Publications and Advertising Opportunities
Put Your Business in Front of Bay County
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce connects your business with local decision-makers, fellow Chamber members, residents, visitors, newcomers and community leaders.
Whether you want to build long-term brand awareness, promote a specific offer, reach relocating families or strengthen your online presence, Chamber advertising gives you practical, targeted ways to get noticed.
Advertising opportunities are available exclusively to current Bay County Chamber members.
Reach the Right Audience
Chamber advertising is more than an ad placement. It places your business within trusted Chamber communications, programs and resources used by people who are actively looking for local products, services, connections and information.
Your business can reach:
- Chamber members and their employees.
- Local business owners, executives and community leaders.
- Residents looking for trusted local providers.
- Visitors and families considering a move to Bay County.
- New businesses, prospective employers and relocation partners.
- Attendees at Chamber events and programs.
Availability varies by product, placement and publication cycle. Reserve early to secure the best fit for your business.
Print Publications
BayBiz Magazine
The Voice of Business in Bay County
BayBiz is the Bay County Chamber’s quarterly business magazine. Each issue delivers local stories, business insight, member recognition, community updates and Chamber news to a targeted audience of professionals and decision-makers.
BayBiz is mailed to Chamber members, distributed at Chamber events, placed in participating business locations and shared digitally through the Chamber website, Issuu and social-media channels.
Advertising in BayBiz provides a polished, long-lasting way to keep your business visible throughout the quarter.
Fall 2026
- Publication period: November - December 2026
- Artwork deadline: Nov. 1, 2026
Winter 2027
- Publication period: January–March 2027
- Artwork deadline: Dec. 1, 2026
Spring 2027
- Publication period: April–June 2027
- Artwork deadline: Feb. 1, 2027
Summer 2027
- Publication period: July–September 2027
- Artwork deadline: June 1, 2027
Available placements may include: premium cover positions, full-page, half-page, quarter-page and business-card advertisements. Placement availability, ad specifications and final pricing are provided with the current BayBiz media kit.
Guide to Discovering Bay County
Reach People Planning Their Next Chapter
The Guide to Discovering Bay County is an annual resource for individuals, families and businesses exploring the area. It is designed to help readers learn about local communities, services, education, employment, recreation, health care, quality of life and business opportunities.
With 10,000 printed copies, the Guide is distributed through Chamber channels, visitor and relocation resources, partner organizations and community outreach.
Advertising in the Guide gives your business year-round visibility with people who are actively making decisions about where to live, work, shop and build connections.
2027 Guide to Discovering Bay County
- Artwork deadline: Oct. 31, 2026
Available placements: Premium placements, two-page spreads, full-page, half-page, quarter-page and business-card advertisements.
Digital Visibility
eBiz Newsletter Advertising
Stay Top of Mind With Chamber Members
eBiz is the Chamber’s recurring member newsletter, delivering Chamber news, events, business updates and opportunities directly to member inboxes.
eBiz advertising is ideal for promoting a sale, seasonal offer, event, hiring opportunity, new service or business announcement.
Check out our most recent issues:
Premium Banner
- Featured at the top of eBiz for high-visibility placement.
- Specifications: 600 x 150 pixels.
Standard Banner
- Placed between content sections in the newsletter.
- Specifications: 540 x 200 pixels.
Footer/Classifieds
- Placed near the bottom of the newsletter alongside Chamber and community information.
- Specifications: 270 x 135 pixels.
Chamber Website Advertising
Be Visible When People Are Looking for Local Business
The Chamber website is a resource for people searching for businesses, events, jobs, community information, member discounts and opportunities in Bay County.
Website advertising and upgraded directory visibility can help your business stand out when visitors are actively looking for a local provider.
Level 1 Advertising
- Includes Leaderboard Ad, Premium Listing, and one Lobby Display Ad.
Level 2 Advertising
- Includes Leaderboard Ad, Enhanced Listing, and one Lobby Display Ad.
Level 3 Advertising
- Includes Full Banner Ad, Enhanced Listing, and one Chamber Lobby Display Ad.
Leaderboard Ad
- Location: displayed on the header of all pages of the website.
- Specifications: 970 x 90 pixels.
Full Banner Ad
- Location: displayed on the Chamber's most popular pages.
- Specifications: 728 x 90 pixels.
Square Ad
- Location: displayed within the content sections of the Chamber's most popular pages
- Specifications: 300 x 300 pixels.
Premium Listing
- For businesses seeking broader online exposure, the Chamber offers premium digital-visibility options such as priority placement, logo visibility, business description, website link, contact details, map location and selected media or business highlights.
Enhanced Listing
- Give your Chamber directory profile a stronger presence with enhanced listing features such as priority placement, logo visibility, website link, and more.
Chamber Lobby Display
Put Your Business on Display
Place your business on the Chamber’s high-resolution digital lobby display, viewed by members, visitors, meeting attendees and community partners who visit the Chamber office.
Lobby Display
- High-resolution digital ad placement. Artwork specification: 1920 x 1080 pixels at 72 ppi. Creative may be updated during the active advertising term, subject to Chamber approval. Placement is subject to availability.
RELOCATION PACKET PROGRAM
Reach Newcomers Before They Make a Purchase Decision
The Relocation Packet Program places your business directly in front of individuals and families preparing to move to Bay County. These prospective residents are often looking for housing, health care, financial services, home services, restaurants, schools, recreation, professional services and other trusted local resources.
Your approved business material is included in the Chamber’s relocation packet, giving newcomers a tangible resource to reference as they settle into the community.
Level 1
- One approved piece of material up to 8 ounces, including magazines or heavyweight brochures.
Level 2
- One approved piece of material up to 3 ounces, including flyers or lightweight brochures.
Level 3
- One approved business card.
Monthly
- One approved piece of material up to 8 ounces, including magazines or heavyweight brochures.
All materials are subject to Chamber review and must be supplied by the participating business. Participation begins only after payment, material approval and delivery of the required collateral.