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5Reasons to Advertise withSmall Business Monthly

{ }Advertising in Small Business Monthly says more about your company than just the words on the page or the banner on the computer screen – It says you understand the power of creating an unforgettable impression of your company long before the first handshake.

1. AccessIf you want a connection with St. Louis business, you have to be connected to SBM. 68% of SBM readers are business owners, and 91% of readers have the power to purchase a product or service.

2. Premium Demographics99% of area businesses have less than 100 employees. No other publication is targeted to this audience better than SBM.

3. Engaged ReadersReaders continue to tell us our digital products and magazine are great resources for the St. Louis area. SBM recently ranked 5th out of all business publications in the U.S. for readership loyalty, according to Media Audit, a media rating company.

4. Improve Your BrandMagazine advertising ranks as the No. 1 way to boost a company’s brand favorability, and 65% of purchase intent can be attributed to magazine advertising.

5. Regional CoverageSt. Louis area executives rely on SBM to deliver information to help their businesses grow and prosper.

Small Business Monthly delivers the most desirable and largest business audience in Missouri.

{ }Our audience is comprised of smart, educated, connected, affluent and influential leaders who rely on us for the intelligence they need to make their companies thrive.

Our Readers:91% have influence on purchasing products or services68% are business owners64% of readers keep the publication for more than one week, and 26.8% keep the edition more than one month

SMALL BUSINESSSmall Business Monthly is where the region’s most successful small businesses go for the most insightful look at relevant issues, trends and how-to examples. Our special focus sections are aimed at small business operators, and our cover stories typically showcase new ideas from small businesses.

After Reading SBM:71% introduced new ideas to their companies45% contacted an advertiser33% completely changed current business practices

MID-MARKETSt. Louis is home to many successful mid-market companies. Most of them were born and bred locally and many of them have had their stories of success featured in the pages of SBM or honored through one of our award programs.

Our Readers:32% of SBM readers’ firms have more than $1 million in revenue. The average in the U.S. is 4.5%

ENTERPRISEFor those leading the way and charging forward, SBM is the go-to source for St. Louis’s business leaders. SBM offers unparalleled reach into the top executives of some of the area’s fastest-growing companies.

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91% of Small Business Monthly readers make company buying decisions

WHAT OUR READERS BUYThe percentage of readers who make purchasing decisions for their companies in these areas:

Reader InvolvementSurround your advertising message with editorial content that keeps readers informed and engaged

Total readership .......................................................................................................... 40,000Keep issue more than one week .................................................................................... 64%Keep issue for more than one month .......................................................................... 26.8%

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{ }Editorial OverviewSmall Business Monthly gives readers the insights they need to make their companies thrive.

Board of DirectorsA question, submitted by readers, is answered by local experts.

Hiring SmartEach month AAIM Employers’ Association discusses the best interview questions to locate the best employees.

Ask The BankerEach month a banking issue on the minds of business owners is discussed.

High-Voltage Marketing and Marketing WorksA look at the latest marketing strategies and examples that are helping businesses grow their bottom lines.

Best ListEach month SBM readers vote on the Best Businesses in St. Louis. Those top companies are listed each month by category, everything from Best Accounting Firm to Best Law Firm.

Features and Cover StoriesRelevant and colorful, our cover stories focus on today’s most interesting business leaders and is-sues. Profiles delve into how owners, CEOs and other executives are successfully tackling the chal-lenges facing them professionally and, sometimes, personally. Our other features bring readers inside local companies for an intimate look at the cultures, leadership styles, strategies, people and market forces shaping St. Louis’ economy.

Time With The BossA Q & A with the area’s fastest growing business owners.

ColumnistsPublisher’s Letter-by Ron AmelnInsights, observations, commentary and perspective from Ron Ameln, publisher of SBM.

Legal Matters-by Sandberg Phoenix & VonGontard, P.C.A look at the many legal issues influencing business.

The Extraordinary Workplace- by Judy RyanA look at strategies, concepts and tools needed to create and enjoy your life and company and to create an extraordinary workplace culture.

Small Business Success-by Bill CollierA look at strategies and tactics to improve your bottom line results.

Value Proposition-by Dave DriscollTimely and insightful tips to help business owners build value in their businesses and to sell their most important asset.

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St. Louis Small Business Monthly 2016 Editorial Calendar

January “ Most Admired CEOs Space “ **Finding Capital Deadline: Best List: Patent Attorneys12/18/2015 Best List: Best In Quality

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February “ STL Small Business Lawyers Space “ **Marvelous Mentors Deadline: “ **Black History Month 01/22/2016 Best List: Best Customer Service

Best List: Best Wealth Managers Directory*: Get Smarter

March “ **Top Women Business Owners Space “ **Alumni Women Profiles (Advertorial) Deadline: Best List: Meeting Facilities02/19/2016 Best List: Best Credit Unions Directory*: Consultants

April “ **Top 100 St. Louisans To Know Space “ STL Companies To Know (Advertorial) Deadline: Best List: Chambers of Commerce03/25/2016 Best List: Best In Reliability

Directory*: Finding Capital

May “ Small Business Week Space “ Minority Opportunity Fair Deadline: “ Wonder Women 04/22/2016 Best List: Best Accounting Firms

Best List: Best Banks Directory*: Marketing/PR Firms

June “ **Business Hall of FameSpace “ Financing Your Business Deadline: “ 5-Star Wealth Managers 05/20/2016 Best List: Best Law Firms Best List: Best Non-Profit Organizations Directory: Personnel/HR Firms

Special Issue 2016-2017 Business Owners’ GuideMid-August **A Handy Year-Round ReferenceSpace In magazine format with glossy cover Deadline: Includes Best In Business Lists, financial08/01/2016 resources, directory of non-profit organizations and agencies.

July “ **Family Business Awards Space “ **Heroes In Business Deadline: “ Office Furnishings 06/24/2016 Best List: Best PR Firms Directory*: Technology

August “ **Minority-Owned Businesses Space “ Banking Deadline: “ STL Top Accountants 07/22/2016 Best List: Best Bankers Best List: Best Insurance Brokers Directory*: Accounting Firms September “ **Future 50 Awards Space Best List: Catering/Event FacilitiesDeadline: Best List: Insurance Agencies8/26/2016 Directory*: HR/Managing People October “ Banking Services Space “ Business Entertaining & Catering Deadline: “ Holiday Gifts-Oct., Nov. & Dec. 09/23/2016 “ **Small Business Executives

“ **St. Louis Business Expo “ Outstanding Health Care Best List: Best In Value

Best List: Best Interior Design Firms Directory*: Catering Firms

November “ **Winning Workplaces Space “ Top M&A Providers Deadline: “ Holiday Gifts 10/21/2016 “ Health Care Best List: Best Marketing Firms Directory*: Gift Giving

December “ Accounting & Taxes Space “ Top 30 Southern Ill. People To Know Deadline: “ Business Spotlights (Advertorial) 11/18/2016 “ Holiday Gifts

Best List: Best IT Firms

*Directory listing is $100/$150 with logo (which includes online directory at sbmon.com throughout 2016). **Section Sponsorship opportunities available

2016 Ad Rates & Specs

Color RatesPublished rate plus the following charges:Black and 1 color: $125 Black and 2 colors: $200Four colors: $350

PositionCovers and Special Positions Subject to AvailabilityBack Page: Published rate plus 15%. Center Spread/Requested Positions: Published rate plus 10%.

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Commissions:All rates are net; agency commissions to be added to these rates. Payment and Service Charges: • Display advertisers are required to pay in advance of issuance until their credit is approved. • Business-to-business advertisers are required to pay in advance of issuance. • A 1.5%-per-month charge (18% annual percentage rate) will be added for accounts 30 days past-due. Past due accounts will be subject to legal action.

Frequency Discounts: Advertising must be inserted within one year of first insertion to earn frequency discounts. To qualify for a 12-time rate, insertion must run in 12 consecutive issues. Frequency is determined by number of months of insertions.

Unfulfilled Contracts: Unfulfilled contracts or contracts cancelled by advertiser prior to completion will be short-rated at the lowest rate earned. Insertion orders may not be cancelled after the space deadline date. The space reservation deadline date varies from month to month from the 15th to the 21st of the month prior to publication date. Call for a complete list of deadline dates.

Order Errors: Oral agreements will not be binding on the publisher. Orders containing incorrect rate or conditions will be inserted and charged for in compliance with rates and conditions shown in this rate card. Such errors will be considered clerical only.

Liability for Payment: Publisher may hold advertiser and its agency jointly and severally liable for all sums due and payable to the publisher.

Issuance and Closing Dates: Published the first of each month. Space reservation date varies from month to month from the 15th to 21st of the month prior to publication date. Earlier deadlines may be required for special sections and projects. Call for a complete list of deadline dates for the next 12 months.

Publisher’s Approval: All advertising must be approved in advance by the publisher. Publisher may require the word “advertisement” to appear in any advertisement. Advertisers and their agencies will indemnify, defend and hold harmless the publisher from any claim and all loss, expense or liability arising out of the publication of any advertising copy.

Publisher Liability: The liability of the publisher for any error or omission or delay for which it may be held legally responsible shall in no event exceed the cost of the space paid for and occupied by such individual advertisement. Special section topics are subject to change.

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ListingsResource section-$300Business-to-Business - $75 (FREE with purchaseof display ad)

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April 2016 -- Top 100 St. Louisans To KnowTop 100 St. Louisans To Know To Succeed in Business11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., St. Charles Convention CenterSucceeding in business is a lot about who you know. A group of judges select the Top 100 St. Louisans to Know To Succeed In Business. SBM brings these outstanding individuals to this one event to mingle and share their stories and ides with other business owners. It is the “must attend” networking event of ides with other business owners. It is the “must attend” networking event of ides with other business owners. It is the “must attend” networthe year.

June 2016 -- Family Business AwardsCelebrate St. Louis’ Top Family Businesses7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m., FrontenacEach year SBM profiles the area’s top family-owned businesses. We bring these top family-owned firms together and honor them at this breakfast event.Sponsorship Cost: $1,000

August 2016 -- Future 50 AwardsCelebrate The Area’s Top Growing Businesses11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hilton Frontenac HotelCelebrating the top companies in St. Louis and the companies towatch in the future. We bring the winners together, as well as previous year alumni, for a lunch celebration.Sponsorship Cost: $2,000

October 2016 -- Best In Business LuncheonCelebrate St. Louis’ Top Businesses11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., St. Charles Convention CenterThrough our readers survey, 42 area businesses were chosen (in 14 categories) as the Best Businesses in St. Louis. Those businesses are honored at the luncheon.Sponsorship Cost: $2,000

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St. Louis Business Expo SponsorshipsThe LARGEST Business-to-Business Trade Show In Missouri

The St. Louis Business Expo, held once in March and in October, brings together the brightest business leaders from the most dynamic companies throughout the St. Louis Metro region.

The St. Louis Business Expo provides an environment for businesses to enhance their relationships, research the market for the leading products and services, and learn about the latest best business practices.

The Expo features more than 100 exhibitors, a day’s worth of workshops and seminars, a kickoff seminar, an awards luncheon, an afternoon net-working happy hour and a day’s full of businesses networking under one roof.

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Gold Sponsorship Benefits:-Logos on all promotional materials (online/print)-Logo on all email promotional newsletters-Booth in prime location-Logo on event ticket-Attendee contact information-Listing and logo on event program-Opportunity to present a seminar at the event-Three 1/4 page ads in SBM MagazineSponsorship Cost: $3,000

Silver Sponsor Benefits:-One 1/4 page ad in SBM Magazine-Listing and logo on event program-Exhibit booth-Logo on event ticketSponsorship Cost: $1,200

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