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Shoot Hearts at the One You Love with Pocket Cupid for iPhone
Extrafeet Inc. today announced the release of Pocket Cupid for iPhone. Pocket Cupid shoots arrows at whoever or whatever you point your camera at. The target explodes with a halo of hearts. Pictures can be saved and Tweeted or posted to Facebook. Pocket Cupid is available in the App Store. - February 14, 2012 - Extrafeet, inc.
Joint Venture Partners in America and Thailand Announce the Launch of OutThai.com - a Social Network for Gay People of Thailand and Their Supporters in the United States
The creation of OutThai.com was motivated by the company's popular American site OutMilitary.com, which has a large number of Thai members. OutThai.com looks to satisfy a growing demand for gay social networking between Thailand and the United States. - February 14, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Epiphanies, YMCA of Greater Boston to Offer Social Marketing Workshop for Business Leaders, Passionate Professionals
Epiphanies, Inc., in partnership with the YMCA of Greater Boston, presents an all-new workshop, "Igniting Your Social Marketing Matrix: How to Set Up, Optimize, and Unleash the Power of Social Media to Amplify Your Brand, Expand Your Audience, and Increase Your Profits." The workshop takes place at the Todaro Leadership Center in Mirror Lake, NH from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday, 2/28/12. To register, go to http://aha.to/IgniteYMCA. - February 14, 2012 - Epiphanies, Inc.
John Spencer Ellis Website Offers 7 Tips for Improving Fitness and Personal Training Websites in Just 10 Minutes
Ten minutes and seven tactics is all it takes to markedly improve a fitness, personal training or coaching website. Fitness guru John Spencer Ellis now shares these top tips online. - February 14, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Instant Checkmate Surpasses 100,000 Subscribers in Under a Year
The meteoric rise of Instant Checkmate has recently been punctuated by hitting a major milestone, years ahead of schedule. The Las Vegas based company attributes its success to great customer service, aggressive goal setting and follow through, the growth of social media, and good timing. - February 10, 2012 - Instant Checkmate
WishDates - Smart Social Network of a New Generation
WishDates is a smart social networking service for meeting new people, finding new friends nearby and communicating throughout the social web. And, you also get to stay in touch with those friends you already have in other social networks. WishDates maximizes the advantages of the social media resources and cutting edge technologies, bringing you an experience unlike ever before. - February 10, 2012 - HumanCloud
Facebook Pocket Guide Ideal for Overwhelmed Marketers
Colorado-based Customer Insight Group, a leading strategic marketing consulting firm that helps companies engage, keep and grow profitable customer relationships, has published their Facebook Pocket Guide online. - February 10, 2012 - Customer Insight Group
Facebook App That Sensationalizes Seniors
Hello! Home Care launched an exciting new way to connect seniors with the World Wide Web via stories of senior citizens that are extraordinary, quirky or ordinarily interesting. - February 10, 2012 - Hello! Home Care
Islington Chamber of Commerce, Rowan Arts and Creative Islington Launch the #LoveIslington Twitter Campaign
The Rowan Arts Project, The Islington Chamber of Commerce and Creative Islington are passionate about Islington. With its vibrant streets and diverse population there are so many reasons to fall in love with the borough. From the creative arts to the industrious commercial hubs that make up the fabric of Islington, Rowan Arts and the ICoC are keen to celebrate the borough in the month of love. - February 10, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
Jim Henderson Set to Speak on Social Media Marketing
Owner and President of William C. Huff Companies, Jim Henderson, will be speaking about LinkedIn and social media at the Above Board Chamber luncheon on February 13th. - February 08, 2012 - William C. Huff Companies
Bizodo.com Announces New Facebook Element
Bizodo (online form builder with cloud based data management tools), announced the release of a new Facebook feature which allows users to market their forms on Facebook with a click of a button. - February 08, 2012 - bizodo.com
Carter Group Keynote Speaker and Author Explains Facebook in Media
Carter Group CEO Brian Carter, author of the recently published book "The Like Economy: How Businesses Make Money With Facebook," has recently been tapped by a series of national media outlets to answer questions about trends and developments with Facebook. Dan Schawbel of Forbes... - February 06, 2012 - The Carter Group
Stigmatter Launches Blog Writing Service
Blog management is an important aspect of an online business. Realizing this potential, Stigmatter launched its own blog writing services. Apart from this, the company also manages the social media of its client. - February 05, 2012 - Stigmatter
An App for Using Social Media After Death
www.immortum.com, a social media facebook app allows social media interactions even after people have died. Immortum allows people to store messages and publish them later including after death. The published messages are posted on their personal blog as well as the facebook wall. One user has claimed to have posted a secret message for his grand-child who may not be born for another 30 years. Another user has posted an undisclosed message for her very young daughter’s wedding years in advance. - February 04, 2012 - Maxelerator Ltd
Former Television Producer Teaches Film Basics to San Diego Small Business Owners
Former Co-Producer of the John Kerwin Show in Los Angeles, assists small business owners with creating professionally done videos for their websites and vlogs. With video becoming more prevalent, the Do it Yourself Video is popping up everywhere. Creating videos that are compelling and don't look like an amateur's work is challenging. An expert in the industry teaches the entrepreneur how to create video without looking like an amateur. - February 03, 2012 - EveGreyProductions L.L.C.
Chambers Stevens Tweets the Super Bowl XLVI
Innovative International, the Worldwide leader in social networking is proud to announce that Chambers Stevens will be tweeting reviews of the Super Bowl commercials in real time. Every year, the Super Bowl features the most lucrative advertising space on television. This year, a 30 second spot... - February 03, 2012 - the Chambie Awards
90octane Recognized as 2011 Best Social Media Company by Ad Club Denver
The Denver conversion-driven marketing agency was recognized at The Fifty by Ad Club Denver last week. - February 03, 2012 - 90octane
Ajax Union SEO Company Presents Free Social Media Webinar for Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Ajax Union, an SEO company in Brooklyn, N.Y., is offering a free upcoming webinar with a focus on Twitter. - February 02, 2012 - Ajax Union Online Marketing
Popularity Propels ProBoards to 2011 Best-in-Class
Internet Discussion Forums Surge in Popularity as Free Forum Host Captures Coveted Industry Accolade - February 01, 2012 - ProBoards
Tiny Prints Affiliate Program, Managed by Acceleration Partners, Wins the 2012 Exceptional Merchant Award
Tiny Prints (www.tinyprints.com), a brand of Shutterfly, took home “Exceptional Merchant” honors from the annual Affiliate Summit earlier this month. Recognized for their industry-leading affiliate marketing program, designed and managed by Acceleration Partners, Tiny Prints competed... - January 31, 2012 - Acceleration Partners
Robert Brandzen with Maximize Revenue Inc Introduces Free Local On-Site Internet Marketing Consultation for Businesses in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Maximize Revenue Inc provides customized internet marketing solutions to help businesses maximize their exposure on the internet and within the community. By visiting with businesses to learn about their vision, together they identify the best ways for a company to maximize revenue. - January 29, 2012 - Maximize Revenue, Inc.
FiPath for Advisors™ to Offer Social Media Archiving Service Through Arkovi
Provides members with a way to store, monitor and analyze their social media content in a compliant manner - January 27, 2012 - FiPath
Religion Communicators Council Takes on Social Media
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council recently met and heard from Ben Vos about how to get involved in the social media scene. - January 26, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Equals6 Announces 20 "Top Talent" Scholarship Winners
More than 30 new scholarships available at equals6.com. - January 21, 2012 - Equals6.com
Unite or Die Again! in Freedom, CA
"America has reached a critical stage in it’s evolution...or devolution as most would agree." "Every label reads made in China, or India, Guatemala, etc. Once thriving, economically sound industrial cities are going bankrupt and closing down. An educated, and fully experienced... - January 18, 2012 - Unite or Die Again
2012 Social Media Outlook Webinar Series Slated to Begin in First Quarter
Colorado-area marketers can start their social media efforts on the right foot in 2012, thanks to a new webinar series being presented by Sallie Burnett, President of Customer Insight Group, a leading strategic marketing consulting firm that helps companies engage, keep and grow profitable customer... - January 18, 2012 - Customer Insight Group
Hudson Horizons Launches Social Media Plan for Get Interviews
Top NJ Web Development Firm Announces Latest Social Media Campaign - January 17, 2012 - Hudson Horizons
Trade Publishing Professionals Form Social Media Services Company for Industrial Suppliers
Social media’s potential for the industrial marketplace—and what some companies that have begun tapping into it have already achieved—inspired them to create a business focusing on just that. - January 17, 2012 - Semplice Industry Marketing
Fitness Business Coach Offers Fitness Marketing Predictions for 2012
John Spencer Ellis, a fitness and personal development guru, offers a variety of fitness marketing predictions for 2012, many focused on value, online and social media trends. Personal trainers and other fitness pros can take advantage of packaged solutions for reaching more fitness clients at http://www.clientgrabber.com - January 16, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The International Triathlon Coaching Association Launches New Facebook Page for Triathlon Coaches and Ironman Fans
The International Triathlon Coaching Association (ITCA) recently launched a new Facebook page for its fans and friends. Available online at https://www.facebook.com/groups/170987673613/, the new Facebook page offers the latest news in the triathlon world as well as a way for triathlon coaches and lovers to connect with each other. - January 11, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Targeted Group Names Stuart Marcoon Director of Sales – North America
The Targeted Group announces that Stuart Marcoon has joined the company as Director of Sales – North America. In this role, Mr. Marcoon will be responsible for North American business development and sales related to the company’s enterprise-level social media products. Mr. Marcoon has... - January 11, 2012 - The Targeted Group
Social Vanity Wasting SME Investment
Social vanity is muddying the waters of marketing campaigns, leaving ill-informed firms wasting investment in pointless social campaigns - January 11, 2012 - UKFast
FitNews.TV Takes Advantage of Hot Mobile Marketing Trends to Make Work Easier for Personal Trainers and Fitness Pros in 2012
Taking advantage of the latest trends in mobile and online marketing, FitNews.TV can help personal trainers and others in the fitness business utilize social media for business success. In 2012, trainers and fitness pros can use FitNews.TV to expand their fitness business and clientele. - January 10, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Targeted Group Names Craig A. Fleming President, Global Direct Selling Division
The Targeted Group announces that Craig A. Fleming has joined the company as President of its Global Direct Selling Division. In this role, Mr. Fleming is responsible for overseeing the growth and expansion of their enterprise management of social media. Mr. Fleming began his career in Direct... - January 10, 2012 - The Targeted Group
A New Media to Spread Japanese Tech and Pop Culture to the World, SugoJapan Launches on Facebook and Twitter
Sugolog Inc. launches as part of its multilingual social media marketing support business the English language information media SugoJapan, a tool to help spread Japan's Pop & Tech culture. - January 06, 2012 - Kabushiki Kaisha Sugorogu
Social Media Agency The Targeted Group Selects Non-Profit LIFESPAN for TG Outreach Program
The Targeted Group has selected non-profit LIFESPAN for its TG Outreach program – a philanthropic program dedicated to supporting the local community through the time and services of The Targeted Group and its employees. The Targeted Group will develop and execute a comprehensive social media... - January 05, 2012 - The Targeted Group
Easy Publishing of Your Facebook Pictures as eBooks with fBooks for Nook Family of Devices by Barnes & Noble
A better way to enjoy and save your Facebook photos with viewing optimized for tablets. fBooks instantly publishes your Facebook photos as an eBook you can save and share. Enhance & continue the story you started in Facebook. - January 05, 2012 - Instebooks
Co-Founder of Square Jim McKelvey Joins LockerDome’s Board of Directors and Invests
Red-hot Jim McKelvey further positions upstart LockerDome for strong growth in 2012. - January 04, 2012 - LockerDome
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Launches New Facebook Page for Friends, MMA Fans, Martial Arts Trainers, Teachers
Recognizing the global importance and prominence of Facebook and social media and mixed martial arts, the Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA) recently developed a Facebook page for members. The enhanced page and group now offers more educational information and ongoing updates for members. - January 03, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Spencer Institute Life Coach School Establishes Facebook Group for Increased Member Communication About Programs, Success Stories and More
To offer more communication and outreach opportunities for members across the globe, The Spencer Institute recently launched a Facebook page. The new online group is focused on communication about educational programs, member success stories, the latest news and more. - December 31, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
FX Junction Unveils AutoCopy™ with Performance Index to Enhance Their Growing Social Network
Announcing Autocopy with Performance Index from FX Junction, the leading open social network of Forex traders. Traders can now use Autocopy to exchange information and copy trades in a centralized venue. - December 30, 2011 - FX Junction LLC
Social Media Monitoring: e.lifeMonitor Launches in US as the First Free iPad App Monitoring Brand Presence
E.life – the leading company in South America, Spain and Portugal in the field of market intelligence, monitoring and analysis of social media for brands, products and services – has launched e.lifeMonitor in the U.S., a free iPad app that monitors the presence of brands on Twitter. The app is already available for the iPad and will soon be ready for tablets using other operating systems. The app will also shortly be extended to monitor brand presence on Facebook and other social networks. - December 30, 2011 - E.Life
NESTA Fitness Association Expands Facebook Group to Offer More Up-to-Date Information for Fitness Trainers, Nutrition Experts and Personal Trainers
Recognizing the prominence and growth of Facebook and social media in general, (NESTA) the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association recently broadened its Facebook focus to assist its members. The enhanced group now offers more educational information and ongoing updates for members seeking fitness career growth and opportunity. - December 29, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Seattle Limo Service Inc Offers 15% Discount to Facebook Page Fans
Like Seattle Limo Service Facebook Page and Write a Review for a 15% Discount - December 28, 2011 - Seattle Limo Service Inc
MyFitnessCompany.com Helps Personal Trainers, as Well as Fitness and Coaching Pros Build Their Business Through Effective Online Presence
The My Fitness Company website, www.myfitnesscompany.com, is designed for personal trainers, and fitness and coaching professionals interested in getting their business online both quickly and inexpensively. The site helps people find domain names, register sites, and get websites up and running. - December 28, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
John Spencer Ellis Online Affiliate Program Offers New Income Opportunity for Personal Trainers, Fitness Pros and Fitness Enthusiasts
The John Spencer Ellis fitness affiliate program gives personal trainers, fitness pros and enthusiasts alike the chance to make extra money. Available online at http://johnspencerellis.com/affiliates/, the program provides passive income opportunities through promoting a variety of fitness products, workout programs and services. - December 25, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Buzz Agency Appoints Wardour And Oxford as Its Global Business Development Agency
Social media company, The Buzz Agency, has appointed Wardour And Oxford as its global business development agency, leading new client acquisition, revenue generation and strategic partnerships. - December 25, 2011 - Wardour And Oxford
"MeetYou" New Social Network on Smartphones
Armonics S.r.l., has developed an application (Apple and Android), a new social network, which gives the opportunity for dialogue and / or meet or affinity according to the place because it is location-aware, all free of charge to the user. - December 23, 2011 - ARMONICS S.r.l.
LockerDome Raises $750K to Become the LinkedIn for Sports
LockerDome opens up to the public, providing first-time access for millions of athletes, coaches, and fans to create their sports profile and connect with others for free. - December 22, 2011 - LockerDome
AmpleHarvest.org Focus of Public Television's "Growing A Greener World"
Nationwide hunger/nutrition campaign that helps fresh food get to America’s food pantries is spotlighted on TV show for the gardening and grower community. - December 21, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org