MARKETING & B2B DISCOUNTS

BIG TEETH PRODUCTIONS - Member & Sponsor - Web video is the fastest growing way to promote your business in a customized and cost effective manner. Since we’re new to Local First Chicago, we want to introduce ourselves by offering a “get to know us” discount for LFC members who realize the value of video as part of their marketing strategy.  For the summer of 2009 ONLY we will be providing our “starter” video for 50% off the regular price (over $1000 discount). Contact Elise at 773-588-5997 or elise@bigteeth.tv for more info.

ORBIT MEDIA STUDIOS – Member & Sponsor - We are extending Local First Chicago members a 15% discount to add our Mighty-Site content management tool to their existing website. Most times, we can add our tool to your existing design for under $4000.  That's about 6-8 months of typical maintenance fees those "Internet guys" are charging.  Throw in the discount and this would pay for itself within the year.   Orbit is also offering 15% off all video production.  Want to beef up the messaging on your site or provide some compelling cost justification to your clients?  Studies prove that video is the most effective medium to do so.  Add client testimonials, capability overviews, or instructional/training materials to your presentations and website and instantly they become more engaging. For more information contact Ryan Walsh at ryan@orbitmedia.com.

REACH MAIL - Member & Sponsor - Free ReachMail account. Free custom designed template. Send up to 250 emails per month at no charge. Plus a special discounted rate of $35 Flat to send up to 2,500 emails per month. Contact John Murphy at (312) 229-0070 or jmurphy@reachmail.com.

WCPT CHICAGO'S PROGRESSIVE TALK - Member & Sponsor - As part of their sponsorship of Local First Chicago they are offering our members discounts on advertising. This includes special rates for their Shop Local websiteas well as for on air advertising. To learn more about this unique opportunity contact Melissa Ryzy, Director of Sales at (773) 284-6079 or mryzy@newswebradio.net.

Johnsonese Brokerage LLC - The Johnsonese Brokerage is an independent insurance agency focused on insuring creative businesses. We always offer free insurance reviews to potential clients. In addition, for 2010 some of our insurance carrier partners are targeting specific market segments for growth. This creates an opportunity for businesses in these segments to save money on their insurance premiums. These target segments include musical instrument stores, picture frame shops, commercial art & graphics design, advertising agencies, architectural services, travel agencies, gifts & novelty stores, housewares stores, book stores, shoe stores and fabric stores. Please contact us to learn more! info@johnsonese.com | www.johnsonese.com

IGO CAR SHARING - Member - Local First Chicago Members save $75 on starting an I-GO Business Account!  Contact Anjuli at anjuli@igocars.org or (773) 269-4021 to get your discount.

SALAZAR PACKAGING - Member - Your one stop shop for eco friendly packaging products including 100% PCW boxes, tape, packaging papers, labels and envelope mailers. Owned and operated by Salazar Packaging, Inc. a leader in sustainable packaging. Use promo code CHGO for a 10% discount and a free gift with your first order at http://www.GlobeGuardProducts.com.

FLYING CART - http://www.flyingcart.com/ - Create your own online store. It will take you less than 5 minutes to setup http://www.yourstore.com/, we will even walk you through it! Get more exposure to your products by selling them online. All local first Chicago members get 50% off the first month - just mention it when you sign up. Feel free to contact us on our website at http://www.flyingcart.com/.

CHICAGO PUBLIC RADIO -  Member - Chicago Public Radio will continue to allow you to share sponsorship time as well as plug Local First Chicago when you donate to their great cause. For information on saving money through shared sponsorship time contact Lindy Calzada at lcalzada@chicagopublicradio.org.

Lakeshore Branding - Local Search Engine Optimization package which we are offering to Local First for $100 off our normal price of $495 and it is $395 for Local First Members. Our team will optimize your online listings so that when your customers conduct a local search it's your business they find. We create detailed directory listings, distribute it to all major web search sites, and add credibility to your business by listing your most important and accurate information. Contact us today at (312) 229-0038 to get your business listed! Visit our website at www.lakeshorebranding.com.

ARTE Y VIDA - Local First members can advertise on the Web site of Arte y Vida Chicago and enjoy 20% OFF regular advertising rates. Call 773.209.8268 or go to www.arteyvidachicago.com.

RETAIL DISCOUNTS

TERRY'S TOFFEE – Member – Terry’s Toffee offers Local First Chicago members a 10% discount at their Grand Ave location only (or over the phone). Enjoy their delicious Toffee and gift baskets. Just tell them you’re a member of Local First Chicago and enjoy! Terry’s Toffee is located at 1117 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago. Orders can also be placed by phone (312) 733-2700. Grand Ave location’s hours of operation are M – F: 11 am – 6 pm, Sat: 11 am – 5 pm.

myEARTH360.COM - Member - Receive $10 off your first purchase at http://www.myEARTH360.com, where you'll find everything from the eco-practical to the eco-chic (orders $50 or more qualify). Enter discount code LOCALFIRST at checkout. We donate 1% of total sales to the National Environmental Education Foundation. Do you know a local school or organization that would like an easy way to raise funds? The myEARTH360 Shop & Share program is virtually paperless and effortless--a great way to raise environmental awareness and funds. 10% of sales associated with your assigned code is donated back to your school or organization. Contact lynn@myearth360.com if you're interested.

GREENHEART - Member - 10% off on purchases at Green Heart Shop. Green Heart is a not-for-profit fair trade boutique with unique goods including a great collection of items made of recycled materials. Visit them at 746 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60610 or online at http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=4zqqlrcab.0.0.lzquu4bab.0&ts=S0362&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.greenheartshop.org&id=preview. Visit them today.

Life Storage Centers of Hermosa & Life Storage Centers of Humboldt Park - Member - 15% Off Storage rental and Moving supplies. For Hermosa @ 4500 W. Grand Ave contact Melissa Rodriguez at 773-235-8400 or Melissa@lifestorage.net. For Humboldt Park at 4014 W. Grand contact Tarrell Johnson at 773-235-2800 or Tarrell@lifestorage.net.

MISC. DISCOUNTS

CSBA - Member - Members of Local First Chicago receive a 20% off membership in Chicago Sustainable Business Alliance (CSBA). The CSBA supports members in integrating sustainable business principles to generate a more profitable, environmentally respectful, and socially responsible Chicago economy. Visit them online at csba.foresightdesign.org.

ME-TV - Are you a local Chicagoland business trying to take the next step in growing your company? Having a difficult time finding cost efficient mediums to expand your reach and gain new customers? Here at Weigel Broadcasting we have created the perfect opportunity to achieve all this for any local Chicago business. As many as 5 businesses can co-op to be involved or as few as 1 can own an entire thirty-second commercial! Packages range from $2,000 - $10,000. Take your business to the next level this holiday season with Me-TV and Me-Too. Contact Brett Gordon at 312-705-2678 or email at bgordon@wciu.com.