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Capturing Our Unique Southwest Lifestyle. Those who are lucky enough to call North Scottsdale and North Phoenix home enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle. Since 2000, ImagesAZ magazine has profiled people as diverse as the landscape in our desert mountains. As our communities have grown, so have we, expanding our distribution to target more readers. Our magazine blends regional human interest stories with visual and culinary arts and outdoor pursuits. Every month, we introduce you to the dynamic men, women and young people who are making a difference in our neighborhoods, and we keep you informed of the many exciting happenings in our towns. It’s a winning mix for both readers and advertisers. Only ImagesAZ reflects the vibrancy of these desirable communities. • Longevity in our Communities - more than 13 years in publication • Unique Content - we tell the stories no other publication does • Audited Circulation - we have chosen a circulation audit through Alliance for Audited Media • Editorial is King - our editorial/ad ratio is 60/40 Every word and every photograph in our beautiful pages is designed to engage and inform readers. Vivid four- color photography and high-quality editorial are the hallmarks of ImagesAZ . Readers and advertisers alike praise us for our longevity and consistency, our enthusiasm and relevance. It’s no wonder we’ve become a trusted voice and source of information and a staple for our region. We truly capture the spirit of our enviable Southwest lifestyle. Content That Connects. More than any other publication serving North Scottsdale and North Phoenix, ImagesAZ really connects with its readers. We know because they tell us in frequent emails and at local events we support that afford us an opportunity to meet our readers face-to-face. Newcomers, long-time residents, visitors and seasonal dwellers mark and tear out specific pages, pass along their copy to friends and family, bring issues to business owners and hold onto each edition until the next is received. And they read the advertisements as closely as they read the copy. A poll of our readers shows: 94% have bought products or used services after seeing an advertisement 74% keep each issue for one month or longer 26% say the advertisements are their favorite part of the magazine “I love this publication! The “images” are first class. My advertisement and dining guide spotlight on the English Rose Tea Room brought in additional business from families that were new to the area as well as long-time residents. We offer the magazine to our customers and couldn’t keep it on the shelf! Kudos to ImagesAZ staff for great reporting, excellent photography and personable sales support.” Jo Gemmill, Owner of English Rose Tea Room Editorial That Reflects Our Communities. At ImagesAZ , we are proud boosters of the North Valley. As its definitive voice, we are privileged to celebrate the triumphs of our neighbors. As a positive, personality-driven publication, we tell the stories no other publication covers. Our editorial is driven by regional events and local stories of interest. Our regular and rotating departments include: • Events Calendar • Meet Your Neighbors • Artist Profile • Youth Spotlight • High School Sports • Hiking • Dining • Recipes Desirable Demographic. ImagesAZ readers are discerning, sophisticated and engaged in their communities. They enjoy a variety of leisure activities. They have buying power, with a median household income of more than $103,000* and a median household value in excess of $550,900.* As further assurance of our outstanding reach, we have chosen a circulation audit through the respected Alliance for Audited Media. We distribute 50,000 magazines to three regions: 18,500 to North Scottsdale, Carefree and Cave Creek region, 15,000 to Grayhawk, DC Ranch and North Scottsdale and 16,500 to Tramonto, Anthem, Desert Hills and New River region. * Based on statistics compiled on these regions from the USPS and zip-codes.com “I’ve had articles in regional magazines, but I have never had greater response than I did from your local magazine. I had a lot of people read the article and came to Carefree just to see my work and a lot of them buying. I had a lot of direct sales from your magazine, some even coming with the magazine in hand. So I thank you very much.” Richard Curtner, Artist We’re In All the Right Places. We produce three glossy, four-color regional editions, with a combined circulation of 50,000: • North Scottsdale/Carefree/Cave Creek • Grayhawk/DC Ranch/North Scottsdale • Tramonto/Anthem/Desert Hills/New River Each features distinctive editorial and advertising and offers 100% coverage of the most desirable zip codes in these fine communities: • The Boulders • Desert Highlands • Desert Mountain • Rancho Mañana • Estancia Golf Club • Legend Trail • Silverleaf • Desert Forest • Anthem Country Club • Troon North • Pinnacle Peak • Mirabel Country Club • Terravita • Grayhawk • Whisper Rock Estates • Troon Country Club • DC Ranch In addition to mailing directly to carefully identified zip codes in our region, we make ImagesAZ available to an interested public. Distribution in high-visibility, high-traffic outlets ensures your advertisement will be seen by even more prospective buyers. You can find us at: • Offices • Libraries • Salons • Grocery Stores • Restaurants & Coffee Shops • Realtor Offices • Gyms • Municipal Offices • Community Centers We distribute 50,000 magazines to three regions: 18,500 to North Scottsdale, Carefree and Cave Creek region. 15,000 to Grayhawk, DC Ranch and North Scottsdale region. 16,500 to Tramonto, Anthem, Desert Hills and New River region. Added-Value Opportunities. Looking for ways to enhance your advertising reach? We have several options, all which can be customized to your specific needs: • Display advertisements • Marketplace advertisements • Advertorials • Dining Guide listings “Thank you for the glimpses into local families’ triumphs and struggles; Thank you for the heads-up on what’s happening around town; Thank you for celebrating all of the local talent; Thank you for providing local businesses with a format to inform us through advertising. We enjoy ImagesAZ magazine and we’re happy to receive it each and every month.” Maureen Sollars, Freelance Advertising Consultant