Marketing with the Chamber

Marketing & Sponsorship Opportunities:

Packages

Members can plan the entire calendar year with an investment in one of several marketing packages. Click here for a downloadable copy.

Or select one of the following marketing opportunities available only to Chamber members.

Publications

Bemidji Lakes Area Guide and Membership Directory

The Bemidji Lakes Area Guide is a great resource to introduce yourself to those potential new customers. This guide is often the first introduction to Bemidji for that potential customer. The Membership Directory is a resource guide which features a complete list of members of the Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce, including address and phone number, categorized alphabetically and categorically.

42,000 copies in annual circulation in addition to online and interactive guide at www.bemidjilakesguide.com and www.bemidji.org
Provides information on lodging, shopping, attractions and amenities
Distributed to all incoming college freshman, used as a recuitment tool for BSU, the hospital, clinic as well as many other businesses. It also acts as the primary piece in our relocation packets
It is distributed via thousands of inquiries, i.e. Explore Minnesota, state travel centers, information center, BSU, realtors and many lodging establishments
Ideal for those who want to be seen by business persons and families relocating or visiting the area

Shopping & Attractions Guide

Convenient brochure and coupons for visitors and newcomers to the area. Features where to eat, shop and play while out and about. Great for those looking to attract tourists to their business.

Business card size $259

Chamber Newsletter Inserts

The Chamber sends out a monthly newsletter to over 750 recipients. This publication offers members a chance to advertise an upcoming event or general promotion as a full page insert.

Insert size is 8.5 x 11
800 copies delivered to the Chamber
All inserts need prior approval
Oversize and brochure inserts are not allowed
Insert information must pertain to your business
Deadline is noon on the 15th of each month
Businesses must reserve a space by calling the Chamber to request in advance

Prices:

One sided single sheet (20-24# matte or glossy) $125
Additional side on insert $50
Each additional sheet $75
Additional for card stock $35
Non-profits receive 25% discount unless they are promoting other community events

Chamber Newsletter Ad

Place an ad in the Chamber Newsletter.

Ad size 2 x 2 $300 for a year (12 publications)

Chamber Annual Report

The Chamber Annual Report (circ. 800) is distributed in November as a snap shot of programs and events carried out by the Chamber.

Ad size 3.5 x 3.5 $300

Business in the Spotlight

Feature your business in the Chamber's Newsletter and on the Chamber's Facebook page.

1/4 page with or without business logo $125
Business to submit a few key points for your business such as:
Number of years in business, Main product and/or service provided, Number of employees, Location, Business niche, What makes your business successful, What you enjoy the most about your Chamber Membership
Selections will be made on a first come basis
Facebook will also include up to 4 submitted photos of business, employees and/or products

Website Marketing on www.bemidji.org

Upgraded Business Directory listing

All business members receive an accessible mini-webpage as a benefit of membership. As a marketing opportunity, members have the chance to spice up the look of their page by adding pictures, color logo, expanded description and keywords along with receiving priority category listing.

Add up to 8 color photos and business logo
Detailed business description-including 240 word description. 30 words on search page, plus 5 additional bullet points
20 "Key Words"
Priority on search listings
Map link from Google or MapQuest
Unlimited business categories

$250 investment per year

Banner Ads

Banner ads are also available to those businesses wishing to drive more traffic to their business site from the Chamber site www.bemidji.org

Home page 234 x 60px $325/year
Business Directory 120 x 60px $325/year
Calendar page 120 x 60px $325/year
Visitor pages 120 x 60px $175/year
Community pages 120 x 60px $175/year

E-Blasts

Member Vision and Voice

Exclusively for Chamber Members, this mass email is available for advertisement placement and is sent out to over 750 people.

Sent out the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month
Maximum of six (6) businesses in each e-blast
Logo cannot exceed 200 x 70
Deadline Monday prior to send date
Event/copy advertisement must be applicable to business mission
$35 per promotion, paid in advance

Events

Community

Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival

The Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival features two days of fun for the entire family. After all, it's not just about Dragon Boat racing! It's also about the camaraderie of family and friends. Festival activities will include great food, music, kid's activities, a parade of teams, and much more all along the shores of beautiful Lake bemidji

Major Sponsor $2,500

Logo or name in all brochures if we receive commitment
Logo or name in 25% of all redio, television and newspaper ads
PA mentions during event
All sponsors will be included on our Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival sponsorship banners
Complimentary registration for one team ($750 value)
First right of refusal on 2012 major sponsorship

As a major sponsor, your business will receive mention throughout the year as the event is promoted and of course, on site the weekend of the festival.

Brrrmidji Polar Daze/Taste of Northern Minnesota

Forget the temperatures and shake the winter blues during Brrrmidji Polar Daze. The week of events celebrates the culture of winter fun. You can start your weekend with the 5K Polar Challenge Run/Walk, jump in the lake with the Brrrmidji Plunge, warm up with a Cornhole Tournament, and more!

You can continue your week by enjoying the Taste of Northern Minnesota, sampling the finest foods from over 25 local exhibitors. (Events are all subject to change.)

Your purchase of a sponsorship will promote your business organization primarily at the Taste of Northern Minnesota event.

Sponsorships are available for $500 each and include:

Logo on promotional posters distributed throughout the community
Logo in print advertising for Polar Daze
Business name on promotional materials at the Taste of Northern Minnesota
4 Tickets to the Taste of Northern Minnesota, held at the George W. Neilson Convention Center at the Sanford Center
Logo on E-Blasts
1 banner ad placement on Chamber's website for six months (created at sponsors expense)
P.A. mentions at the Taste of Northern Minnesota

Advocacy

Bemidji Day at the Capitol Reception Sponsor

Day long trip to S. Paul to lobby for a community, regional and state wide agenda
$275 non-exclusive
Sponsor credit on all literature for event, 400 impressions
Business sponsorship in Chamber Newsletter
Credit & Logo on table tents at reception

Grow Minnesota! Sponsorship

Grow Minnesota! is Minnesota's first purely private sector, statewide business retention and expansion program. Its primary goal is to strenghthen and grow Minnesota's economy.

12 month investment $500
Business sponsorship logo on Bemidji Chamber website Grow MN page
Business sponsorship in Grow MN articles in Chamber Report
Business sponsorship logo on all corrspondence
Be the exclusive business as Grow MN sponsor
Value $675