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WhereYouShop Wins CIMA Star Award for Best Overall Web Site
The Chicago Interactive Marketing Association (CIMA) honors WhereYouShop, a deals website focused on user-customized shopping areas, with its Best Overall Website award. - January 12, 2012 - WhereYouShop
New EmbroidMe Ownership in Muncie
Announcing the new ownership and new location of the EmbroidMe store in Muncie, Indiana. - January 12, 2012 - United Franchise Group
inBlurbs Blog is Nominated as One of the 20 Finalists of Social Media Examiner
inBlurbs.com blog has been nominated with 20 other finalists for Top 10 Social Media Blogs 2012. Social Media Examiner received over 570 nominations for their third-annual Top 10 Social Media Blogs contest (the blogosphere’s biggest contest for social media blogs). Link:... - January 12, 2012 - inBlurbs.com
CPX Interactive Retains Bazini Hopp as PR Agency of Record
Digital advertising company CPX Interactive has retained Bazini Hopp as its PR agency of record to communicate its messaging to advertising agencies, marketers and the online advertising industry as a whole through traditional and social media as well as thought leadership programs. During its 10... - January 11, 2012 - CPXi
Avant Announces Innovative Audi Luxury Car Program
Personal development/direct selling firm Avant recently announced the start of their Avant Audi Luxury Car Bonus program. - January 11, 2012 - Michael Hamburger
Ad Agency Project Management Software Release Changes Agency Business
The Advantage Software Company announced today that project management for agencies will dramatically change with the release of Advantage blue and its robust project and resource management capabilities. “One of the more dramatic changes in how agencies will collaborate and manage projects... - January 11, 2012 - Advantage Software Company
Advertising Agency Announces They Will Carry the Financing for Their Clients with No Credit Checks
It’s a Risky Proposition for CEO, Caren Lancona, But She is Confident That She is Making the Right Move for Her 28 Year Old Ad Agency, B Scene and for the US Economy. - January 11, 2012 - B Scene Advertising Agency
Rose Parade Brings Back Corporate Magic to "Raise the Bar"
Global spectacle features dramatic productions, new floats, audience interaction. - January 11, 2012 - Corporate Magic
Warren Whitlock Hosts New Social Media Profit Radio Show
Warren Whitlock, author of “Profitable Social Media: Business Results Without Playing Games” and “Twitter Revolution: How Social Media and Mobile Marketing is Changing the Way We Do Business & Market Online” announces social media radio series. - January 09, 2012 - Carbon Digits
Riechesbaird, LCX Digital and Latham & Watkins Educate Businesses About Protecting Their Brand
Learn tips to avoid being “Brandjacked” in free webcast offered by RiechesBaird, LCX Digital and Latham & Watkins. - January 07, 2012 - BrandingBusiness
Parker’s Beauty Bar to Reach Out to New Customers with Strategic eMarketing
The McKinleyville-based beauty parlor is looking to remodel their website and reach out to potential customers who have not experienced their service and hospitality. - January 07, 2012 - Strategic eMarketing
Beyond Spots & Dots Named 20th Largest Pittsburgh-Area Advertising Firm
Pittsburgh advertising agency Beyond Spots & Dots has been named the 20th Largest Pittsburgh-Area Advertising Firm in the Pittsburgh Business Times’ "2012 Book of Lists." Beyond Spots & Dots was also ranked 33rd on the Largest Pittsburgh-Area Multimedia/Digital Marketing... - January 07, 2012 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Atlanta Welcomes New Social Media Marketing Agency: ez2BSocial
A new marketing firm announces its opening today, ez2BSocial. Founded and created by Rico Figliolini, ez2BSocial is a full service social media marketing firm based in Norcross, Georgia. "ez2BSocial has been a company I’ve been interested in launching for the past year. I’ve spent... - January 06, 2012 - ez2BSocial
henderson bas kohn Launches Audience Media Platform
henderson bas kohn has partnered with Varick Media Management, also a MDC Partners company, to power the hbk Audience Media Platform. - January 06, 2012 - henderson bas kohn
THN Enterprises, LLC DBA; Saleaad.com
THN Enterprises, LLC (DBA; SaleAad.com) has a New Technology Platform for Affiliate Pay Per Call Networks for release now accepting affiliates & merchants. - January 05, 2012 - THN Enterprises LLC
RREDC, Humboldt County Aviation Division Worked with Strategic eMarketing to Launch Customer Friendly Website to Encourage New Airlines, New Passengers
The new website design and URL are intended to provide all the information potential passengers and interested airlines need, part of a larger overall effort to bring more air travel to the Arcata-Eureka Airport. - January 05, 2012 - Strategic eMarketing
Linc Anderson Joins BEM Group as Director of Operations
BEM Group, which includes BEM Interactive, an industry leader in interactive design, development and marketing, and BEM Technology, known for “Hassle Free IT” managed services, has hired Linc Anderson as director of operations. As director of operations, Anderson provides oversight and... - January 05, 2012 - BEM Group
Junction Offers $5,000 in Consulting Services for Best Business New Year's Resolutions
Building upon a strong 2011, Atlanta-based strategic firm Junction Creative Solutions (Junction) announces its first promotion of 2012 as it focuses on building better businesses in the New Year. The outlook for entrepreneurs, small business, and companies of larger size alike is positive entering... - January 05, 2012 - Junction Creative Solutions
Sports Marketing and PR Veteran Katrina Leonce Joins Dow Lohnes Sports & Entertainment
Katrina Leonce, veteran sports marketing and publicity pro joins Dow Lohnes Sports & Entertainment as the Vice-President of Marketing and Public Relations effective January 3, 2012. In this new role, Leonce will provide strategic communications, branding, marketing and PR for the firm’s sports clients. - January 04, 2012 - Profiles Public Relations
Altitude Marketing Adds Fred Zahradnik as Manager, Search Marketing
Altitude Marketing continues its growth with the hire of Fred Zahradnik into a new position as Manager, Search Marketing. - January 02, 2012 - Altitude Marketing
Renegade Advertising Celebrates Successful 2011, Looks Forward to New Year
Houston, Texas based online marketing, data management, SEO and PPC firm thanks clients for a banner year, looks forward to a successful New Year. - January 01, 2012 - Renegade Advertising Inc
Artwork by Rouch Supports Naval Aviation Centennial at the Closing Ceremony
The 100th Anniversary of Naval Aviation Foundation celebrated across the US a yearlong tribute to the men and women for their historical achievements in the US Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard services. The Commemorative Gala gathered dignitaries: the Honorable Leon Panetta, Secretary of Defense; members of the House and Senate; his Royal Highness, the Duke of York, Prince Andrew; the Honorable Ray Mabus, US Secretary of Navy; as well as many other supporters. - December 31, 2011 - Artwork by Rouch
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
Miami Gets a "Pulse" on 2012 International CES
Energy builds as a result of Dec. 5th pre-show media event. - December 29, 2011 - TradeShow Teacher
Orange County Advertising Agency Unites Two of Region’s Most Recognizable Brands
Orange County advertising agency TRAFFIK has brought together two of Orange County’s most beloved brands, Farmers & Merchants Bank (F&M) and Monarch Healthcare, to launch a unique new strategic effort geared toward reaching physicians and IPA groups. The venture’s resulting... - December 28, 2011 - TRAFFIK Online
Arcata Company to Develop Internet Marketing Plan Through Strategic eMarketing
Arcata-based Monument Settings will be launching a website with an accompanying blog in January through internet marketing company Strategic eMarketing. - December 26, 2011 - Strategic eMarketing
Charlotte Web Design Company Selected as New Web Design & Internet Marketing Partner by the NWA
Charlotte web design company The Idea People have been selected as the new web design & Internet marketing partner by the National Wrestling Alliance, NWA. - December 25, 2011 - The Idea People
DAMN Digital Waits Patiently for Announcement of 2012 SXSW Interactive Award Winners
DAMN Digital successfully submitted entries in six categories for the 2012 SXSW Interactive Awards and now wait patiently for the announcement of the award winners. - December 24, 2011 - DAMN Digital Studio, LLC.
DAMN Digital Studio Celebrates Its One-Year Anniversary
DAMN Digital Studio, LLC. is celebrating its one-year anniversary. The agency is currently accepting qualified business leads as congratulatory gifts. - December 23, 2011 - DAMN Digital Studio, LLC.
New RiechesBaird “Branding Business” Radio Show Unveils the Strategy Behind Branding an Educational Institution
Gary Brahm, Chancellor and CEO of Brandman University, describes the process the educational institution took to differentiate itself to students and stakeholders. - December 23, 2011 - BrandingBusiness
Junction Creative Solutions Expands Client Portfolio to Thrive in 2011
Junction Creative Solutions (Junction), an Atlanta-based hybrid strategic firm founded in 2008, marks the end of 2011 by posting 300% growth, its second triple-digit-growth year in a row. This substantial increase is complemented by a host of new clients as well as an expansion of Junction’s... - December 22, 2011 - Junction Creative Solutions
Ocreations and the Pittsburgh Irish Festival Win AMA Award Two Years in a Row
A vibrant Andy Warhol-inspired design from ocreations contributed to the successful marketing campaign by the Pittsburgh Irish Festival that led to a 40% increase in their social media following. - December 18, 2011 - ocreations
Charlotte Web Design Company, The Idea People, Recognized as Best of Charlotte for 2011 in Web Design
The Idea People have been selected for the 2011 Best of Charlotte Award in the Web Site Design & Development category by the US Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year,... - December 16, 2011 - The Idea People
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Pewaukee, Wis.
A new SIGNARAMA store opened December 6, in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, at 601 Ryan St. - December 16, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Bridget Rogers Joins Karsh Hagan as Account Coordinator
Karsh Hagan is pleased to announce that Bridget Rogers has joined the agency as an Account Coordinator. - December 16, 2011 - KarshHagan
Marketing Company Creates First SLO Business TweetChat
Whizbang hosts monthly online chats for small businesses to network and give and get free advice. - December 16, 2011 - Whizbang
North County’s Graphic Design Group Studio 2055 Expands Services with Carlsbad’s Internet Publishing Expert
Studio 2055 has announced a new partnership with Carlsbad-based Internet publishing consultant, Debra Simpson of DebraSimpson.com. Their joint venture broadens the Studio’s services for companies needing experts to formulate their social media strategy, provide implementation and creation of content for online media including video, webinars and blogs. - December 16, 2011 - Studio 2055
La Isla Fashion Group LLC Signs with American Rebel Public Relations for PR, Marketing and Celebrity Product Placement Services
La Isla Fashion Group LLC, a couture swimwear and apparel line that houses the La Isla brand, as well as Doc Lausch's Surf Prescriptions, announces its partnership with American Rebel Public Relations, a full service public relations agency based in Hollywood. - December 15, 2011 - American Rebel Public Relations
Product of the Year 2012 Edition Update - Jury Day
The Product of the Year UAE 2012 consumer award initiative has moved one step closer to the rollout of a national targeted consumer survey following the successful conclusion of its recent Jury Day pre-screening session, held at the Media One Hotel in Dubai Media City. - December 15, 2011 - Product Of The Year Middle East
CKR Interactive Launches Division Devoted to EVP and Employer Brand Consulting
Peer Group US to provide custom research and expertise in Employer Value Proposition development to help organizations improve workforce communications. - December 14, 2011 - CKR Interactive, Inc.
Web Design Trends in Charlotte for 2012 from The Idea People
Web users and search engines have evolved heavily over 2011 as they now expect certain attributes to be included in an overall web design from a Charlotte business. It's not just being "pretty" or the "best creative concept." Web users and search engines want highly-relevant content, website structure, page design, rich media elements like video, elevated user experiences, and human elements like trust and "do I feel good on this website?" - December 14, 2011 - The Idea People
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Barboursville, West Virginia
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new EmbroidMe store at 6349 Rt. 60 E, Suite 4A (in the plaza with Papa John’s), Barboursville, WV, under the ownership of local resident Shane Day. The store will open in early December,... - December 11, 2011 - United Franchise Group
BtoB Magazine Includes 90octane in the Marketers Resource Guide ‘12
The conversion-driven marketing agency is listed as a Top Agency, an Interactive Agency and an SEM Vendor. - December 10, 2011 - 90octane
Brandon Capwell Joins Archer as Interactive Developer
As Interactive Developer, Brandon assists in the design, development, and maintenance, of various web-based projects. - December 10, 2011 - Archer Communications, Inc.
Ad Agency Software Developer Releases Revolutionary Industry Software
The Advantage Software Company announces the release of a major software update called “blue”. “Blue is the culmination of the past two years of a major software foundation update,” said Advantage Software Company President Ellen Coulter. “The new features of blue bring incredible control, organization and collaboration tools to our advertising agency and marketing firm customers that have not been seen before." - December 10, 2011 - Advantage Software Company
Junction Client Intelaplay Launches Best in Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 08, 2011 - Junction Creative Solutions
"DTLA Holiday Toys & Tops Drive" to Bring Smiles, Laughter and Hope to Los Angeles-Area Children
RAINDEO BEAUTIFUL Announce Partnership with The Los Angeles Clippers Foundation for Holiday Toy Drive. - December 08, 2011 - RAINDEO BEAUTIFUL
Girl Scouts Launch Centennial with Star-Studded Kickoff Luncheon
Venus Williams headlines "Real Girls Real Women" awards show orchestrated by Corporate Magic. - December 07, 2011 - Corporate Magic
San Luis Obispo Marketing Company Hosts Facebook Promotion to Raise Money for Local Food Bank
Recipe Marketing Plans to Donate in Honor of Their Facebook Followers - December 07, 2011 - Recipe food & beverage marketing
Andrea Lewis Joins Karsh Hagan as Media Planner
Karsh Hagan, www.karsh.com, is pleased to announce that Andrea Lewis has joined the agency as a Media Planner. Andrea has played a major role in developing online media plans for the Colorado Tourism account. “Andrea adds a new dimension to our team with her digital media experience on both... - December 07, 2011 - KarshHagan