Question:
I am a graphic designer looking to expand my client base, do you have any suggestions as to how I might go about this?

M.P.

Answer:
This is a great question. Here are a few resources that may be beneficial:

• You could purchase a targeted mailing list from a list company. Creative Access in Chicago has targeted lists relating to our industry. John Butsch, the President of Creative Access can be reached at (312) 440-1140.
• You could also contact a regional Printing Industries of America affiliate to see if they might have some recommendations (www.gain.net).
• Another option is to contact print production clubs/associations in the areas you are targeting to see if they make their member lists available. We have an extensive listing of such production clubs/assocations in the Great Resources section of our e-community. Click here to view the current listings.