• RELOCATION TIPS

• HEALTH CARE

• EDUCATION

• CHILD CARE

• SENIOR LIFESTYLES

• RELIGION

• TRANSPORTATION

• COUNTY PROFILES

• NEW HOUSING

• SITES & ATTRACTIONS

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GREATER PITTSBURGH’S

RELOCATION GUIDE

The most informative, entertaining and comprehensive resource on

living, working and having fun in the Greater Pittsburgh Region.

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From history to housing, education to religion or

health care to finance, the variety of topics covered

present our community in a well-mixed package

of facts, photos and feature stories. Metroguide’s

comprehensive listings give readers an at-a-glance

overview of big issues like school systems and health

care as well as the smaller things — like county

profiles, relocation tips or sites and attractions.

WHAT IT ALL ADDS UP TO FOR YOU AS AN ADVERTISER...

• An interested, motivated audience — attentive to your advertising message.

• A unique reach and coverage of newcomers and residents — a complex market to identify and attract.

• A quality editorial and artistic format — a successful advertising vehicle to market your products and services.

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For the newcomer, the Metroguide delivers necessary answers to many anxious questions like how to prepare for a move, where to find new housing and how to make that new house a home. Truly, it is the informational resource for individuals and families new to our area.

The Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide is as much about fun as it is about function. In our go! section you’ll get a complete, personal tour of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s many attractions — from amusement parks to zoos and ballparks. The annual “Must-Sees” spotlight interesting and entertaining sites for discovery. go! also covers the arts and cultural scene, sports, parks and music.

After you take a look at the Metroguide you’ll know why realtors like Berkshire Hathaway and Howard Hanna Real Estate, corporations like Dollar Bank and UPMC, and professional organizations like the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce and the Pittsburgh Technology Council exclusively use the Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide when clients and newcomers ask for regional information.

Total Distribution: 80,000 copies annually

Chambers of Commerce & Economic Development OrganizationsThe Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce is a major resource for relocating families and individuals and exclusively offers the Metroguide as its informational guide for individuals and businesses requesting information on our region. VisitPittsburgh and the Allegheny County Department of Development are also part of this distribution group.

Residential Real Estate CompaniesReal estate companies target relocating individuals, families and businesses and utilize the Metroguide in their newcomer packets as an invaluable handbook on regional living. Howard Hanna Real Estate, Northwood Realty and Berkshire Hathaway showcase our region by using the Metroguide in their marketing efforts.

Banks & Financial InstitutionsRegional financial institutions use the Metroguide in their economic development and relocation departments which specialize in reaching new individuals and businesses.

Relocation & Welcome OrganizationsAbout Pittsburgh, VisitPittsburgh and other “relocation/welcome” organizations use the Metroguide to introduce the many products and services available to newcomers.

Employers & Human Resource ProfessionalsAs an economic development tool or an informational resource for new employees, the Metroguide is distributed by colleges and universities, hospitals and major corporations. This is a major part of our distribution network and includes organizations like Magee Womens Hospital, UPMC, Bayer Corporation, Duquesne Light, University of Pittsburgh, USX, and Smithkline Beecham.

Area HotelsThe Metroguide can also be found in regional hotels and outlets at the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport.

...metroguideThe most comprehensive, entertaining and informative resource on living, working

and having fun in Southwestern Pennsylvania, combined with the most effective and

efficient distribution network, means Metroguide advertisers get results!

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“What a terrific informational resource for the Chamber to distribute as a welcoming guide for newcomers to Southwestern Pennsylvania! I have presented the Metroguide across the country with very favorable comments. In fact, I don’t know that there is a better looking, more informative publication out there of this type. Thanks for the great effort.”

— Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce

“The Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide is an excellent publication. Thefamilies that Getting to the Point, Inc. assist in relocating to Pittsburgh find it

to be a meaningful resource.”

— Getting to the Point: Partners in Relocating

“As the technology industries in Pittsburgh continue to grow, attracting experienced technical and management talent is vital to the region’s ability to remain competitive. The Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide is a tremendous recruiting tool for growth companies looking to attract people from around the country. The guide offers a variety of important and useful information needed to make relocation decisions.”

— Pittsburgh Technology Council

“Just wanted to tell you how pleased we have been with the Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide as an advertising vehicle. We utilize your publication to enhance the image and awareness of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services in Pittsburgh, particularly our expertise in Relocation Services. Knowing of your tremendous relationship with the Greater Pittsburgh

Chamber of Commerce and the respect the Metroguide has earned in this region, we’re happy to be part of your stable of advertisers.”

— Howard Hanna Real Estate

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