Sponsored Content

Guidelines for Sponsored Articles on FORUMmagazine.org

With articles published online weekly, FORUMmagazine.org addresses industry topics such as leadership, technology, member engagement, meetings & events, industry news, culture, and more. Members and content experts come together to write articles for FORUM.
We’re excited to offer sponsored article opportunities on FORUMmagazine.org. Below are some guidelines for creating your content. Sponsors will work closely with Association Forum staff to ensure the content aligns with the magazine’s tone and is relevant to readers. All sponsored content must be approved by Association Forum before it is posted.

Specifications:

  • 600-700 words
  • 1 image: 740 x 415 px minimum
  • 3 external links (maximum)
  • Byline – individual who wrote the article
  • Bio – 50 words max. Can offer information on the individual and the company sponsoring.

Tips for Writing Your Article:

  • Keep FORUM’s content categories in mind. Write to align with one of these areas:
    • Business Development
    • Events
    • Forum News
    • Industry & Culture
    • Leadership
    • Member Engagement
    • Technology
    • Welcoming Environment
  • Use real examples from the industry. Case studies and direct quotes from association professionals perform well.
  • The purpose of this opportunity is to establish your brand as a thought leader. We recommend writing an article that includes current industry information and using links as a soft sell.
  • Review past articles to spark ideas and see what we’ve already covered.
  • Work closely with Association Forum staff to refine your topic. We are committed to producing relevant articles for our readers and we’re happy to help you find that sweet spot as well!
  • Include subheads within the article. It makes it easy-to-read and increases SEO.
Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come first-served basis