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Create Quarterly Sponsor Performance Report

Demonstrate sponsorship ROI with data-driven quarterly reports that show value delivered to sponsors. This guide connects valuations, reports, and AI insights to create compelling sponsor performance reviews that justify renewals and upsells.
Time Required: 45-60 minutes per quarter Plan Required: Professional or Enterprise plan (AI Insights requires Professional+) Permissions Required: Valuations (Create/Edit), Reports (View), AI Insights plugin

Why Quarterly Reports Matter

Benefits:
  • 📈 Prove ROI: Show measurable value delivered vs. cost
  • 🤝 Build Trust: Transparent reporting strengthens relationships
  • 💰 Drive Renewals: Sponsors with regular reports renew at 3x higher rates
  • 📊 Identify Trends: Spot performance changes before sponsors ask
  • 🎯 Upsell Opportunities: Data-backed recommendations for additional investment

Report Creation Workflow


Step 1: Create Valuations for Each Quarter

Navigate to Valuations → Create Valuation

Quarter 1 (January - March):

  1. Click “Create Valuation”
  2. Set Valuation Date: March 31, 2025 (end of Q1)
  3. Enter Sales Data:
    • Merchandise Revenue: Total Q1 merch sales
    • Matchday Revenue: Q1 ticket sales
    • Player Sales: Q1 transfer fees (if applicable)
  4. Enter Media Metrics:
    • TV: Total broadcast minutes _ viewers _ screen size * CPM
    • Web TV: Streaming views * CPM
    • PR: Media coverage reach * CPM
    • Digital: Website/ad impressions * CPM
    • Social Media:
      • Followers count at Q1 end
      • Post impressions for Q1
      • Engagements (likes, shares, comments) for Q1
    • Attendance: Total Q1 match attendance
    • Hospitality: Q1 VIP guests
  5. Enter Brand Scores (1-10 scale):
    • Popularity: Brand awareness
    • CSR: Social responsibility perception
    • Culture: Brand values alignment
    • Loyalty: Fan/customer loyalty
  6. Review Total Attention Valuation (calculated automatically)
  7. Click “Save Valuation”

Repeat for Q2 and Q3:

  • Q2 Valuation: June 30, 2025
  • Q3 Valuation: September 30, 2025
Data Collection Tip: Set calendar reminders for the last week of each quarter to gather metrics from your analytics tools (Google Analytics, social media platforms, broadcast partners).
Related Documentation: Create Valuation Guide

Step 2: Compare Quarters in Reports

Navigate to Valuations → Reports
  1. Select multiple valuations from dropdown:
    • ✅ Q1 2025 Valuation (March 31)
    • ✅ Q2 2025 Valuation (June 30)
    • ✅ Q3 2025 Valuation (September 30)
  2. Click “Generate Comparison Report”

What You’ll See:

Charts and Visualizations:
  • Total Valuation Trend: Line chart showing growth/decline
  • Sales vs. Media Value: Stacked bar chart breakdown
  • Media Channel Performance: Individual channel trends
  • Brand Score Evolution: Radar chart of brand indicators
  • Reach Metrics: Total audience across all channels
Key Metrics Table:
MetricQ1Q2Q3Change
Total Valuation5.2M6.1M7.3M+40%
Media Value2.8M3.5M4.2M+50%
Social Impressions12M15M19M+58%
Attendance85K92K98K+15%
Related Documentation: Reports Guide

Step 3: Generate AI-Powered Insights

Plugin Required: AI Insights plugin must be enabled and configured. Setup Guide
Once the comparison report loads:
  1. Scroll to AI Insights section (appears automatically if plugin enabled)
  2. Wait 5-10 seconds for AI analysis to generate

AI Insights Will Show:

Trend Detection:
  • “Social media impressions grew 58% quarter-over-quarter, driven primarily by Instagram Reels performance”
  • “Attendance peaked in Q3 due to playoff season, contributing 15% increase in hospitality value”
Pattern Analysis:
  • “Media value growth outpaced sales value growth, indicating strong brand momentum”
  • “Brand loyalty score remained flat despite popularity increase, suggesting need for fan engagement initiatives”
Recommendations:
  • “Consider leveraging Q3’s high social engagement for premium sponsor tier upsell”
  • “Attendance decline in Q1 suggests opportunity for early-season ticket promotions”
AI Provider: Use GPT-4o or Claude 3.5 Sonnet for quarterly reports. Free options (Groq, Gemini) work well too. Provider Comparison

Step 4: Export Professional Report

Export Options:

Option A: PDF Export

  1. Click “Export as PDF” button (top right)
  2. PDF includes:
    • All charts and visualizations
    • Key metrics table
    • AI insights (if enabled)
    • Valiyou branding
  3. Download completes automatically
  4. Professional format ready to email

Option B: Custom Report in PowerPoint

  1. Click “Export Data as CSV”
  2. Download raw data
  3. Import into your branded PowerPoint template
  4. Add custom commentary and sponsor-specific notes
  5. Include Valiyou charts as screenshots

Option C: Live Dashboard (API)

  1. Pull data via API for real-time dashboards
  2. Build Power BI sponsor dashboard
  3. Share live dashboard link with sponsor
Related Documentation: API Integration Guide

Step 5: Present Report to Sponsor

Preparation:

Schedule Review Call:
  • Timing: 2 weeks after quarter end (allows data collection time)
  • Duration: 30-45 minutes
  • Attendees: Sponsor decision-maker + marketing lead
Pre-Send Report:
  • Email PDF 2-3 days before call
  • Include 1-paragraph executive summary
  • Highlight 2-3 key wins

Presentation Structure:

1. Executive Summary (5 min):
  • Overall valuation growth: “+40% YoY”
  • Top performing channels: “Social media +58%”
  • Key achievement: “19M impressions reached”
2. Detailed Metrics (15 min):
  • Walk through each chart
  • Explain methodology (CPM, reach calculation)
  • Compare to sponsor’s investment
3. AI Insights Discussion (10 min):
  • Share trend observations
  • Discuss pattern analysis
  • Review recommendations together
4. Next Quarter Planning (10 min):
  • Set goals for Q4
  • Discuss potential activations
  • Address any sponsor concerns
ROI Calculation: If sponsor paid €500K for annual package, and Q1-Q3 valuation is €7.3M, that’s 14.6x ROI. Use this in presentation: “Your €500K investment has generated €7.3M in equivalent media value over 3 quarters.”

Report Delivery Best Practices

Consistency

Send reports same week every quarter (e.g., 2nd week after quarter end). Builds expectation and trust.

Transparency

Show methodology. Explain how CPM rates are determined. Sponsors appreciate understanding calculations.

Context

Compare to industry benchmarks when possible. “Your social engagement is 3x industry average.”

Actionable

End with 2-3 recommendations for next quarter. Show you’re proactive partner, not just reporter.

Automation Tips

Save Time with Automation:
  1. Template Valuations:
    • After Q1, duplicate valuation structure
    • Only update metrics each quarter
    • Saves 20-30 minutes per valuation
  2. Scheduled Reminders:
    • Calendar event: “Collect Q2 Metrics” (last week of quarter)
    • Calendar event: “Generate Q2 Report” (week 1 of new quarter)
    • Calendar event: “Send Q2 Report to Sponsors” (week 2 of new quarter)
  3. API Integration:
    • Pull social media metrics automatically via API
    • Connect Google Analytics for web data
    • Automate report generation with Power BI scheduled refresh
  4. Email Templates:
    • Save quarterly report email template
    • Include standard intro, how to read report, next steps
    • Personalize sponsor name and 2-3 highlights

Common Questions from Sponsors

Answer: “We use industry-standard CPM rates from Nielsen Media Research and Standard Media Index, adjusted for your specific market and audience demographics. TV CPM is €30 (your market average), social media impressions are €5 per thousand, etc.”Related: Methods Documentation
Answer: “Q2 saw off-season with fewer matches, resulting in lower attendance and broadcast exposure. This is normal seasonality. We recommend leveraging Q3 playoff season for activation campaigns to maximize Q3 valuation.”Related: Use AI Insights to explain trends
Answer: “We can provide aggregated benchmarks (e.g., ‘Gold tier sponsors average 12M impressions’) but individual sponsor data is confidential. We can show your performance vs. your own historical data and industry standards.”
Answer: “The valuation shows brand exposure value. We can track sales impact separately with attribution codes, landing page analytics, or surveys. Many sponsors see 5-15% sales lift from sponsorship exposure.”

Success Metrics

Track Report Effectiveness:
MetricTargetHow to Measure
Sponsor Engagement>80%Sponsors attend review call or reply with feedback
Renewal Rate>90%Sponsors receiving quarterly reports vs. overall renewal rate
Upsell Conversion>25%Sponsors who upgrade tier after seeing Q2-Q3 growth
Report Delivery TimeLess than 2 weeksDays from quarter-end to report sent

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Email: support@valiyou.comOur team can help with report strategy, sponsor presentation tips, and CPM methodology questions.