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2021
Strategic
Partnership
Increase your connection with
& Marketing Oklahoma’s restaurant industry!
Program Become an ORA Strategic Partner
KEY CLUB PARTNERS
Please help us thank this prestigious group of strategic
2020 ORA Key Club Partners
who have invested in the ORA membership through their
support of association programs and events.
Discover the benefits of 2021
Key Club Partnership
Let the ORA help you expand your network of restaurant and hospitality
customers through the marketing benefits of Key Club Partnership!
For more information contact Patti Colley, Chief Strategy Officer
800.375.8181 #229 or patti@okrestaurants.com
How to become an ORA Strategic Partner
Where the Oklahoma Restaurant Association is concerned, determine your marketing budget for the
year, and keep in mind the expanded benefits of Key Club Partner status. See details below.
• Explore the host of Partnership and marketing opportunities on the following pages, keeping in mind
which programs and events best align with your business objectives. Place a “confirmation check” in
each box located by the opportunities for which you will commit to become a Partner.
• Speak with Patti Colley, ORA Chief Strategy Officer about the programs and events in which you are most interested.
Contact Patti at (405) 834-4150 or patti@okrestaurants.com.
• In the back of the booklet, complete and sign the Partner Marketing Commitment Form and choose your billing preference.
• Submit the Partnership Marketing Commitment Form to patti@okrestaurants.com and Patti will contact you upon receipt.
The ORA will then take the appropriate steps to secure your company’s logo (.png or .ai format) and begin implementation
and fullflment of your Partnership.
Partnership options have been designed to meet the needs of various budgets and objectives, however we would be happy to
consider creating a unique, customized package that meets your specific marketing objectives. In addition, we are always open
to consideration of new ideas and endeavors.
Key Club Partner Status!
(Key Club status must be re-established each year)
Key Club Partnerships have been established to further enhance the recognition and return-on-investment for Partners who
are marketing at a prominent level of $10,000 or more per calendar year. Once, Partners achieve Key Club status they:
Enhanced Recognition
• Will be recognized during our Key Club Partner presentations at a major ORA event.
• Will be accessorized with a special Key Club Partner ribbon on their badge at every association event where badges are
provided (also includes all of your business associate badges).
• Will be invited as a guest of the ORA, to an exclusive year-end Key Club Partner luncheon in your honor.
Enhanced Marketing
• Will be included in a special Key Club Partner section in the bi-weekly ORA A’la Carte e-news and the quarterly ORA Restaurateur
magazine for the calendar year.
• Will be featured on the homepage footer of okrestaurants.com and the Key Club Partner landing page.
• Will be recognized as a Key Club Partner with one independent ORA social media post.
• May use the ORA-approved Key Club Partner logo demonstrating status with the association. (Prior approval is necessary.)
• Although unlikely, the ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform and redesign the specifics of
1 Partnerships if necessary.
If any of these changes are necessary, the ORA will take proper steps to fulfill Partner ROI with alternative marketing activities.
• Exclusive Partnerships have first right of refusal in renewing an exclusive if confirmed prior to January.
PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
HospitAbilities - A hospitality certification for students with disabilities
TulsaFest featuring ORA Academy
Hospitality Day at the Capitol & “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception
ORA Golf Classic
Summer Board of Directors Retreat
ORA Expo
Culinary Cookoff
Cocktail Shakedown
ServSafe® Food Safety Education
Alcohol Compliance Education (ACE)
ORA A`la Carte Weekly Update
The Oklahoma Restaurant Association’s mission is to
serve our members by advancing and protecting Oklahoma’s foodservice and hospitality industry.
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HospitAbilities is a skills-based hospitality certification for individuals with intellectual, emotional or physical disabilities. Our
award-winning HospitAbilities initiative is a program created in a Partnership between the Oklahoma Restaurant Association (ORA)
and Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association (OHLA). It was created to meet a critical need in Oklahoma’s hospitality community
which is workforce. Statistics show that students who fit in the category of Ability 1(disabled), when trained well, will not only be
great hires but they will remain a long-term employee.
ORA and OHLA learned there were Ability 1 students learning entry level hospitality skills through a Service Careers program
but that currently there was no formal curriculum or certification for that program. After evaluating the need, both Associations
decided to Partner together to launch its 18 essential service skills HospitAbilties, which includes Industry-Endorsed
Certification, Classroom Curriculum, Job Placement Assistance and Employer Training/Support. There are a variety of choices
from rolling silverware to dicing an onion or making a bed. In order to pass the certification a student must choose 7 skills to
complete. In a typical school year, students have the opportunity to test in April and November each year.
One of the definitions of hospitality is a friendly and generous welcome. As leaders in Oklahoma’s hospitality community, we
are dedicated and look forward to welcoming students with their HospitAbilities certification into the restaurant and hotel
workforce and want to encourage them on their journey to be hospitality superstars and ambassadors!
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
Join forces with the ORA and OHLA as we embark on this meaningful journey of expanding Oklahoma’s hospitality workforce
and supporting educational programming for those with disabilities across the state of Oklahoma. There are a variety of Partnerships
available for review below. If you are interested in Exclusive Partnership of HospitAbilities, please contact Patti Colley.
r Champion - $5,000
- So you may personally contribute to the success of these students your business may identify a team member to help
proctor student certifications when we certify twice annually.
- Opportunity to make a short presentation at HospitAbilities program education and industry learning sessions.
- Your business logo on all HospitAbilities student completion certificates.
- Your business logo on all HospitAbilities program materials.
- Your business logo on the HospitAbilities program landing page of the ORA and OHLA websites.
- Verbal recognition at all HospitAbilities program education and certification events.
- One social media post on your behalf recognizing your Partnership.
r Advocate - $2,500
- Your business logo on all HospitAbilities program materials.
- Your business logo on the HospitAbilities program landing page of the ORA and OHLA websites.
- Verbal recognition at all HospitAbilities program education, certification and events.
- One social media post on your behalf recognizing your Partnership.
r Supporter - $1,000
- Your business logo on all HospitAbilities program materials.
- Your business logo on the HospitAbilities program landing page of the ORA and OHLA websites.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
3 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.
River Spirit Casino Hotel, Tulsa
TU L S A Fest
The Tulsa ORA restaurant community’s most attended event, which throughout the day, gathers more than 200
restaurant operators and suppliers for a day of industry keynote and professional development. This ORA Academy
professional development event is your opportunity to reach independent and multi-unit operators in a professional yet
casual setting. Annual Key Club Partner recognition will typically take place during the TulsaFest luncheon.
Marketing Return on Investment
In addition to the below noted ROI, your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News,
as well as the event’s webpage, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
Partner Levels
r Platinum - $ 2,000
Join with other ORA Partners in bringing this exciting and informative educational session to industry professionals.
Your Partnership of TulsaFest includes up to 10 complimentary full conference registrations. Platinum Partners may
purchase additional TulsaFest full conference registrations at a fifty (50%) discount.
r Gold - $ 1,250
Join with other ORA Partners in bringing this exciting and informative educational session to industry professionals.
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Your Partnership of TulsaFest includes up to 4 complimentary full conference registrations. Platinum Partners may
purchase additional TulsaFest seminar/lunch registrations at a fifty (50%) discount.
r Luncheon (Exclusive) - $ 5,000
Our Luncheon Partner is invited to make a short address at the luncheon and to provide handouts for each participant. Your
investment includes 4 full complimentary conference registrations.
r OR - Co-Luncheon - (2 offered) - $ 3,000 ea. 1 AVAILABLE
(Co-Partners are not available if Exclusive Partner has been confirmed.) Same benefits as Exclusive
Partner except there will be no address. Your Partnership of TulsaFest includes 2 complimentary full
conference registrations.
r Board of Directors Dinner - Exclusive Partner - $ 6,500
This is an exclusive dinner held in conjunction with the event, for more than 80 members and guests of the ORA Board of
Directors. Your investment which provides the opportunity to network with industry leadership and includes preferred dinner
seating for up to 4 attendees from your business. Also includes 2 full conference registrations.
r OR - Co-Board of Directors Dinner (2 offered) - $ 4,000 ea. 1 AVAILABLE
(Co-Partnerships are not available if Exclusive has been confirmed) This is an exclusive dinner for more
than 80 members and guests of the ORA Board of Directors, which provides you with the opportunity
to network with industry leadership. Includes preferred seating for up to 3 attendees from your business.
Includes 1 full conference registration and logo recognition on-site.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 4
April 14 • State Capitol & the Oklahoma History Center, OKC
“A TASTEFUL AFFAIR” LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION
Members of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and Oklahoma
Travel Industry Association will join forces for “Hospitality Day at the Capitol”, where we will spend time
speaking to legislators about issues facing our industry.
Plan to support the first event of the new year Hospitality Day at the Capitol & “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative
Reception - and help us mark the start of Oklahoma’s legislative session!
The hospitality industry is the driving force in Oklahoma’s economy, generating enormous tax revenues,
providing jobs for hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans, and giving time and resources back to their communities.
At the same time, it’s vital that we maintain good relations with legislators so that our perspective on various bills,
issues and grassroots initiatives is given thoughtful consideration.
Later that evening, you’ll mingle with more than 600 members and legislators while we do what we do best
- demonstrate Oklahoma hospitality at a bigger and better-than-ever “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception. “A
Tasteful Affair” features more than 20 of Oklahoma’s finest restaurants showcasing culinary tastings at what is
heralded as the state’s most successful and best attended legislative reception.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r “A Tasteful Affair” Reception Gold - $1,650
- Invitation to join forces with members of the association at our state Capitol to speak to legislators about
issues facing our industry.
- 10 registrations to “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the
website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site
production promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
r “A Tasteful Affair” Reception Silver - $1,000
- Invitation to join forces with members of the association at our state Capitol to speak to legislators about
issues facing our industry.
- 4 registrations to “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the
website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site
production promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
5 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.
Quail Creek Golf & Country Club, OKC
Join us at another great location for the only ORA golf tournament of the year. The tournament sells out annually
and is full of excitement. Top scoring teams will automatically be entered into the Pebble Beach Putt-Off, as will
select two-somes from each of our Master Partners. This is the ultimate Partnership!
The winning two-man team from the putt-off will win the ULTIMATE “Stay & Play” package which includes one
room and two nights lodging at the Inn at Spanish Bay located on the Monterey Peninsula in California. Included in
the package is one room for two in “Stay & Play” package with golf for both players at Spyglass Hill and the famous
Pebble Beach Golf Links. Winners of Pebble Beach Putt-Off have 120 days from the tournament date to schedule
the package for use. Airfare not included. This package is valued at over $3,000.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Master - $ 2,750 (A limited number availabe)
Includes two (2) two-man teams and entry for one of those two-man teams into Pebble Beach Putt-Off and a chance
to win the Golf Package to Spyglass Hill and Pebble Beach premiere golf courses. . In addition to the below-noted ROI,
your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the event’s
webpage, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production promotions,
and the on-site printed program if the event dictates. Previous year’s Master Partners have the first right of refusal on
April 26 •
retaining their status if done so by January
r Hole - $ 400
Proceeds from hole Partnerships will benefit the ORA Victim’s Impact Fund, which supports restaurant employees that
have become victims of on-the-job crimes. A logo’d Partner sign will be placed on one hole during the tournament
for each hole Partner, and your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News,
as well as the event’s webpage, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site
production promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
Player Registration
If you are not a Master Partner and wish to play in the tournament, contact ORA or register at okrestaurants.com.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 6
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ORA BOARD OF DIRECTORS RETREAT
Our 2021 ORA Chair invites you to join the ORA Board of Directors for remarkable retreat with special group events
that will provide abundant networking time with the decision-makers in Oklahoma’s restaurant industry.
One of the premiere events of the year and your most exclusive opportunity to Partner with the ORA Board of Directors and
invited guests. This event provides a great opportunity for personal one-on-one networking in a fun and casual
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setting. Annually, 70 or more in our leadership make it a point attend this special retreat. It’s an opportunity to
develop relationships that can enhance your bottom-line.
The Oklahoma Restaurant Association negotiates a discounted group room block and will publish the hotel cutoff
date in advance. Any reservations after the cutoff date are subject to standard hotel rates.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Platinum - $10,000
A Platinum Partnership investment includes registration fees for 6 people and the below-noted ROI.
Platinum Partners will be promoted as an “exclusive Partner” of a major event during the retreat and preferred
seating if a seated event.
r Gold - $ 6,000
A Gold Partnership contribution includes registration fees for 4 people and the below-noted ROI.
r Silver (minimum Partner level) - $ 3,500
A Silver Partnership contribution includes registration fees for 2 people and the below-noted ROI.
Additional Return on Investment
- Opportunity to network with board members and guests at functions.
- Partner promotion to attendees on advance promotion materials, on-site handouts and official board meeting
booklets.
- Dining functions vary, however, where appropriate, plated group meals include preferred seating.
- A complete list of attendees with their contact information upon request.
Partnership investments include Partner ORA retreat registration fees and all planned group meals. Partners are responsible for
their own travel expense, however unlike our directors, Partners do not pay the customary retreat registration fee. No Partner
presentations are scheduled during this retreat.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
7 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.August 18 & 19 • Bennett Event Center - State Fair Park, OKC
Join us as a ORA Expo Partner in our 83rd annual ORA Expo! We’re expecting another exciting year in a state of the
art venue, with new buyers working their way through over 400 booths. With more than 3,500 in attendance, this
is the Oklahoma foodservice industry’s most anticipated industry-specific exhibition and networking event.
Exhibitors will showcase their new and existing products and services, coupled with a wide array of education
sessions, demonstrations and competition events for members and non-members, as well as events specific to the
Oklahoma Restaurant Association Board of Directors. This is a huge opportunity to marketing to Expo attendees -
and one you won’t want to miss
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the event[s
web page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates., plus any additional ROI listed below. Exclusive
Partnerships are available to members-only and have first right of refusal on renewing prior to January.
r Expo Headline - $ 1,450
- Your logo will be featured on an EXPO aisle sign (front or back at Expo’s discretion). Depending on booth aisle placement
this may be “shared space” benefit with one other Partner.
- Your business will be an exclusive feature in one linked social media post leading up to the ORA Expo.
- Your logo will be featured on the Headline Partners promotions on-site.
r Education Stage Platinum - $ 10,000
- Your business will be among the most primary businesses featured during our two-day educational programming.
- A representative from your business will be provided an opportunity to introduce our most highly featured presentation.
- Your business will be included in Partner recognition before, during and post-event recognitions.
r Education Stage Partner - $ 1,000
- Your business will be included in Partner recognition before, during and post-event recognitions.
r Board of Directors Dinner (Exclusive) - Location to be announced - $ 6,500 SOLD
- Preferred VIP seating at the dinner for four (4) and recognition at the dinner.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 8August 18 • Bennett Event Center - State Fair Park, OKC
Support twelve of Oklahoma’s most talented bartenders as they compete for prizes in the “Cocktail Shakedown.” This
exciting competition takes place in conjunction with the ORA Expo. Bartenders from Oklahoma restaurants will put
their skills and abilities to the test as they compete to move through timed heats of cocktail preparations including
the Championship Round. As each bartender lifts a shaker and creates his or her requisite signature concoction, they
race the clock to create innovative and crazy delicious cocktails that will be judged on taste and balance, originality,
drink presentation and stage presentation. Each round reduces the number of talented competitors, until the finalists
compete for the Grand Championship belt and prize monies!
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Platinum - $ 2,750
Platinum Partners are the competition’s most prominently recognized Partners, and will enjoy the following:
- Your logo will be digitally embossed on the Grand Champion belts.
- Your logo will be front and center with other Platinum Partners on the four bar cling wraps.
- Inclusion in emcee scripting for acknowledgment at least twice during the competition.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the event’s
webpage, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
- Post-event magazine promotion will include a full page photo of the Grand Champion with one representative
from each Platinum Partner business.
r Gold - $ 850
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website
event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
r Spirits Heat (Limited to the # of Heats) - $ 1,250 per heat SOLD
- As a Heat Partner, you earn the right to have one of your products (meeting competition guidelines) featured
during one heat of competition. In addition to recognition in the post event ORA Restaurateur magazine:
- Your logo will be featured on boxing ring style cards held by our “ring girls” during your partnered heat. This
investment requires $1,250, plus 8 full-size bottles of the spirit for competition bars and 24 total .375 ml bottles
for competitor and judge swag bags. Please contact the ORA to confirm if this Partnership is still available. Heat
Partners are also encouraged to invest additionally as Platinum or Gold Partners. Please contact Patti to confirm
this Partnership is still available.
r Championship Heat (Limited to 1) - $ 1,500
- As Partner of the Championship Heat, your logo will also be featured on boxing ring style cards held by
our “ring girls” in your Championship Heat. Spirits will not be featured in this heat. Heat Partners are also
encouraged to invest additionally as Platinum or Gold Partners. Please contact Patti to confirm this Partnership
is still available.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
9 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.August 18 & 19 • Bennett Event Center - State Fair Park, OKC
This ever popular competition, held during the Oklahoma Restaurant Convention & Expo, hosts twelve of the most
talented ORA member chefs in Oklahoma who compete in a culinary competition. During the competition, the chefs
put their skills and abilities to the test as they race the clock to create dazzling and tasty dishes using a mystery panry
and basket of wildly unique ingredients. Chefs will compete in various heats until the contest is narrowed down to
the last two chefs. As the number of competitors decreases, the creativity, talent and excitement increases. From
there, they will have 30 minutes to create an entree using all the ingredients. The Cook-off continues to be a
crowd-pleaser year after year!
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Lead - SOLD
r Premier Platinum - $ 6,000
Premier Platinum Partners are our most prominently recognized Cook-off Partners, and will include the following:
- Your logo will be prominently displayed throughout the two-day event and your businesses name will be
engraved on the grand champion trophy.
- One representative from your business is invited to take the stage and assist with the trophy presentations.
- Inclusion in emcee scripting for acknowledgment numerous times during the competition.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website
event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
- Post-event magazine promotion will include a two-page photo of the Cook-off Champion with one
representative from each Premier Platinum Partner business.
r Platinum - $ 2,750
- As a Platinum Partner, your logo will be prominently displayed throughout the two-day event and your company
name will be engraved on the grand champion trophy.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website
event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
r Gold - $ 1,250
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website
event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine, on-site production
promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 10The ORA A’la Carte E-News is the association’s monthly member communication tool. A’la Carte informs ORA members
of new developments in government affairs and regulatory topics, member news, scam alerts, upcoming events and
other industry-related topics. The E-News is distributed to over 2,300 industry professionals statewide and is ORA’s
prime source of digital outreach. Exclusive Partnerships are available to members-only and have first right of refusal on
renewing the following year.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
Each A’la Carte E-News will include the text “This issue brought to you in Partnership with” plus your business logo.
No artwork necessary.
r Exclusive (24 issues) $3,000 SOLD
ORA reserves the right to transition this publication to a special edition E-news publication if conditions require it.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
11 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.FOOD SAFETY TRAINING
ServSafe® ORA’s most requested industry training! With more than 7 million managers certified nationwide, ServSafe® is the
most recognized food safety program in the nation and has set the industry standard for food safety education.
The ORA has trained over 25,000 of Oklahoma’s foodservice managers from independent, multi-unit and branded lodging
properties and restaurants, as well as a great number of schools, hospitals, casinos and assisted living. The Oklahoma
Restaurant Association is Oklahoma’s primary organization to provide ServSafe® training, as designated by the Oklahoma
State Department of Health. By offering one-day class formats in Oklahoma, we allow managers to review and test for
national certification. The scores and certificates are issued directly to the manager by the National Restaurant Association.
The Oklahoma Restaurant Association averages 3 classes/month = 36 opportunities for face to face exposure with an
average of 60 foodservice professionals per class.
A multi-year Partnership is required for this program. OKC and Tulsa class schedule available at okrestaurants.com.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Exclusive - $ 8,000 SOLD
- Feature article announcing Exclusive Partnership in an upcoming issue our Oklahoma Restaurateur magazine.
- A digital media announcement via ORA social media announcing Exclusive Partnership.
- Annually, your business will be an exclusive feature in one linked social media post.
- Your company logo on Oklahoma’s ServSafe® supplemental booklet and marketing materials, which is marketed to more
than 10,000 foodservice professionals. If ORA has an excess of booklets already in-stock then a special sticker with your logo
and the Partnership acknowledgement will be affixed to each booklet.
- Partner recognition with your company logo on the ORA’s ServSafe® landing page.
- The exclusive opportunity to make a 5-minute presentation and handout materials before every training session.
Remember that’s 36 opportunities per year. If your business cannot staff 36 opportunities, then we recommend at least
presenting to a class quarterly and our training team will take it from there by distributing your promotional materials in all
classes throughout the year.
- Each ORA Advisory newsletter includes a ServSafe® class schedule. As the Exclusive Partner, your logo would accompany
this promotion in the newsletter or another online publication.
- Exclusive Partnerships are only available to members and include first right of refusal on renewing the same Title
Partnerships the following year (must be confirmed by October 1 each year prior to the new year’s Partnership)
r Or - Co-Exclusive (2 offered if exclusive not sold) - $ 4,000 each
- Partner recognition with your company logo on ORA ServSafe® booklet and promotion material,
which is marketed to more than 10,000 foodservice professionals annually
- Opportunity to handout your promotional material to attendees
- Partner recognition with your company logo on ORA’s ServSafe® landing page
(Co-Partnerships are not available if Exclusive has been confirmed)
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 12ACE
ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE EDUCATION
OKLAHOMA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE EDUCATION
Become a Partner in educating Oklahoma’s foodservice employees. This ORA alcohol compliance training program
touches approximately 2,500 servers annually. ACE provides responsible skills to assist individuals in identifying false
I.D., intoxicated customers, laws and rules, tips and useful guidelines in responsible management and service of alcoholic
beverages. Classes scheduled upon request and availability of instructors.
Be featured as the Partner of one of ORA’s primary training programs. Exclusive Partnerships are available to members-only
and have first right of refusal on renewing the following year.
A multi-year Partnership is required for this program.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Exclusive - $ 8,000 SOLD
- Feature article announcing Exclusive Partnership in an upcoming issue our Oklahoma Restaurateur magazine.
- A digital media announcement via ORA social media announcing Exclusive Partnership.
- In each additionally year, your business will be an exclusive feature in one linked social media post.
- Partner recognition with your company logo on ORA Alcohol Training textbook and promotion material,
which is marketed to more than 10,000 foodservice professionals annually.
- Your business will be an exclusive feature in one linked social media post.
- A 5-minute presentation opportunity before each training session with an invitation to provide your company’s
promotional material to attendees.
r Or, Co-Exclusive (2 offered) - $ 4,000 each
- Partner recognition with your company logo on ORA Alcohol Training textbook and promotion
material, which is marketed to more than 10,000 foodservice professionals annually
- Opportunity to handout your promotional material to attendees
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
13 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
Oklahoma ProStart® Teacher & Student Grants
Oklahoma ProStart® Student Invitational
Oklahoma Teams to National ProStart® Student Invitational
Odyssey de Culinaire
Hirst Hospitality Awards
The Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation was established to promote educational opportunities to young people pursuing
careers in the restaurant, culinary and hospitality fields. Formed as a not-for-profit organization in 1976, the OHF has
continued to provide scholarships to young people to assist with their formal education in Oklahoma. Annually, the
Foundation has awarded, on average, $30,000 to deserving students at Oklahoma State University, Spears Business School
of Hospitality and Tourism Management, OSU Institute of Technology, School of Culinary Arts, studying Culinary and
Hospitality Services.
Since its inception, the Foundation has expanded its purpose and mission to meet the growing demand for quality, trained
professionals to meet the labor needs. The purpose is now more far-reaching to include educational programs at the high
school level, promotion of quality training for foodservice professionals and assistance with industry research.
14July 15 • Skirvin Hilton Hotel, OKC
July 22 • River Spirit Casino Hotel, Tulsa
Want to reach not only the foodservice industry, but Oklahoma’s two largest dining communities? Growing in
popularity, our two Odyssey fundraising and awareness dinners are held to benefit Oklahoma ProStart® through
the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation 501(c)3. Five top chefs from Oklahoma City and five top chefs from Tulsa,
each create an elegant evening of delicious food and fine wine to support hospitality education. In a typical year,
Culinary students are selected from Oklahoma ProStart® to shadow and gain experience alongside the chefs.
In 2021, Department of Education restrict student activities, therefore the Chefs will continue to support this
event with their own talents and in depth desire to make ProStart® and culinary experiences rewarding for
students by helping to raise funds for this worthy cause.
While Odyssey dinners have long featured wonderful wines, we’re pleased to announce the addition of a
featured Vintner to the event. This is the ORA’s only event open to the public.
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
r Master Chef- $ 5,250
- Receive the benefits of a Master Chef Partner, which includes one table of 10 to each Odyssey
dinner location; a framed Odyssey poster autographed and presented by participating chefs
- Your Partner logo on promotional materials to include invitations and check presenters.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts on the competition screens,
in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through
our ORA Restaurateur magazine.
r Executive Chef - $ 2,750
- Includes a total of 8 seats to use at one Odyssey dinner location or to share between dinner
location.
- Your Partner logo on promotional materials to include invitations and check presenters.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts on the competition screens,
in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through
our ORA Restaurateur magazine.
r Sous Chef - $ 1,250
- Includes a total of 4 seats to use at one Odyssey dinner location or to share between dinner
locations.
- Your Partner logo on promotional materials to include invitations and check presenters.
- Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts on the competition screens,
in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as the website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through
the ORA Restaurateur magazine.
r Mentor Chef - $ 625
-Includes 2 seats to one Odyssey dinner location or to share between dinner locations.
- Your Partner logo on promotional materials to include invitations and check presenters.
-Your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte e-News, as well as
the website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur magazine,
on-site production promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
15 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.November 9 - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, OKC
In its 22nd year, this celebration event has become one of the ORA’s finest traditions of honoring outstanding
individuals in the restaurant industry. The Hirst Hospitality Awards serves two important purposes. First, to
celebrate the contributions of foodservice employees to the restaurant industry; and secondly, the event raises
funds to support the scholarships provided by the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation (501c3). The dinner has
an audience of more than 450 restaurant owners and honored employees and features a renowned vintner(s).
The evening’s activities include a wine pulls, live auction, complimentary group photos and honoree and cash
drawings! The Distinguished Service and Distinguished Industry Leadership awards are also presented.
Our Hirst Hospitality Award Partners and attendees will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Sam Noble Event
Center at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. Spend an exciting evening with
your customers, while supporting the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation!
Partner Levels & Marketing Return on Investment
All contribution levels below, your Partnership will be promoted through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte
e-News, as well as the website event page, in pre-event and post-event marketing through our ORA Restaurateur
magazine, on-site production promotions, and the on-site printed program if the event dictates.
r Platinum - $ 2,800
- Includes 1 preferred table of 8 seats, plus the above noted promotion
r Gold - $ 2,300
- Includes 6 dinner seats, plus the above noted promotion
r Silver - $ 1,800
- Includes 4 dinner seats, plus the above noted promotion
r Bronze - $ 1,300
- Includes 2 dinner seats, plus the above noted promotion
r Student - $ 500
- Your contribution makes it possible for scholarship recipients to attend this exciting industry event.
Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships. if necessary. If any of these changes are necessary, the ORA will take proper steps to
fulfill Partner ROI with alternative marketing activities.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries. 16OKLAHOMA PROSTART®
TEACHER & STUDENT GRANTS
In light of the events of 2020, Oklahoma ProStart® instructors need support more than ever. Oklahoma ProStart®
instructors and the program needs funds for support grants that will be awarded to deserving instructor applicants
from Oklahoma’s ProStart®. These grants can be used for the school pantry items, culinary equipment, technology,
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or instructor training. Additionally, since culinary is a hands-on curriculum and students are currently restricted to
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learning from home, the majority of students don’t have access to cooking equipment or pantry staples, so your mar-
keting investment will directly support students’ needs to allow them to continue to develop their culinary skills
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r Master - $ 1,250
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As a Master Partner, your partnership will be recognized in all communications with
Oklahoma ProStart® schools., as well as in quarterly social media posts on ORA social
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platforms that recognize Master Partners. Your Partnership will be utilized as noted above, and
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will be recognized through our digital marketing efforts in A’ la Carte E-news, as well as
okrestaurants.com ProStart® marketing and in marketing through ORA Restaurateur magazine.
r Mentor - $ 500
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As a Mentor Partner, your partnership will be utilized as noted above. You will be recognized in
all communications with Oklahoma ProStart® schools, and will be recognized on
okrestaurants.com ProStart® marketing and in marketing through ORA Restaurateur magazine.
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or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.
17Embassy Suites Hotel, Norman
OKLAHOMA STUDENT INVITATIONAL
The ProStart© Student Invitational competition will showcase the culinary and academic talents of more than 200 ProStart
students from high schools and technology centers across the state. The highlight of the Student Invitational will be students
participating in a team competition-style format in both the culinary and management competition. Winning teams from each
competition will be awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals and scholarships to pursue post-secondary education. The winning
high school teams in the culinary and management competition will represent Oklahoma at the national competition in Washington,
DC in May. The program provides exposure to over 2,200 students enrolled in the ProStart© program. Industry professionals are also
involved as team coaches and judges during the event. All contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law.
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r Platinum (Exclusive) - $15,000
Your contribution as the Platinum Partner gives your company the most exposure of the available packages to those in the hospitality industry,
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students in the competition, and the dining public. You will be consistently recognized at all events, and in all materials, as the Platinum Partner
for the ProStart® Competition and designated as a leader in assisting students making their way into the hospitality industry.
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• Name recognition as the Exclusive Partner of the ProStart® Culinary and Management Competition teams. Also the opportunity for a
spokesperson from your company to address attendees and to assist in handing out the team and scholarship awards.
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• Inclusion of your company logo and mention as the Platinum Partner in all marketing, advertising, and informational material created by the
ORA regarding the Oklahoma ProStart® Student Invitational (OPSI).
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• Your logo and an active link to your website on okrestaurants.com pages with information about OPSI and the National ProStart® Student
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• Your company logo on the team coats worn by the first place culinary team at the National ProStart® Student Invitational.
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• Recognition as the Platinum Partner on media communications including press releases, media invitations, fact sheets and on-site promotion.
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• Qualification and recognition as an ORA Key Club Partner for the year of Partner commitment.
• Photo opportunity with the first place teams.
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As the Oklahoma ProStart® Student Invitational (OPSI) continues to grow, your support allows ORA and OHF to celebrate the ProStart® program.
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• Inclusion of your company logo and recognition at the Kick-Off event, all marketing, advertising, and informational material created by the
ORA regarding the Oklahoma ProStart® Student Invitational.
• Your logo (3” x 3”) embroidered on the sleeve of Oklahoma’s team coats at Nationals.
• Your company logo and an active link to your website visible from the OK ProStart Competition landing page.
• Recognition on media communications including ORA press releases, media invitations and fact sheets.
• Recognition in all media pieces as one of three leading Partners
• Use of photos, student testimonials and materials for your company’s press releases. prominent billing and recognition in the culinary
competition area.
r Mentor - $2,500
Your contribution will assist in paying the expenses to provide the equipment and space necessary to host the culinary competition. You will
receive prominent billing and recognition in the culinary competition area.
• Inclusion of your company logo and mention as the Silver Partner in all marketing, advertising, on-site promotions and informational material
created by ORA regarding the Oklahoma ProStart® Student Invitational.
• Your logo (2” x 2”) embroidered on the back of Oklahoma’s team coats at Nationals
• Your company logo and an active link to your website on okrestaurants.com pages with information about OPSI and the National
ProStart® Student Invitational (NPSI).
• Use of pictures, student testimonials and materials for your company’s press releases.
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NATIONAL PROSTART COMPETITION ®
Each Spring Oklahoma will be represented by two local Technology Center or High School teams who won first place in
our Oklahoma State ProStart® Competition in both the culinary and management competitions. They will be traveling in
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two teams of five each to the culinary and management competitions to compete in the National ProStart®
Competition against the best culinary and management teams in the nation. Like other states at the national
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competition, our Oklahoma teams need to be decked out and look the part in the trendiest chef’s coats covered in
dozens of Partner logos, matching pants and shoes.
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As a Partner in this endeavor, your support will help send Oklahoma’s teams to the competition with much of the gear
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they need to succeed! There are two Partner levels to meet any budget.
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- At this level, your business will receive a 3” x 3” logo on the sleeve of the competing teams’ chef
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coats, as well as post-event recognition in the Oklahoma Restaurateur magazine and on okrestaurants.com.
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r $350 - At this level, your business will receive a 2” x 2” logo on the back of the teams’ chef coats,
as well as post-event recognition in the Oklahoma Restaurateur magazine and on okrestaurants.com.
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Although unlikely, ORA reserves the right to reschedule an event, cancel an event, offer the event through a virtual platform
or redesign the specifics of Partnerships.
Contact Patti Colley, IOM, CMP, ORA Chief Strategy Officer at 405.834.4150
19 or patti@okrestaurants.com regarding all Partnership inquiries.2021 Strategic Partnership Marketing Agreement
We welcome your Partnership and involvement in the ORA’s Partnership and Marketing Programs. Partnerships are honored on a first come, first serve
basis. This form guarantees the investor a one year commitment. Exclusive Partnerships are available to members-only with the first right of
refusal on renewing the following year.
Check Boxes to Confirm
OKLAHOMA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION PROGRAMS
HospitAbilities
r Champion $ 5,000
r Advocate $ 2,500
r Supporter $ 1,000
TulsaFest
rPlatinum $ 2,000
rGold $ 1,250
Luncheon (Exclusive) OR
r $ 5,000
Luncheon Co-Exclusive (2 Offered) 1 AVAILABLE
r $ 3,000
rBoard of Directors Dinner r Exclusive, Or $ 6,500
r Co-Exclusive (2 offered - 1 available) $ 4,000
Hospitality Day & A “Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception
r Gold $ 1,650
r Silver $ 1,000
ORA Golf Classic
r Master Tournament (Limited Number Available) $ 2,750
r Hole $ 400
Board of Directors Retreat
r Platinum $10,000
r Gold $ 6,000
r Silver $ 3,500
ORA Expo
r Expo Headline $ 1,450
r Education Stage Platinum $10,000
r Education Stage Partner $ 1,000
r Board of Directors Dinner Exclusive S O LD $ 6,500
Business Name_________________________________________ Commitment Sub-total $____________ 202021 Strategic Partnership Marketing Agreement
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Check Boxes to Confirm
Cocktail Shakedown
r Platinum $ 2,750
r Gold $ 850
r Spirits Heat (Limited to # of Heats) S OLD $ 1,250 / Heat
r Championship Heat (Limited to 1) $ 1,500
Culinary Cook-off
r Premier Platinum $ 6,000
r Platinum $ 2,750
r Gold $ 1,250
ORA A`la Carte E-News
r Exclusive SO LD $ 3,000
ServSafe® Food Safety Education
r Exclusive SO LD $ 8,000
r or Co-Exclusive (2 offered) $ 4,000
Alcohol Compliance Education
r Exclusive SO LD $ 8,000
r or Co-Exclusive (2 offered) $ 4,000
OKLAHOMA HOSPITALITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMS
Odyssey de Culinaire
r Master Chef $ 5,250
r Executive Chef $ 2,750
r Sous Chef $ 1,250
r Mentor Chef $ 625
Hirst Hospitality Awards
r Platinum $ 2,800
r Gold $ 2,300
r Silver $ 1,800
r Bronze $ 1,300
r Student $ 500
Business Name_________________________________________ Commitment Sub-total $____________
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Check Boxes to Confirm
Oklahoma ProStart® Teacher & Student Grants
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r Mentor $ 500 POST-PONED UNTIL 2022
Master $ 1,250
r Chef $ 250
Oklahoma ProStart Student Invitational
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Platinum Exclusive
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POST-PONED UNTIL 2022
SO LD $15,000
Kick-Off Event (Exclusive) SO LD $ 5,000
r Mentor $ 2,500
Oklahoma Team - ProStart National Competition
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POST-PONED UNTIL 2022
$1,000 National Culinary Team (Limited to 6)
$ 350 National Culinary Team
$ 1,000
$ 350
Partner Marketing Total $____________
By signing this Strategic Partnership Commitment Agreement, you have agreed to pay the above amount in conjunction with your
one-year commitment, unless otherwise stipulated.
Signature________________________________________________________ Date_________________
Strategic Partner Details / Payment
Partner Business_________________________________________________________________________
Contact Name__________________________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip___________________________________________________________________________
Phone____________________________________________________________ Ext._________________
Email______________________________________________Website_____________________________
office use only -- BILLING INFORMATION -- office use only
Partnership INVOICE
Commitment Total $____________
PAID BY
r Check r Visa r In-Full
r AMEX r MasterCard r Bi-Annually
Paid Date_____________
Billing Notes:________________________________________________
CC # ______________________________________________ Exp._________ Card Zip________
22Membership Benefits
BECAUSE ORA CARES ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS,
YOUR EMPLOYEES AND YOUR GUESTS
THE ONLY
OKLAHOMA
RESOURCES FOR MEMBERS
ASSOCIATION • Need Legal Assistance? Connect for FREE with our legal teams
• Alcohol and Food Safety training discounts
ADVOCATING • Serve Alcohol safely with ACE Training & Online ServSafe® Alcohol
SPECIFICALLY
FOR THE ENTIRE • Comply with Food Safety Regulations – Certify in ServSafe® Manager
RESTAURANT • Let ORA help you hire. List open positions for FREE on the ORA Job Bank
INDUSTRY
• Resources and discounts in Credit Card and Payroll and Insurance
• Education • Networking • Fundraisers • Employee Recognition
• Hire students of all abilities. Get to know HospitAbilities!
4,500+ • Need a new Supplier? Search the ORA Online Buyers’ Guide
MEMBERS
• Free Handwashing, Mask or No Smoking Posters
INDEPENDENT • Timely updates with ORA A`la Carte E-News
MULTI-UNIT • Oklahoma Restaurateur magazine
FRANCHISED • Belong to the National Restaurant Association
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HOTELS & B&B
CASINOS
COMMERCIAL • Oklahoma’s largest industry trade show
FOOD TRUCK • Educational sessions & demonstrations
SCHOOLS • Chef and Bartender competitions
SUPPLIERS • Connect with suppliers while you discover
and experience the best in hospitality
products and services
• Want to connect with other restaurant and
hospitality professionals?
ORA hospitality makes this an event you don’t want to miss!
THOUSANDS IN
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ACROSS THE To access more great MEMBER resources, or TO JOIN
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