Chamber Member Advertising Opportunities

New! Click the button to the left to learn about special Chamber Mail advertising opportunities for our Evergreen Chamber of Commerce members!

Opportunity #1 - The Chamber Monthly Newsletter

Once a month we email the Chamber’s newsletter directly to more than 1100 contacts and quarterly we post mail to 650+ members; we also give them to potential and new Chamber members and we display them for FREE in our Visitors Center.  

Advertising in our Monthly Newsletter is optimal for businesses for many reasons: 

1. Our members actually read the newsletter cover to cover and support our advertisers. 
2.  Provides focused advertisement to local area business owners. 
3. Your ad will not get lost in our pages.
4. Our monthly newsletters are available on the Chamber website for a one year period

Emailed Monthly Newsletter Rates (1100+ distribution)

• Business Card Advertisement (Size is 3 5/8”w x 2”h or 2”w x 3 5/8”h)
• $60                   One-time
• $150                 3 months (savings of $30)
• $300                 6 months (savings of $60)
• $600                 12 months (savings of $120)

• Half-page Advertisement (Size 7 ½”w x 5”h)
• $150                 One-time
• $450                3 months
• $900                 6 months
• $1500   12 months (Savings of $300)

Post-Mailed Quarterly Newsletter Rates (650+ distribution)

• Business Card Advertisement (Size is 3 5/8”w x 2”h or 2”w x 3 5/8”h)
• $50                   Each Mailing (up to 4 annually)

• Quarter-page Advertisement (Size 7 ½”w x 5”h)
• $75                   Each Mailing (up to 4 annually)

►►►BEST VALUE!  NEWLY REDUCED RATE►►► (Post-mailed Newsletter ONLY)

• Full-page rates (Size 7 ½” w x 10”h)

• $99                   Each Mailing (up to 4 annually)

Here is how it works: You provide 650 (8.5 x 11) copies of your piece to the Chamber by the 12th of the month. We send your information to all of our members in the monthly mailing. It’s as easy as that.  You bring the flyers and we do the mailing for you.

Opportunity #2 - Weekly email blast

Once per week we email all contacts (1100+) with the latest Chamber and community events.

• Business Card Side Block Advertisement (Size is 2.5”w x 2.5”h)
• $35             One-time

• Main Body Advertisement (Size 4.5w x 3.25h)
• $55             One-time

• Your Very Own Separate eBlast (Size 5w x 7h)
• SALE PRICE $150 for 2011 (regular price $250), Get noticed and stand out from our general weekly blast with your very own ad sent to our contact list.  You provide the ad and we blast it out! To avoid overwhelming our membership, these are limited to one per week, so sign up early!  These are available in varying quantities for free in upper membership tiers (Business and higher.)

Ads should be supplied electronically if possible as a PDF, TIF, PNG or JPG image by the 12th of the month. All ads must be camera ready. All ads must be paid in full prior to the monthly deadline of the 12th for the following month’s publication.

Opportunity #3 – “Members in the News” section of The Chamber Newsletters

You have a FREE monthly opportunity to share important news about your business through the “Members in the News” section of The Chamber Newsletter. Information is limited to 50 words; Logos only, no pictures please. You must submit your information and your high resolution logo by the 7th of each month. Please email this information to newsletter@evergreenchamber.org.

 

Opportunity #4 - Evergreen Chamber of Commerce Website

As you know, the web is the new phonebook!  Many of your potential customers will search for you using a computer or a smart phone.  We offer a searchable directory that includes all members. A basic Member Directory listing is Included with our Entrepreneur Membership. An active hotlink from our site to yours is available for and additional $49 annually but is included free of charge in all upper tiers (Business-Chairman’s Circle)  Your listing can feature your contact information, business summary, hours of operation, driving directions with an interactive map and customizable key words for search engine optimization (SEO).  Also available are photo/logo inclusions, submission of Hot Deals (special offers you create and submit to the site), your calendar events and reports on your hit/traffic statistics.  With a login and password, you can access your profile to make changes and updates to your account at any time!

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Opportunity #5 – Listing in Member Directory/Annual Chamber of Commerce Magazine and on Website

The Evergreen Chamber of Commerce produces an annual publication with the intent that residents and visitors will use it as a community resource guide. We are proud to highlight our Chamber business members and the services, merchandise and convenience they provide to our community. For those who want advanced marketing awareness, quality full color advertising space is available to our members.

Each year we print a minimum of 20,000 copies which are distributed to all current Chamber members and local households in addition to inclusion in our Visitor and Relocation Packets. The popular magazine is also distributed throughout the state at Colorado Welcome centers, including the Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau, Denver International Airport and around the National Scenic Byway, The Lariat Loop.  It is available free of charge throughout the year for individuals and businesses to use and distribute.

A copy of the Directory is available year-round on our website.  This is in addition to the searchable member directory referenced in Opportunity #4 above.

We have several ad campaigns throughout the year, including our Early Bird Rush where you can save $$ and select the best spots early!

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Only Business, Executive, Partner and Chairman’s Circle Members can receive additional category listings in the directory.

Opportunity #6 – REFFERALS via Visitor Information Center & Chamber Business Office

The secret is out!  Your Chamber is also the Official Evergreen Area Visitor Information Center.  Located on the first floor between the Little Bear and Icehouse Café, we display your flyers, rack cards, business cards, and event posters for visitors to access/  We also provide referrals by phone and to visitors stopping by. Let us know what you are doing and we will spread the word!

 

Opportunity #7 – Social Media Exposure and Participation

Your Chamber is active online through social media.  Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.  Feel free to post to our Wall and invite us to your events.  We have 1100+ friends who are active on our pages.  We have found Social Media to be the hottest way to get the word out on what is happening with our member businesses.

 

Opportunity # 8– Community Calendar

Our website is THE place to submit your calendar events to.  Visitors and members check here first to find out what is happening.  It is FREE for everyone and available to all.  We also repost events in our weekly eBlast with a quick link for event submissions.  Additionally, we will send out our events list to other local publications, saving you the time of entering your events to lists all around town. Your listing can feature category, time, location, fees, contacts and more.  You can also include a website, photos, gallery, and interactive maps.  Once active on the website, guests can view weather forecasts, set an email reminder, invite friends, print event summaries and add to their calendars.

 

Opportunity # 9– New Member Business Biography and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

When you join the Chamber, your Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be scheduled and you will be interviewed by staff.  Your biography and photo will be featured in our Newsletter and on our website in addition to in our Visitor Center Display Window.  We will also invite our membership and contact list to attend your Ribbon Cutting through our eblast, our online calendar and through our social media networks. This is your chance to introduce yourself and highlight the wonderful qualities of your business!

 

Opportunity # 10– Mailing of Brochures/Flyers in our Inquiry Packets

We get Visitor and Relocation requests via phone, email, our website, and from walk-ins for Evergreen and Chamber Member information.  For only $25 month, we will insert your pre-printed advertising material (you provide or pay for the copies) into our packets. 

 

Opportunity # 11– Featured Member Article

Tell the world about who you are and what you do!  Membership tiers Executive and higher receive a complimentary Feature Article (300-450 words plus photo) that will be placed in our eblast and on our website.  Put a face to your name and spread the word about your business, your employees, your specials, your goals, whatever suits your fancy!  Partner member feature articles receive designation as Member of the Month while Chairman’s Circle members are designated as CEO or company profiles in the annual directory.

 

Opportunity # 12– Cooperative Event and Advertising Opportunities

Throughout the year we will notify you of additional advertising opportunities available.  We get offers from community, state and national publications in addition to several non-profit organizations looking for Evergreen representation.  Rates are typically at a very reduced cost when multiple members participate. 

 

Opportunity # 13– Local Publication Discounts

Local Publishers such as The Canyon Courier, The Mountain Connection, Score Foothills/Quality Connection, JustAroundHere.com, and Echo Pages offer advertising discounts to our members. Offers vary so please contact a Chamber representative for more details.

 

Opportunity # 14– Event Sponsorship

The Chamber hosts and attends a variety of events during the year, including our Annual Business of the Year Gala, Honoree Celebration, Youth and Sports Expo, Evergreen Kickball Classic,  Harlem Ambassadors, Fall Featured-Fashion Show, Economic Forecast Luncheon, Multi-Chamber Mixers, Membership Breakfasts and Luncheons and more.  Prices vary depending on event. This is an extremely popular way to have your business stand out as a supporting member. Our Executive, Partner and Chairman’s Circle memberships include credits for event sponsorships. 

Some of our sponsorship opportunities include:

$100- Monthly Membership Breakfast (includes 4 minute presentation at meeting, a ¼ page ad in our newsletter, logo/ad in eblast before meeting, opportunity to place your materials on dining tables at meeting, signage at meeting)

$950- Membership Luncheons (includes complimentary banner, free active link ad on our homepage, introduction and recognition at Luncheon, 5 minute presentation during program, a 1/2 page ad in our newsletter, logo/ad in eblast before meeting, opportunity to place your materials on dining tables at meeting, signage at meeting)

$2500- Annual Business of the Year Gala Table, seats 8-10 (includes complimentary banner, free active link ad on our homepage, Introduction and recognition at Gala, 5 minute presentation during program, 1 full page ad in our newsletter, logo/ad in eblast before event, opportunity to place your materials on dining tables at registration, logo and mention in program)
(These are just a few opportunities. Please see Sponsorship Opportunities Handout for more details.)

Opportunity # 15– Business Mixers (Attend and Host)

This very popular monthly networking event is held at a variety of locations monthly.  Enjoy casual business networking and complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Be sure to bring your business cards as we offer door prize drawings and your giveaway items are always welcome!  Hosting a Mixer is a fantastic way to promote your business and educate the community about what you do.  These fill up fast, so be sure to let us know when you’d like be a host. (related document Business After Hours Agreement)

 

Opportunity # 16– Leads Groups

Whether you’re a small one-man shop or a corporate giant, one of the challenges facing all businesses is continually acquiring new clients or penetrating new markets for their goods and services. Member businesses of the Evergreen Area Chamber have a solution for said problems through the Chamber’s LEADs Groups. The groups are comprised of up to 30 Chamber member businesses who meet on a regular basis. The purpose of a LEADs Group is to continuously exchange referrals and to expand your business network. Membership in each group is limited to one person per business category, thus creating no competition for leads within any specific group.
Cost is $40 annually.  Partner and Chairman’s Circle Memberships receive one free membership per year.

 

Opportunity # 17– Mailing Labels, Weekly Referral List, and Member Contact Lists

Starting at just $40, you can receive visitor and member contact information to use for your own marketing purposes.  We collect the data, you use it to market to.

• $40                   One set of pre-printed mailing labels (membership only)
• $40/mo.            Weekly Inquiry Contact Info (we collect information from our website, phone calls                        and walk-ins and forward to you in an Excel spreadsheet) FREE for Business +                           membership categories
• $99                   Member Contact List (Excel format) FREE for Business + membership categories

Opportunity # 18– Market Your Business to Potential Employees with Job Postings

Save over typical publication costs by posting your jobs on our website, only $30 each until the job is filled!  We get regular calls and emails from potential employees looking for work in the Evergreen Area.  We also have many member businesses with job openings.  Let us help you connect! Get your position noticed on our website for less than the cost of one ad in a print publication! Free for Business + membership categories

 

Opportunity # 19– Customized Electronic Coupons

We can design an electronic coupon for you!  We will create your coupon to be featured in our newsletter (1 issue), eblast (2 issues) and on our website (1 month).  We will generate the QR code and layout and will give you a .jpg and PDF copy of your coupon for only $100! ONE FREE for Business + membership categories.

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Opportunity # 20– VOLUNTEER, GET INVOLVED!

The last and best way that you can promote your business is by getting involved.  When you volunteer for a committee, for event planning, and especially for helping staff in the office, people get to know who you are and what you do FAST!  As the saying goes, “Out of sight, Out of mind.”  If we don’t see you, hear from you or even know you, it is difficult to recommend you.  The personal touch goes a long way!  You get out what you put in when it comes to Chamber Membership.  There are many ways to become active and build the relationships that will sustain your business.

Now that you have 20 good ideas for marketing opportunities, the tough part is deciding where to begin!  Let us help you develop a marketing plan for the year to come.

Give us a call at 303-674-3412 to begin growing your business today.