Cheryl Magazine 2023-24 Media Kit

Inspiration for the Everyday Woman

Cheryl Magazine is a quarterly publication with a focus on highlighting the amazing work of powerful women. Each issue of Cheryl Magazine brings you the grace, class, style, and power of this country’s far-most leading yet unsung women. Some of them you know, some you will come to know, but all of them, gifts to their perspective fields of endeavor. It‘s Inspiration for the Everyday Woman—for women, about women, by women. Cheryl

“Cheryl Magazine provides inspiration, motivation, connection, and powerful stories of phenomenal women that are conquering business, community issues, world problems, and life in general; and doing it in extraordinary ways.”

Cheryl Polote Williamson

Meet our Editor-In-Chief

Cheryl Polote Williamson

Nationally acclaimed, award-winning multi bestselling author, award-winning filmmaker and executive producer, transformational speaker, and success coach Cheryl Polote Williamson is a global leader known for connecting others to their purpose. Owner and editor-in-chief of Cheryl Magazine, she is also founder and CEO of Williamson Media Group, LLC, and Cheryl Polote Williamson, LLC. She is a highly soughtafter influencer, and business leader who is also founder and CEO of Soul Reborn, a highly-recognized award-winning 501(c) (3) non-profit charitable organization that has served tens of thousands.

Williamson tours nationally, motivating varied audiences to release negative strongholds, walk in power, and thrive in purpose. She has received multiple national and international media features and mentions, and several awards for her leadership and literary accomplishments to include: selection as one of the Top 25 Women of Dallas and Female Success Factor Award recipient of 2016, the 2017 and 2018 Indie Author Literary Trailblazer and Indie Author Legacy Awards, the 2018 Global Smashers Award, Who’s Who in Black Dallas Publishing, 2018 African American Literary Award, and the 2020 African American Literary Award for Self-Published Author of the Year. She has been the featured author at the 2016, 2017, and 2018 NAACP National Conventions and the 2017 and 2018 Congressional Black Caucus, and is a 2021 Texas Women’s Foundation Maura Award winner. She has published multiple best selling titles and leads award-winning online communities where others have been inspired and motivated to create or take part in author or co-authorship, volunteerism, entrepreneurial ventures, and philanthropic gestures under her mentorship.

Williamson’s memberships and affiliations include: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, The Links Incorporated (Mid-Cities Chapter), Jack and Jill of America (graduated out), The Walker’s Legacy Group Ambassador, Soul Reborn Charitable Outreach, Non-Fiction Author’s Association, Award-winning Online Communities (mentor for authorship, co-authorship, volunteerism, entrepreneurial ventures, philanthropic gestures), and (formerly) Member of Forbes Coaches Council.

Serving is Cheryl Polote Williamson’s passion, but nothing comes before the love and care she gives to her husband Russ Williamson, her three amazing children, Russ, Jr., Courtney, and Lauren, and two adorable grandbabies, Leah and Russ III.

Our Brands

The Inspired Woman

Cheryl Magazine, a lifestyle and women’s empowerment publication, is a Cheryl Polote Williamson, LLC (CPW) quarterly produced by Williamson Media Group, LLC (WMG) with a brand reach of more than one million. Cheryl Polote Williamson, editor-in-chief, is an internationally acclaimed leader who has garnered business relationships, collaborations, partnerships, ambassadorships, and ventures with conglomerates such as Goldman Sachs, Intuit, PayPal, Facebook, Walker’s Legacy, Coffee Bluff Pictures, Café Mocha Network, and many more.

Established DEC 2020

$3.5 Billion Readership Buying Power

4 Times Yearly

Published Circulation

60,534

Print & Digital

Our Reach

1.1 MILLION+

Across social media, print media, brand ambassadorships, radio, television, and film.

With an ever-expanding brand reach and a demographic of 75% Women 25-65 and 25% Men 40-65, Cheryl Magazine seeks to have global impact operating as an information and resource channel for business leaders, small business owners and entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, coaches, and those working in the varied areas of media. Included are spotlights on powerful women and women sparking change on the local, national, and international level; human-interest stories; financial news and information; fashion, education, health, family, business, and entertainment features.

Cheryl Magazine also looks to provide opportunities to connect and collaborate through the CPW and WMG teams, with the many amazing leading women you will discover throughout its pages.

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Cheryl Magazine Media Kit | 2023-24

WOMEN OF PURPOSE, POWER, AND INFLUENCE - COVER STORIES

Spring/Summer 2021 Michele Thornton Ghee Ebony/JET CEO

Fall 2021 Stevie Swain CEO and Financial Consulting Expert

Winter 2021 - Dual Cover Kimberly Bizor Tolbert City Manager Chief of Staff, Dallas, TX Entrepreneur

Winter 2021 - Dual Cover Tanya Turner Bestselling Author and CEO

Summer 2022

Michele Thornton Ghee VP of Hallmark Mahogany

Spring 2022 Jasmine Sanders Radio Host

Winter 2021-22 Kim Fields Actress

Summer 2022 Danette Anthony Reed PresidentAlpha Kappa Alpha, Incorporated

Winter 2022 Cheryl Polote Williamson Editor-In-Chief Cheryl Magazine

2023

- 2024 EDITORIAL

Tabitha Brown

It’s the Tabitha Takeover Actress, entrepreneur, and social media personality.

Winter 2023 Issue Making a Mark That Can Never Be Erased!

On the Cover: Cheryl Magazine owner and editor-in-chief Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson, international business leader, television and radio personality, award-winning executive producer and filmmaker

Inside the Issue -

15X- Grammy Award winner with thirty-one Grammy nominations, twentyeight GMA Dove Awards, and sixteen Stellar Awards, CeCe Winans, the Queen of Gospel.

Damita Chandler, the heart and soul of the Deitrick Haddon and Voices of Unity era, and 3X-cancer survivor.

On Sale Date: November 30 to February 28

Drop to Digital Subscribers: November 19

Mailed to Subscribers: November 22 to November 30

Article Submission Deadline: September 13

Advertisement Space Reservation Deadline: September 20

Advertisement Artwork Deadline: September 30

Goes to Print: November 10

Spring 2023 Issue Love and Light

On the Cover: America’s comforting and calming mom Tabitha Brown, actress, thriving entrepreneur, brand maven, and social media personality.

On Sale Date: February 28 to May 31

Drop to Digital Subscribers: February 21

Mailed to Subscribers: February 21 to February 28

Article Submission Deadline: December 13

Advertisement Space Reservation Deadline: December 20

Advertisement Artwork Deadline: December 30

Hard Deadline Extension: January 13

Goes to Print: February 10

Summer 2023 Issue

It’s a Cool, Cool Summer—Inspiration, Self-Actualization, Fulfillment, and Escape.

On the Cover: Angel Rich, author and the founder and CEO of The Wealth Factory, a ‘fintech’ company that designs educational technology games, to enhance financial literacy and workforce development.

On Sale Date: May 31 to August 31

Drop to Digital Subscribers: May 20

Mailed to Subscribers: May 23 to May 31

Article Submission Deadline: March 14

Advertisement Space Reservation Deadline: March 21

Advertisement Artwork Deadline: March 31

Goes to Print: May 10

Fall 2023 Issue

Don’t Be Afraid of Your Journey. Be Dynamic. Make History.

On the Cover: Cynthia Marshall, chief executive officer of the Dallas Mavericks and the first Black female CEO in the history of the National Basketball Association.

On Sale Date: August 31 to November 30

Drop to Digital Subscribers: August 19

Mailed to Subscribers: August 22 to August 31

Article Submission Deadline: June 13

Advertisement Space Reservation Deadline: June 20

Advertisement Artwork Deadline: June 30

Goes to Print: August 10

Winter 2024 Issue:

The Secret to Joy: Simple Ways To Celebrate Life.

On the Cover: Niecy Nash-Betts, Emmy award-winning actress, comedian, and television host.

On Sale Date: November 30 to February 28

Drop to Digital Subscribers: November 19

Mailed to Subscribers: November 22 to November 30

Article Submission Deadline: September 13

Advertisement Space Reservation Deadline: September 20

Advertisement Artwork Deadline: September 30

Goes to Print: November 10

A LOOK INSIDE

Contents

The 2023-24 Season will continue to highlight the triumphs of remarkable women in their fields. Some highlights include:

LIFESTYLE

From family to finance, Cheryl Magazine provides readers with insights to help strengthen and empower your life

Daddy Issues with Tess Alexandria

#GirlPower!

Highlighting young female moguls with Traci Henderson Smith

FEATURES

Interviews, tips, business, and the latest in entertainment.

Business Sense & Sensibility

Focus on Mental Health

Foxxy Wizdom with Charmaine Roots Castillo

Money Talk with Roni M. Benjamin

Style Matters with Keri Henderson

The Gentleman’s Voice

What Women Should Know Sound advice from male influencers

Aging Well

Inside Each Issue: Exclusives, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Social Justice, Community Outreach, Faith & Family, Human Interest, and more!

ADVERTISE

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* Speak with your Sales Representatives about our Value Added Options for multiple ad insertions.

• Banner Ad

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2023-24 Ad Specifications

Print Ad Requirements

Finished Print Size: 8.25″ x 10.75″

Covers

Live Area - 7.75″ x 10″

Ad Size - 8.25″ x 10.75″

Bleed Area - 8.5″ x 11″

Full Page Ad

Live Area - 7.75″ x 10″

Ad Size - 8.25″ x 10.75″

Bleed Area - 8.5” x 11″

1/2 Horizontal

Live Area - 7.75″ x 5″

Ad Size - 8.25″ x 5.25″

Bleed Area - 8.5″ x 5.5″

FILE FORMAT REQUIREMENTS

• Acrobat (PDF files with fonts embedded)

• InDesign (INDD or IDML files with accompanying links and fonts included)

• Illustrator (EPS or AI files)

• Photoshop (PSD)

• All fonts should be outlined

• Files should be a minimum of 300 DPI

• Please follow all live area and bleed requirements.

COLOR REQUIREMENTS

All files must be print ready. Files should be formatted in CMYK (Cyan/Magenta/Yellow/Black) mode. RGB Files will not be accepted.

NOTE: No text, logos or important information should go outside of the LIVE AREA. Cheryl Magazine is not responsible for information that falls outside the live area.

COVER FULL PAGE

1/2 PAGE AD

Bleed 8.5″ x 5.5″

2023-24 Ad Specifications

Digital Mini Mag Requirements

Please provide the following:

1. 500-750 words

2. 3-5 high-resolution images

3. Bio

4. Half or Full Page Ad

Author’s Corner Requirements

Please provide the following:

1. An excerpt directly from your book with page number

2. 150 word count

3. A high-resolution image of your book cover

4. A three-line bio

5. Book available at:

DIGITAL AND AUTHOR’S CORNER FILE FORMAT

• All copy should be provided as a Microsoft Word Document

• Times New Roman , 10 point

• Images should be TIFF, PNG, or JPEG format

• Images should be a minimum of 300 DPI

• Files should be a minimum of 1 MB. KB files are acceptable if they are at 300 DPI. No thumbnail images or web pulls.

NOTE: Files from your photographer should be full resolution downloads. Do not send the thumbnails from your proof sheets.

FILE SUBMISSION

Files must be emailed or sent via a large file transfer platform. Acceptable are: WeTransfer, Hightail, DropBox or Box. Please do not send or forward Google drive links.

Send all artwork to art@cherylmagazine.com.

Glossary of Terms

On sale date: The date range the magazine is displayed at retail locations for sale.

Mailed to subscribers date: The date range in which we deliver to the post office.

Gap Mailing: Once you subscribe, we will mail you the current issue within 7-14 business days. You may also purchase the current issue at www.cherylmagazine.com.

Article submission deadline: The deadline for our writers to submit their column, story, or article to be included in this issue.

Advertisement space reservation deadline: The date we need all advertisements intended for the current issue, finalized and confirmed.

Advertisement artwork deadline: The last date to submit artwork for the current issue. All artwork submitted after this deadline will be held for the following issue.

Goes to print: The date the current magazine issue is sent to the printer.

Example of the difference between a high and low resolution image.

300

DPI

72 DPI