Creating Sponsorship Packages [12/2/2009 3:00:53 PM] In these tough economic times, finding sponsors to fund your pageant may prove to be increasingly difficult. One surefire way to gain more sponsors is to create value through sponsorship packages. By offering your sponsors several benefits for their single sponsorship, you are showing them the value of investing in your pageant.
By Julie Anne Wieland
Success: Wardrobe Sponsors [12/1/2009 12:01:55 PM] Clothing a titleholder can be quite a challenge. From interview suits to cocktail dresses, a contestant’s wardrobe could easily break the bank. A wardrobe sponsor, or two, could give your wallet a rest and let your titleholder look her very best. David Lang, co-owner of Regalia Magnificent Apparel in Orlando, gives some tips on how to get—and keep—a wardrobe sponsor.
By Julie Anne Wieland
Success: Showing Appreciation [12/1/2009 11:09:52 AM] One of the best ways to keep your sponsors loyal is to show appreciation for their time, service, and donation. Jan Smith, executive director of the Miss Plano pageant, tells fourpoints firsthand how she shows gratitude in her community.
By Jan Smith
Special Report: A New Era for Miss America [11/24/2009 10:45:58 AM] In 2008, Miss America shed her traditional image and became the latest and greatest “It Girl.” Today, pageant contestants and volunteers are wondering exactly what it all means. Rick Brinkley, the national judges chairperson for the Miss America Organization, sat down with fourpoints and talked about the “new” Miss America. What he had to say might surprise you!
Crowning Secrets [8/25/2009 5:13:23 PM] Robin Fleming, owner of La Casa Hermosa, shares her story, inspiration, and thoughts on pageant fashions.
A Page in the Life… [8/25/2009 5:11:40 PM] In this issue of fourpoints, Miss America 2009 Katie Stam chats about her recent appearances, her trip overseas, and mentoring young women.
