Marketing with the Chamber

The Bemidji Lakes Area Guide, often the consumers first introduction to Bemidji and the region. The Membership Directory, which is included in the guide, is a great resource that features a complete list of Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce members.

• Circulation of 42,000 copies available to incoming college freshman and used as a recruitment tool for Bemidji State University, Sanford Health and many other businesses. In fact, a primary piece in our relocation packets.
• Distribution: Tourist Information Center, Explore Minnesota, State Travel Centers, Realtors, Resorts and many of the lodging establishments in the region.
• With a long shelf life, it truly delivers the results you expect from your advertising dollar.
  • 1/16 page = $395
  • 1/8 page = $659
  • 1/4 page = $1,195
  • 1/2 page = $1,965
  • Full page = $3,400
  • Back Cover (3/4 page) = $3,990
  • Inside Front Cover = $4,500
  • Inside Back Cover = $4,500
• Your company Logo is included in the Membership Directory with the purchase of an ad. ($50 Value)

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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.  Very cost effective with 15,000 printed pieces.

• Listings are just $150

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Chamber Newsletter Inserts

A monthly newsletter sent to approximately 800 Chamber members that offers your business a chance to promote an upcoming event or sales event as a full page insert.

• Insert size is 8.5 x 11
• 800 copies delivered to Arrow Printing (by the 15th of the month prior to printed newsletter)
• 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 in advance
  • One sided single sheet insert (20-24# matte or glossy) = $125
  • Additional side on insert = $50
  • Each additional sheet = $90
  • Additional fee for cardstock = $45
• Non-profits receive a 25% discount unless they are promoting other community events

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Chamber Newsletter Ad

The Chamber sends out a monthly newsletter to approximately 800 recipients.

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

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Chamber Annual Report

November delivery with a list of programs and events carried out by the Chamber throughout the past year.

• Ad size 3.5 x 3.5  $300

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Business in the Spotlight

Feature your business in the Chamber's Newsletter and on the Chamber's Facebook page. The feature will be 1/4 page, with or without a logo, and will touch on key points like products or services offered, what makes your business successful, business niche, etc. (The Facebook Feature can include up to 4 submitted photos.)

• Investment = $125