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THE INTERNATIONAL SOUND SYSTEM AWARDS UK
CORPORATE SPONSOR PARTNERSHIP
Amplify Your Brand With The International Sound System Awards!
(THE ISSA's)
Get ready to turn up the volume on your marketing strategy!
We are excited to introduce you to The International Sound System Awards, honouring those who have sustained the sound system culture; a ultimate celebration of sound systems, sound clash culture, the music and community which takes place in the vibrant city of Birmingham UK on Bank Holiday Sunday, May 24th 2026. REACH A HIGHLY ENGAGED AUDIENCE!
We are Pashon PR a Bespoke public relations agency working within diverse communities and offering tailor made marketing campaigns. We work closely with large and small organisations, also established and emerging creative people of colour to spotlight their talents in an industry where they are often underrepresented and overlooked within mainstream media.
We are honoured & excited to be working with the The International Sound System Awards UK team on their very first award ceremony!
The International Sound System Awards UK Will Be Hosted In Birmingham on Bank Holiday
Sunday 24th May 2026
** WHY SHOULD YOU SPONSOR THE ISSA AWARDS **
We are now at the stages of finalising our sponsors, and look to secure a corporate sponsor partnership that embodies the very essence of The ISSA'S and fits into the core values of what The ISSA'S stands for!
The ISSA's event boasts a highly diverse and dynamic audience both locally & Worldwide of which we are currently seeing a high demand in overseas interests as well as locally.. ENGAGEMENT:
> Via Live Stream and audience attendees, we aim to reach an audience of over 10,000 watchers & subscribers - 418 of these will be ISSA Award Attendees. > 80% of our attendees are between 20-60 years old of which 65% of the attendees have a disposable income with an average spend of £50-£100 per person who spend money on entertainment including, merchandise, food and drinks.
ECONOMIC IMPACT:
> The Awards will boost a significant impact into the local economy of Birmingham and surrounding areas over the bank holiday weekend with local business' to include, Airbnb's, hotels, restaurants, shops, plus more. > The Awards will brings visitors from other countries increasing footfall in city centre, providing further exposure for business' and traders.
BRAND VISIBILITY AND ACTIVATION:
> Partnering with The ISSA's will be a mutually beneficial collaboration of which your brand will: Potentially reach a captive audience of over 10,000 and more sound system culture and sound clash enthusiasts, also music lovers > Enjoy prominent branding opportunities to include stage promo, media boards, social media promotions, onsite reps, radio, online and publication media and publication exposure. > Opportunity for association and the building of a relationship with a high profile Annual event that celebrates creativity, diversity and community
TARGETED AUDIENCE:
>75% of The ISSA's audience and attendees are passionate about all things music, sound systems, the sound clash culture, music equipment and music software.
> 70% Love Caribbean and World Foods
>65% enjoy Caribbean beverages, punches and spirits
>70% Work in professional occupations, NHS, Legal, Government, Trades, Skilled and Creative Industries
>30% have a strong social media presence and following
SPONOSRSHIP PACKAGES: Please see below our range of sponsorship packages to suit your marketing goals and budget - of which we are happy to negotiate your expression of interest further.
THE SPONSORSHIP OFFER
THE OFFER
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ONE
£5000
Sponsor will present Promoter Of The Year Award For contributions To The culture
Sponsor name on main media boards Sponsor name will appear on all social media platforms
Sponsor Logo will appear on website for 2 months with a thank you message to sponsor with link to company website Sponsor Logo will appear on Welcome Virtual media display Sponsor logo and website link on guests evenings Itinerary Sponsor opportunity for a press call prior to during and after the event alongside The ISSA's promotional activities, subject to availability.
Sponsor service, product, voucher etc. placed in ISSA Award goodie bags. Opportunity to giveaway own sponsors own goodie bag
VIP Buffet Experience, Awards Show & After Party Tickets for 2 guests comes with: Reserved Company Cocktail Buffet Table Complimentary Drinks with VIP Host (2 x Water, 1 x Prosecco, 1 x Spirit & 2 x Juices) With reserved ceremony VIP Seating 4 VIP Award Show & After Party Tickets for giveaway for, company staff, clients, company competition or giveaway of choice with reserved VIP Award Ceremony Seating Company full page advert in The ISSA Award magazine sponsor 1 advert per 6 month (2 adverts in total)
THE OFFER
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE TWO
Sponsor will present the Artist Contribution To The Culture Award The host will introduce the sponsor and services and bring them onto stage to introduce The ISSA of the Year Award £10,000
Sponsor name will appear on main media boards. Sponsor name will appear on all social media platforms. Sponsor name will appear on website for 4 months Thank you message to company with link to company website. Name will appear on Welcome Virtual Media Display with QR code link. Company name and details on guests evenings itinerary. Opportunity for press calls prior to and during the event alongside the The ISSA's promotional activities, subject to availability. Company product, voucher etc placed in ISSA Award goodie bag. Opportunity to have own goodie bag for sponsor services or products. VIP 3 Course Buffet Experience, Awards Show & After Party Tickets for 10 guests 2 x Reserved Company Cocktail Buffet Table Complimentary Drinks with VIP Host (3 x Water, 3 x Prosecco, 2 x Spirit, 4 x Juices per table) Reserved Award Ceremony Seating 4 VIP Award Show & After Party Tickets for giveaway for; company staff, clients, company competition or of choice Reserved VIP Award Ceremony Seating Sponsor full page advert in The ISSA Award Sponsors magazine every quarter (3 adverts in total) Agreed photo call with ISSA of the Year Opportunity for further endorsement
Corporate Sponsor given opportunity to have an Exclusive interview area solely for interviews with Award Guest, nominees, VIP's and Corporate Sponsor
THE OFFER
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE THREE
The International Sound System Of The Year Award will be presented by this sponsor. Sponsor will be given 10 minutes to speak about their services or product.
£15,000
Sponsor name will appear on all social media platforms.
Sponsor name will appear on ISSA website for 8 months. Thank you message to Sponsor with to Sponsor details and link to Sponsor website. ISSA Award Sponsor interview on website. Name will appear on Welcome Virtual Media Display with QR code link. Company name and details on guests evenings itinerary. Opportunity for press calls prior to, during and after the event alongside The ISSA's promotional activities, subject to availability and leading up to The ISSA's 2027 Sponsor product, voucher etc. placed in ISSA Award goodie bag. Opportunity for Sponsor to have their own goodie bags Opportunity for Sponsor Rep to display products or services VIP 3 Course Buffet Experience, Awards Show & After Party Tickets for 20 guests 4 x Reserved Company Cocktail Buffet Table Complimentary Drinks with VIP Host (4 x Water - 4 x Prosecco - 3 x Spirit - 4 x Juices per table) Reserved VIP Award Ceremony Seats 6 VIP Award Show & After Party Tickets for giveaway for; company staff, clients, company competition or of choice Reserved VIP Award Ceremony Seating Series of adverts and features every 2 months (6 adverts in total) in The ISSA Awards Sponsors magazine (will include double page spread, full page advert, advert feature and interview) Agreed Sponsor photo call with ISSA Life Time Achievement Award of the Year Opportunity for further endorsement Interview with Radio Partner leading up to and after the event.
MAIN OFFICIAL SPONSOR OFFER
Should you wish to be the main official sponsor, sponsoring the entire Award Ceremony we would be happy to discuss this further with you. The main official sponsor will receive everything in all the above packages plus the below, and open to further negotiation. The Main Official Sponsor will present a specialist Award The ISSA's Life Time Achievement Award - for contributions above and beyond to Sound System culture Main Official Sponsor name placed on Award Ceremony Podium Main Official Sponsor may bring their own Interview Host to film and interview The ISSA's guests Main Official Sponsor placed in Venue Reception Area, Network Area and Main Room Main Official Sponsor will be given a VIP Guest Interview Call Host (Host will bring the interviewees to the media area where they will be interviewed) Main Official Sponsor given opportunity to have an Exclusive interview area solely for interviews with Award Guest, nominees, VIP's and Corporate Sponsor Main Official Sponsor given a designated area for representatives to showcase products or services etc. Sponsor will be given access to any future opportunities in relation to The ISSA Awards leading up to 2027
The event will also be filmed and packaged up exclusively for broadcast on our media Sponsors Platform
Highlights of the awards ceremony will also be shown across several social media channels, redirecting traffic towards a designated platform
Main Official Sponsor name will be mentioned throughout Award Ceremony speeches by Special Guest Hosts
The Sponsorship offer is open to further negotiations
Please contact the The ISSA'S Sponsorship Rep who you have been liaising with or you may contact:
E. internationalsoundsystemawards@gmail.com - T. +44 (0) 7479 354 853 W. +44 07479 354 853
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