Advertising Packages

1. Align your business with the most
reputable venues in the area and
reach thousands of brides
right before event planning begins.
event brochures
east coast: 650 Islington Street | Portsmouth, NH 03801 | p 603.610.0533 | f 603.610.0532 | hawthornpublications.com
west coast: P.O. Box 470055 | San Francisco, CA 94147 | p 415.931.6159 | f 415.931.8129

2. $55 billion will be sPent on weddings, social,
and corporate events this year. As a result, top wedding venues are polishing their marketing
approach with stunning brochures that capture this business. these venues are inviting strategic
event professionals to advertise their services in the second half of their brochure, ensuring that
clientele have access to planning resources every step of the way.
Cover photo © Erica Ferrone Photography
© www.lindsey-turner.com
© Allegro Photography
© amanda fales photography
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print brochure elegala.com
Your business will be featured in a stunning event Elegala.com positions your business in front of two
brochure that is distributed directly to individuals million engaged couples this year. Brides search
inquiring about events at the property. Brochures will for vendors by state and category. In addition, your
be mailed, distributed on site, and made available at business will be listed on the Web page that showcases
local bridal and networking shows. your partner venue.
ebrochure
An electronic brochure will extend the marketing reach
online. eBrochures will be e-mailed to prospects who
request information via e-mail or on the Web. eBrochure
benefits include:
• All Web and e-mail links are active, launching readers
straight to your Web site.
• An “event resources” link lists all advertisers and page
locations. Readers can jump directly to your ad at any point. click on any cover to view the eBrochure.
• Any page can be printed in clean, crisp format, allowing
*This advertising package is exclusively available to event
readers to keep resource info in binders or other professionals who are listed and approved by the venue.
planning kits. Other event professionals are not eligible to advertise.
east coast: 650 Islington Street | Portsmouth, NH 03801 | p 603.610.0533 | f 603.610.0532 | hawthornpublications.com
west coast: P.O. Box 470055 | San Francisco, CA 94147 | p 415.931.6159 | f 415.931.8129

3. rAte cArd
advertisement rates dimensions
1/8 page horizontal $525 3.877" W x 2.437" h
1/4 page vertical $875 3.877" W x 5.127" h
1/2 page vertical $1,175 3.877" W x 10.5" h
1/2 page horizontal $1,175 8" W x 5.127" h
Full page $1,675 8.75" W x 11.25" h (includes 1/8" bleed)
Full spread $2,575 17.25" W x 11.25" h (includes 1/8" bleed)
premium positions
Inside back cover $1,975
First advertisement page $1,975
Back cover $2,275
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$395 plus 10% off your print ad • Your spotlight will be linked in your category And
on this wedding venue’s feature page!
*Vendor Spotlight rates include one full year of enhanced exposure!
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east coast: 650 Islington Street | Portsmouth, NH 03801 | p 603.610.0533 | f 603.610.0532 | hawthornpublications.com
west coast: P.O. Box 470055 | San Francisco, CA 94147 | p 415.931.6159 | f 415.931.8129

4. Advertiser Agreement
BROCHURE: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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ADVERTISER:_______________________________________________ CONTACT: ________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
PHONE: _____________________________________________________ FAx: ________________________________________________________________________
E-MAIL: __________________________________________________ WEB SITE: ________________________________________________________________________
advertisement rates
o 1/8 page horizontal $525 o YES! I want to get 10% off of my print
ad by purchasing a Vendor Spotlight on
o 1/4 page vertical $875
Elegala.com for ONLY $395:
o 1/2 page vertical or horizontal $1,175
• Move your listing in front of your competitors.
o Full page $1,675
• Showcase more photos and information.
o Full spread $2,575 • Add a direct e-mail link.
o Inside back cover $1,975 • Your spotlight will be linked in your category
o First advertisement page $1,975 AND on this wedding venue’s feature page!
o Back cover $2,275
advertisement submission industry categories
o Hawthorn Publications will design my ad for a $100 flat fee that includes All full-page and full-spread advertisers may be listed in up to three industry
two rounds of revisions and three proofs. (Additional proofs will be billed categories in the brochure and on Elegala.com. All other advertisers will be listed
at $15 per proof.) in up to two categories. A list of categories can be found on the left-hand side of
o I will supply a camera-ready ad.* Elegala.com. Please list:
o Please repeat my ad from a previous publication:** 1: ________________________________________________________
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2: ________________________________________________________
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* amera-ready ads will not receive a proof. PDF proof may be requested and is billable at $15 per proof.
C 3 (Full page and full spread only): ______________________________________
** epeat ads will receive one PDF proof via e-mail. If no response is received within 72 hours, Hawthorn
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Publications is not responsible for errors or omissions in the ad.
payment method
Please choose one: o Check* o Credit card (MC, VISA, AMEX)
* Contracts must be submitted with credit card number, even if paying by check. A $25 fee will be charged to all companies who do not submit credit card number on contract.
CARD HOLDER’S NAME: _____________________________________ CREDIT CARD #: __________________________________________________________________
ExPIRATION DATE: ______________________________ BILLING ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________________
Deposit: One half of total cost is due upon submission of contract. Remaining balance submission: Please mail or fax this form with all ad materials and payment to:
will be due upon approval of advertisement or within 30 days, whichever comes first. If Hawthorn Publications • Attn: Production Manager • 650 Islington Street
payment is not received within 30 days, credit card will be processed. Portsmouth, NH 03801 • P 603.610.0533 • F 603.610.0532
CONTRACT: This contract is subject to all provisions of the Hawthorn Publications rate card. The publisher reserves the right to reject any pull the advertisement prior to press, deposit payments are due and nonrefundable. Hawthorn Publications will, however, refund all payments
advertising, which he/she feels is not in keeping with publication standards. No portion of the publication may be reproduced in any form if unable to complete the brochure.
without written consent.
D. COPYRIGHT: Any advertisements designed by Hawthorn Publications are owned by Hawthorn Publications. Copyright may be purchased
A. PUBLISHER LIABILITY: Publisher will use caution to protect printing materials, but will not be liable for loss or damage. Film and materials for $100.
will only be returned upon written request prior to press. Advertisers and advertising agencies assume liability for all content of advertisements
printed and for any subsequent claims against the publisher, and further agree to indemnify publisher for any damages incurred resulting E. COLOR ACCURACY AND CAMERA-READY AD CONTENT VERIFICATION: Hawthorn Publications cannot guarantee exact color accuracy
from such claims. It is agreed that no other liability shall arise between the advertiser and the publisher by reason of this advertising contract. on press. To provide best color simulation, please provide a tear sheet. Camera-ready ads will not receive a proof prior to press. To verify
B. AD SUBMISSION: If advertiser does not approve advertisement within 14 days from submission of proof, or prior to press (whichever advertisement content, a print or tear sheet must be provided. If a tear sheet is not submitted, Hawthorn Publications is not responsible for
comes first), Hawthorn Publications will print advertisement as is, and advertiser releases Hawthorn Publications from any liability for any errors, omissions, or font conversions.
omissions or errors. Any outstanding balance will be automatically applied to the credit card on file. If advertiser fails to submit any artwork F. SERVICE FEES: A contract fee of $25 will be applied for clients who choose not to submit a credit card. A service charge of $25 will
prior press, Hawthorn reserves the right to design and print an advertisement to publisher specifications. Any associated design fees will be be applied for all returned checks. A service charge of $10 will be applied for all declined credit cards. Interest will be charged at a rate of
charged to advertiser and applied to credit card on file.
1.5% per month on past due balances (annual percentage rate 18%). Should it be necessary to have an attorney or agency make demand
C. PAYMENT: All invoices are due and payable in two segments: One half of total advertising cost (including design and Elegala.com costs for payment, or if suit is instituted to collect on this contract, or any part thereof, the advertiser agrees to pay these fees and all other costs
if applicable) is due as a deposit payment upon submission of this agreement; second half of cost is due upon approval of advertisement incurred. Jurisdiction lies in the State of New Hampshire.
or 30 days from contract date, whichever comes first. If payment is not received within 30 days, credit card will be processed. Installment
plans may be prearranged with the first installment due upon submission of contract and all other installments due every 30 days. If any G. E-MAIL PREFERENCES: As a customer, you will receive communication about special offers, promos, and wedding industry insights to help
advertisement is not camera ready, client will be charged a $100 flat fee for any and all graphic design assistance. If an advertiser requests to you grow your business. We will never distribute your information to third parties, and you may unsubscribe at any time.
I HAVE READ THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET FORTH BY HAWTHORN PUBLICATIONS.
SIGNATURE: ______________________________________________________ DATE: ____________________________________________________________________
PRINT NAME: _____________________________________________________ TITLE: ____________________________________________________________________
Your Name Here
Attn:
east coast: 650 Islington Street | Portsmouth, NH 03801 | p 603.610.0533 | f 603.610.0532 | hawthornpublications.com
west coast: P.O. Box 470055 | San Francisco, CA 94147 | p 415.931.6159 | f 415.931.8129