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The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the second year of our Commonwealth Conversations speaker series. This three-part series promises to deliver thought-provoking discussions featuring prominent figures, led by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President, Cliff Fleet. Past speakers have included influential personalities such as Carly Fiorina, Senator Mark Warner, and BK Fulton.

Commonwealth Conversations: A Conversation with Dr. Larry Sabato

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear from one of the nation's most respected political analysts, Dr. Larry Sabato. As the founder and director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, Dr. Sabato will offer his unique insights into the post-election landscape and discuss the implications for businesses and communities.

About Dr. Larry J. Sabato:

Dr. Larry J. Sabato is a New York Times best-selling author, has won four Emmys, and is recognized as one of the nation’s most respected political analysts. He appears multiple times a week on national and international TV, including CNN, BBC, and CNN International. A Rhodes Scholar, Dr. Sabato is the founder and director of the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics, and has had visiting appointments at Oxford and Cambridge universities in England. Dr. Sabato is the author or editor of two dozen books on American politics. He has taught over 20,000 students in his career, and the University of Virginia has given him its highest honor, The Thomas Jefferson Award. In 2021, Sabato celebrated his 50th year of association with the University of Virginia.

Dr. Sabato is the editor and lead author of the newly released book, "The Red Ripple: The 2022 Midterm Elections and What They Mean for 2024," which explores the November 2022 elections and the political landscape heading into the 2024 presidential election.

Professor Sabato heads up Sabato’s Crystal Ball, which has won numerous awards. The Pew Charitable Trust recognized the Crystal Ball as the #1 leader in the field of political prediction, and The Daily Beast designated it as one of the top political sites on the web. A thorough statistical analysis of all 2018 prognosticators found that the Crystal Ball was the best (Nate Silver of 538.com was second). Harvard Political Review just named the Crystal Ball #1 in predicting the Electoral College in 2020, getting 49 of 50 states correct as well as two competitive congressional districts that have one electoral vote each (NE-2 and ME-2): “While crystal balls may not exist in real life, Larry Sabato’s editorial team might be the next best thing.”

Dr. Sabato has received four Emmys for the PBS television documentaries “Out of Order”, which highlights the dysfunctional U.S. Senate, “The Kennedy Half-Century”, which examines the life, assassination, and lasting legacy of President John F. Kennedy, “Feeling Good About America,” which looks at the 1976 presidential election, and “Charlottesville,” which looks at the events in the titular city during August 11 and 12, 2017.

Professor Sabato is very active on social media. His Twitter feed (@LarrySabato) was named by Time Magazine as one of the 140 best.

Key Highlights:

• Expert Analysis: Gain valuable insights from Dr. Sabato, a renowned political commentator and author.
• Engaging Discussion: Participate in a thought-provoking conversation moderated by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President Cliff Fleet.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other business and community leaders in attendance.
• Post-Election Insights: Understand the implications of the 2024 presidential election and its impact on the future.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, January 17th, 2025
• Location: Williamsburg Lodge
• Schedule:
  • Check-in: 8:00 AM
  • Breakfast: 8:15 AM
  • Program Start: 8:30 AM

Ticket Prices (include breakfast):

• Individual Tickets:
  • Members: $55
  • Prospective Members: $80
• Tables of 8 (Reserved Seats with Company Logo):
  • Members: $500
  • Prospective Members: $700

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with influential leaders in our community.

Our Sponsors

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Visit Williamsburg 

Sponsorship Opportunities: Leverage this unique platform to enhance your brand visibility and align with influential leaders and decision-makers. Sponsorship packages are designed to provide exposure and engagement opportunities.

Gold Sponsor – $1,400 per event:

• One Reserved Table (8 Tickets) with Priority Seating
• Logo Displayed on Reserved Table
• Logo Linked on Commonwealth Conversations Event Webpage
• 1/4 Page Color Ad Featured in Commonwealth Conversations Pamphlet
• Social Media Recognition as Gold Sponsor
• Logo Featured in Weekly Newsletter
• Logo Featured in Post-Event Email to Attendees

Silver Sponsor – $1,000 per event:

• One Reserved Table (8 Tickets) with Priority Seating
• Logo Displayed on Reserved Table
• Logo Linked on Commonwealth Conversations Event Webpage
• Logo Featured in Commonwealth Conversations Pamphlet
• Social Media Recognition as Silver Sponsor
• Name Featured in Weekly Newsletter

Bronze Sponsor – $750 per event:

• One Reserved Table (8 Tickets)
• Logo Displayed on Reserved Table
• Name Linked on Commonwealth Conversations Event Webpage
• Name Included in Commonwealth Conversations Pamphlet
• Social Media Recognition as Bronze Sponsor
• Name Included in Weekly Newsletter

Join us in making Commonwealth Conversations a resounding success by becoming a sponsor. Your support not only enhances your brand’s visibility but also contributes to fostering meaningful discussions that shape the future of our community.

For more information and to secure your sponsorship, please contact Lauren Moore at laurenmoore@businesswilliamsburg. We look forward to partnering with you for this prestigious event!