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Twodogs

16-01-2009, 01:59 PM

Just got a text asking if the new sponsor has been announced yet.

I'm not near a radio and I havent read the papers yet so has anyone else heard anything?

Sockeye Salmon

16-01-2009, 02:00 PM

Just got a text asking if the new sponsor has been announced yet.

I'm not near a radio and I havent read the papers yet so has anyone else heard anything?

Watch this space

Twodogs

16-01-2009, 02:01 PM

Watch this space

So will it be announced today?

Sockeye Salmon

16-01-2009, 02:02 PM

So will it be announced today?

Possibly, but I really don't know that much.

Twodogs

16-01-2009, 02:03 PM

Good-O then.

LostDoggy

16-01-2009, 04:10 PM

So a sponsership deal is either done or they are just doing the notty gritty stuff?

Bulldog4life

16-01-2009, 05:25 PM

Always thought if they had one that it would be announced to the faithful tomorrow. Looking good.:)

LostDoggy

16-01-2009, 06:11 PM

Cmon Sockeye spill the beans, you must know more than your letting on.

If you cant say who, can you say in your opinion if you think its a good deal?

LostDoggy

16-01-2009, 06:37 PM

Its my fault, my dad went training and one of trainers he knows said they would announce today. Not 100% sure on it. I texted twodogs and ss about it.

GVGjr

16-01-2009, 10:38 PM

You never know your luck in the big city but finding out tomorrow would be a bonus.

LostDoggy

16-01-2009, 11:38 PM

I have heard this from a few different sources and all of the stories has been compltely different. So I will beleive that we have a new sponsor when there is an acctual anouncement.

GetDimmaBack

17-01-2009, 12:35 AM

This is what we've been waiting for, folks!

Dogs land $1.5m sponsorship deal
Mark Stevens | January 17, 2009 12:00am

EXCLUSIVE: THE Western Bulldogs will today announce international company Mission Foods as their major sponsor. Although the Dogs remained tight-lipped last night, it is understood Mission has signed on for three years, with the possibility of an extension to five.

The deal with the world's largest supplier of tortilla products is worth $1.5 million a year.

Bulldogs chief executive Campbell Rose refused to buy into speculation, saying only that negotiations were ongoing.

The Herald Sun has learned that the Dogs have beaten two other clubs for Mission Foods' signature.

The news is a major body blow to Melbourne, which has also been courting Mission for several weeks.

The Demons, still without a replacement for Primus Telecom, recently delivered a major presentation to Mission at the MCG, hoping to woo the company.

It is understood Essendon was also keen to forge a partnership with Mission.

Melbourne and Richmond are now the only clubs still in the hunt for a major backer.

Mission, which is based in the US and Mexico, specialises in tortillas and tacos. It is embarking on a strong push to increase its profile and distribution reach in Australia.

The company, which started in 1949, has factories across the Americas, Britain, Holland, Italy and Asia. Its sales extend to the US, Canada, throughout Central America and into England, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. It has lucrative deals to provide wraps to fast food giants McDonald's and KFC worldwide.

The Bulldogs' six-year agreement with Lease Plan ended on December 31.

Mission coming on board is a major cause for celebration at Whitten Oval.

The club had been searching for a replacement sponsor for several months amid the fallout from the global economic crisis.

The Dogs will now have a fresh logo on their guernseys in time for the start of the NAB Cup next month.

Throughout the sponsorship search, the Dogs made it clear they would not be discounting their brand despite the economic environment.

"We've come too far and achieved too much to discount our assets," Bulldogs president David Smorgon told the Herald Sun last month.

Melbourne's five-year sponsorship deal with Primus wound up at the end of the season and the Demons had put a lot of energy into luring Mission.

The wooden spooner was yesterday coming to grips with Mission's decision to favour the Dogs.

Finding another sponsor is high on the list of responsibilities for chief executive Cameron Schwab.

Schwab told the Herald Sun this week the Demons were still confident of finding a backer and were looking long-term.

"I can't stand here and say it's not an issue, because clearly it is, but we are looking at it as a problem that is not insurmountable," Schwab said.

"Melbourne is about rebuilding on a long-term basis."

:) :) :) :)

Before I Die

17-01-2009, 12:50 AM

Thanks for the excellent news GDB, now we can all get some sleep. Looking forward to the East West day tomorrow.

Yankee Hotel Foxtrot

17-01-2009, 01:53 AM

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 07:37 AM

Great news for we fans, an even greater result for the club amid these financially difficult times.

Well Done Bulldogs on working hard to close a deal.

Out of interest, how does this deal compare financiallt to our previous deal with Leaseplan?

I don't believe that the 1.5M per year quoted in the article is 100% accurate but I'd guess that it is a far better outcome than Leaseplan. If it is 1.5M per year then that would easily surpass the deal with Leaseplan.

Bulldog Revolution

17-01-2009, 08:18 AM

Brilliant news if it is locked in

I'm certainly very excited for the season to come

Just read the article on Griff on the Bulldogs website and I've got visions of him outrunning McVeigh in the finals to kick a brilliant goal

Bumper Bulldogs

17-01-2009, 08:52 AM

This is the best news I heard all year.

I'm on board and now the swans can really call us the Mexicans.

Look forward to a few of the banners this year.

Yee Ha

Desipura

17-01-2009, 10:24 AM

[QUOTE=GetDimmaBack;68235]This is what we've been waiting for, folks!

Dogs land $1.5m sponsorship deal
Mark Stevens | January 17, 2009 12:00am

EXCLUSIVE: THE Western Bulldogs will today announce international company Mission Foods as their major sponsor. Although the Dogs remained tight-lipped last night, it is understood Mission has signed on for three years, with the possibility of an extension to five.

The deal with the world's largest supplier of tortilla products is worth $1.5 million a year.

Bulldogs chief executive Campbell Rose refused to buy into speculation, saying only that negotiations were ongoing.

The Herald Sun has learned that the Dogs have beaten two other clubs for Mission Foods' signature.

The news is a major body blow to Melbourne, which has also been courting Mission for several weeks.

The Demons, still without a replacement for Primus Telecom, recently delivered a major presentation to Mission at the MCG, hoping to woo the company.

It is understood Essendon was also keen to forge a partnership with Mission.

Melbourne and Richmond are now the only clubs still in the hunt for a major backer.

Mission, which is based in the US and Mexico, specialises in tortillas and tacos. It is embarking on a strong push to increase its profile and distribution reach in Australia.

The company, which started in 1949, has factories across the Americas, Britain, Holland, Italy and Asia. Its sales extend to the US, Canada, throughout Central America and into England, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. It has lucrative deals to provide wraps to fast food giants McDonald's and KFC worldwide.

The Bulldogs' six-year agreement with Lease Plan ended on December 31.

Mission coming on board is a major cause for celebration at Whitten Oval.

The club had been searching for a replacement sponsor for several months amid the fallout from the global economic crisis.

The Dogs will now have a fresh logo on their guernseys in time for the start of the NAB Cup next month.

Throughout the sponsorship search, the Dogs made it clear they would not be discounting their brand despite the economic environment.

"We've come too far and achieved too much to discount our assets," Bulldogs president David Smorgon told the Herald Sun last month.

Melbourne's five-year sponsorship deal with Primus wound up at the end of the season and the Demons had put a lot of energy into luring Mission.

The wooden spooner was yesterday coming to grips with Mission's decision to favour the Dogs.

Finding another sponsor is high on the list of responsibilities for chief executive Cameron Schwab.

Schwab told the Herald Sun this week the Demons were still confident of finding a backer and were looking long-term.

"I can't stand here and say it's not an issue, because clearly it is, but we are looking at it as a problem that is not insurmountable," Schwab said.

"Melbourne is about rebuilding on a long-term basis."

"Andere andere eeba eeba":D I might go buy some tacos for lunch to celebrate!
How long before we see the headline "Dogs on a mission". I don't expect Jerry to contribute to such a positive post.

Go_Dogs

17-01-2009, 11:36 AM

Great news, and very pleasing that we were seen as a more attractive package than some other clubs.

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 12:18 PM

There will be an official announcement at 12.30 at the Whitten Oval. 4.5M over 3 years is the talked about figure.

Mission Possible for the Bulldogs :D

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 12:25 PM

The best part of the story is we went up against the big hitters (essendon). All kudos must go the CEO and President. Those two just keep delivering for the club.

whythelongface

17-01-2009, 12:29 PM

Great news especially considering the current economic climate. It was starting to be a major concern that we had no major sponsor. Well done to all those involved in delivering a presentation that has enabled us to secure this financial support for the next 3-5 years.

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 01:55 PM

SEN will have Campbell Rose on just after 1pm. Tune in if you can.

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 02:18 PM

Ezybonds is off the website I just noticed so hopefully we can replace them soon too and help the bottom line there

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 02:21 PM

Rose was just on SEN.

The sponsor Mission Foods has been confirmed and we did beat three other sides for this signing. The deal is just under the 4.5M for 3 years.
Rose spoke glowingly about our new sponsor when introduced and then throughout the interview. He kept plugging the company and the products. It was a major sales pitch.
On Monday you will be able to buy their products from the major retailers.
Mission Foods saw us as the best fit for them.

When asked about financial crisis, Rose confirmed that it is a tough environment.
Rose wants to see all AFL clubs land good naming right sponsors. There are other companies still out there looking for an opportunity to sign with AFL clubs.

Obviously a lot of hard work went into this this but the result was outstanding.

The ELC is now the Mission Foods Elite Learning Centre

He was asked about the Telstra Dome deal and he thought the issue of Stadium economics was a major issue for the AFL and the clubs. He talked about the differences between the deals of a lot of clubs. Changes need to be made.

The Coon Dog

17-01-2009, 02:24 PM

The ELC is now the Mission Foods Elite Learning Centre

I think I'll just refer to it as Mission Control.

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 02:26 PM

I think I'll just refer to it as Mission Control.

Great name.

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 02:29 PM

Ezybonds is off the website I just noticed so hopefully we can replace them soon too and help the bottom line there

Leaseplan was removed a while back as well.

lemmon

17-01-2009, 02:58 PM

Another step to securing our future permanently in Melbourne, well done dogs!!!

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 03:01 PM

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc320/GVGjr/mission_logo.gif

mighty_west

17-01-2009, 03:32 PM

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc320/GVGjr/mission_logo.gif

Rocket uses a big cow bell to hoard in the players into a meeting room, maybe they can set up a real life version of this logo, so that Rocket can ding-a-ling-ling all day long!

Bumper Bulldogs

17-01-2009, 03:40 PM

Fantastic result for the club, Who would have thought 3 years ago we would be here with the playing group, Facilities, sponsors and the 2009 Premiership cup.

Go Dogs!

Hope Ross Oakleigh is listening

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 04:17 PM

http://westernbulldogs.com.au/tabid/4112/Default.aspx?newsid=71332

THE WESTERN Bulldogs are proud to announce the signing of Mission Foods as their new major partner for three years.

Mission Foods will be prominently carried throughout the club’s branding, in particular on-field apparel, while also bearing the naming rights of the 'Mission Elite Learning Centre' at Whitten Oval.

Western Bulldogs president David Smorgon OAM said, "We are extremely pleased to announce this ground breaking partnership with a leading worldwide manufacturer of flatbreads, Mexican and corn based products in the fast moving consumer goods category."

Mission Foods products will be distributed nationally and be available from all leading food retailers and independent supermarkets from Monday, January 19, 2009.

"Mission Foods have chosen to partner with the Western Bulldogs to spearhead their launch into the Australian market place for the Mission brand," said Smorgon.

This partnership, valued in the order of $4.5 million, will take both the Bulldogs and Mission brands nationally to consumers over the next three years.

"The Bulldogs 09 mission started today with this announcement of our partnership with Mission Foods," said Smorgon.

Established in 1949, Mission Foods is part of Mexican based group Gruma Corporation, with operations spanning Mexico, the USA, Central and South America, UK and now Australia.

Mission Foods are exclusively focused on the manufacture of flatbread and Mexican products and corn-based snacks with 60 years' experience manufacturing over a quarter of the world’s tortillas.

In addition to the Western Bulldogs partnership, Mission Foods will invest in a national TV, press and outdoor campaign launching the Mission brand and the related lines of products in February this year.

"The Western Bulldogs are a significant part of our campaign to establish the Mission brand in Australia. We are thrilled to have consummated our partnership and to be announcing it today" said an excited Mr Juan Gonzalez, president – CEO of Gruma Oceania.

For further information on Mission Foods products, click here

The Bulldogs Bite

17-01-2009, 04:42 PM

Sensational news!

How does it compare with our Leaseplan deal?

comrade

17-01-2009, 04:42 PM

"The Western Bulldogs are a significant part of our campaign to establish the Mission brand in Australia. We are thrilled to have consummated our partnership and to be announcing it today" said an excited Mr Juan Gonzalez, president – CEO of Gruma Oceania.

For further information on Mission Foods products, click here

Glad to know we're not cheap dates!

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 05:29 PM

Kudos to the team that put this together its good to know it's done and dusted.

hujsh

17-01-2009, 06:38 PM

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc320/GVGjr/mission_logo.gif

Wouldn't have anything to do with Taco Bell would they?

angelopetraglia

17-01-2009, 06:57 PM

Fantastic news!

Good to see we beat off some other clubs in the race too.

I remember last time we didn't have a sponsor and Mazda went with North Melbourne over us. Much has changed for the better since those days.

BulldogBelle

17-01-2009, 07:53 PM

Excellent news on the sponsorship, well done to the Dogs and to all those concerned in making it happen.

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 07:58 PM

GVGjr

17-01-2009, 08:06 PM

http://missionmenus.com/au/uploadedImages/Mission_Corporate/Mission-Signage.jpg

strebla

17-01-2009, 08:10 PM

The new uniform looks good :) You might say it looks like a million (and a half) dollars

http://mm.afl.com.au/Portals/0/images/AFL/AFL%20U-Z/Johnson_Mission_246a.jpg

Bulldogs captain Brad Johnson dons his club's new-look guernsey with Gruma Oceania president and CEO Juan Gonzalez

This from the Bulldogs site.

Now BJ is well known for his smile but that is the biggest i have seen for a while.
Well done to David and Cam your exellent work continues

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 08:17 PM

From this point onwards I will only buy mission tacos and tortillas.

alwaysadog

17-01-2009, 08:51 PM

What great news and it comes at a most auspicious time considering

1. That this is the 20 year anniversary of our triumph over the forces of economic rationalist thought which claimed we couldn't survive.

2. We have beaten clubs with supposedly much better corporate linkages to the deal

3. Three years ought to see the end of the worst of the shambles produced by free market absolutism

If you haven't signed up or you know others yet to do so, tell 'em the wagons rolling and they'd better get aboard. News of our recent success and likely future one is now attracting international attention. If companies want to launch on the Aussie market we are a hot property.

Throughandthrough

17-01-2009, 09:17 PM

do mission realise that jose Romero Has retired ?
But seriously fantastic news

azabob

17-01-2009, 11:04 PM

I think I'll just refer to it as Mission Control.

I had a chuckle when reading that, first thing that I thought of was Get Smart!! They will have to change their on hold message as it was still saying the "Lease Plan Western Bulldogs" as of yesterday.

LostDoggy

17-01-2009, 11:23 PM

So we beat off three competitors - Melbourne, Essendon and ?.

Great work all around to the marketing and sponsorship department and Cam and Smorgy.

Do you think being a North American company - no doubt with 'family values' that our squeaky clean image might have clinched the deal. Good to get some recognition if this is the case.

ledge

17-01-2009, 11:24 PM

Collingwood i believe.

alwaysadog

18-01-2009, 12:02 AM

Collingwood i believe.

The shambles now coached by Wallywood has also been mentioned in dispatches

GVGjr

18-01-2009, 12:04 AM

The shambles now coached by Wallywood has also been mentioned in dispatches

Yes apparently it was Melbourne, Richmond and Essendon.

craigsahibee

18-01-2009, 10:04 AM

I hope this new deal put us in the "Missionary" position? I Like being on top.

Bumper Bulldogs

18-01-2009, 11:16 AM

From this point onwards I will only buy mission tacos and tortillas.

Likewise, I'm writing to all the big supermarkets to ensure they are ranged, people power talks so we all need to get onto this quick and hold the supermarkets to account.

Brads smile looked a bit like a taco shell upside down!:p

The Pie Man

18-01-2009, 03:16 PM

Now BJ is well known for his smile but that is the biggest i have seen for a while.
Well done to David and Cam your exellent work continues

Too true - he looks good too, hoping for a big year from Brad and the club.

This announcement has really energised me (and everyone here) Seriously sh_t hot news, I'm stoked. 2 bonuses for me is that the logo's colors look good with our strip and I love Mexican food too! Wonder how quick it will be to get the training gear with the emblem through the middle out and available, I'll get amongst that. The quicker the playing group are photographed at training with the new sponsor (all respect to Leaseplan and thankyou for your support) prominent the better.

Carn Dogs

LostDoggy

19-01-2009, 09:28 AM

New gear I am lead to believe is available today.

ledge

19-01-2009, 10:42 AM

New gear I am lead to believe is available today.

Well to me that means they had this on the go, signed sealed and delivered quite a while ago now.

LostDoggy

19-01-2009, 11:08 AM

New gear I am lead to believe is available today.

Preorder is available today sorry people. They hope to have them in prior to the season commencing as they are printed OS. The guy at Bulldogs Central said they are hoping for early March.

LostDoggy

19-01-2009, 11:59 AM

This From our major partner's website:

http://missionmenus.com/au//News.aspx

Mission Foods is now a Major Partner of the Western Bulldogs

01-17-2009

It’s with great pleasure that I announce Mission Foods as the Bulldogs major partner for the next 3 years.

Established in 1949, Mission Foods, is one of the world’s leading flatbread and corn flour producers and is engaged primarily in the production, marketing, distribution and sale of tortillas, corn chips, wraps, flatbreads, corn and wheat flour.

Mission Foods has operations spanning in Mexico, the United States, Central and South America, UK, Asia and now Australia and exports to 90 countries worldwide.

With over 60 years of successful experience, Mission Foods manufactures over 25% of the world’s flatbreads and wraps demonstrating clear global leadership, making the company the world’s largest manufacturer in this category.

"As a world leader, we are pleased to have partnered with the Western Bulldogs who are clearly an innovative and leading football club in the national AFL competition," said Mr. Gonzalez, President - CEO Gruma Oceania.

Corporate Offices are in Mexico, US, UK, Central and South America, China, Malaysia and Australia and there are approximately 20,000 employees and 97 plants globally.

Mission Foods is privately owned by the Gonzalez family with 19% listed on the NY Stock Exchange and a 20% partnership with Archer Daniels Mills (ADM).

Mission Foods have recently completed the development of their state of the art Australian head office and manufacturing facility in Epping, Victoria, and as a result, the company is creating over 300 new jobs for the State of Victoria.

Mission is the retail brand launching into Australia in 2009.

Globally, Mission Foods is committed in each country it operates in to participate in community based projects.

An AFL partnership was chosen in recognition of the national strength of the AFL in the Australian community and the fact it forms a critical part of the Australian fabric and psyche. The Bulldogs are a part of this strength and for this reason we have chosen them to assist Mission Foods in launching our brand in this market place.

"The decision to partner with the Western Bulldogs was based on their 128 year history and strong community positioning. This, in addition to their solid on field performance, gives Mission Foods an outstanding platform to position our brand and to share in an exciting journey with this Club," said Mr Gonzalez.

Mission Foods is thrilled to partner with the Western Bulldogs and share in the journey to future success.

Throughandthrough

02-02-2010, 03:19 PM

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/6149/missionq.jpg (http://img17.imageshack.us/i/missionq.jpg/)

LostDoggy

03-02-2010, 12:37 AM

What was this from?

Throughandthrough

03-02-2010, 07:47 AM

Mortorsport Enews

Mantis

10-02-2010, 09:09 AM

Just noticed a little piece in the Herald Sun that reports that we have signed an extension of our sponsorship contract with Beacon Lighting. It was reported to be a 6-figure sum.

Personally I didn't even know they were a sponsor, but I guess I do now.

Good news.

edit: More news on this signing on the WB website, click here (http://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/season2009/news/newsarticle/tabid/4112/newsid/89358/default.aspx)

GVGjr

10-02-2010, 01:44 PM

LostDoggy

10-02-2010, 03:14 PM

LostDoggy

10-02-2010, 04:48 PM

Me neither. Funny that in relation to a sponsorship deal with a lighting company many supporters were in the dark!
Good one, I saw the light and brought something from Beacon because I knew they sponsored us.
I think it is on the club's website "Bulldog Freindly Business", for anyone who lives nearby, we get the movies at Village Sunshine for $10 instead of the usual $17, you can buy 2 tickets on one membership, great savings. I have read about some other good savings available, bhut have not used them yet. It 's a matter of remembering when your out to but something. Another one that I keep forgetting to utilize is we get discount at all the Werribee subways, by showing our memebership.

Twodogs

10-02-2010, 11:37 PM

Good one, I saw the light and brought something from Beacon because I knew they sponsored us.
I think it is on the club's website "Bulldog Freindly Business", for anyone who lives nearby, we get the movies at Village Sunshine for $10 instead of the usual $17, you can buy 2 tickets on one membership, great savings. I have read about some other good savings available, bhut have not used them yet. It 's a matter of remembering when your out to but something. Another one that I keep forgetting to utilize is we get discount at all the Werribee subways, by showing our memebership.

I work for YMCA Victoria. They gave us a card that gets us 10 a percent discount off any purchase at Savers.

There was dancing in the streets. Hats were thrown in the air. Strong men wept like childreen.

alwaysadog

11-02-2010, 06:49 PM

We rebuilt our Pergola last year and while we were at it renewed the outdoor & security lights, got quite a nice discount from Beacon, the club sponsors. I can't think who alerted us to the fact. But there's plenty of good copy about being in the spotlight, seeing the light and so on.

Mission must feel that they decided wisely in picking us, in spite of an Age journo who implied we acted improperly, as the promotion of their brand must have exceeded expectations and there's more to come.

It's such a change to be on the receiving end, but being realistic that's what success does and should that desert us so would the sponsors

GVGjr

11-02-2010, 06:58 PM

Mantis

11-02-2010, 08:02 PM

Has the whole Mission Foods sponsorship lost it's momentum though?
I'm not sure why but I just feel as though it needs another kick start.

It would be interesting to know how happy Mission are with the relationship at the minute. There were murmurs about last year that they felt they weren't getting enough bang for their buck hence the word 'mission' popping up interviews and press conferences.

Throughandthrough

11-02-2010, 08:16 PM

What is the Missionary position on this?

GVGjr

11-02-2010, 09:24 PM

It would be interesting to know how happy Mission are with the relationship at the minute. There were murmurs about last year that they felt they weren't getting enough bang for their buck hence the word 'mission' popping up interviews and press conferences.

Hopefully the club has a way of getting this back on the agenda. Whilst we don't want to hear "Mission Foods" being mentioned every 10 seconds like it was in one of Campbell Roses interviews :) we can hopefully lift their profile satisfactorily.

Dancin' Douggy

11-02-2010, 09:40 PM

What is the Missionary position on this?

I've always preferred players who can rotate through any position.

Hotdog60

16-02-2010, 08:59 PM

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/6149/missionq.jpg (http://img17.imageshack.us/i/missionq.jpg/)

I was at Bathurst on the weekend, here's a couple of shots of our sponsors car.:)

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb256/Diggydogxx/IMG_4286.jpg

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb256/Diggydogxx/IMG_4534.jpg

LostDoggy

16-02-2010, 11:40 PM

I didnt know about that village cinemas thing!! hehehe