Awards Gala


 

Join us on January 29, 2027, at the Marriott Marquis Houston as we celebrate the outstanding people and organizations that make the CAI Greater Houston Chapter a place where communities shine.


SCHEDULE

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cocktail Reception, Pre-Function, 4th Floor

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Doors Open to Ballroom
Dinner & Awards, Texas Ballroom, 4th Floor

9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Toast to the Winners Celebration, Texas Ballroom, 4th Floor


Nominations will open in the Fall!



TICKET PRICING - WILL BE AVAILABLE AT A LATER DATE!

$200 - Individual Ticket - CAI GHC Member
$250 - Individual Ticket - Non-Member
$2,000 - Table (10 tickets) - CAI GHC Member
$2,500 - Table (10 tickets) - Non-Member


*Registration includes cocktail reception (beer, wine, and specialty drink at designated bars), dinner, dancing, and access to the after-party!



SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

*To become a sponsor, email Jesus Azanza, Executive Director, at jazanza@caihouston.org or call 713.784.5462; Veronica Palacios, Marketing & Membership Coordinator, vpalacios@caihouston.org

 

Presenting Sponsor - SOLD OUT!




Ruby Sponsor - $4,000 (8 AVAILABLE) 

  • Seating for 4
  • Company logo advertised on:
    • Awards Gala Program sponsor page
    • Event Signage
    • Event Screens (1/2 width)
    • Awards Video
    • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
  • Company pop-up display in pre-function area (bring your own banner)


Emerald Sponsor - $2,500 (8 AVAILABLE)

  • Seating for 2
  • Company name advertised on:
    • Included in Awards Gala Program Sponsor Page
    • Event Signage
    • Event Screens
    • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.


Photography Sponsor - $5,000 (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Seating for 2
  • Company logo advertised on:
    • Official Event Photos
    • Event program
    • Event Signage
    • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
  • Company pop-up display in pre-function area (bring your own banner)

Photobooth Sponsor - $5,000 (EXCLUSIVE)
  • Seating for 2
  • Company logo advertised on:
    • Photobooth Photos
    • Event program
    • Event Signage
    • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
    • Custom selfie frame for photobooth use
  • Company pop-up display near photobooth area (bring your own banner)
  
Bar Sponsor - $4,000 (6 AVAILABLE) 
Sponsorship exclusive to one company per industry
  • Seating for 2
  • Company logo advertised on:
    • Signage near Bar
    • Included in Awards Gala Program sponsor page
    • event signage and video
    • Bar Napkins
  • Company pop-up display in pre-function area (bring your own banner)
  • Specialty drink in name of sponsor served at designated bar


Parking & Valet Sponsor - $3,000 (2 AVAILABLE)
Sponsorship exclusive to one company per industry

    • Company logo advertised on:
      • Event program
      • Event Signage
      • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
    • Verbal recognition during event


    Decorations Sponsor - $2,500 (10 AVAILABLE)

    • Seating for 2
    • Company logo advertised with centerpieces and stage flower arrangements
    • Company logo advertised on:
      • Event Program
      • Event Signage
      • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
    • Sponsorship exclusive to one company per industry
    • Verbal recognition during event


    Mocktail Sponsor - $2,000 (2 AVAILABLE)
    Sponsorship exclusive to one company per industry

    • Company logo advertised on:
      • Signage near Bar
      • Included in Awards Gala Program sponsor page
      • Event Signage and Video
      • Bar napkins
    • Company pop-up display in pre-function area (bring your own banner)
    • Specialty drink in name of sponsor served at designated bar

    Entertainment Sponsor - $1,000 (10 AVAILABLE)
    • Company logo advertised on:
      • Event program
      • Event Signage
      • Pre/post-event marketing emails, flyers, event website, etc.
    • Benefits dependent on entertainment. This would include champagne divas, DJ, roaming photographer, etc.
    • Verbal recognition during event
     

    HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS



    The CAI Greater Houston Chapter will secured a small block of rooms at a closer date.