Think Tank Network - Annual Member Benefits
ACTIVATE LOCAL ECONOMIES
Community Activations Network (CAN) Think Tank Network, designed to foster a community of proactive economic action-takers. Each tier aligns with your focus on innovation, economic activation, workforce alignment, entrepreneurship, and education policy.
TOGETHER WE CAN!
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Think Tank Network Members gain access to curated business templates for activations and frequently requested strategic tools.
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Think Tank Network Members receive announcement, newsletters, collaborative opportunities
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Think Tank Network Members are an integral part of the Network. Introductions, Activations, Partnerships and Collaborations are a Major Benefit of Membership in the Network
Spark Business Member $99
Who it’s for: Students, young professionals, micro-entrepreneurs, individual
Benefits: Access to business templates and resources in Task Force
Monthly CAN Activation Newsletter
Access to one Think Tank session per year
Recognition with digital membership badge
Access to member exclusive partner events & opportunities
Early access to volunteer opportunities
Build Business Member $350
Who it’s for: Established professionals, consultants, independent trainers, small businesses (1-5), nonprofits
Benefits: All Spark benefits
Business member spotlight (online/newsletter
Eligibility to be part of a Think Tank
1 invitation to participate in an Activation Lab
Legacy Business Investor $5,000
Who it’s for: Municipalities, economic leaders, regional coalitions, philanthropist/foundations, anchor organizations, site selector/client
Benefits: Full customization of a regional Think Tank Activation
Strategic planning session with CAN leadership
Sponsored Activation summary for funders/grants
VIP profile on CAN site + impact metrics reporting
Legacy listing on all national activation decks & reports
Community Business Member $950
Who it’s for: Local banks, brokers, legal firms, association partners
Benefits: All Build benefits
Recognition on CAN’s website
Use of “Proud CAN Community Partner” digital badge
Invitation to 2 Think Tank Activations per year
Co-branding opportunity for 1 CAN community activation
Inclusion in CAN partner listings for special projects
Impact Business Investor $2,500
Who it’s for: Corporate, anchor organizations, mid-sized to large companies, major training partners
Benefits: All Community Activation benefits
Invitation to quarterly CAN Economic Roundtables
Opportunity to co-sponsor an Activation (workforce, community, or industry)
Named seat at a CAN-hosted Think Tank
Logo recognition in CAN publications and donor reports