Metro Creative Connection

25/05/2026

Today, we remember and honor those who gave their lives for our freedom. May their sacrifices never be forgotten.

22/05/2026

20/05/2026

Need fresh ad sales ideas your team can actually use?

The recording is now available for Metro’s “Kick-A$$ Tips & Topics to Sell” webinar — packed with practical strategies, spec ad inspiration and sales ideas designed to help publishers grow revenue and improve advertiser results.

You’ll also get access to:
✔ Spec ad tips
✔ Sales communication strategies
✔ Planning around top-selling themes
✔ Webinar slides + bonus resources

Perfect for sales teams, designers and publishers looking for new ways to create revenue opportunities.

Watch the recording:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-8-26/

19/05/2026

⚽ Big events create big advertising opportunities.

With global soccer excitement building, now is the perfect time for publishers to help local advertisers connect with fans through themed promotions, spec ads, special sections, social content and sponsorship ideas.

Metro’s latest soccer-themed resources include:
• Ready-to-use ad templates
• Page designs
• Editorial features
• Images & graphics
• Social media content
• Personalized marketing e-cards
• Unlimited downloads for your entire team

It’s a fast, practical way to create timely sales opportunities for restaurants, bars, retailers, sports venues and more.

See everything here:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-19-26/

18/05/2026

Your readers are already looking for things to do this summer. What if your publication could also generate revenue from those local events?

Metro + Evvnt make it easy to launch automated print + digital event calendars that help publishers:
• Drive reader engagement
• Generate ticketing and advertising revenue
• Build new self-serve sales opportunities
• Promote local businesses and experiences
• Strengthen their position as a trusted community resource

Learn more and et up a demo:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/evvnt/5-18-26/

15/05/2026

Golf season is here—and so is a built-in opportunity to bring in new ad revenue.

Think about how many local businesses connect to golf:
Courses. Pro shops. Tournaments. Lessons. Practice ranges.

Now imagine going to them with something already built:
• Eye-catching ads and promotions
• Ready-to-run pages
• A full “Tee Time” special section you can sell into
• Even an email tool to test advertiser interest

It’s all included and ready to go, so your team can spend less time creating and more time selling.

See everything you can launch this season:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-14-26/

14/05/2026

What if your America@250 coverage could also bring in new advertisers?

The new America@250 for Kids section helps you turn a national milestone into something local, engaging and sellable—especially for businesses targeting families.

You get a fully built, 32-page section with puzzles, trivia, activities and more, all ready to run in print or online.

It’s easy to customize, includes prospecting tools, and is available now as a limited-time $25 add-on.

Take a look:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-13-26-USA/

12/05/2026

June is packed with opportunities to drive ad and sponsorship revenue.

From Father’s Day and Fishing & Boating Week to World Soccer, Dairy Month and summer kickoffs — these are the moments advertisers want to be part of.

With Metro’s new ready-to-sell print & digital templates, images, editorial features, social media and more, you can:
✔ Launch sections faster
✔ Build stronger ad & sponsorship packages
✔ Attract more advertisers
✔ Turn seasonal themes into revenue

All included in your subscription.

Explore everything here:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-12-26/

07/05/2026

The June SearchBook is now available—and it’s all included in your subscription.

Inside you’ll find:
• Fresh ad templates and page layouts
• Themed revenue ideas for print, digital and social
• Ready-to-use editorial content
• Social posts, email tools and marketing support
• Bonus content like games, puzzles and kids activity pages

Everything is built to help you move faster and turn ideas into revenue without added cost.

Take a look and start planning your next opportunity:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/searchbook/5-7-26/

06/05/2026

Last chance to register... If you’re looking for new ways to attract advertisers and close more business, this free webinar is packed with ideas your team can use right away.

You’ll walk away with:
• Sales strategies that improve conversations and results
• Spec ad ideas that help win business
• Ad design tips that drive better ROI
• Ready-to-run promotions to support your efforts
• A smarter way to plan sales around top-performing themes

It’s all about helping your team grow revenue while delivering more value to local advertisers.

Tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. EST

Save your spot:
https://mcg.metrocreativeconnection.com/publish/newmcc/emails/metro/5-6-26/