the 2016 Advertising Rate Guide - The Greater Charlottetown Area

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the 2016 Advertising Rate Guide - The Greater Charlottetown Area
G R E AT E R
C H A R L O T T E T O W N
A R E A
C H A M B E R
O F
C O M M E R C E
Partnership & Participation Opportunities
….connecting business
The Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce provides targeted
business-to business advertising, sponsorship and participation opportunities
exclusive to Chamber members.
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S I G N AT U R E E V E N T S
President’s Annual Luncheon
The President’s Annual Luncheon features a well-known Canadian business leader as guest speaker and is well
attended by Chamber members, dignitaries, and other leaders from the community.
Corporate Challenge Golf Tournament
The Chamber’s Corporate Challenge Golf Tournament is a fun and informal way to network with other Chamber
members and business associates. Thirty-six teams participate in a Texas scramble, best ball format.
Speaker:
Date:
Tickets:
Stephen Poloz, Governor, Bank of Canada
May 19, 2015
$75; Table (8) $600
Date:
Team (4):
June 19, 2015
$775 ; Individual $210
Biz2Biz Expo
The Biz2Biz Expo is PEI’s BIGGEST business-to-business tradeshow and networking event!
The Expo provides members with the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a highly qualified
audience in a professional tradeshow setting.
Date:
October 22, 2015
Booth Registration: $495; Double Booth $990
President’s Excellence Awards
The President’s Excellence Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and entrepreneurship within the Chamber
membership. This prestigious dinner and awards ceremony recognizes business achievement in seven
categories including Excellence in Business, Emerging Business, and Workplace Excellence.
Date:
Tickets:
November 4, 2015
$150; Table (8) $1200
Date:
December 2, 2015
Complimentary Event
Twenty teams of four players enjoy a day filled with camaraderie and good times on the ice and off.
The event includes a rousing round of trivia between games, lunch, and an awards presentation.
Date:
Team (4):
March 2016
$300; Pair $150
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
NETWORKING
Business Builder Breakfasts, Luncheons and Seminars Business Builder Breakfasts,
Mixers The Chamber’s monthly Mixers provide business
President’s Annual Christmas Reception
Heralded as the kick-off to the season, the President’s Christmas reception is a holiday tradition on PEI.
Over 800 Chamber members and dignitaries mix, mingle and share in the festive spirit at this signature event.
Corporate Challenge Curling Bonspiel
Luncheons and Seminars are offered throughout the year and feature presentations from business and
government leaders on current topics of interest.
Lunch & Learn Sessions The Chamber hosts free Lunch & Learn sessions throughout the year.
Presenters include Chamber members with expertise in particular topic areas such as social media,
taxation, human resources, and marketing.
Bigwig Lunch Times (BLT) Presented by the Biz Under 40 Committee, Bigwig Lunch Times
feature the Island’s foremost entrepreneurs as speakers in an informal and interactive luncheon setting.
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networking opportunities for members and their guests.
Chamber members may also host a mixer or participate
as an exhibitor at a mixer tradeshow booth.
Exhibitor Booth: $125
Biz Under 40 “Biz Under 40” is a networking program
designed for young business professionals and entrepreneurs.
Events are held bi-monthly at a different host venue.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
PEI Connectors PEI Connectors Program assists newcomers to Prince Edward Island who are interested in starting,
buying or investing in business in PEI. PEI Connectors provides one-on-one counselling, networking, and training to support
newcomer’s integration into our Island business community.
“YES! – Young Entrepreneur Seats” Program - Supporting young entrepreneurs!
The “YES! – Young Entrepreneur Seats” Program provides sponsored tickets to Chamber events for student and young
business members. Young Entrepreneur Seats are available for the President’s Annual Luncheon, President’s Excellence
Awards, and at our Business Builder Breakfasts and Luncheons.
Island Advance…Igniting our Future! Island Advance is an initiative designed to advance the Island
economy by creating a supportive environment where entrepreneurs can flourish and success is celebrated.
Specific areas of focus include mentorship and increased access to capital.
SPONSORSHIP
The Chamber offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities
exclusively for members. Chamber staff will work with you
to connect your brand with the program or event that meets
your business objectives and your budget.
ADVERTISING
Reach a well qualified business audience by advertising with the Chamber.
Chamber Business Magazine This high quality quarterly publication highlights topics of interest to the local business community
as well as Chamber and member news. 1400 copies are distributed to Chamber members and other community and government leaders.
Readership is estimated at 2,250 based on a pass along readership rate of 1.5 per copy.
Magazine Advertising Rates:
PREMIUM PAGES
REGULAR PAGES
Ad Description
Ad Dimensions Ad Description
Ad Dimensions
Outside Back Cover $1375 7.75”w x 10.25”h Full Page (colour) $935 7.75”w x 10.25”h
Inside Front/Back $1125 7.75”w x 10.25”h 1/2 Page (colour) $550 7.75”w x 5”h
Front Cover Banner $840 7.75”w x 1.25”h
1/2 Page (b/w) $465 7.75”w x 5”h
Ad Description
1/4 Page (colour)
$425
1/4 Page (b/w)
$365
Business Card (colour) $210
Business Card (b/w) $120
Ad Dimensions
3.75”w x 5”h
3.75”w x 5”h
3.625”w x 1.875”h
3.625”w x 1.875”h
Annual contracts consisting of 4 issues will receive a complimentary flyer insert and a one-month website ad to be used during the contract
period. Design and printing are the responsibility of the advertiser.
Chamber Business Magazine Flyer Inserts Flyer inserts are an inexpensive way to promote a special offer or event to
Chamber members! Deliver 1400 copies of your flyer to the Chamber office by the artwork deadline.
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Flyer Insert: $350
Non-profit rate: $245 (30% discount)
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G R E A T E R
C H A R L O T T E T O W N
A R E A
C H A M B E R
O F
C O M M E R C E
ADVERTISING
Chamber Website
www.charlottetownchamber.com received 128,900 page visits in 2014 with 20,000 visits to the on-line membership directory.
The site provides up-to-date business and Chamber information for members and the general public.
WEBSITE RATES
Ad Description
Right Hand Side
Bottom Banner
1 Month
$150
$100
3 Months
$395
$260
Ad Dimensions
300 pixels w x 250 pixels h @72 ppi
728 pixels w x 207 pixels h @72 ppi
Maximum file size: 40 k. Accepted file formats: gif, jpeg, png.
Enhanced Membership Directory Listing
All Chamber members receive a complimentary directory listing at www.charlottetownchamber.com which includes your company’s contact information
(name, address, phone number, website, company representatives and business classification) and a 75-word business description.
Enhanced listing includes standard listing PLUS:
- 200 word business description
- Category priority placement
- Company logo
- Photo gallery with up to 8 photos
- One YouTube video
- Map link
- Highlight section with up to 5 bullets
Members can update their enhanced listing regularly with the easy-to-use ChamberMasters Database system.
Enhanced Listing Annual Fee: $50
Chamber E-news & E-issues
The Chamber’s e-newsletters are ranked # 1 by members as their choice to keep up to date with Chamber’s advocacy efforts, information,
upcoming events, and members’ news. Bi-weekly e-news and monthly e-issues are distributed to 1700 subscribers and over 4800 social media users.
E-Newsletter Rates
E-News (26 issues) and E-Issues (12 issues)
Ad Description
Top Ad Position
Middle Ad Position
Bottom Ad Position
1 Ad
$175
$159
$149
12 Ads
$995
n/a
n/a
26 Ads
$1995
n/a
n/a
Ad Dimensions
180 pixels w x 320 pixels h @ 72 ppi
180 pixels w x 320 pixels h @ 72 ppi
180 pixels w x 320 pixels h @ 72 ppi
Maximize your business-to-business advertising investment.
Chamber staff will work with you to design a marketing program to meet your specific goals.
Contact the Chamber at (902) 628-2000 or e-mail chamber@charlottetownchamber.com
*Prices quoted do not include HST
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