Creative Loafing Charlotte is an independent digital publication covering business, finance, AI, science, health, housing, innovation and the people and companies shaping the Carolinas and beyond.
Why partner with CLCLT?
Reach readers who actively seek useful reporting on companies, technologies, industries, scientific advances and better living. We work with aligned organizations on clearly identified display advertising, topic sponsorships and educational advertising.
Our Editorial Focus
CLCLT offers advertisers an opportunity to align with independent coverage of business, science, technology, health, housing, design and innovation. Sponsorship opportunities are tailored to the topic, available placement and agreed campaign goals. Campaign scope, placements and deliverables are established through an individual written proposal.
Sponsorship options
| Program | What is included |
|---|---|
| Founding Industry Partner pilot | Indicative $1,500/month for an initial three-month term, subject to written agreement, inventory and deliverables. Relevant sponsor-branded placement plus available monthly campaign reporting. |
| Sponsored education | Clearly labeled, factual partner-created explainers or other approved sponsored content, with editorial separation and additional quotation. |
| Display advertising | Agreed placement, campaign duration, creative specifications and reporting, subject to available inventory. |
| Newsletter sponsorship | Available only after a newsletter audience, delivery and inventory are verified. No current subscriber count is represented as ready for paid inventory. |
Topics and prospective sponsor fit
- AI, software, technology infrastructure, cybersecurity and professional services.
- Charlotte companies, finance, commercial real estate, entrepreneurship and industrial innovation.
- Health systems, medical technology, environmental health, construction and healthy buildings.
- Research institutions, education, design and technology-focused professional events.
What advertisers receive
Every proposal identifies the placement, scope, term, creative responsibilities, price and metrics available for reporting. We do not promise leads, sales, independent editorial coverage, favorable recommendations or undisclosed brand endorsements.
Request a media proposal
Include your company name, website, target audience, desired industry placement, objectives and approximate campaign dates. Our team will respond with available inventory and written terms.
Advertising contact: service@clclt.com. Editorial independence: Read our Editorial Standards and AI Transparency and Disclosures. Published by Womack Digital LLC.