INVEST IN THE NEXT GENERATION
Inspire New Career Pathways
Trades Day introduces high school youth to industry career opportunities in construction, design, sub-contracting, heavy equipment, engineering, and other skilled trades.
Empower Youth to Pursue
We hope you–our partners from the trades, industry, training and post-secondary programs, and others–will join us to inspire local students to pursue careers in construction.
Where Industry Meets the Classroom
Bring a hands-on activity for students to explore all the industry has to offer; teach them how to swing a hammer, try their hand at mixing cement, scale a wall for roofing, or throw on some PPE and get them welding. Anything to get their hands and minds moving! Take part in an exciting opportunity to pass along what excites you about your profession.
Become a Trades Day sponsor!
Your Future Is Our Business connects students with real-world career experiences by building bridges between schools and the local business community. When you become a sponsor, you help provide meaningful opportunities for students to explore career pathways, gain confidence, and envision a successful future. Whether you choose an Exhibitor, Bronze, Silver, or Gold level, your support directly impacts youth across Santa Cruz County—and positions your organization as a committed community leader.
GOLD
Our Gold Sponsorship includes maximum brand exposure before, during, and after Trades Day. You’ll receive premium exhibit space, top-tier logo placement, social media promotion, a banner ad on the CIEF website, speaking opportunity, and inclusion in workforce development outreach, newsletters, and school contact introductions.
Partner Amount: $5,000+
SILVER
Our Silver Sponsorship includes premium exhibit space, broad digital and on-site recognition, your logo on all major promotional materials, social media promotion, and inclusion in school contact introductions and wrap-up communications.
Partner Amount: $2,700
BRONZE
Our Bronze Sponsorship includes a named exhibit space, recognition in the event program and promotional materials, and post-event name recognition on social media.
Partner Amount: $700
Exhibitor
Our Exhibitor level includes a table at Trades Day with your organization name listed in the digital event program and on promotional signage.
SponsorhsipAmount: $300
Ready to Make a Difference?
Email us at YourFutureIsOurBusiness@gmail.com to become a sponsor and help shape the future workforce of Santa Cruz County. Let’s work together to empower the next generation!
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