You earned the recognition.
Now, it’s time to unlock your winner benefits!
Your customers, clients and community didn’t just nominate your business—they voted for you. That means something.
A Sass Choice Award is more than a badge or a title. It’s a trusted recommendation from the people who know your business best.
Now is your chance to make sure even more people discover what makes your business so special.
NEW: SIGNATURE WINNER PACKAGE
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
Every year, winners ask us the same question… What’s the BEST way to make the most of my Sass Choice Award?
Our NEW Signature Winner Package combines our favorite winner opportunities into one simple package. If you’re only going to choose one option, this is the one we’d recommend! This package includes:
Winner Ad | Gala Table Sponsorship | 2 Gala Tickets
SOLD OUT!WANT TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR WINNER ADVERTISING?
Tell Your Business Story
Mini Advertorial Spotlight Block
Share your business story and be part of a headshot photoshoot!
$495
Keep Momentum Going
Annual Advertising (BEST VALUE!)
Prices & sizes vary.
Options starting at just
$180/mo.
Limited spots available and they’re already filling up fast — don’t miss your chance to shine!
Ad Space Reservation Deadline: August 10, 2026
Advertorial Photoshoot: August 13, 2026
Ad Materials Due: August 14, 2026
Issue Release: September 2026
What Winning Really Means
Congrats! Winning a Sass Choice Award is more than an accomplishment—it’s a powerful endorsement from your community.
It tells future customers something that’s hard to earn: People trust your business.
- They’ve experienced what you offer.
- They’ve recommended you to others.
- They’ve voted for you.
That kind of credibility doesn’t happen overnight—it comes from consistently showing up and serving your community well.
Turn this exciting moment into lasting visibility for your business!
WHY WINNERS INVEST IN THEIR SUCCESS
Winning an award creates something every business hopes for: Credibility.
But credibility only creates results when people continue to see it. Think about your own customers. How many will remember your award six months from now? How many potential customers will never know you won unless you tell them? Building on your win isn’t about celebrating yourself. It’s about helping more people discover a business your community already believes in.
That’s exactly what these opportunities are designed to do.
“We’ve seen a direct connection between our growth and our relationship with Sass Magazine. Plus, our brand recognition throughout Frederick County and Upper Montgomery County has increased significantly!”
– Sue Shepard, Style Me Sue Consignments
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO BUILD ON YOUR WIN?
CHOICE WINNER OPTIONS
As a Sass Choice Award winner, you have the unique opportunity to showcase your business to thousands of local readers through our exclusive ad packages. With options in both print and digital formats, we’ll help you stay front and center in front of an engaged audience who’s ready to support your business. Don’t miss out — these special offers are available only to winners like you for a limited time!
Celebrate Your Win
Best Option: Winner Ad Block
Perfect for businesses that want to thank their supporters and celebrate this exciting accomplishment. Your community helped you earn this recognition. A Winner Ad is a wonderful way to thank them while reminding future customers they’re choosing an award-winning business.
✔ Your ad in both print & digital issues
✔ Website link from digital issue
✔ DISCOUNTED ad design services
✔ Copy of issue mailed to you
Share Your Business Story
Best Option: Advertorial Spotlight
Help people fall in love with the business behind the award. People connect with stories. Advertorials gives readers an inside look at your business, your mission and the people behind your success—creating trust before someone ever becomes a customer.
✔ Half page article spotlight write-up based on our Q&A
✔ Headshot photoshoot (you keep 2-3 images)
✔ Logo and contact information
✔ Website link from digital issue
✔ Copy of issue mailed to you
Advertorial Photoshoot Details:
Thursday, August 13, 5:30-7:30pm
Downtown Frederick, MD
Keep Momentum Going
Best Option: Annual Advertising
Turn one exciting moment into year-round visibility. Winning gets people talking. Consistent visibility keeps your business growing. Our Annual Advertising Partnership helps you stay connected with thousands of readers through print, digital, email, social media and events all year long.
✔ Ad in every print & digital issue (direct link to website from digital issues)
✔ FREE tickets to all our Girls Nite Outs
✔ Enewsletter advertiser spotlight
✔ Social media promotion
✔ FREE Ad Design services
✔ Copy of every issue mailed to you
Interested in Other Ways You Can Partner With Sass Magazine?
Including business spotlights, sponsored articles, event sponsorships, group ad rates, holiday gift guide listings, small business subscriptions and more!