Who We Are

Upcoming Events

February 23

HYPE Entrepreneur Success Story featuring Arnold Berman of Event Resources

February 24

HYPE: @ CT Whale-XL Center (2/24/12)

February 25

HYPE Community Involvement: Volunteer to Paint for Sunrise Northeast

March 7

Get HYPEd at The Russian Lady

March 20

Leaders on Board - Board Member Orientation 3/20/12

March 26

Entrepreneur Monthly Meet-up
All Events

Sponsor Requirements

Companies who are members of the MetroHartford Alliance at the Leadership Investor level (or the Strategic Partner level, making an additional contribution beyond their Alliance dues for HYPE) are considered Principal Sponsors of HYPE.  Joining the select group of Hartford-area businesses positions your company as a leading contributor to the Region’s future.

As a Principal Sponsor, you’ll help influence the programs, events and special features offered by HYPE while standing out in the business community as an employer attuned to young professionals and entrepreneurs.

Some Benefits of Principal Sponsorship

  • Seat on the MetroHartford Alliance Board of Directors
  • Seat on the Economic Development Council
  • Preference for Rising Star Breakfast sponsorship
  • Welcome announcement and company description at Rising Star Breakfast
  • Identification in The Regional Review, circulated to more than 85,000 residents and businesses through the Hartford Courant
  • Collaboration on Alliance-partnered programs
  • HYPE membership for employees at no personal cost to them
  • Complimentary member mailing list
  • Access to invitation-only events, including New Business Leader Welcome Receptions, Federal Issues Symposia, and Site Selector Tours

These are just a few of the benefits of Principal Sponsorship. Click here to view more, or contact Nancy Wheeler, Vice President and Director, Member Services at nwheeler@metrohartford.com to discuss the possibilities for your company.