Private School Preview

Situation/Context

  • Organization of private schools in DFW  that come together once a year to produce a “trade show” with participating schools exhibiting to attract students
  • Event is open to the public – 2010 date was Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m. - noon

Challenge/Objective

  • Attract parents of preschool and K-12 children who are interested in learning more about private schools in DFW
  • Saturday event is challenging as many families have multiple sports or extracurricular activities on Saturday

DMNmedia Solution

  • Media plan to target 25-54 parents of preschool and K-12 students
  • Front page notes on Sunday prior to event – 278,000 quantity
  • Run display ad schedule in 17 neighborsgo editions for two weeks
  • Sliding billboard on GuideLive.com
  • Total spend was $16,662 out of total budget of $20,000 for the event

Results

  • Record attendance at the event – over 1,000 attendees
  • Participating schools were pleased with the promotion and quality of leads the event generated