 general admission tickets 4 V.I.P. Tickets 5 Parking passes Premier Stage Signage and/or banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions as Presenting Sponsor Internet Marketing Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers Official tag and/or mention on a minimum of 200 :30 radio promos

$100,000 Value

$15,000 Investment per city

Co- Sponsorship Package       

10 general admission tickets 2 Parking Passes 3 banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions as Presenting Sponsor Internet Marketing Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers Official tag and/or mention on a minimum of 100 :30 radio promos

$75,000 Value

$7,500 Investment per city

Basic Sponsorship Package      

6 general admission tickets 1 Parking Passes 1 banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions as Presenting Sponsor Internet Marketing Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers

$25,000 Value

$2,500 Investment per city

Ticket Outlet Sponsorship Package           

Official tag on a minimum of 300 (:30) radio promos Opportunity to sale tickets and make a $2 commission on each ticket sold Logo inclusion on ticket ( Over 10,000 bounce back opportunities) (2) 2 – hour remotes on the on-sale ticket date and another later in campaign 3 banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions Internet Marketing Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers (4) general admission tickets (2) VIP Passes (2) Parking Passes

$75,000 Value

$7,500 Investment per city

Auto Sponsorship Package               

Category Exclusivity Opportunity to display four (4) vehicles inside the Venue Opportunity to conduct a Ride & Drive opportunity with up to ten vehicles One (1) 50x50 display area to display Sponsor’s products or services Autograph signing at the Sponsor’s display area by one of the Funk Fest Artist Inclusion in 75 promotional spots Inclusion in 50 live mentions 100 (:30sec) streaming commercials Inclusion on the Funk Fest Concert Page (10) general admission tickets (6) VIP tickets Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions Logo inclusion on (3) event email blasts Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers (4) general admission tickets

$80,000 Value

$8,000 Investment per city

Publication Sponsorship Package           

10 general admission tickets 2 VIP Passes 2 Parking Passes 2 Backstage Passes 3 banners at Funk Fest to include company’s name and logo throughout venue Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions as Presenting Sponsor Internet Marketing Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers Official tag and/or mention on a minimum of 100 :30 radio promos Interviews and photo’s with performing Funk Fest Artist A 10x10 tent with chairs to promote your business

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$80,000 Value

$8,000 Investment per city ( ADVERTISEMENT TRADE IS OPTIONAL)

Beer & Spirits Sponsorship Package             

Category Exclusivity Sampling Opportunities in VIP area Meet and Greet with performing artist A minimum of (50) :30 brand spots to run 30 days prior to event Inclusion in (150) :30 promotional spots Inclusion in 50 live mentions 200 (:30sec) streaming commercials Inclusion on the Funk Fest Concert Page (20) general admission tickets (10) VIP tickets Minimum of 5 Live Stage Mentions Logo inclusion on (3) event email blasts Company name and logo on 35,000 posters and flyers

$115,000 Value

$15,000 Investment per city

Jacksonville, FL Funk Fest

Heads of State

Maze featuring Frankie Beverly

Charleston, SC Funk Fest

Contact Information ► Leo

Bennett President / CEO Variety Entertainment Inc. 3020i Prosperity Church Rd. Suite 272 Charlotte, NC 28269 Office 704-510-0539 Cell 704-785-1122 Fax 866-261-2853