The Dean’s Honour Roll Networking Mixer is an annual celebration of Crandall University’s top-performing graduate students from Crandall’s Master of Management (MM) and Master of Organizational Management (MOrgM) programs. These exceptional students represent diverse global perspectives, leadership potential, and academic excellence, making them prime candidates for future professional and community leadership roles.

In 2025, we are thrilled to host the inaugural Dean’s Honour Roll Networking Mixer on May 2 at the Crowne Plaza Saint John Harbour View in Saint John, New Brunswick – a city known for its rich history and growing professional opportunities. This invite-only event will bring together the top 1% of our graduate students, employers, business professionals, and local and Crandall community representatives, creating a vibrant platform for meaningful networking, knowledge exchange, and celebration of academic excellence.

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Elevate Your Brand: Align with one of New Brunswick’s leading postsecondary institutions known for excellence, integrity, and international programming.
• Engage with Rising Talent: Meet top-performing graduate students primed to become tomorrow’s innovators, managers, and community leaders.
• Network and Collaborate: Connect with visionary professionals and community members in a vibrant, celebratory setting.
• Make an Impact: Directly support the academic success and career readiness of outstanding graduate students, strengthening the region’s workforce and community

Presenting Sponsor

$3,000 (one opportunity available)

Position your brand as the headliner of our celebration

• Event Co-Branding, Title Recognition, & Premier Brand Placement
  • Featured as “Presenting Sponsor” in all event materials, including programs, honoree booklet, press releases, Certificates of Excellence, name badges, etc.
  • Receive recognition as “[Your Company Name] presents the Crandall University GS Dean’s Honour Roll Networking Mixer,” with dominant logo placement on the primary event signage, including background screen projections behind the presentation podium and at the venue entrance.
  • Include up to 2 or 3 company-branded items in both the official guest gift bags and the Honouree Recognition Bundles, ensuring your organization’s presence is woven into the event’s most memorable takeaways.
• Speaking Opportunity & VIP Access
  • A 3–5 minute speaking slot during the formal program to share insights or congratulate honourees.
  • VIP seating and four (4) complimentary personalized invitations.
• Experiential Engagement
  • Optional Branded Activation Booth: Secure a dedicated space in the registration or reception area where you can showcase your brand through company banners, interactive technology, and promotional materials.
  • Sponsor and present a $300 gift card (included in your sponsorship) as the headline giveaway during the event’s raffle, ensuring your organization stands out and is remembered long after the event concludes.
• Continuous Acknowledgment
  • Online recognition on Crandall’s event page with a dominante logo display
  • Verbal recognition throughout the event, including the awards ceremony.
  • Inclusion in the post-event video recap circulated to students, faculty, alumni, partners and the general public

Recognition Sponsor

$1,500 (one opportunity available)

Shine the Spotlight on Outstanding Achievements

• High-visibility branding
  • Logo placement on Certificates of Excellence, name badges, and honouree booklet.
  • Logo placement (non-dominant) on the primary event signage, including background screen projections behind the podium and at the venue entrance.
  • Include up to one or two company-branded items in the Honouree Recognition Bundles.
  • Optional upgrade (custom activation): Branded Coffee Station for an additional fee. You may sponsor a fully stocked coffee or espresso bar (provided by the event venue), complete with your own signage and marketing materials (must supply).
• Award Ceremony Presence
  • Special acknowledgment during the certificate presentations: Receive a personalized introduction acknowledging your organization with the announcement: “Honoree Recognition proudly sponsored by [Your Company Name].”
  • Three (3) complimentary tickets for your team to attend the event.
• Continious Recognition
  • Online recognition on Crandall’s event page with a logo display (non-dominant)
  • Inclusion in the post-event video recap circulated to students, faculty, alumni, partners and the general public

Speed Networking Sponsor

$750 (one opportunity available)

Power the Most Interactive Element of the Event

• Exclusive Naming Rights
  • “Speed Networking powered by [Your Company Name]” featured on event programs and at networking stations.
• Prominent Branding in the Networking Area
  • Logo on Speed Networking guides and participant instructions.
  • Acknowledgment by when introducing the Speed Networking session.
• Marketing & Engagement
  • Online recognition on Crandall’s event page with a logo display (non-dominant)
  • Two (2) complimentary tickets.
  • Option to provide Conversation Cards: Small cards with thought-provoking questions or icebreakers that carry your logo or tagline. These can help participants spark meaningful discussions or networking sessions. (optional)
  • Inclusion in the post-event video recap circulated to students, faculty, alumni, partners and the general public.

Next Steps

We invite you to join us in making the inaugural Dean’s Honour Roll Networking Mixer an unparalleled success. By selecting one of these sponsorship packages, your organization will gain significant exposure, foster new relationships, and directly contribute to the academic and professional development of Crandall University’s outstanding graduate students.

To confirm your sponsorship or discuss custom options, please contact:

Dr. David Iremadze, Dean
Crandall University Graduate Studies
Email: David.Iremadze@crandallu.ca

Thank you for considering a partnership that will support and celebrate the brightest minds in our graduate programs. We look forward to collaborating with you and showcasing the impact of your support on May 2 in Saint John.