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Supporting the Businesses that make Iowa Special
Evolution of the Heartland is evolving into a statewide rural storytelling and discovery platform, designed to help travelers explore Iowa’s small towns while supporting the communities and businesses that make them special. Evolution of the Heartland exists to help travelers discover the places, people, and experiences that make rural Iowa special. Our Business Partnerships are designed to give authentic visibility through storytelling, itineraries, and yearlong inclusion – not traditional advertising. These partnerships focus on discoverability, connection, and narrative, helping travelers find your business when they’re planning where to go and what to experience.
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Business Partnerships
Businesses may participate:
Independently
Through a Community or Chamber partnership, when available
Why Partner with Evolution of the Heartland?
- Discoverability by travelers actively planning rural experiences
- Long-term visibility through blogs, itineraries and search
- Authentic storytelling rooted in people and place
- State and national exposure through a trusted rural media brand that’s built to last
- Partnership levels that fit your goals and budget
- Shared value for communities and businesses
Spotlight
Best for businesses wanting consistent elevated presence throughout the year. $1,500
- Business website listing
- Featured/enhanced website profile
- Experience category inclusion
- Blog roundup inclusion
- Dedicated EOH blog feature
- Additional blog or seasonal update
- Curated itinerary inclusion (3)
- Social media (2+ features)
- Email newsletter inclusion (spotlight)
- Rural Roadmap direct mailers
- Enhanced direct-mail placement
- Priority for pilots and future features
Story
Best for businesses focused on experience, connection, and storytelling. $750
- Business website listing
- Featured/enhanced website profile
- Experience category inclusion
- Blog roundup inclusion
- Dedicated EOH blog feature
- Additional blog or seasonal update
- Curated itinerary inclusion (2)
- Social media (feature)
- Email newsletter inclusion
- Rural Roadmap direct mailers
- Enhanced direct-mail placement
- Priority for pilots and future features
Presence
Best for businesses looking for simple, affordable visibility. $300
- Business website listing
- Featured/enhanced website profile
- Experience category inclusion
- Blog roundup inclusion
- Dedicated EOH blog feature
- Additional blog or seasonal update
- Curated itinerary inclusion (1)
- Social media (mention)
- Email newsletter inclusion
- Rural Roadmap direct mailers
- Enhanced direct-mail placement
- Priority for pilots and future features
Get Started Today!
Supporting rural Iowa
Show your support for rural Iowa while gaining unparalleled visibility for your community or business. Contact us or call (712) 292-6875.