MEDIA PACK 2024
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
BUSINESS MAGAZINE
“The only magazine in the town for business people written by business people” ABOUT US: From the team who originally created the award winning SO Tunbridge Wells magazine and the Times of Tunbridge Wells newspaper comes The Royal town’s first monthly A4 glossy business publication providing News, Reviews, Advice and exclusive Interviews from the professionals. Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine (TWBM) delivers high-quality informative and engaging original content that targets affluent readers on topics that directly impact their businesses. From legal, financial, commercial and legislative issues, to technology, human resources and recruitment. We offer a comprehensive regional perspective and reveal the entrepreneurial companies, driving business across the
region, as well as shining a spotlight on the CEOs, entrepreneurs and business personalities behind them. We also publish relevant news covering both the local and regional business landscape, from company success stories, acquisitions, new appointments and promotions, to award wins and in-depth reports helping to advise and inform. We’ll also help you relax after hours with our excellent lifestyle section proving ideas and inspiration of what to see, do, eat and drink outside of work. Published the third week of every month, TWBM offers readers a print version as well as a complete digital version available online that can be read anywhere in the world. Readers can also follow us on our various social media platforms including LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Substack.
READERSHIP:
Our core readers are business owners and leaders, CEOs, MDs, decision makers and entrepreneurs who live and/or work within Tunbridge Wells. These are successful, intelligent and often affluent individuals who have a passion for business and the area in which they live and work.
PROMOTION:
TWBM is marketed via social media channels, with all content available via LinkedIn, targeted PPC and paid social campaigns along with the digital edition hosted by Issuu and distributed via email marketing each month. TWBM will also be hosting a series of networking events and round table discussions over the coming year, helping to engage with regional business leaders whilst increasing the brand awareness of the magazine and our Partners. We have also secured a number of relevant and effective media partnerships for the year including with Amplifi, Best of British Events and the TN Card. Our chosen charity for 2024 is Taylor Made Dreams.
DISTRIBUTION: A total of 8,500 copies of TWBM are printed each month and area available to pick up at over 120 outlets each month across the area, including the types listed below. Individual copies are also hand delivered to a targeted selection of premium residential postcodes within the town. •
Tunbridge Wells Train Station
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Business Centre reception areas
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Premium car dealerships
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Networking Groups
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M&S, Fenwick & Hoopers Department Stores
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Coffee shops, bars and restaurants
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Hotel lounges and hotel bedrooms
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Selected retailers
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Premium Residential building reception areas
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Gyms and private leisure clubs
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Newsagents
In addition, the digital edition of the magazine is available online and mailed direct to over 200 CEOs, MDs, Entrepreneurs and business owners every month. If you would receive a detailed list of all our distribution points please contact hello@twbusinessmagaizne.com.
PUBLICATION SCHEDULE: JULY EDITION:
SEPTEMBER EDITION:
NOVEMBER EDITION:
1 July - Final copy deadline 15 July - Magazine published
6 Sept - Final copy deadline 17 Sept - Magazine published
1 November - Final copy deadline 15 November - Magazine published
AUGUST EDITION:
OCTOBER EDITION:
DECEMBER EDITION:
5 August - Final copy deadline 15 August - Magazine published
4 October - Final copy deadline 16 October - Magazine published
2 December - Final copy deadline 16 Deceber - Magazine published
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
BUSINESS MAGAZINE
WORKING WITH US:
TWBM provides companies and brands with a unique and effective platform to reach business owners and affluent readers across the Borough. As the only printed business publication in the town, we are able to stand out in a crowded online market, giving your message and business the exposure it requires, whilst connecting you to a valuable and professional audience. But working within TWBM offers more than just advertising within a unique and targeted publication, we understand the value and effectiveness of networking, connections and support. Therefore as a regular advertiser within the magazine you’ll receive complimentary membership to our exclusive business club. The TW Business Magazine Members Club is an extension of the monthly publication, membership is provided free to all regular advertisers* and includes: *Membership is free of charge to all companies who commit to advertising in a minimum of 6 issues over a 12 month period of the TW Business Magazine. Alternatively, membership can be purchased at £75+vat per month, payable in one annual subscription of £900+vat.
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An invitation to four exclusive networking events over the year for senior-level business owners and executives to come together, sharing best practices, knowledge and contacts in a relaxed and informal environment hosted at carefully selected venues within the area.
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The chance to participate in topical and engaging roundtable debates with fellow professionals, which will be serialised in the magazine and online, highlighting the expert participants and their views.
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An opportunity to be a recognised as a regular editorial contributor in the magazine within your field of expertise.
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Participation in relevant business surveys and inclusion within subsequent coverage and press releases.
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Access and personal introductions to other members within the club whom you’d like to do business with.
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Support and advice from our experienced editorial, creative and commercial teams acting as an extension to your in-house resources.
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Invitations to attend relevant third-party events and celebrations as our guest.
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
BUSINESS MAGAZINE
OUR PANEL OF EXPERTS: Every month Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine brings a wealth of local expert knowledge on all aspects of doing business. Neil Simmons MD TN Recruits
Gillian Palmer Founder The Finance Hub
Darren Austin Director of Synergee
Dee Airey Photographer & Visibility Strategist
Sophie Forrest-Lavery Founder the Forrest Group
Deborah Richards Founder of Maddisons Residential
Alex Green CEO at RTW Together
Siobhan Sterling MD Sharp Minds Communications
Simon HowsonGreen Technology Expert
Jess Gibson MD of the TN card
Clare Lush-Mansell Founder of My Tunbridge Wells
Helen Williams Mindset & Business Coach
Henry Adekoya Health & Fitness Specialist
Matthew Sankey Director of Sankey’s
Becky Moran CEO TN Lettings
Mark Hill Antiques Expert
Cllr Justine Rutland Economic Development & Deputy Leader
Matthew Hill Founder Private Medical Insurance Brokers
Sarah Raine Director Colley Raine & Associates
Caroline Weiss-Jones Director BDHL
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
BUSINESS MAGAZINE
ADVERTISING RATES: Exclusive Cover Interview £2,150 + VAT
Includes cover image, photoshoot, interview plus 3 page editorial feature
Double Page Spread
£995
Quarter Page
£160
Full Page
£550
Banner
£120
Half Page
£295
Sponsorship of relevant features is also
available from £250 per month
To discuss how your business can benefit from a partnership with TWBM contact hello@twbusinessmagazine.com
SIZING AND SPECIFICATIONS: Full Page (A4) Printed area 210mm wide by 297mm tall with a 3mm bleed on each edge. Text should be inset at least 10mm from page edge.
Half Page Horizontal 186mm wide by 130mm tall
Banner 186mm wide by 30mm tall
Half Page Vertical 90mm wide by 265mm tall
Quarter Page 90mm wide by 130mm tall
Acceptable formats for artwork submission:
Unacceptable formats:
Print ready PDF, High resolution JPG or TIFF.
MicrosoftWord, Publisher, Powerpoint or Microsoft Works.