Whether your goal is to generate brand awareness, increase web traffic or launch a new product, AB has the audience and marketing channels you need to be successful. With a highly trusted magazine, strong online and social media presence, and the largest comprehensive event in the industry, it's no wonder leading brands choose AB year after year to reach high-quality prospects.
Advertisers that purchase a half page or larger ad within AB magazine will take advantage of the Baxter Ad Research Survey. The issue will also feature special editorial coverage on sustainability, surfaces and specialty gyms (boutique, group cycling, climbing), you don't want to miss out on ad space within the May issue. Plus, issue advertisers can take advantage of increased exposure in the free Gymnasium & Indoor Surfaces Product Spotlight!
Advertisers that purchase a half page or larger ad within AB magazine will take advantage of the Baxter Ad Research Survey. The issue will also feature special editorial coverage on sustainability, surfaces and specialty gyms (boutique, group cycling, climbing), you don't want to miss out on ad space within the May issue. Plus, issue advertisers can take advantage of increased exposure in the free Gymnasium & Indoor Surfaces Product Spotlight!
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Upcoming issues of ab:
ARCHITECTURAL SHOWCASE
Ad Close: 5/1 | Ads Due: 5/7
Product Spotlight: Building Systems / Shade Structures
Building Systems / Enclosures
Bonus Distribution: All Major Shows
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY
& 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Ad Close: 6/1 | Ads Due: 6/5
Product Spotlight: Locker Rooms
Locker Rooms
STADIUMS
Ad Close: 7/30 | Ads Due: 8/6
Product Spotlight: Stadium & Outdoor Surfaces
Spotlight: NRPA Exhibitors
Fan Experience (scoreboards, seating, lighting) | Outdoor Rec
Bonus Distribution: NRPA
FACILITIES OF MERIT®
Ad Close: 9/1 | Ads Due: 9/8
Product Spotlight: Weight Rooms & Strength
Branding | Pools | AB Show Preview
AB SHOW ISSUE
Ad Close: 10/1 | Ads Due: 10/7
Product Spotlight: AB Show Exhibitors
Military Fitness & Rec | High School Facilities
Bonus Distribution: AB Show & NADC
Ad Close: 5/1 | Ads Due: 5/7
Product Spotlight: Building Systems / Shade Structures
Building Systems / Enclosures
Bonus Distribution: All Major Shows
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY
& 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Ad Close: 6/1 | Ads Due: 6/5
Product Spotlight: Locker Rooms
Locker Rooms
STADIUMS
Ad Close: 7/30 | Ads Due: 8/6
Product Spotlight: Stadium & Outdoor Surfaces
Spotlight: NRPA Exhibitors
Fan Experience (scoreboards, seating, lighting) | Outdoor Rec
Bonus Distribution: NRPA
FACILITIES OF MERIT®
Ad Close: 9/1 | Ads Due: 9/8
Product Spotlight: Weight Rooms & Strength
Branding | Pools | AB Show Preview
AB SHOW ISSUE
Ad Close: 10/1 | Ads Due: 10/7
Product Spotlight: AB Show Exhibitors
Military Fitness & Rec | High School Facilities
Bonus Distribution: AB Show & NADC



