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June 2021:
architectural showcase

​Ad Close: 4/29 | Ads Due: 5/6

Prestigious Exposure among the most innovative facilities in the industry.

Our 34th annual Architectural Showcase issue is your chance to align your brand with North America's best new capital improvement projects. The Showcase features the top new athletic and recreation facilities, submitted by leading architects and beautifully presented on the pages of this special issue.

​With special editorial coverage on fabric structures and green building, you don't want to miss out on ad space within the June Architectural Showcase issue of AB magazine. Plus, issue advertisers can take advantage of increased exposure in the free Building Systems / Shade Structures Product Spotlight!

You'll also enjoy the added benefit of bonus distribution at all major in-person shows in 2021.

Secure Your June Ad Space Today – Ad Close: 4/29
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DIANE EBNER
Media Director
​West Sales

[email protected]
(608) 729-4189
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CHARLI MUCHOW
Account Executive
East Sales

[email protected]
(608) 729-4216

coming this JUNE:

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Fabric Structures
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Product Spotlight:
Building Systems / Shade Structures
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Green Building
Plus, learn more about our Digital Focus on Lighting (exclusive sponsorship available)!

2021 Submitted Projects:

Trojan Fitness & Wellness Center
Ruth Donohoe First Dakota Fieldhouse
William Boyce Thompson Field House
Ty Tucker Tennis Center (The Ohio State University)
SoFi Stadium
Jacksonville State University Recreation and Fitness Center
Covelli Center
Panzer Lacrosse Stadium
Reynoldsburg Community Center YMCA
Walter C. Johnson Center for Health and Wellness
Colby College Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center
Lester Buresh Family Community Wellness Center
Larkspur Community Center
Thrive
​Sheridan YMCA Aquatic Center
Indoor Track & Field Facility at Gately Park
Dubuque Community School District Aquatic Center
Student Athlete Performance Center (Virginia Tech)
Nicholas Recreation Center
RecSports Fitness Centers (Carroll University)
FC Cincinnati Mercy Health Training Center
South Campus Recreation Facility (University of Mississippi)
Glenview Community Ice Center (Glenview Park District)
Pete Frates Center (Boston College)
Eastway Regional Recreation Center
University of Connecticut Student Recreation Center
A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life
City of Airway Heights Recreation Center
Gary and Barbara Rodkin Academic Success Center
Margot Connell Recreation Center (Boston College)
Lambert Field Improvements (Montana State University)
Potomac School, Center for Athletics and Community
Hidden Creek Community Center
UNC-Charlotte University Recreation Center
Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex  
John E. Alexander South Wood County YMCA
Johnstown Community YMCA
Singing Hills Recreation and Senior Center
Marc L. Burnett Student Recreation & Fitness Center
La Trobe University Sports Park & Stadium
  
Sherwood Community Centre
Cavan Monaghan Community Centre
Los Medanos College – Kinesiology & Athletic Complex
  

our comprehensive
approach to the entire market:

​At Athletic Business, our focus has always been on connecting athletics, fitness and recreation decision-makers to the products, services and information they need to run successful facilities. With this focus in mind, we dedicate significant resources to ensure our magazine, online and in-person channels offer timely and relevant editorial content that our high-quality audiences seek out and rely on. ​When you advertise with AB, you can be confident you’re partnering with a media company dedicated to your success.
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MAGAZINE solutions
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Your Trusted Media Partner to Reach Qualified Leads:

Check out our 2021 Media Kit and explore the ways Athletic Business can connect your brand to the key decision-makers in the athletics, fitness and recreation industries.
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Upcoming issues of ab:

LOCKER ROOMS
Ad Close: 6/1  |  Ads Due: 6/7

Product Spotlight: Locker Rooms & Laundry
Choosing Lockers by Sport | Branding & Graphics
Climbing Walls | Aquatics: Competition Pools | Track Surfaces

July Digital Focus: Outdoor Fitness
August Digital Focus: Locker Rooms


STADIUMS
Ad Close: 8/2  |  Ads Due: 8/6

Product Spotlight: Stadiums & Outdoor Surfaces
Synthetic Turf Systems | Aquatics Facility Renovation | Park Amenities
Collaborative Facility Design | Industry Survey: Fitness
​Bonus Distribution: NRPA and IHRSA
September Digital Focus: Stadiums & Outdoor Surfaces

FACILITIES OF MERIT® AWARD WINNERS
Ad Close: 8/30  |  Ads Due: 9/3

Product Spotlight: Weight Rooms & Strength Equipment
Weight Room Flooring | Aquatic Chemistry | Laundry
Facility Disinfection | AB Show Preview

October Digital Focus: Strength Training

AB SHOW
Ad Close: 9/27  |  Ads Due: 10/1

Product Spotlight: AB Show Exhibitors
Military Fitness | Sports Tournaments| Spectator Experience
Ice Rink Facilities | Industry Survey: College Athletics
​Bonus Distribution: AB Show and NADC
November Digital Focus: Military Fitness
December Digital Focus: Building Systems / Shade Structures

BONUS: AB SHOW GUIDE (special rate for Nov/Dec issue advertisers)

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  –Cihan Ozdemir, Project Engineer | DynaDome


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