Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing
We share the stories and inspiration that will help get more people behind the wheel and on the track. Track days, HPDE, SCCA, NASA, ChampCar, LeMons, and autocrossing - we interview drivers and industry insiders that will help drivers along their motorsports journey.
The name, Late To Grid? In the past the host, Bill Snow, was always late to the track, late to get the car ready, and hence - Late To Grid. His goal with the podcast is to grow the sport and highlight the tools and resources that will help you get to the track and faster behind the wheel.
Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing
Finding & Landing Sponsors - How To Build Your Sponsorship Plan (A Replay)
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Here's a replay of Bill's popular sponsorship episode. As we head into the new year your sponsorship planning should be well underway and this episode will help.
Bill Snow shares his insights into how to build a sponsorship plan for your racing program. Sponsorships have to go beyond product sponsors if you want to get to the next level of getting funding for you and your team. Having a plan and knowing your value is key to building your program.
Over the years Bill has been involved with securing sponsors, fan activation, building plans, and developing value for organizations involved with motorsports. He's conducted sponsorship seminars and has worked with drivers that are looking to take their motorsports program to the next level.
Topics covered include:
- What businesses to target
- How to build a plan
- Value adds that need to be part of your plan
- What if they say no
- Why working with a charity is important
Find this episode on YouTube and see the accompanying slides here.
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