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 ValuationQuarter 1 (January - March):
- Click “Create Valuation”
- Set Valuation Date: March 31, 2025 (end of Q1)
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Enter Sales Data:
- Merchandise Revenue: Total Q1 merch sales
- Matchday Revenue: Q1 ticket sales
- Player Sales: Q1 transfer fees (if applicable)
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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
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Enter Brand Scores (1-10 scale):
- Popularity: Brand awareness
- CSR: Social responsibility perception
- Culture: Brand values alignment
- Loyalty: Fan/customer loyalty
- Review Total Attention Valuation (calculated automatically)
- Click “Save Valuation”
Repeat for Q2 and Q3:
- Q2 Valuation: June 30, 2025
- Q3 Valuation: September 30, 2025
Step 2: Compare Quarters in Reports
Navigate to Valuations → Reports-
Select multiple valuations from dropdown:
- ✅ Q1 2025 Valuation (March 31)
- ✅ Q2 2025 Valuation (June 30)
- ✅ Q3 2025 Valuation (September 30)
- 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
| Metric | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Valuation | 5.2M | 6.1M | 7.3M | +40% |
| Media Value | 2.8M | 3.5M | 4.2M | +50% |
| Social Impressions | 12M | 15M | 19M | +58% |
| Attendance | 85K | 92K | 98K | +15% |
Step 3: Generate AI-Powered Insights
Once the comparison report loads:- Scroll to AI Insights section (appears automatically if plugin enabled)
- 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”
- “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”
- “Consider leveraging Q3’s high social engagement for premium sponsor tier upsell”
- “Attendance decline in Q1 suggests opportunity for early-season ticket promotions”
Step 4: Export Professional Report
Export Options:Option A: PDF Export
- Click “Export as PDF” button (top right)
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PDF includes:
- All charts and visualizations
- Key metrics table
- AI insights (if enabled)
- Valiyou branding
- Download completes automatically
- Professional format ready to email
Option B: Custom Report in PowerPoint
- Click “Export Data as CSV”
- Download raw data
- Import into your branded PowerPoint template
- Add custom commentary and sponsor-specific notes
- Include Valiyou charts as screenshots
Option C: Live Dashboard (API)
- Pull data via API for real-time dashboards
- Build Power BI sponsor dashboard
- Share live dashboard link with sponsor
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
- 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”
- Walk through each chart
- Explain methodology (CPM, reach calculation)
- Compare to sponsor’s investment
- Share trend observations
- Discuss pattern analysis
- Review recommendations together
- 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:-
Template Valuations:
- After Q1, duplicate valuation structure
- Only update metrics each quarter
- Saves 20-30 minutes per valuation
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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)
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API Integration:
- Pull social media metrics automatically via API
- Connect Google Analytics for web data
- Automate report generation with Power BI scheduled refresh
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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
How do you calculate CPM rates?
How do you calculate CPM rates?
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
Why did valuation go down in Q2?
Why did valuation go down in Q2?
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
Can we compare to other sponsors?
Can we compare to other sponsors?
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.”
How does this relate to our sales goals?
How does this relate to our sales goals?
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:| Metric | Target | How 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 Time | Less than 2 weeks | Days from quarter-end to report sent |
Next Steps
Year-End Audit Report
Create comprehensive annual report for tax and audit purposes
Set Up API Integration
Automate report generation with Power BI for real-time dashboards
Upsell Packages
Use positive Q2-Q3 trends to propose tier upgrades
Configure AI Insights
Enable AI-powered trend detection for richer reports
Related Guides
- Close Your First Sponsorship - Initial deal workflow
- Year-End Valuation Audit - Comprehensive annual reporting
- API Power BI Integration - Automated dashboard creation
Need Help?
Contact Support
Email: support@valiyou.comOur team can help with report strategy, sponsor presentation tips, and CPM methodology questions.