Print Buyers Guide & Membership Directory
2026 AD SALES: OPEN
Early Bird Deadline: July 31, 2025 | Ad Sales Close & Ad Material Due: August 15, 2025
Printing Industry Midwest’s (PIM) Print Buyers Guide & Membership Directory is your opportunity to showcase your company to a targeted audience of print buyers and industry professionals. This powerful resource is available both in print (view past guides here) and online on PrintAccess, making it easy for businesses to find trusted printers and print suppliers. Maximize your exposure. Get noticed by the right people.
All PIM members receive a complimentary listing in both the print and online directories. Upgrade to a paid advertisement to unlock enhanced listing features and highlight your services, capabilities, and contact information more prominently—online and in print. Scroll down the page for more information about the different listing opportunities.
2026 COVER CONTEST: OPEN
Design Due: September 5, 2025
We need your help to design a one-of-a-kind, show-stopping front cover for this essential for the 2026 PIM Print Buyers Guide & Membership Directory publication. Create a dynamic cover that captures the power, creativity, and importance of print over the last 70 years. Submit an 8.5” x 11” PDF design via email to: sadieh@pimw.org by the deadline of September 5, 2025.
BENEFITS OF ADS:
Long-Lasting Exposure: Printed guides are kept and referenced over time.
Targeted Audience: Reach decision-makers actively seeking print services.
Credibility: Print ads build trust and enhance your brand’s reputation.
Less Competition: Stand out in a space with less digital noise.
Stronger Visual Impact: High-quality print makes your ad more memorable.
Drives Online Traffic: Print ads can lead readers directly to your website.
NEW THIS YEAR:
Never advertised in our guide before? Now is the perfect time because first-time advertisers receive 50% off any ad size!
Plus, submit your form during our Early Bird pricing window and enjoy even more savings! Prices go up after July 31st.
As a bonus and new this year, every paid ad includes a QR code that links directly to your PrintAccess profile, making it easier for potential clients to connect with you.
We are working hard to get this guide in front of potential customers sooner. Please help us meet our goals by submitting materials by the listed deadlines. Let’s make this year’s guide the best one yet!
NEXT STEPS:
1 ) Complete the new online form, click here. Early Bird Deadline – July 31st. Ad Sales Close – August 15th. There is a “SAVE AND RESUME LATER” button at the bottom of this form. If you have questions, please email Sadie Johnson at sadieh@pimw.org.
2 ) Make sure your listing is up-to-date by August 15th. PIM uses the information on PrintAccess to create our printed guide. Maintain your listing on PrintAccess year around for free. Update your company’s listing by signing into your PrintAccess account.
3 ) Wait to review the proof of your list. An email will be sent for you to approve your listing.
DUE DATES:
Please help us meet our goals by submitting materials by the listed deadlines.
July 1st: Ad Sale Opens
July 31st: Early Bird Deadline – Prices go up after the due date | Order Form Here.
August 15th: Ad Sales Close & All Ad Materials Due
September 5th: Cover Contest Designs Due | Details Here.
BASIC LISTING – FREE
Every Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) member receives a complimentary basic listing in both the printed Print Buyers Guide & Membership Directory and online at PrintAccess. This listing includes limited company information across both platforms. To increase your visibility and make a greater impact, consider enhancing your presence by purchasing an advertisement.
What is display in print & online?
FOR A BASIC LISTING – You can display the following both in the printed guide and online on PrintAccess…
- Company Name
- Address
- One or Two Contact Names
- One Phone Number
- One Website URL
ENHANCED LISTING – PURCHASE AD
Enhance your basic listing in both the printed guide and online by purchasing a Premium or Logo Ad. Upgrading your listing allows you to include space for you to create an eye catching image, and expanded descriptive content—helping your business stand out and providing print buyers with a clearer understanding of who you are and what you offer.
What is displayed in print & online?
FOR A LOGO AD – You can display all the basic listing information PLUS…
- NEW in 2026! A QR code will be displayed taking readers to your PrintAccess listing. PIM will create the QR code and add it to your listing. You do not need to do anything for this.
- Logo Ad Image – You pick the size either 1″, 1.5″, 2″ or 2.5″ tall by 3.5″ wide. You create what goes in that space to help your company standout.
- One Email Address
- 125 Word Company Description
- Number of Employees
- Equipment List (5 pieces of equipment, one piece per line)
- Added to the Cross Reference Section of the guide – Choose from a list of hundred of capabilities/products/services
PLUS an Upgraded Online PrintAccess Listing which includes…
- Preferred listing when a user searches
- Enhanced displayed in search results
- Upload promotional image & video galleries
- Display badges for awards and certifications
- List up to 60 pieces of your equipment
- List 120 of your capabilities/products/services
FOR A PREMIUM DISPLAY AD – You can get a FREE Logo Ad & Upgraded PrintAccess Listing PLUS a second ad, Premium Display Ad, placed at random within the guide. You can choose from a…
- Full Page Ad – 8.5″ x 11″, full color, one sided ad
- Insert Ad – pre-printed, 8.5″ x 11″, full color, two sided ad
- Quarter Page Ad – 4.5″ (h) x 3.5″ (w), full color, standalone ad
