Atlantis Marine World Hires the EGC Group as Agency of Record

Melville, NY, January 23, 2010 --(PR.com)-- The EGC Group, a full service marketing and advertising agency announced that it has been selected by Atlantis Marine World, Long Island’s premiere aquarium and family destination.

The EGC Group will provide integrated marketing counsel and support; including marketing planning, creative services, media planning and negotiating. In addition, EGC will build awareness and driving traffic through social media and public relations services. Every effort shall be dedicated to furthering Atlantis Marine World’s positioning as The destination for interactive fun, adventure and education. “We are very pleased to welcome Atlantis Marine World to the EGC family. Atlantis Marine World is a special place; loved by both local residents and visitors from around the country. We look forward to increasing visibility and building the Atlantis Marine World brand image.” noted Ernie Canadeo, President of the EGC Group.

Atlantis Marine World is in fact a unique place. Visitors can take a Shark Dive, snorkel with tropical fish, feed a stingray, or learn about the region’s environment. The EGC Group was chosen for their ability to communicate these experiences to potential visitors via a suite of integrated marketing services. In making the announcement, Bryan DeLuca, General Manager of Atlantis Marine World added “As Atlantis Marine World celebrates its 10th anniversary with the expansion of their catering facilities, a new exhibition hall, and even a new hotel, EGC will be right alongside this Long Island aquarium in publicizing their ever-growing popularity.”

About Atlantis Marine World Aquarium:
Atlantis Marine World (AMW) opened in Riverhead, NY on June 15, 2000, as the first large-scale Aquarium to open in New York State in more than 35 years. Situated on 3.2 acres along the Peconic River, AMW is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily (closed December 25). General Admission Rates are $18.50 (plus tax) for Children 3 – 17 and Seniors 62+; $21.50 (plus tax) for Adults 18 – 61; Children 2 and under are always free at AMW. AMW is also the home of The Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation, New York's only authorized marine mammal and sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation center. Atlantis Marine World was recently ranked by Parents Magazine as one of the “Top Aquariums for Kids.” Additional information can be found at www.atlantismarineworld.com.

About The EGC Group:
The EGC Group is a full service boutique marketing and advertising agency based in Melville, New York with offices in Manhattan. It was formed in 1985 and is ranked among the Top Advertising Agencies in the U.S. by Advertising Age, among Inc. 500l5000 Fastest Growing Companies and was twice voted Best Advertising Agency by LI Business News. The company’s clients include industry leaders in consumer products, finance, retail, education, hospitality and healthcare. For more information, please visit www.egcgroup.com.

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