BMA-Milwaukee hosts annual B2B Marketing Awards Competition on April 29

MILWAUKEE, Wis. - The Business Marketing Association - Milwaukee Chapter will be hosting its annual BMA Bell Awards, a business-to-business marketing awards competition, on Thursday, April 29 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Potawatomi Bingo & Casino. With an exciting new venue, 13 additional awards categories, live music and a number of other surprises, the 2010 "Bell Lounge" event is a much-anticipated celebration of southeastern Wisconsin's most talented B2B marketers, creative firms and production firms.

New venue, award categories stir up interest for 2010 Bell Awards event

This year's Bell Awards ceremony will take place at a new, swanky venue: Wild Earth, located within the Potawatomi Bingo & Casino at 1721 W. Canal Street in Milwaukee. Appropriately themed "The Bell Lounge," the new venue will offer attendees an exclusive nightclub-like atmosphere with free covered parking, live music, and plenty of opportunities for socializing and networking. In addition to the awards presentation, dinner and ceremony, each guest will also receive a surprise gift for being in attendance.

The event begins at 5:00 p.m. with networking in the "Bell Lounge" in Wild Earth restaurant. At this point, guests will have the opportunity to socialize, view the award entries, and celebrate the work of their B2B marketing colleagues. At 6:30 p.m., guests will be invited to partake in a formal dinner featuring exquisite cuisine from Potawatomi's top chefs. The official Bell Awards program will begin after dinner; the ceremony will be hosted by a professional emcee, and the Bell awards will be presented to the winners in attendance. After the ceremony, guests are invited to continue the celebration in the Bell Lounge.

In addition to the new venue and program, the BMA has also added 13 new award categories to the list for the event, including: social media/new media; special event marketing; online marketing; podcasts and webcasts; new product launches; branding and re-branding; and advertising campaigns that feature broadcast, outdoor and online advertising.

With an exciting venue, a fresh new program and a showcase of southeastern Wisconsin's best B2B marketing work, the 2010 BMA Bell Awards event promises an exciting night of entertainment and celebration - "because your best work deserves to be recognized."

How to Register for the 2010 BMA Bell Awards

Guests can register for the Bell Awards ceremony online at www.BMABellAwards.com. Pre-registration with payment is required to attend. Walk-ins are prohibited. The price of admission includes the reception/entry viewing, dinner and awards ceremony. Early registration is $80 for BMA members and $90 for non-members; must register by April 15, 2010 to qualify for early registration. Registration after April 15, 2010 is $90 for BMA members and $100 for non-members.

In previous years, the event has sold out; therefore, early registration is highly encouraged. Seating at the tables will be OPEN and available at a first come, first served basis.

Attendees also have the option to purchase a reserved table for $75. The reserved tables will seat up to eight people. (All attendees must be individually registered and paid for to attend. A reserved table does not include the price of admission for the event.)

For more information about the ceremony, visit www.BMABellAwards.com.

Sponsorship opportunities still available for 2010 Bell Awards

If you'd like to promote your business at the 2010 BMA Bell Awards, there are number of sponsorship opportunities still available. The BMA will work with you to showcase your creativity by delivering your company's message in entertaining and unexpected ways.  A variety of sponsorship opportunities exist, including:

• Dinner/Awards Program Sponsor
• Lounge/Electronic Gallery Sponsor
• Gallery of Winners/Networking Sponsor
• Signature Drinks or Hors D'oeuvres: Named for your company, served on branded cocktail napkins
• VIP Status in the Bell Lounge: Signage in the networking room during cocktails and a booth reserved in your name
• Catchy coat check tags or elegant desserts: Personalized with your company's logo

For more information on the sponsorship opportunities at the 2010 BMA Bell Awards, contact Sabrina Nelson at 414-524-4696 or Sabrina.M.Nelson@jci.com.

About the Business Marketing Association:

The Business Marketing Association (BMA) is the leading professional resource for business-to-business marketers and communicators. The organization offers services, information, skill enhancement and networking opportunities that help its members grow, develop and succeed throughout their marketing careers. For more information on BMA, visit www.bma-milwaukee.org.

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