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2 WHY CRAIN S CRAIN S has unique access to Chicago s top business leaders and influencers. Our integrated approach in print, digital, live events, and custom opportunities align awardwinning content with a powerful audience. I don t think there is a comparable news source, of this caliber, anywhere in the country. READER TESTIMONIAL, 2016 AMPLITUDE STUDY 2

CRAIN S REACH Weekly Readership 265,248 Qualified Print Circulation 44,110 Digital Subscribers 27,908 Monthly Unique Visitors 1 MILLION+ AVERAGE AGE 51 47% SERVE ON THE BOARD MALE 67% 86% TOTAL

3 CRAIN S REACH Weekly Readership 265,248 Qualified Print Circulation 44,110 Digital Subscribers 27,908 Monthly Unique Visitors 1 MILLION+ AVERAGE AGE 51 47% SERVE ON THE BOARD MALE 67% 86% TOTAL MANAGEMENT/ PROFESSIONALS FEMALE 33% 61% ARE TOP MANAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA 185, , ,000+ 7, Signet Study Circulation Verification Council The Media Audit

4 CRAIN S AFFLUENT AUDIENCE 47% are millionaires $386,000 annual household income $2,100,000 average net worth 99% attended college 28% have additional real estate interests other than primary or secondary home 28% plan to purchase or lease a new vehicle in the next year nine average airline trips taken in the past year 57% dine out at least once per week 2016 Signet Study 4

MAJOR PURCHASING POWER IN THE PAST YEAR CRAIN S AUDIENCE HAS ENGAGED IN: 78% fine dining 59% shopping for business attire 78% purchasing of wine, liquor or gourmet food 69% visiting

5 MAJOR PURCHASING POWER IN THE PAST YEAR CRAIN S AUDIENCE HAS ENGAGED IN: 78% fine dining 59% shopping for business attire 78% purchasing of wine, liquor or gourmet food 69% visiting museums/galleries 71% attending sporting events 69% attending theater/concert/ ballet/opera 62% exercising, attending a gym/health club/personal trainer 2016 Signet Study 5

PRINT Delivered weekly, Crain s brings readers award-winning

Crain s reaches top executives in Chicago and the surrounding

In addition to our standard ad sizes we offer high impact ad

6 PRINT Delivered weekly, Crain s brings readers award-winning business coverage, opinion, and in-depth reports and analysis. Crain s reaches top executives in Chicago and the surrounding metro area. In addition to our standard ad sizes we offer high impact ad units including gatefolds, inserts, belly bands, cover wraps and spreads. CRAINSCHICAGO

CRAIN S SIGNATURE ISSUES TOP PRIVATELY HELD COMPANIES SMALL BUSINESS WEEK 20 IN THEIR

companies PUBLISHES: April 23 AD CLOSE: April 13 Focus on Chicago entrepreneurs and

hottest young guns in the city PUBLISHES: May 14 AD CLOSE: May 3 Ranking of Chicago s

7 CRAIN S SIGNATURE ISSUES TOP PRIVATELY HELD COMPANIES SMALL BUSINESS WEEK 20 IN THEIR 20 S TOP PUBLICLY HELD COMPANIES The ranking of the area s top privately held companies PUBLISHES: April 23 AD CLOSE: April 13 Focus on Chicago entrepreneurs and the startup community PUBLISHES: April 30 AD CLOSE: April 19 List of the twenty hottest young guns in the city PUBLISHES: May 14 AD CLOSE: May 3 Ranking of Chicago s top publicly traded firms PUBLISHES: May 21 AD CLOSE: May 10 7

CRAIN S SIGNATURE ISSUES FAST FIFTY Chicago area s fifty fastest-growing companies WHO S WHO / MOST POWERFUL WOMEN The most important leaders in local corporate, civic, philanthropic and cultural

8 CRAIN S SIGNATURE ISSUES FAST FIFTY Chicago area s fifty fastest-growing companies WHO S WHO / MOST POWERFUL WOMEN The most important leaders in local corporate, civic, philanthropic and cultural circles 40 UNDER 40 BOOK OF LISTS Forecasting the 40 people under 40 in Chicago on the fast track to business success A compilation of the popular lists published throughout the year PUBLISHES: June 25 AD CLOSE: June 14 PUBLISHES: September 3 AD CLOSE: August 23 PUBLISHES: December 3 AD CLOSE: November 20 PUBLISHES: December 17 AD CLOSE: November 5 8

9 DIGITAL Crain s web site, Chicagobusiness.com, provides 24/7 digital coverage and reaches 1 million unique visitors per month and 268K+ newsletter subscribers. Our web site and all s are mobile optimized and viewable on any device. 9 CRAINSCHICAGO

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10 DIGITAL OPPORTUNITIES AT A GLANCE SPECIAL EDITORIAL FEATURES DISPLAY ADS SPONSORSHIPS FAST FIFTY 40 UNDER 40 BEST RESTAURANTS FOR BUSINESS BEST PLACES TO WORK ROTATING BANNER ADS 300 X X X X 50 INTERSTITIAL 640 X 480 ABOVE THE FOLD RON SITE & HOME PAGE TAKEOVERS UNIQUE AD SIZES AVAILABLE DAILY MORNING10 BREAKING NEWS INDUSTRY S COLUMNIST SPONSORSHIPS PREFERRED SPONSORSHIP: TARGET YOUR MESSAGE BY TITLE & INDUSTRY 10

11 CUSTOM MEDIA EXPERIENCE. CONTROL. CARE. Providing marketers with unique custom content and creative solutions, Crain's Custom Media works to challenge advertisers to think outside of traditional marketing platforms - helping them create and craft marketing content that sets them apart from the crowd. CRAINSCHICAGO

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12 CUSTOM MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES WEALTH MANAGEMENT Identifies ways in which wealthy investors can continue growing portfolios SPECIAL SECTIONS MOST INFLUENTIAL SERIES Honors most influential women, minorities, and other groups of people in various prominent Chicago industries SUPPLEMENTS GIVING GUIDE Highlights unique ways nonprofits use corporate connections to maximize their reach in the Chicago community DECISIONS Showcasing products and services aimed at seniors ROUNDTABLE SERIES A monthly thought leadership forum on different important industry topics COLLEGES GUIDE Showcases the best colleges in the Chicago area and beyond CORPORATE HOLIDAY GUIDE Showcases party-ready events pace, catering options and event planning services PRIVATE SCHOOL PLANNER Showcases the best of the Chicago area's charter, magnet, select and private schools 12

13 EVENTS Crain s hosts events and programming for C-level executives and each year the number of events has grown, expanding to new market segments. These first-class, high quality programs offer sponsorships that leverage the effectiveness of marketer s integrated print and online efforts. CRAINSCHICAGO

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14 SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS PRESENTING SPONSORSHIPS INCLUDE: Acknowledgement /logo representation in event advertisements, on e-blasts and in the registration area of ChicagoBusiness.com Opportunity to address the audience Opportunity to have a company booth Two complimentary tables of 10 at event Company representative seated at head table Logo/ID on printed event materials and signage Addressed and recognized from the podium as a Presenting-Sponsor Sponsor materials accessible on Crain s unique mobile digital platform Premium item for guest take-away Unlimited access to master list of attendees Co-sponsorships also available

2018 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 8 For 27 years, Crain s 40 Under 40 list has tapped business and government leaders who ve made an impact before their 40th birthday a prescient list that has

The public is invited to join us for this rapid-fire event where select 40 Under 40 alums will share how they plan to win big before 2020, followed by a moderated Q&A.

Includes a networking reception, plated breakfast and an exclusive interview with a significant voice in the healthcare community.

The event will include a networking reception, plated breakfast and top Best Places to Work companies sharing highlights of their success.

The event features pre-event networking, a seated breakfast, followed by a panel discussion and audience Q&A, offering an opportunity for guests to hear from a panel of general counsel as they

Enjoy networking, breakfast and a panel of Small Business CEO s discuss their company growth and development, followed by a Q&A.

15 2018 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 8 For 27 years, Crain s 40 Under 40 list has tapped business and government leaders who ve made an impact before their 40th birthday a prescient list that has predicted the path of future Fortune 500 CEOs, serial entrepreneurs and big-time politicos. The public is invited to join us for this rapid-fire event where select 40 Under 40 alums will share how they plan to win big before 2020, followed by a moderated Q&A. This event will feature a panel discussion with Crain s Who s Who thought leaders in Chicago healthcare. Includes a networking reception, plated breakfast and an exclusive interview with a significant voice in the healthcare community. Crain s will feature the 2018 BEST PLACES TO WORK companies at the second annual celebratory breakfast. Meet and mingle with the honorees and be part of this year s unveiling of the top 25 winners. The event will include a networking reception, plated breakfast and top Best Places to Work companies sharing highlights of their success. This event is exclusive to general or in-house counsel across a range of industries. The event features pre-event networking, a seated breakfast, followed by a panel discussion and audience Q&A, offering an opportunity for guests to hear from a panel of general counsel as they discuss their evolving role. Part of CRAIN S SMALL BUSINESS WEEK, this high-energy breakfast targets Chicago s business community and top level management of small businesses. Enjoy networking, breakfast and a panel of Small Business CEO s discuss their company growth and development, followed by a Q&A. The city s premier real estate event series for real estate professionals will feature prominent leaders in Chicago Real Estate. Past speakers include fireside chats with Jonathan Gray, global head of real estate at Blackstone, and Andy Gloor, Managing Principal of Sterling Bay. An exclusive interview will be lead by Crain s reporting team and include networking, a plated breakfast and audience Q&A. This event is exclusive to chief and senior financial officers and executives across a range of industries. The event features a pre-event networking reception followed by a seated breakfast, peer-to-peer panel discussion and audience Q&A. Crain s will invite Chicago s business community and Fast Fifty companies as we unveil the rankings of this years Fast Fifty finalists and award the top Fast Fifty companies. This years breakfast will feature the live unveil along with a short program featuring top executives of Fast 50 companies.

2018 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES This private, invitation only event will target Chicago s top tech stars as published in Crain s annual Tech 50 feature list including current and past

CEO s of mid-market companies will share their expertise on growth, innovation, challenges and lessons learned.

This breakfast offers a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to network and enjoy an indepth panel discussion amongst chief executives focusing on the dynamics of the Chicago

This event will offer collegial networking, a seated breakfast, a peer-to-peer panel discussion and audience Q&A.

The event is hosted for the Crain s 2018 list of top Privately Held companies and includes networking, plated breakfast and features a series of conversations between CEO s from privately

16 2018 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES This private, invitation only event will target Chicago s top tech stars as published in Crain s annual Tech 50 feature list including current and past classes. Last years format included a cocktail networking reception followed by a fireside chat with co-founder and CEO of Glassdoor, Robert Hohman and CEO of Jellyvision, Amanda Lannert. CEO s of mid-market companies will share their expertise on growth, innovation, challenges and lessons learned. This breakfast features a networking reception, plated breakfast, panel discussion, as well as audience Q&A. Crain s Hospital CEO Breakfast is the finale to the event calendar year. This breakfast offers a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to network and enjoy an indepth panel discussion amongst chief executives focusing on the dynamics of the Chicago healthcare market. This event is exclusive to CIOs, CISOs, CROs, and senior IT leaders to connect and collaborate on relevant and timely business technology issues and related risks. This event will offer collegial networking, a seated breakfast, a peer-to-peer panel discussion and audience Q&A. This event is exclusive to owners, presidents and CEOs of Privately Held companies with revenues of $20 million or greater. The event is hosted for the Crain s 2018 list of top Privately Held companies and includes networking, plated breakfast and features a series of conversations between CEO s from privately held companies, followed by a moderated Q&A. This morning program is designed for CEO s, owners, presidents, and senior leaders interested in hearing from established business executives about their leadership path and professional journey. Program includes networking, plated breakfast, and interviews with CEOs from Crain s Annual Who s Who list followed by a moderated speaker discussion and audience Q&A.

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