the ultimate platform showcasing north america's best athletic facilities
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This October, the pages of Athletic Business will be filled showcasing the winners of the 2018 Facilities of Merit Awards.
This special issue will recognize the ten best, most innovative athletic, fitness and recreation facilities in North America from dozens of submissions that will be featured in our June Architectural Showcase issue. Make sure your brand is highlighted with the "best of the best" as the industry explores the next level in innovation, design and architecture – all with the annual Facilities of Merit Awards and all with Athletic Business. |
Athletic Business reaches 40,000 qualified athletic, fitness and recreation professionals with each issue, 2 million+ annual website visitors and thousands of industry buyers at AB Show. These decision-makers look to us to find the latest and greatest innovations and trends sweeping the athletic, fitness and recreation industry. Let's chat on how we can help your brand reach the buyers and decision makers you're looking to target.
Secure Your Ad Space Today – Ad Close: 8/29
Also This October in Athletic Business:
Purchasing Guide:
Free Weights |
Aquatics:
High School Pools |
In every issue:
NEW! Purchasing Guide
An in-depth look into specific product categories to help facility operators with buying decisions. Product Spotlight Highlighting products aligned with each issue's designated topic. New & Improved Details on the latest products hitting the market. Forward Progress The scoop on new athletic, fitness and recreation facility projects. |
Design Details
Celebrating the architectural touches that elevate the very best facilities. The Owners Club Our health club column authored by successful club owners. Legal Action Our legal experts break down pertinent cases affecting today's facility leaders. Safety & Security Providing guidance to advance best practices in safety and security, in partnership with the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety & Security. |
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Preferred media partner of NIRSA, ensuring your message gets in front of the entire association.
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By being independently audited, we're proud to be transparent with our data (audit released Q4 2018).
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"Athletic Business always has an insightful perspective into the industry – both where it is at and where it's headed. We have a high level of respect for the contributions the magazine has made to the industry and depend on it to stay up-to-date on the latest products, trends and designs. I love that AB has an appreciation for good design and architecture in the athletics industry; it's refreshing."
James Braam | HOK
James Braam | HOK
And the winners are...
By advertising in the Facilities of Merit issue, your company will be featured among the best, most innovative athletic, fitness and recreation facilities of today to an engaged audience of 40,000 qualified print subscribers and tens of thousands of digital visitors looking for the newest trends, fresh ideas and next-generation equipment and services.
The 2018 Facilities of Merit Winners Are: |
your product featured, for free.
Exclusive opportunity for October print advertisers of Athletic Business.
Maximize your marketing ROI and build brand awareness by promoting your products and services to our engaged print and digital audience who look to Athletic Business for guidance on the best products the industry has to offer.
October advertisers receive the following at no charge:
Upgrade your listing for $500 to include a digital reach that provides:
Product Spotlight Deadline: August 8
Ad Space Deadline: August 29 |
"Advertising with Athletic Business has always been a key component of our marketing strategy to reach the many audiences we target. As we seek continued expansion of the Matrix brand into relevant channels, we rely on Athletic Business to increase and maintain our presence in the industry through the magazine, online and in-person at AB Show – and they haven't let us down!"
Ashley Haberman | Marketing Manager | Matrix Fitness
Ashley Haberman | Marketing Manager | Matrix Fitness
We are your gateway to the industry
In Print, Online and In-Person.
If your product or service belongs in an athletic, fitness or recreation facility, you belong in Athletic Business.
When it comes to high-impact marketing, we have the audience and print, digital and in-person marketing solutions you need to grow brand awareness, reach the entire market and improve your bottom line. Athletic Business connects you to the full spectrum of decision-makers in athletic, fitness and recreation facilities nationwide – no other media brand delivers the entire market like us.
When it comes to high-impact marketing, we have the audience and print, digital and in-person marketing solutions you need to grow brand awareness, reach the entire market and improve your bottom line. Athletic Business connects you to the full spectrum of decision-makers in athletic, fitness and recreation facilities nationwide – no other media brand delivers the entire market like us.
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Expo: Nov. 8-9, 2018 | Conference: Nov. 7-10, 2018 | New Orleans, Louisiana
AB Show 2018 is the largest trade show in the southeast for athletic, fitness, recreation and military decision-makers and is the ULTIMATE destination for those serious about the success of their programs, facilities and career.
Our attendee base of thousands represent 1,100+ capital improvement projects within Aquatic Facilities, Stadiums/Athletic Fields, Gyms/Field Houses and Fitness/Training Facilities from around the world – which means our attendees are ready to buy! |
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"The Athletic Business audience is perfectly aligned with our target market, so when we launched Combat Turf, our entire product launch was through AB. Not only did we have definite spikes in high-quality leads coming in as a result of advertising, we've also been able to expand our dealer network."
Matt Riggs | Marketing Manager | Sporturf
on the horizon:
November/December - Ad Close: 10/1
AB Show Issue
Product Spotlight: AB Show Exhibitors | Military Fitness | Practice Facilities
Football Stadiums | Emerging Industry Leaders
Digital Emphasis November: Military Fitness | Digital Emphasis December: Leadership
Bonus Distribution: AB Show, NFHS
AB Show Issue
Product Spotlight: AB Show Exhibitors | Military Fitness | Practice Facilities
Football Stadiums | Emerging Industry Leaders
Digital Emphasis November: Military Fitness | Digital Emphasis December: Leadership
Bonus Distribution: AB Show, NFHS
Ready to get started?
We are just as excited as you. Tell us a bit about you, or contact us directly, and we will be in touch.