Join us in celebrating and supporting the 21st Annual NKBA Ontario Chapter Design Awards Gala taking place on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the iconic Liberty Grand. This year’s theme: Red Carpet Glam promises to be an unforgettable evening of industry excellence and networking.

Why sponsor?
This isn’t just a gala; it’s a premier opportunity to connect with Ontario’s kitchen and bath design industry. By sponsoring, you’ll elevate your brand in front of top designers and industry leaders, all while showing your support for design innovation and creativity.

New & exciting opportunities!
From Pinnacle sponsor to Trophy Sponsor to Instagrammable activations like the AI Photo Booth, there’s a perfect sponsorship fit for every level of engagement. Plus, our enhanced social media and branding benefits ensure maximum visibility before, during, and after the event. See options in the Sponsorship Program details below. We would also welcome creating a custom package for you as you consider both the gala and the 2025 holiday party sponsorship

Your impact matters
The NKBA Design Awards are more than a celebration; they’re about inspiring designers, recognizing talent, and shaping the future of the kitchen and bath industry. With your support, we can make this year’s event the most impactful one yet.

Spots are limited and fill quickly, so don’t miss your chance to secure prime placement for your brand.

Let’s make the 2025 Gala legendary! We can’t wait to celebrate with you on the red carpet!

GALA SPONSOR - SOLD

Cost: $10,000 – (Value of $35,000) – One Only - SOLD!

This is the top sponsor position that will also be recognized during the opening Industry Awards: Volunteer of the Year, Innovative Product and Hall of Fame.  

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Exclusive reserved dinner table for ten strategically positioned for maximum exposure (valued at $2,750).
• Welcome poster at entrance as the Gala sponsor (exclusive poster)
• Company Logo: Your company logo will be shining prominently during the event.
• A two-minute video opportunity to address why your company chose to support the NKBA Ontario Chapter as well as your corporate mission and vision (subject to committee review).
• Recognition during the Industry Awards presentation (opening ceremony awards)
• The largest logo placement on pre-event promotions.
• Pre-event social media recognition: Instagram, Facebook (one dedicated feed post, one sponsor feed post and one story for each) and a LinkedIn sponsor post.
• The most prominent logo placement on the event program.
• Double-page spread – inside front cover in the event program (subject to committee review).
• Continuous display of your logo on screen at key intervals throughout the evening.
• Recognition by the MC as the Gala sponsor in both the welcome and closing.
• Placement of your logo at the opening and conclusion of the awards PowerPoint presentations.
• Visibility of your logo on the National Chapter’s website and the Awardify platform.
• Prominent Inclusion of your logo on the Step and Repeat backdrop for every award winner's photograph.
• Post-event social media one exclusive feed post and story of your video and sponsor thank you recognition.

PINNACLE SPONSOR

Cost: $8,000 (Value: $25,000) Limited to 1

The Pinnacle Award is the most esteemed accolade of the evening.

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Exclusive reserved dinner table for ten strategically positioned for maximum exposure (valued at $2,750).
• A two-minute video opportunity to showcase your company’s alignment with the NKBA Ontario Chapter (Subject to committee review)
• The privilege of presenting the Pinnacle Award, including a $2,500 cheque.
• Pre-event promotions and prominent logo placement on: National Chapter’s event page and Awardify awards platform.
• Pre-event social media recognition: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn posts, and stories.
• Full-page ad in the event program (right-hand position).
• Continuous display of your logo on-screen.
• Logo featured on the Step and Repeat backdrop for award winner photographs.
• Post-event social media exclusive feed post of your video sponsor thank-you recognition.
• Two additional social media reposts of your product content.

 RED CARPET SPONSOR

Cost: $5,000 (Value: $15,000) Limited to 2 - ONE sold

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Four dinner tickets (valued at $1,100).
• Prominent logo display on the main screen during sponsor presentations.
• Pre-event social media recognition and inclusion of your logo on all promotions.
• Placement of your logo on Event program distributed to all attendees.
• Logo on Step and Repeat backdrop.
• Full-page ad in the event program.
• Recognition by the MC and continuous display of your logo during the event.
• Post-event Red Carpet recap reel and social media thank-you recognition.

PRODUCTION SPONSOR

Cost: $4,000 (Value: $12,000) Limited to 2

This sponsorship supports all stage production elements, including videos of 1st place winners’ project briefs.

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Four dinner tickets (valued at $1,100).
• Logo showcased on the Sound Tech/DJ booth and recognition during the awards program.
• Placement of your logo on: Event program distributed to all attendees.
• Half-page ad in the event program.
• Logo on Step and Repeat backdrop.
• Pre-event and post-event social media recognition.

VENUE SPONSOR

Cost: $4,000 (Value: $12,000) Limited to 12

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Four dinner tickets (valued at $1,100). Table of 10 available at additional cost.
• Placement of your logo on: Event program distributed to all attendees.
• Half-page ad in the event program.
• Logo on Step and Repeat backdrop.
• Recognition by the MC as a Venue Sponsor.
• Pre-event and post-event social media recognition.

Venue sponsorships include one of the below:

• Parking: Logo included on parking tickets.
• Coat Check: Logo featured at the coat check.
• Cocktail Hour: Logo prominently displayed at the bar and opportunity to supply branded materials such as company branded napkins
• Décor: Logo placement on key decor elements throughout the room.
• Florals: Logo showcased on floral arrangements at welcome desk, cocktail reception and cruiser tables.
• Centrepiece: Company logo featured on each dinner table.
• Cocktail hour Entertainment: Recognition during the Jazz Trio live performance and logo recognition on stage poster  
• Let’s get the party started! Live entertainment to kick off the dancing portion of the night. Logo recognition on stage.
• Dinner Wine Sponsor: Company logo featured on each table.
• Dessert: Showcase your company logo on a  custom chocolate served on each dessert plate.
• AI Photo Booth: Company logo featured on signage at the photo booth and co-branded with NKBA on all guest photos.
• Selfie Station: Create a custom 5’x5’ selfie display for all guests to enjoy! Subject to committee approval.

TROPHY SPONSOR

Cost: $2,500 (Value: $8,500) Limited to 8

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Two dinner tickets (valued at $550).
• The opportunity to present a set of awards on stage with logo presence on screen.
• Placement of your logo on: Event program distributed to all attendees.
• Pre-event and post-event social media recognition.

SUPPORTING SPONSOR

Cost: $1,000 (Value: $6,000) Limited to 10

As a sponsor, you receive:

• Placement of your logo on the event program distributed to all attendees.
• Recognition by the MC as a Supporting Sponsor.
• Display of your logo at the beginning and end of the awards presentation.
• Visibility of your logo on the National Chapter’s website and the Awardify platform.

  SECURE your spot today! 2025 RED CARPET GLAM DESIGN AWARDS GALA