On the Ground Battle Creek Leadership Circle
Join the On the Ground Battle Creek
Leadership Circle today!
Be among the Battle Creek leaders investing in the future
of independent Calhoun County community news.
Second Wave’s On the Ground Battle Creek is the only established media source dedicated to covering Calhoun County communities from the ground up. For nearly a decade, we have partnered with the region’s civic and business leaders to tell the stories that move our region forward.
We don’t chase clickbait or dwell on division. Instead, we report on the people, businesses, and organizations building a stronger Battle Creek and Calhoun County.
Our solutions-focused reporting covers what matters most:
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WHY JOIN THE LEADERSHIP CIRCLE?
As a member of the Leadership Circle, your organization helps ensure that Calhoun County residents have access to community-driven news that informs, inspires, and strengthens the region. On the Ground Battle Creek not only explains the region’s challenges, but also lifts up the people and ideas driving solutions.
By joining, you’ll help elevate critical voices and connect with thousands of active, loyal readers across Calhoun County who care about community solutions.
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE BENEFITS
Increase your visibility
Your logo will be displayed on the On the Ground Battle Creek series page and quarterly newsletter alongside other regional leaders, and a year of local advertising is included with your membership.
Shape the conversation
Join editorial listening sessions to share insights, expertise, and story ideas with our newsroom.
Stand for solutions
Align your brand with trusted, solutions-focused reporting serving Battle Creek and Calhoun County.
Connect with like-minded leaders
Leadership Circle members forge new connections, spread good ideas, and even end up collaborating on regional progress.
Know your impact
Receive a custom annual impact report that shares valuable insights and outcomes.
Enjoy content reuse rights
Republish and share On the Ground Battle Creek content on your own website and social media channels.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP
$2,500 / year
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after I sign up?
Our team will reach out to you and take care of all the details!
We’ll ask you for your organization’s logo, and provide information about our advertising specs so you can make the most of your benefits. We’ll also share invitations to upcoming listening sessions and explain how they work.
What if want to make a bigger impact?
We love to design custom partnership opportunities tailored to your organization.
If you want more recognition, more advertising, and even more reporting on critical issues, reach out today:
Natalie DePhillips | natalie@issuemediagroup.com
