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Introduction
The SITE Finder Service has proven to be a valuable resource for association members and other industry professionals who use the Internet to locate products and services for the entire incentive and travel industry. This information resource uses powerful search technology that continually indexes the content of participating supplier Web sites. Users have the option of performing keyword-driven searches that mirror traditional search engines, or a category-specific search. Both methods produce the most relevant results on the Web.
The SITE Finder Service also incorporates a desktop search mechanism, allowing visitors to download a free application that makes the directory accessible from the user’s computer desktop. In addition, the directory has implemented Request For Information (RFI) functionality, allowing visitors to contact suppliers with the click of a button. Both features are becoming increasingly popular among users of the SITE Finder Service and are a valuable business opportunity for suppliers to advertise in the directory.
Who is searching the SITE Finder Service?
Members of the (SITE) are using the SITE Finder Service on a daily basis.
But the directory isn’t limited to association members. Other individuals and business entities involved in the use of motivation, incentives and travel rewards are using the directory as well. These industry professionals spend billions a year on products and services your company offers.
And when these professionals are ready to buy, they turn to the SITE Finder Service to cut through the clutter of traditional search engine results.
Why complete a listing in the SITE Finder Service?
The SITE Finder Service has been created specifically for serious buyers of your product or service. Purchasing a listing in the directory ensures that your company’s brand and message are delivered directly to those that matter most to your business. The SITE is recognized as a leader in the industry. And individuals and business entities involved in the use of motivation, incentives and travel rewards turn to the association as the informational source in the industry.
With traditional search results, your company’s listing becomes one in a million. But searching through the SITE Finder Service presents relevant search results to pre-qualified, committed buyers. Completing a listing in the directory will cost your company less advertising dollars than participating in the pay-per-click campaigns of the major search engines and delivers better results.
Your complete listing in the SITE Finder Service will feature your company logo and description, contact information and company Web site and e-mail link. The listing will be grouped into categories of your choice to enable efficient searching.
How do industry professionals find the SITE Finder Service?
A link to the SITE Finder Service is prominently displayed on the SITE Web site (http://www.site-intl.org). The directory can also be found at http://thesitefinderservice.com.
Association Web Site Traffic Page views - averages 340,000 page views per month
CD will be distributed at association meetings and events throughout the year.
Pricing and Placement Opportunities
The following rates reflect an annual pricing structure. Your company’s listing appears in the SITE Finder Service year-round.
| $395 USD |
Completed Web-Enabled Listing |
A completed web-enabled listing includes your full-color company logo, a corporate description, links to your Web site and e-mail address, and placement in up to 10 predefined headings. Get the visibility in the marketplace that you need! |
| $150 USD |
Priority placement |
This additional fee allows your company to have your completed listing appear on the first page within the heading of your choice. |
| $1500 USD |
1st Place Premium Placement |
This additional fee allows your completed listing to appear as the top position within the heading of your choice. |
| $1350 USD |
2nd Place Premium Placement |
This additional fee allows your completed listing to appear as the second position within the heading of your choice. |
| $1150 USD |
3rd Place Premium Placement |
This additional fee allows your completed listing to appear as the third position within the heading of your choice. |
| $350 USD |
Video-enhanced Listing |
Add video to your Enhanced Listing – bring your products and services to life with video or post commercials! Want to add more than one video – just $250 USD for additional videos posted to your listing. |
| $5000 USD |
Banner ad placement |
Banners are located at the top of the page, between the search bar and pre-defined search categories and between the search bar and results. A limited number of banners are available on the guide. |
Specifications
Logo guidelines: Your company's logo will appear as part of the completed listing. Logos will be published at 338 pixels x 168 pixels. For best quality, logos should be submitted as JPEGs in RGB format. File size should not exceed 15k.
Video guidelines: Your video(s) will launch from a video icon placed on your Enhanced Listing. Videos should be less than 10 minutes and can be submitted in the following formats: .avi (Audio Video Interleave), .mov (Apple QuickTime Movie). mp4 (MPEG-4 Video File) .mpg (MPEG Video File), .qt (Apple QuickTime Movie), .rm (Real Media File), .swf (Macromedia Flash Movie), .wmv (Windows Media Video File). Video dimensions should be 400 pixels by 300 pixels.
Banner ads: Whether you use our no-cost creative services department or create your own banner ad, a consultation phone call will be conducted. The preferred format for all banner ad submissions is JPEG or GIF with a file size not exceeding 25k.
Banner ads must be 468 pixels x 60 pixels. For more information about graphic specifications, please contact your sales representative.
About SITE
The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE) is a respected worldwide organization of business leaders dedicated to the recognition and development of motivational and performance improvement strategies of which travel is a key component. It recognizes global cultural differences and practices in developing these strategies, and serves as a prime networking and educational opportunity for its members.
Contact
For additional information, call (972) 402-7000, or e-mail us at site@multiview.com.
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