‘Print Sherpa‘ is the name of our specialized postcard marketing department in our company, ‘The Brand Sherpas‘, is our legal company name. As a legal DBA registered in Oregon, Print Sherpa handles everything from ad design and onboarding to final printing and USPS EDDM mailing. We’re passionate about helping local businesses succeed, and our tactical, hands-on approach ensures that every campaign is executed flawlessly.

Our 9×12 cooperative marketing postcard is a professionally designed direct mail marketing tool created exclusively for local business owners (especially home service contractors). Each postcard is printed in a 9×12 format and features 16 equal ad spots (8 on the front and 8 on the back) that are distributed among businesses from a single industry—ensuring that you don’t compete with direct competitors on the same card.

We use the United States Postal Service’s Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) program combined with advanced, high-quality geographic and demographic data. Our research focuses on medium to high-income neighborhoods, so your ad reaches homeowners who are most likely to need your services. This targeted approach delivers exposure that far exceeds what most digital efforts can guarantee.

Each postcard has 16 available ad spots priced at $500 each. We strictly enforce a “one industry per postcard” rule to avoid direct competition. Spots are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring fairness and a competitive advantage. If any advertiser is found to be misrepresenting their industry to secure a spot already taken by a competitor, our team will remove them without refund—unless it’s a genuine mistake, in which case we’ll work to get you on an available card immediately or offer a refund/credit.

• Guaranteed Local Reach: Your ad is mailed directly to targeted households, giving you guaranteed exposure.
• Cost Efficiency: It’s a one-time cost rather than recurring digital ad spend, the cost is shared across 16 participating members.
• Community Connection: Sharing the postcard with other local businesses builds community ties and can lead to mutual referrals.
• Enhanced Tracking: Each ad spot can include a unique QR code, which allows you to track customer engagement (although scanning is optional for the end-user).

• Step 1: Browse the interactive co-op page to see available spots.
• Step 2: Add your chosen ad spot(s) to the cart. We use a fast, mobile-friendly shopping cart solution powered by Snipcart for a seamless experience.
• Step 3: Payment is securely processed via Stripe. On your billing statement, you’ll see “The Brand Sherpas”—our parent company.
• Step 4: After purchase, you will receive an onboarding form to provide the artwork and information needed to complete your ad.

Currently, ad spots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. However, if you’re interested in establishing a recurring presence or reserving multiple spots over time, please contact our support team. We can discuss options that suit your business goals and help secure long-term exposure.

The $500 fee covers your ad spot along with our streamlined design, printing, and mailing services per our Print Sherpa Standard Operating Procedures.

Private Targeted Campaigns:
If the standard co-op postcard ad spots are fully booked in your area, you can opt for a private targeted campaign. This approach means you would carry the entire cost and receive a fully custom (non-templated) design tailored to your unique needs. Because this option involves bespoke artwork and design work, it carries additional fees and longer production times—but it offers maximum flexibility and personalization.

Templated Ad Solutions with Streamlined Onboarding:
Our primary “Co-Op” method uses a variety of pre-designed templates. These templates have been specifically created for optimal print quality and efficiency, ensuring that your ad is produced quickly and without printing issues. By simply completing our onboarding form, you provide all the necessary data, and your information is automatically implemented into one of our templates, by our team. This process is designed to keep production moving smoothly while ensuring consistent quality and guaranteed exposure for a very competitive price.

• Why Use Our Templates?
  
  • Speed & Efficiency: The templated process reduces delays and minimizes errors in print production.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: For the price you pay, you receive extensive exposure without the recurring costs of digital campaigns.
  • Flexibility: If you’re not completely satisfied with the templated ad, we’ll work with you to make adjustments—but keep in mind this trade-off helps us maintain fast turnaround times and reliable results.
  • Design Examples: You can view examples of our design templates, so you know exactly what to expect.

Whether you choose a private targeted campaign or our streamlined templated solution, our goal is to ensure you get the best possible exposure and a hassle-free experience with our postcard marketing. We’re committed to helping you reach the right homeowners while making the process as simple and effective as possible.