Marketing Opportunities and Exposure

As a Chamber member, you'll have exclusive opportunities to promote your products and services through a variety of marketing venues.  All members automatically receive exposure in our annual membership directory, which has a distribution that reaches 3,000 key leaders and decision makers.  

New to our list of printed pieces is the beautiful  Images of the Pittsburgh Airport Area magazine, which is published on an annual basis.  Other choices abound, whether it's in our newsletter, BusinessLinks, or online through a variety of choices detailed below.  Last year the PAACC website gave out over 125,000 member referrals, and is well on its way to surpass that number in 2003!

Event sponsorships are a proven way to help create heightened awareness for your company.  You can find details by visiting our events calendar or sponsorship opportunities guide.

We invite you to take a moment to review the many choices available to your company that have been designed to help create awareness about YOU.   If you would like assistance in planning a marketing strategy for the upcoming year, please contact Michelle Kreutzer at [email protected] and she will be happy to help customize a plan that's right for you and your budget!

• Directory Listings
  As a Chamber member, you'll have exclusive opportunities to promote your products and services through a variety of marketing venues.  All members automatically receive exposure in our annual membership directory, which has a distribution that reaches 3,000 key leaders and decision makers.  Members receive a listing alphabetically and by category.  The Chamber's directory may be ordered on-line at the Info Store.

• Online Promotional Opportunities
  Last year the PAACC website gave out over 150,000 member referrals, and is well on its way to surpassing that number in 2003!  Take a look at the variety of affordable ways to get noticed online.
  
  Enhanced Listings
  Chamber members automatically receive exposure on the website with a listing in the member directory section, and a complimentary e-mail link.  With over 100,000 hits per month on the Chamber site, members now  have the opportunity to garner additional exposure by purchasing an enhanced listing package, which includes the following
          - a 50 word or less description about your business, products and services
          - URL link to member site
          - bold faced listing
          - boxed listing
          - color background (optional)
  Cost:  This special promotional package costs $100 per year (less than $9/month), payable in advance, and is an exclusive benefit to MEMBERS ONLY. 

  Map Quest Link
  Help your customers find their way to your business with a map quest link.
  Cost:  Available for an additional $50/year.  
  
  Featured Member 
  Members are able to achieve a greater level of exposure by taking advantage of Featured Member advertising.  Members are showcased on special  introductory pages placed in desirable areas that are frequently visited throughout the site, with a URL link directly back to the member's site. 
  Cost:  This is another "exclusive benefit" for MEMBERS ONLY at an introductory rate of  $250 for six months, payable in advance. 

URL Site Link
Help your  prospective customer learn more about you!  Get connected by linking  your web site to the Chamber's.
Cost:  $35 for 1 year

Homepage Billboard Sponsorships (Limit to 3)
Provide the Chamber with your banner ad and we�ll proudly display it on our home page as shown above. Banner should be 486 x 60 ppi, gif or jpg only, and should not exceed more 
than 14k file size.
Cost: $1,200 for 6 months; $2,000 for the year

Additional Billboard Sponsorships (Limited to 3 per Directory Page)
Provide the Chamber with your banner ad and we�ll showcase you on our most visited pages. Choose from our Home Page, Business  Directory page, Community Area Links, Transportation, and more!
Cost: $995.00 for six months; $1,500 for the year

Interested members may contact [email protected] about any of these web site opportunities.

• BusinessLinks
  The Chamber newsletter brings you information and updates on the latest issues, newest members, upcoming events, sponsorship and recognition opportunities, as well as photos to "look back" at the events. 
  
  Members may also insert flyers into our publication for distribution to close to 1,100. Inserts and ads must be reserved six weeks in advance of planned insertion date. For details, contact [email protected].  
  
  Click here to preview BusinessLinks online.
  
  
  
  

• Event Sponsorships
  Here's a proven opportunity to help you stand out in the crowd � sponsor a Chamber event! Take advantage of the variety of opportunities available throughout the year to spotlight your business in front of fellow Chamber members.  Click here to learn about various sponsorship opportunities.
  To secure a sponsorship or for more details, call the Chamber at 412-264-6270 or e-mail [email protected]
  
  

• IMAGES of the Pittsburgh Airport Area
  Published annually, this full color magazine will help prospective residents and those familiar to the area learn more about what to see and do, as well as gain interesting insights into local attractions and the rich history of area.

• Business EXPO
  Each year the chamber provides its members with an opportunity to display their products or services.   Business EXPO is the most prominent business to business display opportunity in the West Hills!  Table top and booth exhibits are always welcomed! 
  
  
  
• Business Awards & Recognition
  The Chamber sponsors several opportunities for awards and recognition throughout the year.  The Annual Business Awards Luncheon recognizes the Business of the Year, Business of the Year: Non-Profit, and Business Person of the Year.  Nominations are solicited from the membership.  Also recognized at this event is the Ambassador of the Year.  Ambassadors compete throughout the year by earning points for a variety of services and activities performed on behalf of the Chamber.
  
  At the Chamber's Annual Gala, the winner of the prestigious Jenny Award is announced.  The Jenny recognizes a member for their outstanding services and contributions to the Chamber.
  
  
• Pittsburgh Airport Chamber Community Map               
  The Chamber�s one-of-a-kind regional colored map focuses on the 28 communities surrounding the Pittsburgh International Airport. The newest interchanges in the area are also included on the map for your convenience. You�ll also find a special advertising section that showcases the products and services of our sponsors. Order on-line, or call the Chamber at 412-264-6270. Member discounts available.
  
  
  
• Mailing Lists/Labels
  Have exciting news that you�d personally like to announce? Upon request, you may purchase our entire mailing list (approx. 1100), sorted in zip code order. Discounted rate applies. Contact [email protected].
  
  
• CertifiChecks
  Here's a program designed to help keep dollars local while supporting fellow chamber members.  CertifiChecks encourage members to purchase services and products from other chamber businesses, who are listed on our CertifiChecks site.
  
  
• Chamber Display Racks
  Throughout the year, hundreds of people pass through the Chamber office.  Members are encouraged to display their product brochures and materials - free of charge - on the Chamber's Display Racks.

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