Current Sponsorships at The Principal
National
- Inc. 500 27th Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony—Sept. 18-20, 2008
For more than 25 years, Inc. magazine has celebrated the remarkable achievements of today's entrepreneurial superstars- the men and women leading the fastest growing, privately held companies in America. For several years, The Principal has participated in the conference to support growing businesses and gain insight on the issues and topics that are important to them. - The Principal® Women in Business Program
Women business owners are one of the fastest-growing segments in the U.S. But, it's one of the most under served. The Principal has a program specifically designed for women business owners that includes supporting several organizations that serve women business owners. We also offer monthly teleclasses on topics that help women reach their personal, business and financial goals. Visit The Principal® Women in Business Program site. - NASCAR
The Principal Financial Group® is proud to be the official financial and retirement services sponsor of Dale Earnhardt, Inc. The relationship with Dale Earnhardt, Inc. will include a two-race primary sponsorship of the No. 01 Principal Financial Group Chevrolet driven by rookie Regan Smith, and a one-race primary sponsorship of the No. 8 Principal Financial Group Chevrolet driven by veteran Mark Martin during the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season. Visit our NASCAR Racing site. - The Principal Financial Group® Family Fun Fest—Through 2009
The Principal Financial Group® Family Fun Fest is a touring event that travels to minor league baseball parks throughout the summer. The event includes more than 20 midway-style attractions and activities that are free to the public. In 2008, the touring event will visit major league spring training games in Florida, and more than 40 minor league ballparks across the country. Visit The Principal Financial Group Family Fun Fest site. - The Principal Financial Group® Civic Development Grant Program with National Garden Clubs, Inc.—Through 2009
The Principal Financial Group® Civic Development Grant Program is a project of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. under the sponsorship of the Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. Many projects have been sponsored since the start of the program, including plantings at libraries, schools, museums, parks, roadways, historic sites and more. The focus of the current phase of the program is “Let's Go Native,” supporting civic projects using local native plantings. Visit the The Principal Financial Group Civic Development Grant Program site. - Disability Insurance Awareness Month—May
The Principal® is joining forces with the Life and Health Insurance Foundation (LIFE Foundation) to promote disability insurance. During the month-long awareness campaign, The Principal educates consumers about the importance of disability insurance and encourages them to evaluate their income protection needs. Visit the Disability Insurance Awareness Month page. - Life Insurance Awareness Month—September
Life Insurance Awareness month, sponsored by the Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE) and held annually in September, builds consumer awareness of the benefits of life insurance. Each September, The Principal® joins other life insurance companies to educate the general public about the importance and use of life insurance products. Visit the Life Insurance Awareness Month page. - National 401(k) Day—Sept. 5, 2008
As one of the nation's 401(k) leaders*, The Principal® is proud to partner with the Profit Sharing Council of America to sponsor a day that's devoted to celebrating the 401(k) plan and educating employers and employees about the importance of planning for retirement. Visit the National 401(k) Day page.
Central Iowa
- The Principal Charity Classic®—May 26 - June 1, 2008
The Principal Charity Classic®, held in West Des Moines, Iowa, is a PGA Champions Tour pro golf tournament, including nearly 80 golfers. During the event, which is the only professional golf tour stop in Iowa, golfers compete for a purse of $1.725 million at Glen Oaks Country Club,. Event monies raised benefit a group of five select charities that support Iowa's children. Visit The Principal Charity Classic site. - The Principal Riverwalk
Many wonderful projects currently are underway to revitalize downtown Des Moines - aimed at strengthening the heart of the city in order to enhance the vitality of our entire community. The Principal Riverwalk will connect and unify all of that development. Connecting the east and west sides of downtown Des Moines through a series of lighted and landscaped walking paths and bridges, The Principal Riverwalk will tie together numerous amenities that line the river's banks. Visit the Principal Riverwalk site. - Des Moines Arts Festival—June 27-29, 2008
In just 10 years, the Des Moines Arts Festival has taken Des Moines by storm. With more than 200,000 attendees annually, the festival is a signature art and culture event in Iowa. The Principal has a rich history in supporting the arts, and we're proud to sponsor the Des Moines Arts Festival—an event that reaches people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds to embrace the arts. Visit the Des Moines Arts Festival site. - Jordan Creek Town Center Strategic Partner —Through July 2009
As one of Jordan Creek Town Center's Strategic Partners, The Principal and its member companies have a brand presence in a location that attracts nearly 16 million shoppers a year. We also have opportunities to participate in localized community events that impact the lives of our employees and customers. - Principal Park Naming Rights Sponsor—Through 2017
The Principal is proud to be the naming rights sponsor of the Iowa Cubs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Located at one end of The Principal Riverwalk, Principal Park anchors the area. Our financial involvement allows us to help the Iowa Cubs complete stadium updates and renovations to make the stadium even more fan friendly, attractive and accessible.
*The Principal ranks number one in total plans for all asset sizes among fully bundled 401(k) providers-2006 Spectrem Group analysis of fully-bundled 401(k) providers (companies that provide both administrative and investment services).
