Topic: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest (Read 2037 times)

Swede · « **on:** January 29, 2008, 10:46:36 AM »

Here's a topic that I found mentioned in Scott Rauber's Fish for Free recent newsletter - Conflicts of Interest and Sponsorship.

Conflicts of Interest - so what does that mean?

Without the help of the Fish for Free dictionary in front of me - a conflict of interest essentially means the promotion of two very similar or identical products made by two different manufacturers - in other words they are competitors in the market place. Who are you really promoting? - Company A or Company B?

When agreeing to a sponsorship - Company A expects your full and undivided promotional self while in the market place exposing potential customers to their products. When you begin promoting Company B's products that are very similar or identical to that of Company A - a conflict of interest is born.

Both Company A and Company B frown on this and usually request to know who else is sponsoring you before ever agreeing to any sponsorship arrangement of their own.

This was meant as a discussion opener - have you been in a position where a conflict of interest was an issue? What did you do and how did you handle?

OHbassaholic · « **Reply #1 on:** January 29, 2008, 02:32:13 PM »

I have actually turned down sponsorships that would have been "conflict of interest" issues. It just isn't something I want to deal with as it would tarnish my credibility both with other sponsors and the public. I choose carefully who I pro staff with and would never promote something I didn't believe in. I do have sponsors with multiple product lines where I had to let them know up front that I could not promote some of those lines due to "conflict of interest". It's never been a challenge because they know up front.

GotstaFish · « **Reply #2 on:** January 29, 2008, 03:16:58 PM »

Excellent topic Swede

We have been approached by many anglers looking for sponsorship who start out with "I love the chatterbait"

Swede · « **Reply #3 on:** January 29, 2008, 10:31:50 PM »

Quote from: GotstaFish on January 29, 2008, 03:16:58 PM

Excellent topic Swede We have been approached by many anglers looking for sponsorship who start out with "I love the chatterbait"

Oops! I think we could start a new topic with that one titled "Know Thy Product Line".

Swede · « **Reply #4 on:** January 29, 2008, 10:35:29 PM »

Quote from: OHbassaholic on January 29, 2008, 02:32:13 PM

I have actually turned down sponsorships that would have been "conflict of interest" issues. It just isn't something I want to deal with as it would tarnish my credibility both with other sponsors and the public. I choose carefully who I pro staff with and would never promote something I didn't believe in. I do have sponsors with multiple product lines where I had to let them know up front that I could not promote some of those lines due to "conflict of interest". It's never been a challenge because they know up front.

I have turned down sponsorships as well for very same reasons. Great advice OHbassaholic!!

BassBoss 10lbr · « **Reply #5 on:** January 30, 2008, 07:11:06 PM »

Hey Karl you never heard that from me.....lol I know what a vibra shock is and can't wait to get some vibra spins in my hands. These lures rock!
Don

BassBoss 10lbr · « **Reply #6 on:** January 30, 2008, 08:05:56 PM »

Sorry I forgot to add this when we got off subject.

When I am looking at companies that I would like sponsorship from I always take into consideration whether there might be a conflict. If that is a possibility then I do not go after those companies for sponsorship. When I take on the responsability of being sponsored I give my all to that or those companies in their respective fields. Everything we do is based on trust, honesty and integrity. So give your sponsors your all and see just how far you can go.
Don

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When agreeing to a sponsorship - Company A expects your full and undivided promotional self while in the market place exposing potential customers to their products. When you begin promoting Company B's products that are very similar or identical to that of Company A - a conflict of interest is born. Both Company A and Company B frown on this and usually request to know who else is sponsoring you before ever agreeing to any sponsorship arrangement of their own. This was meant as a discussion opener - have you been in a position where a conflict of interest was an issue? What did you do and how did you handle? Logged V&M and CYCLONE BAITS PARASITE WEIGHTS OHbassaholic P.O.W. = Prisoner of work. CM Community Diplomat Location: Ohio Offline Gender: Posts: 7,963 Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #1 on: January 29, 2008, 02:32:13 PM » I have actually turned down sponsorships that would have been "conflict of interest" issues. It just isn't something I want to deal with as it would tarnish my credibility both with other sponsors and the public. I choose carefully who I pro staff with and would never promote something I didn't believe in. I do have sponsors with multiple product lines where I had to let them know up front that I could not promote some of those lines due to "conflict of interest". It's never been a challenge because they know up front. Logged GotstaFish Charter Member Location: Clinton Iowa Offline Gender: Posts: 10,299 Mark 1:17 I will make you fishers of men Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #2 on: January 29, 2008, 03:16:58 PM » Excellent topic Swede We have been approached by many anglers looking for sponsorship who start out with "I love the chatterbait" Logged Karl@KaRuLures.com Swede Miracle Strip Bass Club Mod Moderator Location: Destin, Florida Online Gender: Posts: 12,509 Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #3 on: January 29, 2008, 10:31:50 PM » Quote from: GotstaFish on January 29, 2008, 03:16:58 PM Excellent topic Swede We have been approached by many anglers looking for sponsorship who start out with "I love the chatterbait" Oops! I think we could start a new topic with that one titled "Know Thy Product Line". Logged V&M and CYCLONE BAITS PARASITE WEIGHTS Swede Miracle Strip Bass Club Mod Moderator Location: Destin, Florida Online Gender: Posts: 12,509 Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #4 on: January 29, 2008, 10:35:29 PM » Quote from: OHbassaholic on January 29, 2008, 02:32:13 PM I have actually turned down sponsorships that would have been "conflict of interest" issues. It just isn't something I want to deal with as it would tarnish my credibility both with other sponsors and the public. I choose carefully who I pro staff with and would never promote something I didn't believe in. I do have sponsors with multiple product lines where I had to let them know up front that I could not promote some of those lines due to "conflict of interest". It's never been a challenge because they know up front. I have turned down sponsorships as well for very same reasons. Great advice OHbassaholic!! Logged V&M and CYCLONE BAITS PARASITE WEIGHTS BassBoss 10lbr Smallmouth Location: Tecumseh, Oklahoma Offline Gender: Posts: 58 Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #5 on: January 30, 2008, 07:11:06 PM » Hey Karl you never heard that from me.....lol I know what a vibra shock is and can't wait to get some vibra spins in my hands. These lures rock! Don Logged Preserve the sport, take a kid fishing! Give a man a fish you feed him for a day, teach a man to fish you feed him for a lifetime. BassBoss 10lbr Smallmouth Location: Tecumseh, Oklahoma Offline Gender: Posts: 58 Re: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest « Reply #6 on: January 30, 2008, 08:05:56 PM » Sorry I forgot to add this when we got off subject. When I am looking at companies that I would like sponsorship from I always take into consideration whether there might be a conflict. If that is a possibility then I do not go after those companies for sponsorship. When I take on the responsability of being sponsored I give my all to that or those companies in their respective fields. Everything we do is based on trust, honesty and integrity. So give your sponsors your all and see just how far you can go. Don Logged Preserve the sport, take a kid fishing! Give a man a fish you feed him for a day, teach a man to fish you feed him for a lifetime. Print Pages: [1] Go Up « previous next » Bass Fishing Forum > Sponsors, Reviews and How To's > Sponsor Connection > Sponsorship, Resumes and Reviews (Moderator: Swede) > Topic: Sponsorship and Conflicts of Interest	QUICK LINKS UB Home Main Forum Welcome Dock Talk Techniques Rods and Reels Tackle Box Catch of the Day UB Contests Tips and Ideas Sponsor Connection Fishing Reports Charter Members Only Bass Fishing Classified Ads Boats 4 Sale BECOME A CHARTER MEMBER SUPPORT UB

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