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“When it was time for me to assess my ROI, my Chicago Tribune rep offered to run an additional audit on all of my sales across my portfolio in 2012. Her team helped me balance my on-site data reports so I could make an informed advertising decision for 2013.””Greg Guttman, Director of Marketing and Leasing - MAC Property Management

“I believe Chicago Tribune is the best print medium in the market. We consistently advertise in the Tribune’s Auto section to reach a large audience and get on shoppers’ lists. And we SEE the results. Cars.com is one of the largest online players in the auto industry and the best place to reach the car-buying audience and drive traffic to our store. We couldn’t be happier with the customer service and results we receive from the Trib.””Don Davis, General Manager – Valley Honda

“As an organization of small business owners, the Frankfort Historic Business Association needs to maximize its limited advertising dollars while expanding its reach. Thanks to Chicago Tribune Media Group and our rep, we have gotten the word out to a broader audience and drawn bigger crowds to our downtown Frankfort events over the past year. We also appreciate their outstanding customer service!”CLOSEMORERachel Gilmore, Event and Marketing Coordinator - Frankfort Historic Business Association

“The 435 digital team worked with us to develop a complex and very functional website and Facebook pages. The continuing SEO and social media support helps us to get great website exposure while allowing me to spend my time seeing patients rather than managing a website. 435 digital does so much that I could not do on my own and draws from a number of experts whose collective knowledge is extremely valuable to us.”CLOSEMOREStephen F. Daugherty, MD, FACS, RVT, RPhS Medical Director, VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

“We always advertise in RedEye to get the word out about our free classes and programs for the community. We know that this is an effective way to reach a wide variety of people and demographics, reaching those who live in the city, as well as suburbanites who work in the city and grab a Red Eye to read on the train. Our Red Eye sales representative is wonderful to work with - she always gets us what we need in a timely manner.”CLOSEMOREFelicia Ross, Marketing Coordinator - Reform Jewish Chicago

“I have found our Tribune rep to be a delight to work with. No matter what time of day I send an email, she immediately responds so that I know she’s on top of things. She wants to know that things are working on our end as they should, so I keep her apprised of delivery times with the Local Values here in Michigan City. I find her very customer-oriented … and in this day and age, that’s as rare as it is refreshing.”CLOSEMOREKyle Johnson, Advertising Manager - Al's Supermarket

“435 Digital has been a great partner in expanding our SEM activities and further developing our US Web site. They are knowledgeable, easy to work with, and bring a fresh perspective to our strategy. They quickly learned the intricacies of our business, and I would recommend them for any company looking to increase their digital marketing activities.””Miranda Taft, Vice President, Marketing - Air Partner

“I used the marketing vehicles my sales representative recommended – and my customer database increased by 26% in one month! During this extraordinary growth period, I used only the Tribune Media Group to market my advertising message. Tribune products reach my audience in my market areas.””Kelly Fox, Owner - Jean Therapy

“The Chicago Symphony Orchestra considers the Tribune Media Group a great partner and collaborator. Our colleagues at Tribune Media Group are great to work with and they have helped us to develop new creative solutions that help us constantly improve and see better returns on our investment. Our collaborations continue to be successful and showcase our great partnership.””Liz Madeja, Director of Marketing - Chicago Symphony Orchestra

“The Chicago Tribune works best out of all the advertising I do. EZ Target inserts are great quality pieces, delivered straight to the homes in every zip code I want to reach. My sales rep is always in touch and she makes the order, creative and billing process very “EZ” for me. I don’t get that level of service from any other advertising company.””Angel Perez, Owner – Perez Used Hotel Furniture

“435 Digital is a collaborative and creative partner. They provide useful insights and cost effective solutions and built us a visually exciting and consumer friendly platform that has exceeded our expectations. We find them a pleasure to work with – they are friendly and helpful, organized, responsive and diligent about meeting deadlines. We look forward to continuing to work with them.””Laura Matalon, President - Allied Live

“I have found 435 Digital to be responsive, innovative and most of all, flexible. We manage and present a variety of events from concerts to legit theatre and they tailor every part of their campaign to be effective for each individual project. Not only do they attend to and incorporate ideas we bring to the table, they also offer a wide range of contemporary ideas and strategies to market each event. In addition, the organization between social media and web-site has been fantastic, and given us the ability to put out a single coordinated message. I wouldn’t want to do a project without them.”CLOSEMOREKaren Berry, Management - Riverfront Theater

“Over the years, Chicago Tribune has always played an important part in DeSitter Flooring’s overall marketing/advertising strategy. Between our own monthly print and inserts in the Sunday Tribune, or our local full-page displays in TribLocal, we believe the consistent strategy has paid off for us. We’re proud to have the Chicago Tribune as one of our marketing partners.”CLOSEMORETom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter, Co-Owners - DeSitter Flooring, Inc

“The Elevate Digital Kiosks? All we can say is they are a brilliant and measurable concept. The kiosks are fun, non-intrusive and harness the power of social connections in a natural way. Brands can target specific audiences and seamlessly engage them. Easy to navigate and cleverly designed, they deliver results.””Lisa Hoffman-Linero, VP Account Services – Starmark

“CMC Recycling is grateful to 435 Digital for their hard work and commitment to results. Over the several months we have seen steady growth in our business and we attribute much of that to the marketing and resources of the 435 Digital Group. We look forward to continuing to build our partnership with the 435 Digital.””Paul Perrotti - CMC Orlando

“As an individually owned vein practice, our marketing budget has to be strategic and cost-effective. Our partnership with the team at 435 Digital has demonstrated a clear and measurable return on our website/SEO investment. As our practice continues to grow, we also know the team at 435 will be with us every step of the way!””Kari Schoonover, CEO - Indy Veins

“As one who purchases display advertising for the Chicago Public Library, I am delighted to tell you that it is a pleasure working with Tribune Media Group. The professionalism and integrity of our sales representative are of the highest quality. The knowledge of product, attention to detail, and willingness to help resolve problems reveal a work ethic that is second to none. That makes my job a little less stressful. Thank you!”CLOSEMORELeland Elder, Press Office/Marketing Manager – Chicago Public Library

“I wanted to make your organization aware that we appreciate the great marketing and advertising you’ve done for Fresh County Market. Chicago Tribune/Local Values has proven to be a reliable delivery system of our weekly grocery circular and this is the key to the marketing/sales plans of Fresh County Market. In addition, the ability to target specific markets has helped to increase our sales around specific holidays, and our annual anniversary sales. We hope to continue to grow with Tribune Media Group when we add our new location in March. Thank you!”CLOSEMOREMark Musleh, Owner/President – Fresh County Market

“On behalf of Starmark, I would like to express our sincerest thanks to our partners at Tribune Media Group and Tribune Events Group. Your media team understood our media objectives and was able to put together a completely integrated program that allowed us to create the blitz we wanted – within budget. The level of service was exceptional. Thank you for helping our client, Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB, leave a permanent sunny thumbprint in Chicago. We love Chicago and we will be back.”CLOSEMORELisa Hoffman-Linero, VP Account Services - Starmark

“I wanted to make Tribune Media Group aware that Bruno Enterprises is thankful and encouraged by the great marketing and print advertising work you have done for us. The ability to target specific markets with a cost-effective single sheet like your EZ Target has increased sales and informed our customers of our constant changing of featured Arby’s food items in a timely fashion. Your continued help in creating and revising our creative has also added to the value we place in our continued relationship with you. Thanks again for providing needed marketing assistance.”CLOSEMORELeslie Dean, Marketing Manager – Bruno Enterprises

“We love the TribLocal at PANDORA in Bolingbrook. Our ads always capture our customers’ attention. Be it a special event or even holiday time, our customers walk in the store holding the TribLocal ad in their hands. The special attention our TribLocal rep shows us is awesome. She takes the time to understand our needs, expectations, and product. TribLocal has been the key to the growth of our business.”CLOSEMOREKelly Kreten, Store Manager – PANDORA Bolingbrook

“Tribune Media Group is a key media partner for Consumers Credit Union. Online advertising is an important vehicle for delivering our messages, and we like our ability to change the message immediately as market conditions change. Thanks to Tribune Media Group, CCU’s brand awareness is at an all-time high.””Maria Contreras, Corporate Development & Marketing Coordinator – Consumers Credit Union

“My experience working with Tribune Media Group has been a largely positive one. We’re a small business with a limited advertising budget, but our Tribune rep did a wonderful job maximizing our reach. We have experienced nearly double the business since we began working together and I expect that partnership to continue in the future.””Neil O'Callaghan, Producer – Thirsty Comedy

“As Vice President of Marketing for Smith Family Construction, my experience with the Chicago Tribune has been nothing short of exceptional. Our rep is courteous, knowledgeable, and always available for any and all of our advertising needs. They have helped us reach our target market and increase sales. Thank You, Chicago Tribune.””Jamie Smith, V.P. of Marketing – Smith Family Construction

“Cosmetic Smiles Dentistry and the Chicago Tribune have enjoyed a long time partnership over the years. Advertising in the Tribune has helped spread the word about the state-of-the-art services that our practice provides. They bring new clients to our practice on a consistent basis.””Dr. Ron Schefdore, D.M.D., Owner - Cosmetic Smiles and General Dentistry

“We are extremely happy with the results of our Tribune Media Group marketing campaigns. Whether our annual raffle event, saying ‘Thank you’ to our volunteers and shoppers, or sales promotions throughout the year, the Tribune Media Group provides the vehicles to effectively get our marketing message to our audience in our market areas. The Tribune designs quality advertisements with our objectives in mind. Coupled with my sales representative’s expertise in marketing and customer service, I cannot imagine a campaign without the Tribune!”CLOSEMOREJoyce Athey, Store Director - Neat Repeats Resale

“Our attentive account executive offers responsive customer service as well as ingenuity and ideas using Tribune’s portfolio. She finds time to look out for me and my interests and has solved problems with me proactively. My stress is reduced after interacting with her.””John Eding, Associate Director of Communication - School of the Art Institute of Chicago

“We are so pleased with the results of our online campaigns on Metromix.com, Chicagotribune.com and mobile. Our click through rate is consistently above average. The positive feedback we’ve received from our customers and the increase in online sales show that the campaigns are an effective tool.””Sarah Duff Zupancic, Marketing Manager – Eli’s Cheesecake

“As owners of Tilles Interiors, an upscale full-service furniture store in NW Indiana, we have learned to appreciate the value of getting our message out to Tribune readers, both in print and on-line. It is a cost-effective means to reach an audience which is interested in our quality products. We have been a Tribune advertiser for over thirty years, and are very pleased with the results.””Andy & Robin, Owners - Tilles Interiors

“We have worked with the Tribune for the last 12 years. I always appreciate my rep’s expertise in structuring my annual advertising program. We always develop a program to fit my objectives and my budget. I look forward to continuing to work with the Tribune in the future.”CLOSEMOREBruce Horek, Owner – State Farm Insurance, Westchester, IL

“I’ve been using the Tribune to promote my store for the last several years. In the past I mostly ran print advertising in the local editions of the Tribune. Recently, I utilized Tribune’s 435 team for the development of my news website. They are also assisting me with SEO and PPC campaigns. I was very happy to find the Tribune has the capabilities to assist with all forms of advertising and not just print. The process has been very smooth and the Tribune 435 team has been very educational and helpful.”CLOSEMORESteve V., Owner – Window & Door Superstore

“In any advertising campaign attention to detail is important. With our Christmas flyers in need of distribution, I chose the Chicago Tribune because of my Representative. She is like a concierge, addressing all of our needs. We put all the details of our time sensitive material in her hands and it went off with great success!””Tony D'Ortenzio, Owner – Distinctive Gold Jewelry

“Briosa Boutique has been advertising with the Chicago Tribune since we first opened our doors. We are very pleased with the response we have achieved. Our Sales Rep is always there to answer questions and help guide us to the best advertising and budget option for us. Thanks, Chicago Tribune!””Gloria, Debbie & Rae, Owners - Briosa Boutique

“The Chicago Tribune is an excellent media source for reaching our target audience and providing a ROI on our investment. Our rep is very knowledgeable and is always providing our business with information on latest trends in digital and print media.””Regina Verdico, Marketing Director – Deer Park Town Center

“Miska’s Liquors has been a loyal Chicago Tribune advertiser the past forty years because of its ability to reach the greatest number of Chicagoland consumers. It also gives us credibility by being part of one of the country’s most reputable media outlets. We are pleased to continue our association.”CLOSEMOREMitchell Sklare, President - Miska's Liquors

“We receive great responses through advertising with the Tribune - have been doing so for many years in the zoned sections. We get very busy, but our rep keeps us organized with our advertising and she always reminds us of products and deadlines. The creative department also does a great job at designing our ads.”CLOSEMOREHeather Fulscher, Owner - La Grange Camera

“I started advertising with the Tribune a few years ago in the Good Eating section and TribLocal and have seen great results during all the major holidays. My rep keeps me informed of new products and sections that will benefit my hometown grocery store. The creative department does a great job designing the ads.””Dick Devries, Jr, Owner - Devries Grocery and Market

“I consider Apartments.com to be integral piece in JVM’s Internet marketing strategy. The service I receive from my representative is second to none. Best of all, the cost per lease is lower than any other Internet Source we pay for. The listings pay for themselves. I am confident in recommending a partnership with Apartments.com.””Mary Herrold, Vice President of Marketing - JVM RealtyCorporation

“Tribune Media Group provides Jam with an unmatchable combination of traditional media and leading-edge marketing technology. With our wide variety of concerts and events, throughout any given year we utilize the Chicago Tribune, RedEye, The Onion, Hoy, WGN-Radio and WGN-TV, and an ever-growing array of digital advertising opportunities.””John Soss, Vice President - Ad Vice Marketing Agency – Jam Productions

“With a number of locations across the Chicagoland area, targeting these communities while being cost effective is essential. The EZ Target Insert allows us to reach communities of specific zip codes within the Chicago Tribune. RedEye is also a great way for us to reach our urban centers in a single publication, and has showed a great return on the texting campaign we piloted this past January.”CLOSEMOREJack Goodall, Marketing Manager - YMCA

“It’s interesting how we have seen a spike the day of a Redeye ad, but especially the day after the ad comes out. I was thinking maybe this is because people grab the Redeye and read it on their way home, see the ad and then come in the next day. But either way, there seems to be results.””Jamie Revell, Director of Marketing - Women's Workout & Fitness

“Tribune Media Group is an integral part of our annual advertising and promotional strategy because of their breadth of media outlets and advanced segmentation metrics, both in print and online. Our rep is great to work with, always keeps us up to date on their latest offerings, and can be reached at any time.””Moira Harat, Marketing Manager – Baird & Warner

“Working with many large publishing houses, we find “the difference” at the Tribune Media Group. A personal contact, support for upcoming campaigns, fast and efficient communication – this is what helps to find the right target audience and the right way to promote our product. Results show that our contacts know their job – so we can count on the best consulting services at any time. Also, they share new revenue increasing ideas and help ensure that prospects see and udnerstand our product at its best!”CLOSEMORERegine Johnson, Marketing Director – American European Travel

“The Tribune and Tribune Media Group are excellent partners for Goodman Theatre. In addition to providing some of the most impactful advertising mediums in Chicagoland, they have become a valuable media sponsor, providing additional support for the work we do on our stages.””Jay Corsi, Director of Advertising & Sales – Goodman Theatre

“We have been advertising with the Chicago Tribune for almost a year now and are very happy with the responses we get. We noticed our clients are more comfortable using our services as they see us advertising in such a reputable publication. It also helped our clinic website become more visible in the local community. Our sales representative is very helpful. She keeps in contact with us regularly and posts advertisement follow ups. She does her best to give us the best deal available. We are very happy with our services from the Tribune.”CLOSEMOREDr. Hussam Almasri, Owner – Advanced Vein Specialists

“We rely on advertising in our retail business and recommend the Tribune. For the past 9 years I’ve used the Chicago Tribune and have had much success. They are great to work with and give me individual attention on the promotions and how best to advertise to our client base. I’d recommend the Chicago Tribune and will continue to use them as a key part of our marketing program.”CLOSEMORETeresa Kara, Owner – Chew On This Dog Barkery

“The Tribune remains a big part of our media mix. We feel the exposure in print and online are hard to beat in this market. Our long standing relationship with the Tribune is due to unmatched service, support and results. We love our sales rep!””Tammy McEwen, Business Development Marketing Manager – Jameson Realty

“For many years, MPI has successfully partnered with the Tribune in generating awareness, interest and sales for our clients. The Tribune team is responsive, collaborative and decidedly focused on helping us achieve measurable results. As media planners/buyers, we have the daily task of matching our clients’ needs and budgets with the offerings and inventory of powerful media outlets. The Chicago Tribune makes that task easy and enjoyable.”CLOSEMOREBill Horowitz, President – Marketing Partnerships International

“PK Bennett Jewelers has been advertising in the Chicago Tribune for over 8 years now. We have been a staple and have found great success in the local guide section. Being somewhat new to the marketing world I found it extremely helpful and educational when my Account Executive comes out personally and works on our account. Several times she has even brought out experts from other fields of advertising such as Digital and Social Media to open new avenues for my marketing dollar. With new Brands and opportunities coming, we are looking forward to the 2013 retail season.”CLOSEMORERichard Bennett, Co/Owner – PK Bennett Jewelers

“I have only been advertising with the Tribune for a few months but in that time I feel my brand awareness has grown immensely. My account rep is always keeping me updated on how my ads are doing. I feel the Tribune does a great job for keeping my business exposed to the Chicago market.”CLOSEMOREMatt Laricy, Managing Broker/Partner – Americorp Real Estate

“We decided to use the EZ Target during our most recent lease-up in the northern suburbs of Chicago. The insert program was a terrific substitute for direct mail, which can be expensive and produce little response. Our rep for Tribune/Apartments.com advised us on an effective geographical area and discussed a design concept for the inserts. After agreeing on a date for placement, we had a draft design back within a week and were able to finalize art quickly. For about one-third the price of a direct mail campaign, we distributed about 28,000 inserts and ordered an overrun of about 1,000 to give away at the property and at community events. The inserts continue to “come back to us…” – people had saved them and they were an effective way to generate awareness in the apartment community.”CLOSEMORESteve Matre, Director – Banner

“The Kagan Family has considered the Chicago Tribune a major part of our marketing program for over 35 years, first with Smart Jewelers and now with our new company. We feel very fortunate to have a sales rep that does an amazing job with wonderful follow through. Not to mention, she has some very tough shoes to follow as we have always had such a great staff that has taken care of us. With the variety of products and their far reaching impact, it is certainly a great place for us to spend our precious and limited dollars to advertise.”CLOSEMOREJordan Kagan, Owner – Kagan & Company, Northbrook

“As part of our Charitable Foundation, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is proud to partner with the Ronald McDonald House. We are especially thrilled to see all of the excitement and fun that the guests have at the downtown location when they use the Photo Kiosk to share and send photos to friends and loved ones. The Kiosk has brought many smiles to those who need them, and we couldn’t be happier with how that helps our community.”CLOSEMOREChris Haran, Director of Strategic Planning and Initiatives – Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

“Rick Levin & Associates, Inc. has been advertising in the Tribune for well over 20 years. We advertise all kinds of auctions including real estate and personal property. We have found that the Tribune is a great way to reach our marketplace and our sales representative is always ready to assist us in our marketing endeavors.””Rick Levin, Owner - Rick Levin & Associates, Inc.

“The Chicago Tribune plays an integral part in our print media program by providing the extensive reach that we need to promote our properties to potential buyers in the western suburbs. When considering the price that it takes to get our message to its wide and affluent readership, there is nothing in the marketplace that even comes close to being comparable.””Frank Turk, Marketing Director - Coldwell Banker Honig Bell

“We have nothing but good things to say about our experience with the Chicago Tribune. Our Account Executive is always very helpful and quick to respond to questions. He helps us find advertising solutions that stretch our dollars even when budgets are tight. Our display ads in conjunction with the press releases that we publish through the Tribune have brought us great results!”CLOSEMOREEmber Ferrantino, Marketing Manager – Wilcox Development

“We have been with apartments.com for many years. Recently we had set up a photo shoot for our property and the pictures came out amazing. It is easy to list for a great value and the customer service is exceptional. Looking forward to the upcoming 2013 rental season.””Jennifer Gaertner, Assistant Property Manager - Revere Properties

“With countless options for our marketing dollars, we wanted to invest wisely to make the biggest impact to reach potential residents for our 28 buildings in Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and the Gold Coast. My sales representative and her team worked with us to create an interstitial campaign on redeyechicago.com that would effectively reach our target demographic. It was truly a team effort and from the original concept to the final results, we received a response beyond what we could have imagined. We cannot recommend working with the Tribune enough for progressive businesses wanting to get a great ROI on their online advertising.”CLOSEMOREDan McDonough, Marketing & Leasing Director - Planned Property Management

“Apartments.com has consistently been a top traffic source for our communities over the years. The ability to have a featured listing at the right price is critical and the listings provide concise, well-formatted information, making it easy for the prospect to navigate. We’ve also really appreciated the opportunity to learn about and test out new features as they have become available. The variety of product offerings is great and Apartments.com is always the first to explore new technology, whether a text for info program, QR codes or online chat. They are so flexible and easy to work with and I love how they go out of the way to get our properties additional exposure, suggest new products and offer trial programs.”CLOSEMOREJill Dolnicek, Marketing Manager - Crescent Heights

“We have been advertising with Chicago Tribune Company for more than 50 years. Just as the retail model has changed, so has media. We both adapt to ever changing markets and accept that uncertainty is the only certainty. We both pledge that our word is our bond and our brand is our legacy. It is the partnerships we forge that give us the courage to move forward.”CLOSEMOREMichael Keblusek, Manager - Dehne Lawn & Leisure, Northbrook

“White Rabbit used the Tribune to spread the word about garage organizers for many years. Because of the success of our advertising programs, the Tribune continues to be an integral part of our marketing program. It has been a pleasure to work with our Tribune representatives throughout the years. Most notably, our sales representative consistently gives us extraordinary customer service. Regardless of the time of weekday or weekend my e-mails get a response within the hour. Very impressive on every level!”CLOSEMORESally Schulman, Vice President, Sales - White Rabbit Garage Organizers

“It can be challenging finding the right advertising tools, but we find that advertising with Tribune Media Group is not only the best way to reach our customers but also to find new potential customers as well. Our sales representative always presents us with the most current and cost effective methods to plan our advertising budget year after year.”CLOSEMOREChris Larson, President - Thybony Paint, Wallpaper and Home Interiors

“Tribune has lots of opportunities for its advertisers to reach consumers. We feel very lucky to have our current sales representative for Chicago Tribune. She always keeps us aware about all upcoming opportunities and works to get us as much exposure as possible and best possible deals.””Nataliya Luneva, Marketing Manager - USA Vein Clinics

“Advertising in Chicago Tribune has created an entire new group of customers for our 25 year old custom framing business. The interest generated by these ads always exceed our expectations and TribLocal is a great tool for us in a highly competitive market.””Craig Sayers, President - Posterworks, Inc.

“We have been advertisers in the Tribune for many years and we see favorable results as we track our ROI. It is especially helpful that our sales representative continues to make us aware of new products and opportunities. The Tribune is the best way to reach the greater Chicago land market.””Jean Gaines, President - Geneva Chamber of Commerce

























































