Position Your Brand with Association Forum
As the 'association of associations' in Chicago, Association Forum is the premier hub for connecting with the city's influential association industry.
About Association Forum
Association Forum is the hub for Chicagoland’s large yet close-knit association industry. Its 3,000 members represent over 44,000 association professionals from nearly 1,600 organizations, which serve 27 million members, have 9 million donors, and generate $10.3 billion annually in economic impact. Of this, approximately $947 million is spent on services like printing, IT, web design, accounting, and legal fees, highlighting the significant role of associations in the local economy.
of associations with a staff of
100+ are AF members.
spent on meetings in the Chicagoland area each year.
of AF member organizations are national/international in scope.
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Association Forum Media Offerings
FORUM Magazine
For decades, association professionals have turned to this quarterly publication for in-depth reporting on industry trends, case studies, and access to the association community.
FORUM Magazine Website
With articles published weekly, FORUMmagazine.org addresses industry topics, such as leadership, technology, member engagement, meetings & events, industry news, culture, and more. The FORUM Magazine Online website meets members where they are and serves timely and relevant content continuously.
Association Forum Website
Reach member and non-member visitors and reinforce your marketing message as they log on to learn about upcoming association events, discover ways to maximize their membership, view the latest issues of digital edition of the FORUM Magazine.
BOLD Times eNewsletter
BOLD Times serves as our members’ passport to a weekly oasis of professional insight, sprinkled with a dash of fun and a pinch of inspiration. Say hello to excitement as we deliver a curated selection of engaging content right to our member’s inboxes every week.
Sponsored eBlast
Our Sponsored eBlast is an easy and effective way to get your message out! This exclusive opportunity allows you to establish your brand as a thought leader and put your company in front of Association Forum’s engaged membership.
Online Buyers' Guide
The Association Forum MarketBASE takes online buyers’ guides to the next level, delivering a content rich, interactive site where buyers’ can come to research products and services in their industry.
Targeted Advertising
Start engaging with a completely new level of customization and insight. Select from a variety of proven tactics that allow you to target a qualified audience and maximize ROI from your efforts.
Association Forum Career Center: Employers
Your success starts with hiring the right people. Smart talent management drives your organization forward. The talent is out there—let us help you find and keep it, ensuring high engagement, satisfaction, and performance.