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October Issue
Ad Close: 8/29  |  Ads Due: 9/5

the ultimate platform showcasing north america's best athletic facilities

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
Let's Get Started!

Also This October in Athletic Business:

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Product Spotlight: 
Weight Rooms & Strength
Purchasing Guide:
​Free Weights

Aquatics:
​High School Pools
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Climbing Walls
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Ice Arenas
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Rec Center Access Control
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AB Show Preview

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.

We're constantly raising the Bar to deliver you proven results.

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Top 10 Magazine of the Year, which recognizes the best in editorial, design and online achievement.
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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
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Valued athletic business customers

And the winners are...

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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:
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Emerald Hills
​Leisure Centre ​
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Penn State University Intramural Building, Phases 1 and 2 
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Louisiana State University,
​University Recreation Center (UREC)
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York Recreation Centre 
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Delbrook Community Recreation Centre
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Cooper Koo Family
​Cherry Street YMCA
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Stonehill College Sally Blair
​Ames Sports Complex
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Maryland Heights Community Recreation Center
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University of Guelph Gryphons Athletic Centre
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Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge

your product featured, for free.

Exclusive opportunity for October print advertisers of Athletic Business.
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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:
  • 1/3 page editorial coverage for the product of your choice
  • Call-out highlighting your ad in the October issue​

Want more product exposure?  
Upgrade your listing for $500 to include a digital reach that provides:
  • Product Spotlight email sent to our robust digital database
  • Inclusion in Athletic Business Today 
  • Posted on athleticbusiness.com
  • Social media​ post
Product Spotlight Deadline: August 8
​Ad Space Deadline: August 29
View The Product Spotlight Specs
"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!"

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Ashley Haberman  |  Marketing Manager  |  Matrix Fitness
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Valued athletic business customers

​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. 

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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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Athletic Business Total Audience Breakdown
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As of Q2 2018. Print breakdown only. Digital breakdown can be found at athleticbusiness.info/digitalaudience.

Marketing Blog:  
​Why Audience Engagement Is Key To Your Marketing Strategy

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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! 
Secure your 2018 exhibit space NOW!
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Data as of 12/4/17
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Data as of 8/30/17
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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
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Valued athletic business customers

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

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.
Let's Get Started
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CONTACT

22 E. Mifflin St., Suite 910
​Madison, WI 53703
​P: 608-249-0186
​E: sales@athleticbusiness.com

What Our Clients Are Saying

"In fact, the Athletic Business audience is so perfectly aligned with our target market that I was even meeting with a prospect when one of our Custom E-Mails through AB was delivered to his inbox and he said, ‘Wow! You guys are everywhere!’ That was a rewarding experience to see one of our advertisements in action."

  –Matt Riggs, Marketing Manager | Sporturf


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