Any news on our new sponsor?

[parra-matters]

It'd be nice to be able to purchase some 2017 gear soon! We must be the only club who don't have their 2017 jerseys and polo shirts out! Any word Parra Matters?

Polo's next week or the week after, jerseys end of month.
they won't have a new sponsor if we one late.

 

[Johnny88]

Eels turn to charity in search for major sponsor

Parramatta are ready to take a leaf out of arch-rival Canterbury’s book and start the season with a charity on the front of their jersey as chief executive Bernie Gurr holds out for a major sponsorship which recognises their position as the most powerful sporting brand in western Sydney.

In a move that mirrors the approach taken by the Bulldogs as they attempted to piece together their battered image nearly a decade ago, Gurr confirmed the club had begun discussions with a charitable organisation as they contemplate kicking off the opening round of the premiership without a major backer.

The Eels lost major sponsor Dyldam late last year and are yet to lock down a replacement — the front of their Auckland Nines jersey was adorned with Parra 1947. Their search for a major sponsor comes amid evidence that indicates Parramatta not only remain the most popular rugby league side in western Sydney, but are also streets ahead of the AFL’s Greater Western Sydney and the A-League’s Western Sydney Wanderers.

“I think when Canterbury did it they demonstrated being good corporate citizens,” Gurr said.

“They helped out a great charity in Camp Quality. It also lets people know you don’t have a corporate sponsor. Let’s face it, part of the mandate of rugby league clubs is not only to be good footy teams, but rugby league is a big part of the community and we have to give back.”

As well as having the largest supporter base in the region, Parramatta’s commercial television ratings far out-strip GWS and the Wanderers. So, too, their ratings on pay-TV. It’s those statistics in part that have convinced Gurr the club needs to hold its nerve in the cluttered marketplace for major sponsors.

“We’re going to have to be patient. We want to get the right sponsor. More than likely, we’re going to go into the season without a major sponsor,” Gurr said.

“We just believe we have a good proposition. We’re not going to discount it. We’re not going to be silly either. We’re not asking overs. We’re asking what we think is a very fair and reasonable amount of money to go onto our jersey.

“Even though we don’t have a major now, we’re really, really excited about our year, we’re excited about where the club is going. We’re really excited about where we can go coming off a really ordinary 2016.

“By any sporting metric, we’re the biggest sporting franchise in western Sydney. As the biggest sporting franchise in western Sydney, we see ourselves as being the absolutely ideal partner for a corporate to partner with us.”

The club’s partnership with Dyldam remains in dispute with a court battle looming. Several other issues remain outstanding, including domestic violence allegations against Semi Radradra and a settlement for the retired Anthony Watmough, but Gurr believes they will soon be resolved.

“I think we’re going to turn it around very quickly,” Gurr said.

“I think there was clearly reputational damage last year. We’re trying to rebuild trust. The second thing on top of that is our fans want stability.

“They’re realistic — they don’t expect you to win every game but they want a competitive football program, they want the club well run, they don’t want to be on the front and back page for governance or other issues.

“They just want the club to get some stability.

“We’re under the salary cap in 2017. We have a really strong elite junior development club with some good juniors coming through. We’re already planning for 2018, 19 and 20.

“We’re looking at various scenarios within the context of the salary cap. All clubs, no matter who you are, you have to be looking externally at recruitment.
We’re starting to put some strategies around what we will look like in 18 and 19 because we will have some space in the salary cap.

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/spo...r/news-story/c22c06558adf5881af052b524c240f07

 

[forward pass]

Meels on Wheels would be perfect !

 

[strider]

We've always had a thing with Ronald McDonald house

 

[forward pass]

We've always had a thing with Ronald McDonald house

Yeah - that would be it for sure !

 

[Parraletic]

We should have had a charity on our jersey for the 9's. Hope we'll be a lot quicker off the mark with future decisions.

 

[Gronk]

We should have had a charity on our jersey for the 9's. Hope we'll be a lot quicker off the mark with future decisions.

The charity has to first agree for the club to use it's logo.

 

[eels_fan]

I hope It's RMH... they do an extraordinary job

 

[Gronk]

Parramatta Eels Commercial Sponsorship Opportunities

As the new Parramatta National Rugby League Club Chief Executive Officer, I am excited to lead a Rugby League Club so rich in passion and history.

For 70 years we have proudly represented the commercial and cultural capital of Western Sydney - Parramatta. Our aim is to be a successful, first-class sports organisation, with all our decisions and behaviours consistent with our core values of Integrity, Respect and Excellence.

We are committed to working with all our corporate partners to deliver effective outcomes that provide commercial value for 2017 and beyond. Partnering with Parramatta Eels will ensure your brand is etched in the hearts and minds of our fan base which consists of:

The largest membership and supporter base in Western Sydney
The largest TV reach of any club in Western Sydney
The largest online presence of any team in Western Sydney
The largest female supporter base in the NRL
We can offer a host of sponsorship opportunities including

Corporate Suites and private boxes
Special events
Stadium and on-field signage
Individual player sponsorship
Game day sponsorship
Digital advertising
Our expert commercial team would love to work with you to ensure you receive the best results from your sponsorship packages.

We are Parramatta and we are open for business.



Bernie Gurr

Chief Executive Officer

http://www.parraeels.com.au/news/2017/02/08/parramatta_eels_comm.html

 

[Gronk]

^^^ Bernie video is on above link as well. Nicely done, Bernie.

 

[Happy MEel]

I'm prepared to allow the use of my username on the front of out jersey in support of Ronald McDonald House.

 

[Avenger]

Like the idea of a charity being on our jersey before we obtain a sponsor like Apple Inc.

 

[strider]

I reckon we are in good hands ... its the first time in quite a while it doesnt feel like you cringe every time someone make a public statement - and i mean a longgggg while

They said they had planned on sorting out the board before the season starts ... anyone know how that is going?

 

[hineyrulz]

Awesome stuff by the Bern and the club, he even looked sober and he'd had a good nights sleep before he filmed that.

 

[Jake the snake]

Awesome stuff by the Bern and the club, he even looked sober and he'd had a good nights sleep before he filmed that.

LOL

 

[chiefy1]

Feel the Bern.

Great work !

 

[eloquentEEL]

Would they go with the Mannah Foundation? That's where all of our MOTM donations went last year.

 

[emjaycee]

I reckon we are in good hands ... its the first time in quite a while it doesnt feel like you cringe every time someone make a public statement - and i mean a longgggg while

They said they had planned on sorting out the board before the season starts ... anyone know how that is going?

I spoke with the Bern about this on the weekend and he said it was well underway and should be announced before Round 1.

 

[Avenger]

I reckon we are in good hands ... its the first time in quite a while it doesnt feel like you cringe every time someone make a public statement - and i mean a longgggg while

One massive fashion faux pas. Unless you are redoing Reservoir Dogs or Men in Black never wear a black suit unless it's at a funeral.

#askavengernexttime

 

[I'm a loser baby...]

One massive fashion faux pas. Unless you are redoing Reservoir Dogs or Men in Black never wear a black suit unless it's at a funeral.

#askavengernexttime

It's no longer clowns to the left, jokers to the right at Parra. I think we can let the black suit slide.