The Tour of Missouri Professional Cycling Event, as well as all of additional events complementing the race, would not be possible without the support of our corporate sponsors, event partners, and expo participants. Please take time to view information about these fine organizations and how they are involved in the 2008 Tour of Missouri.
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Missouri Farm Bureau family of companies also joins as a new sponsor at the gold level. A highlight of their sponsorship includes the Tour of Missouri Farm Bureau Community Spirit Award, which will be awarded on the final day in St. Louis to the host community that best displays enthusiasm and support of the race.
Edward Jones becomes a sponsor of the event for the second year, highlighted by its sponsorship of the prestigious Sprint Points jersey. The jersey will be emblazoned with the Edward Jones logo and include colors of the company. The company also will sponsor all general public information, dubbed “Making Sense of the Tour”.
Drury Hotels returns and has signed a two-year deal through 2009 as the official hotel for the Tour of Missouri. Drury will retain branding and tie ins to the daily-awarded Most Aggressive jersey, provided to the cyclist who most animates the race. Drury Hotels colors will be integrated into the design of the official jersey. They will also convert several outdoor billboards around the state in promotion of the event.
Emerson joins as a new sponsor and will be the presenting sponsor of Stage 4 from Lebanon to Rolla and enjoy a host of additional benefits, including prominent signage at each stage. Because the stage is on September 11, there will be a special ceremony honoring fallen soldiers.
The Missouri Partnership is a business-and government-supported sales and marketing organization designed to promote Missouri as a top destination for business investment and expand Missouri’s economy by recruiting new industry and jobs to the state. The creation of this organization ensures that Missouri remains highly competitive in the global race to win new capital investment. For further information, contact the Missouri Partnership at (877) 725-0949 or visit www.missouripartnership.com.
Wind Capital Group has quickly joined the ranks of leading wind energy developers in the United States. Wind Capital Group is uniquely situated in the Midwest and is poised for rapid growth in the global wind energy industry.
AVF Creations is a multimedia marketing firm specializing in creative web design and entertaining video production. AVF is the developer of the 2008 Tour of Missouri website, as well as providing streaming video and custom video production elements. AVF also developed the 2006, 2007, and 2008 USA Cycling Championships website, as well as the 2007 and 2008 Tour de Georgia. You can visit AVF on the web at www.AVFCreations.com.
Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP is proud to be a returning sponsor for the 2008 Tour of Missouri. Spencer Fane has entered its second century as one of the Midwest ’s premier law firms with offices in Kansas City, St. Louis, Overland Park and Omaha. Over 125 attorneys specialize in handling complex and challenging issues, bringing a common-sense, results-oriented approach both to business and litigation matters. At Spencer Fane our clients are our most valuable asset.
Vitrue is the provider of the "Tour Of Missouri Fan Zone", a social networking site designed to let fans share their videos and photos of the event online, including via cell phone upload. You can be a part of the race coverage by visiting www.tourofmissourifanzone.com
Missouri’s Electric Cooperatives are raising awareness on important energy issues facing our state and country. Through a national grassroots campaign, “Our Energy, Our Future,” co-op members and all consumers worried about rising energy costs can join a dialogue with the U.S. Congress. Ask your elected representatives to pursue realistic solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions while ensuring access to reliable, affordable electricity for future generations.
Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. (NYSE: DPS) is one of North America’s leading refreshment beverage companies, manufacturing, bottling and distributing more than 50 brands of carbonated soft drinks, juices, teas, mixers, waters and other premium beverages.
GERM-X® - THE OFFICIAL HAND SANITIZER OF THE TOUR OF MISSOURI 2008
When professional cycling returns to Missouri germs won’t be along for the ride as Germ-X becomes The Official Hand Sanitizer of the Tour of Missouri 2008. Hand sanitizers can be used anywhere and are an excellent option when soap and water are not available. Germ-X is the perfect choice for cycling fans lining the roadways as the Tour winds it’s way along the scenic 600 mile course from Kansas City to St. Louis.
The Missouri Partnership is a business-and government-supported sales and marketing organization designed to promote Missouri as a top destination for business investment and expand Missouri’s economy by recruiting new industry and jobs to the state. The creation of this organization ensures that Missouri remains highly competitive in the global race to win new capital investment. For further information, contact the Missouri Partnership at (877) 725-0949 or visit 
Wind Capital Group has quickly joined the ranks of leading wind energy developers in the United States. Wind Capital Group is uniquely situated in the Midwest and is poised for rapid growth in the global wind energy industry.
AVF Creations is a multimedia marketing firm specializing in creative web design and entertaining video production. AVF is the developer of the 2008 Tour of Missouri website, as well as providing streaming video and custom video production elements. AVF also developed the 2006, 2007, and 2008 USA Cycling Championships website, as well as the 2007 and 2008 Tour de Georgia. You can visit AVF on the web at 
