Classified Ads Module
Classified Ads That Generate Predictable Non-Dues Revenue
Let members post jobs, sell equipment, and advertise services directly through your catalog while you collect automated payments, maintain quality control, and generate consistent revenue.
Stop Losing Revenue to Manual Ad Management
If you’re manually invoicing advertisers, copying job postings from emails, or chasing expired listings, you’re working too hard for revenue that should run on autopilot.
Many teams struggle with:
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- The Payment Gap: Manually invoicing for every ad instead of using automatic payment processing through your integrated catalog leads to lost time and missed revenue opportunities.
- Disjointed Experiences: Forcing members to create a separate login just to post a job or sell equipment.
- Admin Overload: Spending hours reviewing, editing, and formatting posts that should be automated.
- Missed Revenue: Failing to offer member-specific pricing or bundles because the software is too rigid.
Predictable Non-Dues Revenue on Autopilot
Turn catalog space into consistent revenue without adding work. Whether you charge $50 per job posting or offer premium placement upgrades, every transaction flows through your existing payment gateway with automatic processing, member discounts, and detailed reporting.
- Post: The user fills out a simple form and pays via your integrated catalog.
- Approve: Your team gets a notification to review the post for quality.
- Launch: Once approved, the ad is live and searchable.
- Manage: Ads automatically expire based on your settings, or users can mark them as completed to keep the board fresh.
And because it’s built into your unified CE21 platform, you’ll see classified revenue alongside membership dues, event registrations, and course sales, with all the data in the same reports and no spreadsheet merging required.
A Marketplace That Runs Itself
Because CE21’s Classified Ads Module shares the same unified database as your LMS, AMS, and Events platform, everything just works. No integrations, no data sync issues, no member frustration.
- Total Content Control: While the posting is self-service, you keep the final say. A simple staff review and approval process ensures every ad meets your standards before it goes live.
- Seamless Member Access: Your members use their existing single login to post and manage ads. No new passwords to remember.
- Smart Pricing Tiers: Automatically offer discounts to members while charging non-members a premium. You can even set up special pricing for specific companies or groups.
- Premium Ads: Offer premium ad posting options, including bold titles, customized background colors, and the ability to pin ads to the top.
- Flexible Categories: Whether you are hosting a simple job board, selling used medical equipment, or listing office space, you can create searchable categories that make sense for your specific industry.
A Modern Experience Your Members Will Actually Use
Your members expect the same seamless experience they get from Amazon or Netflix. CE21’s Classified Ads delivers that professional, intuitive interface by making posting and browsing ads effortless on any device.
- Mobile-Ready Browsing: Whether reviewing job postings during their commute or listing equipment from their iPad, members get a fast, responsive experience that works anywhere.
- Self-Service Editing: When a position is filled or an item sells, members update or close their ads instantly with no emails to your staff, no delays, and no back-and-forth.
- Searchable Intelligence: Users can quickly filter by category to find exactly what they need, from career opportunities to specialized services.
See How Classified Ads Fits Your Revenue Strategy
Whether you’re looking to generate $10K or $100K+ annually in non-dues revenue, CE21’s Classified Ads Module adapts to your needs. Set it up once and let it run.
Schedule a personalized demo to see pricing tiers, approval workflows, and reporting features in action.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do classified ads generate non-dues revenue for professional associations?
CE21’s Classified Ads Module transforms your catalog into a revenue-generating marketplace by allowing members and non-members to purchase ad space for job postings, equipment sales, and service listings. Every ad posted flows through your existing payment gateway with automatic processing, so your association collects revenue 24/7 without manual invoicing or chasing payments. CE21 clients typically charge $50-$200 per job posting, with options for premium placements, creating thousands in predictable monthly non-dues revenue.
Can members manage their classified ads without requiring staff support?
Yes. CE21’s Classified Ads Module is designed as a self-service system where members use their existing CE21 login to post, edit, and manage their own ads. Members can update job descriptions, mark items as sold, or close completed listings instantly, all without emailing your staff. Your team maintains full control through a simple approval workflow before ads go live, but day-to-day management happens automatically. This eliminates the administrative burden while ensuring quality standards.
Does CE21's Classified Ads integrate with our existing LMS and AMS?
CE21’s Classified Ads Module does more than just integrate. It shares the exact same unified database as your Learning Management System (LMS), Association Management System (AMS), and Events platform. This means there’s no integration to set up, no data synchronization issues, and no middleware costs. When a member posts a job, that activity is immediately visible in their member profile, transaction history, and your unified reports. Unlike competitors who bolt together separate systems, CE21 built everything on one platform from the ground up.
What types of classified ads work best for professional associations?
CE21’s Classified Ads Module supports any category that serves your members’ professional needs. The most common are job boards for career opportunities, equipment marketplaces for buying and selling professional tools or medical devices, office space listings, and service directories for consultants or vendors. CE21 lets you create custom searchable categories specific to your industry, whether that’s legal practices for sale, CE course instructor opportunities, or specialized healthcare equipment. The flexibility ensures the module adapts to your association’s unique needs.
How does pricing work for member vs non-member classified ads?
CE21’s Classified Ads Module includes smart pricing tiers built into your catalog. You set member pricing (often discounted 25-50%), non-member pricing, and even custom rates for specific companies or groups. The system automatically applies the correct pricing based on the user’s membership status with no manual verification needed. You can also offer premium ad options like bold titles, colored backgrounds, or pinned-to-top placement at higher price points. All pricing is managed through your existing CE21 e-commerce system with the same payment gateways you already use.
What happens if a classified ad doesn't meet our quality standards?
CE21’s Classified Ads Module includes a staff approval workflow that gives your team final say before any ad goes live. When a member submits an ad and completes payment, your staff receives a notification to review the content. You can approve it as is, request edits, or reject it if it doesn’t meet your standards. This ensures every listing maintains your association’s professional reputation while still offering members the convenience of self-service posting. Plus, CE21 automatically handles ad expiration based on your settings, keeping your marketplace fresh without manual cleanup.