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P R O M O T I O N A L B O O K L E T

269 magazine is a regional publication communicating the distinctive brand that is southwest Michigan.

The primary geographic focus is the seven-county region that makes up southwest Michigan

Content is targeted to business and community professionals who want to make a difference in our communities

269 MAGAZINE tells the region’s positive success

stories surrounding business expansions,

entrepreneurship, leadership, philanthropy, and

quality of life. The magazine showcases how

these stories can and do affect the community

in which we live, work and thrive. Overall, our

pages illustrate why business, neighbors, and

community are dependent on each other for

sustaining positive growth.

Our hope is that readers of 269 MAGAZINE will

become active participants in the world around

them and join in our mission to make Southwest

Michigan the place to make a home, go to work,

and bring dreams to reality.

A M A G A Z I N E ?

We could give you dozens of reasons to love the magazine — for now, let’s keep things digestible

and start with six.

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P R O V I D E F R E S H C O N T E N T

D e l i v e r 3 6 0 o M a r k e t i n g

M o t i v a t e C o n s u m e r A c t i o n

Magazines are viewed as a trustworthy

media source.

Drive consumers to websites, increase brand favorability

and purchase intent.

Magazines are the #1 engagement

medium for readers.

Online editions are easily accessed

via web and mobile devices.

Reading demands full attention and 56% of

consumers take action after reading an ad.

M A K E P E O P L E P A Y A T T E N T I O N

Reach customers in a meaningful way.

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H O W D I D I G E T H E R E ?

I N T E R N S H I P I N S I G H T P R O D U C T I O N L i n e s

G R A D S O N T H E G R O U N D

Mapping out the unique journeys

of local leaders.

A peek into what the next generation is

doing in workplaces.

Noteworthy products being made right here

in Southwest Michigan.

Checking in with local alumni making an

impact in the community.

And so much more!

(269)Features

L e a d e r 2 L e a d e r

Insights from local leaders to unlock the potential of you and

your team.

T H E D E E P D I V E

An in-depth look into issues affecting

future decision-making and regional growth.

D E S I G N E R B L U E P R I N T

Inspiration from local creatives and designers.

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WHERE OUR SUBSCRIBERS WORK

30%Government

24%Retail

21% Industry

17% Business

8% Education

Associates Degree Or Above

OUR PEOPLE

WOMEN

MEN60%

40%

BETWEEN THE AGES of 24-65

Average HOUSEHOLD INCOME$71,859

65DISTRIBUTION BY THE NUMBERS

OUR IMPACT IS POSSIBLE DUE TO THE SUPPORT OF

UNIQUE Advertisers

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9,200AVERAGE READER

MAILING

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7,500DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION

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OUR REACH

CALHOUN

84%

17%

Branch5%

st. joseph8%

cass7%

berrien20%

KALAMAZOO34%

van buren9%

WITHIN THE SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN REGION

9%OTHER MICHIGAN

REGIONS

7%OTHER U.S.

STATES

154,751Copies of 269 magazine, spanning 14 issues and Three years.

There have been a total ofTO Date, 269 Magazine has HIGHLIGHTED the stories of

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN COMPANIES.

AND456LOCAL leaders,30656%

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