Submissions
Want to be featured in Chicago Planner Magazine? Have a great industry tip or info to share? We are always looking to feature great news stories, and relevant information about the industry. Please see our current submission requests below. We also accept open submissions or topics.
We suggest you email us your topic for approval before submitting a full article. Submissions may not have been published previously.
*Submissions must have an informational value and may not be selling any products, or services. CPM considers promotional content to include (but not be limited to) information specific to your business, pricing information, focus on the specific services of your business, etc. If you wish to promote your brand, event, or space, please inquire about our advertising opportunities.
Topics We Are Always Looking For:
- New Venues
- Industry News (law changes, up & coming info)
- Planner Features – know a great planner who is worthy of being featured? Tell us about them and why we should feature them. Planner submissions may not be made by the planner or company – they must be nominated.
Send Your Submissions to in**@ch********************.com
Current Submission Requests/Upcoming Issues
Wedding Guide Series (August Release) – Final Submission Date: Friday, August 17, 2018
The Ultimate Groom’s Guide
- Gifts for Groomsman
- Bachelor Party Ideas
- Gay Weddings – What You Wish Planners Knew When Dealing with the LGTB community
The Perfect Bride Guide
- Planners: What is the most common thing you wish your brides/grooms were prepared with/knew ahead of time when they came to you to plan their wedding?” Looking for 1-2 sentences
- Gifts for Bridesmaids
- How to Handle a Bridal Party That Doesn’t Get Along
- What Do You Wish You Did Differently for your Wedding Registry or what is something you’re happy you did?
- Bachelorette Party Ideas
Food, Venue & Entertainment Guide
- Did you have a unique wedding cake? Submit a photo!
September/October 2018 Issue – Final Submission Date: Monday, August 27, 2018
- New Venues
- Planner Submissions
- Industry News
- Destination Holiday Parties (the biggest holiday parties for top companies)
Halloween Mini Guide 2018 – Final Submissions Date: Friday, September 28, 2018
- Best Adult Halloween Parties in Chicago
- Haunted Houses in Chicago
November/December 2018 Issue – Final Submissions Date: Thursday, October 18, 2018
- Fall Weddings
Warm Destinations – Final Submissions Date: TBD
- Your Favorite, Professional Travel Bag
- Innovative Travel Products
- Your Favorite Travel Products
- Your #1 Reason for Not Taking a Vacation
New Year’s 2019 Mini Guide – Final Submissions Date: TBD
- Best New Year’s Eve Parties in Chicago
January/February 2019 Issue – Final Submissions Date: Monday, December 17, 2018
- TBD
Spring 2019 Wedding Guide Series – Final Submissions Date: TBD
- Real Wedding Submissions
May/June 2019 Issue – Final Submissions Date: TBD
- TBD
July/August 2019 Issue – Final Submissions Date: TBD
- TBD
Send Your Own Submissions
Have a great idea, or information to share with us? Send your submission to in**@ch********************.com
*Submissions must have an informational value and may not be selling any products, or services. CPM considers promotional content to include (but not be limited to) information specific to your business, pricing information, focus on the specific services of your business, etc. If you wish to promote your brand, event, or space, please inquire about our advertising opportunities.