Advertising
Customized Newspaper Advertising (CNA) is the advertising service of the Iowa Newspaper Association, connecting businesses with Iowa’s most trusted local news audiences across print and digital platforms.
We are experts in planning and placement of print and digital media in any market, whether local, regional, or national, with the data, tools, and relationships to make every campaign work harder. Whether you are a business looking to reach Iowa consumers or a member newspaper building advertising solutions, CNA is your partner from strategy to placement.
Explore everything CNA has to offer below, from state and national advertising solutions and market research to audience data, campaign planning tools, and direct access to our advertising team.
State & National Advertising Solutions
Customized Newspaper Advertising acts as an extension of your sales staff, working hard to secure NEW business from regional and national companies for your products. CNA drives revenue by making newspaper placement easy for clients and advertising agencies, providing strategy, research and placement services.
One call. One buy.
Audience & Reach Data
Customized Newspaper Advertising regularly commissions statewide surveys to gauge consumers’ media usage habits as a tool for sales staff to continue the mission of advancing the economic well-being of newspapers. In 2025, CNA commissioned Coda Ventures, to conduct a market research study in the state of Iowa.
Plan My Ad Campaign
Customized Newspaper Advertising offers member newspapers and other media the opportunity to participate in the statewide newspaper networks. This is a revenue-generating opportunity for your newspaper or media organization. Ask us how to join or sell the newspaper networks at networks@cnaads.com.
Advertising FAQ
Curious about CNA or other advertising issues? Here are frequently asked questions and answers.
Contact Advertising Team
Learn more about the CNA and how it can collaborate with your media organization.
Press Release Service
INA’s Press Release Service gives you the option to select groups of newspapers, radio stations, television stations, or all media. It’s a great way to save you time and money!
Market Research
The Iowa Newspaper Association is regularly involved in market research for media statewide. Learn more about the latest numbers and how they may impact your organization.
Advertising Guidelines For Categories
Some types of advertising are subject to certain parameters. Learn more about the advertising guidelines for each category of media ad.