San Marcos Area Chamber Guide

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Community Matters, Inc.
Spring Hill Press
Official Community Guide Advertising Opportunity
San Marcos Area Chamber Guide Advertising Opportunity
Limited Premium Placements Available

Advertise in the Official San Marcos Area Chamber Guide

Put your business in a trusted Chamber publication used by residents, newcomers, visitors, and local decision-makers.

41,700+ Annual Impressions12-month distributionPrint + Digital Exposure
High VisibilityLong-term exposure in a useful local resource.
Targeted Local AudienceReach residents, visitors, members, and newcomers.
Trusted Chamber ConnectionAlign your business with an official Chamber publication.
Multiple Ad SizesChoose the placement and investment level that fit your goals.
12Months
San Marcos Area Chamber Guide cover
Official Chamber PublicationPrint distribution plus digital publication exposure.
Advertising starts at$645
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Advertising Options

Ad Options + Pricing

Choose the placement that best fits your visibility goals. Cover positions and other premium pages are limited and reserved as orders are received.

Available Advertising Placements

Dimensions shown are for the selected Digest Size publication format.
PlacementTypeInvestment
1/8 Page (Starting Price)
2.25″w x 1.75″h
Standard Print $645
1/4 Page Popular
2.25″w x 3.75″h OR 4.75″w x 1.75″h
Standard Print $880
1/2 Page Value
2.25″w x 7.75″h OR 4.75″w x 3.75″h
Standard Print $1,265
Full Page Impact
4.75″w x 7.75″h
Standard Print $1,815
Inside Front Cover
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,585
Page 1 (Facing IFC)
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,585
Full Page Prime
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,150
Page Next to Table of Contents
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,250
1/2 Page on Contents
2.25″w x 7.75″h OR 4.75″w x 3.75″h
Premium Print $1,595
Page Next to President’s Welcome
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,250
1 Page in Centerfold
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,150
Inside Back Cover
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $2,365
Back Cover
bleed: 5.625″w x 8.625″h • trim: 5.375″w x 8.375″h • live: 4.875″w x 7.875″h
Premium Print $5,345
Specific Placement Guarantee
Placement add-on; no dimensions
Standard Print $100

All placements are subject to availability. Your ad will appear in 10,000 printed copies distributed over 12 months.

Choose Your Ad
View Visual Ad Size GuideClick the + sign to compare horizontal, vertical, and full-page advertising options.
Visual Ad Size Guide

Compare Standard Advertising Sizes

Use this visual guide to compare relative ad sizes. The dimensions below are populated from the selected Digest Size pricing table.

Horizontal
2.25″w x 1.75″h

1/8 Page

2.25″w x 1.75″h

Compact visibility

Vertical
2.25″w x 3.75″h
Horizontal
4.75″w x 1.75″h

1/4 Page

2.25″w x 3.75″h OR 4.75″w x 1.75″h

Popular local presence

Vertical
2.25″w x 7.75″h
Horizontal
4.75″w x 3.75″h

1/2 Page

2.25″w x 7.75″h OR 4.75″w x 3.75″h

High-impact visibility

Vertical
4.75″w x 7.75″h

Full Page

4.75″w x 7.75″h

Maximum print impact

Premium Page PlacementsInside covers, pages beside signature Chamber content, centerfold positions, and the back cover provide elevated visibility.
Artwork SpecificationsFull-page premium rows include bleed, trim, and live-area dimensions. Confirm the exact placement before preparing final artwork.
Need Help Choosing?Community Matters, Inc. can help identify the size and position that best fit your visibility goals and budget.
Current Project Status

Ad Reservations Are Underway

Availability updates automatically as reservations are received.

Standard Print Space

22%
Reservations Underway

Premium Print Space

15%
Reservations Underway
Why This Publication Works

Long-Term Visibility in a Trusted Local Resource

The San Marcos Area Chamber Guide gives your business visibility in a useful Chamber-supported publication designed for residents, visitors, newcomers, members, and local decision-makers.

Estimated Annual Exposure
41,700+
Estimated Annual Print & Digital Impressions

Your business gains year-round exposure through both the printed Chamber Directory and its interactive digital version available online.

Estimate combines repeat exposure from distributed print directories with approximately 350 digital directory openings per month.

Distribution Period
12
Months

Sustained exposure in a publication that readers can keep and reference.

Official Publication
Chamber-Supported
Built-In Local Trust

Appear alongside useful information from San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber MembersVisitorsNew ResidentsLocal BusinessesCommunity Leaders
Page Michel headshot

“We are excited to partner with Community Matters, Inc. again for the production of our annual Business Directory & Community Guide. They always do a great job for us and they take good care of our members. Please consider advertising your business in this important publication as the Chamber uses this guide in many ways including reaching newcomers, visitors, and many locals.”

— Page Michel
President & CEO
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about reserving advertising space in the San Marcos Area Chamber Guide.

When will the new Directory or Guide be published?

The publication schedule is coordinated with San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce. Reserve early so your placement and artwork can be confirmed before production deadlines.

When should I reserve my ad space?

Reserve as soon as possible. Premium pages, cover positions, and larger ad sizes are limited and may be claimed early in the sales period.

What happens after I reserve my ad space?

Community Matters, Inc. will confirm your order, placement details, artwork requirements, and the next steps needed to prepare your advertisement.

Can I reserve now and send artwork later?

Yes. You may reserve available space first and provide final artwork by the production deadline communicated by the project team.

Do you offer ad design help?

Design assistance may be available. Contact Community Matters, Inc. to discuss artwork requirements and the materials needed to create an effective ad.

What do bleed, trim, and live-area dimensions mean?

Bleed extends artwork beyond the finished page edge, trim is the final cut size, and the live area keeps important text and logos safely inside the page. The project team will confirm the correct specification for your placement.

Who do I contact with questions?

Contact Community Matters, Inc. at info@communitymattersinc.com or 800-380-2450 for help selecting a placement.

Reserve Your Space

Ready to Put Your Business in Front of the Community?

Secure your placement in the official San Marcos Area Chamber Guide and keep your business visible through trusted print and digital exposure.

Premium placements are limited and availability changes as reservations are received.

Questions? Contact Us

Contact Community Matters, Inc., for help choosing the best advertising placement for your business.

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