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Junction Creative Solutions Expands Portfolio to Include New Verticals in Second Half of 2011
Atlanta-based strategic firm Junction Creative Solutions (Junction) expands its reach to include new business verticals, building on the successes of the firm in 2011. Junction continues to broaden its portfolio while strengthening its competencies for existing clients. Founded in 2008 by CEO and... - November 18, 2011 - Junction Creative Solutions
New Home Feed Changes Pricing Model - Core Functionality Now Free
New Home Feed, the Leading Marketing Tool for Home Builders to Disseminate and Manage New Home Listings, Recently Announced a New Pricing Model. The Core Functionality is Now Free. New Optional Add-Ons and 3rd-Party Developer Opportunities Being Introduced. - November 18, 2011 - New Home Feed
Avalon Waterways and 90octane Win 2011 Silver Magellan Award from Travel Weekly Magazine
Conversion-driven marketing agency 90octane implemented search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising and online media tactics to promote the May 2011 unveiling of the Avalon Panorama(SM), the river cruising industry's first Suite Ship. - November 18, 2011 - 90octane
Riechesbaird’s “Branding Business” Radio Show Spotlights the Value of a Brand in Mergers and Acquisitions
Tracy Albert, Managing Director at Houlihan Lokey, provides insight into how companies benefit from a strong brand. - November 17, 2011 - BrandingBusiness
Jolie Maison Launches New Website Giving the Nation an Opportunity to Purchase Luxury Bath & Body Products
Jolie Maison Bath and Body, a Raleigh based company, launches new website selling high-end bath and body products nationwide. - November 17, 2011 - Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency
The Bernard Group Relaunches New Branded Agency as Bernard Group Communications
Agency to focus on customer centric social media, PR, marketing and advertising for consumer, health & fitness, beauty & fashion, luxury, and entertainment markets in addition to technology. - November 16, 2011 - Bernard Group Communications
Small Businesses Leverage Visual Media to a Big Advantage with MarcyD.esign
You don't have to be big business to make a big impression! - November 16, 2011 - MarcyD.esign Creative Services & Photography
Ziggiziggi.com Reappoints JT Marketing PR for 3rd Year Running
Ziggiziggi.com the online contemporary home accessories and luxury gifts website has appointed JT Marketing PR as its retained UK PR agency for the third successive year. JT Marketing PR will continue to manage Ziggiziggi.com’s Press Office, handle all media relations in the Home Interiors arena and also offer strategic marketing advice. - November 16, 2011 - JT Marketing PR Limited
Africa.com Hires Shinko Media to Connect Marketers to an Audience Interested in the “Last Great Frontier” in Consumer Spending and Economic Growth
“Africa.com is a true global leader in the online publishing space, connecting users to the last great frontier,” said Imani Laners, CEO and chief sales officer of Shinko Media. “Marketers are finding that the demographics that Africa.com attracts are highly desirable and an integral part of their development. We are thrilled to offer marketers the chance to create customized brand-building strategies that will align their goals and objectives with Africa.com’s target audiences.” - November 15, 2011 - Shinko Media
Retail Grocery Specialist Joins JT Marketing PR
Caroline Spencer, Retail Grocery specialist, has joined JT Marketing PR as Associate Marketing Consultant. She will support the strategic marketing consultancy and PR agency's push within the consumer lifestyle sector and expansion into digital marketing. Spencer's 20 years experience includes marketing for the UK's biggest retailer and handling major grocery brands. This appointment enables JT Marketing PR to focus on Strategic Marketing and Lifestyle PR. - November 14, 2011 - JT Marketing PR Limited
DAMN Digital Studio Gears Up to Meet the SXSW Interactive Award Deadline
DAMN Digital Studio, an interactive agency based in Dumbo, Brooklyn, New York's Digital District, is in high gear as it prepares to meet the deadline for the 2012 SXSW Interactive Awards. As one of the most prestigious awards within the industry, DAMN Digital is excited to submit some of its most... - November 13, 2011 - DAMN Digital Studio, LLC.
PR and Marketing Firm Launches Holiday Retainers Open Until December 31st
Moore Relations’ annual holiday retainer packages are open again for the holiday season; in a first come first serve basis. - November 11, 2011 - Moore Relations
NorthWest Direct Marketing Joins Jobs4America Coalition
NorthWest Direct Marketing has joined the Jobs4america coalition, it was announced by Jeffrey Milberg, Vice President Sales. The company has made a commitment of adding 200 jobs in the Beaverton, OR and Dyersville, IA contact centers, as well as work at home agents over the next two... - November 11, 2011 - NorthWest Direct Marketing
TradeShow Teacher Does Whirlwind Trade Show Tour - Nine Shows, Six Cities in Five Months
They say “Go Big or Go Home,” well Linda Musgrove, the TradeShow Teacher and founder of the firm of the same name, hasn’t been home in a quite a while. - November 11, 2011 - TradeShow Teacher
CPX Interactive Selects AppNexus as Exclusive Ad Server
Digital advertising company moves to world-class, real-time ad platform to maximize cost efficiencies. - November 10, 2011 - CPXi
Straessle Marketing Solutions: an Exclusive Real Estate Virtual Assistant Business Launches
Attention Real Estate Agents... Are you in need of professional and knowledgeable administrative and marketing support? If so, you can now turn to Straessle Marketing Solutions, an exclusive Real Estate Virtual Assistant business. - November 05, 2011 - Straessle Marketing Solutions
Beyond Spots & Dots Named 44th Best Place to Work in Western PA
The Pittsburgh Business Times has included Pittsburgh advertising agency, Beyond Spots & Dots, in its 2011 "Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania" list as the 44th best place to work. - November 04, 2011 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Introducing, Brand Ninjas --- The New Crowdsourcing Solution for Creative Services
VOLUME Industries, an Ideation Corporation, announced the launch of their new website, BrandNinjas.com, which utilizes crowdsourcing to offer fast and affordable creative services. Their business model accesses the global creative marketplace to connect design talent with customers. They provide complete branding services, including; logo, brochure, collateral, stationery, package, font, website, advert and signage design. The site is easy to use and secure. - November 03, 2011 - Brand Ninjas
NC Zoological Society Enlists BEM Group for Online and Traditional Marketing
NC Zoological Society taps BEM Group for brand strategy, interactive design and online marketing initiatives to enhance North Carolina Zoo’s mission to preserve and protect wildlife in natural habitats. - November 03, 2011 - BEM Group
PFS Group Launches New Website and Marketing Campaign
“Experience Counts” Focuses on PFS Group’s Understanding of Patients’ Experiences - November 03, 2011 - Design At Work
Haley Marketing Launches Integrated Video Marketing Suite for Staffing/Recruiting
New product boosts new customer acquisitions and increases placements through video differentiation. - November 02, 2011 - Haley Marketing Group
Experience, Results and Collaboration Win VISIT DENVER Account for Karsh Hagan
Karsh Hagan has been awarded the VISIT DENVER advertising account, ending a review that began in March. - November 02, 2011 - KarshHagan
TONAL Completes the Original Score for the Acclaimed Independent Film, "The Apple Pushers"
Tonal, the original music house led by Creative Director/Composer Alex Lasarenko, continues its long-time commitment to the independent filmmaking community, completing work on the acclaimed documentary The Apple Pushers. The Apple Pushers, written and directed by Mary Mazzio, narrated by Edward... - November 01, 2011 - TONAL
The Growth Masters INC Receives 2011 Best of Tampa Award
The Growth Masters INC has been selected for the 2011 Best of Tampa Award in the Educational Consultants category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). - October 30, 2011 - The Growth Masters
TONAL Remixes for Britney Spears "B In The Mix - Vol 2"
Alexander Lasarenko, founder of TONAL and one of a leading composer for advertising, television and film is also one of pop music’s most in-demand remixers. His latest remix is for Britney Spear's "B In The Mix - Vol 2" album release which debuted at #4 on Billboard's dance charts. - October 30, 2011 - TONAL
Kanki’s Annual Sushi Freak Benefiting the Pretty In Pink Foundation Raises $10,000
Second annual event draws double the crowd and double the proceeds to benefit local breast cancer patients who are uninsured or under insured. - October 29, 2011 - ClickCulture Communications
Advertising at Scale: IP Audience Zones Without Cookies; 5.2 Million Target-Ready Online Audience Zones - More Than 70 Million Demographic Combinations
Semcasting, Inc., a leader in predictive data solutions, announced the release of IP Audience Zones. Designed to power Agency Trading Desks, DSPs, Ad Networks and Analytical Platforms, IP Zones is a breakthrough audience identification platform that maps nearly 100% of online home, education and... - October 29, 2011 - Semcasting, Inc.
97 Degrees West Brands the World’s Smallest Food Truck
VERTS, (www.vertskebap.com), an Austin-based fast casual restaurant concept, has begun offering mobile food services from what is conceived to be the world’s smallest custom built food truck, branded with creative that was concepted and designed by Austin advertising agency 97 Degrees West. - October 28, 2011 - 97 Degrees West
Former State Rep. Patrick Rose’s New Firm, Corridor Title Signs with 97 Degrees West
Corridor Title, (www.corridortitleco.com), a real estate title firm dedicated to delivering professional and comfortable service at the closing table and throughout the real estate transaction, has signed with 97 Degrees West for branding and marketing services. - October 28, 2011 - 97 Degrees West
campus2careers Taps 97 Degrees West to Brand Its Entry-Level Job & Internship Site
campus2careers, Inc., (www.campus2careers.com), an Austin-based job and internship site for students and recent graduates, has signed with 97 Degrees West for branding and marketing services for the development of a parent brand for its new service offerings. - October 28, 2011 - 97 Degrees West
BMA Colorado & 90octane Publish the Digital Marketing White Paper “Leading the Way in Lead Nurturing”
Sam Eidson, partner at Denver marketing agency 90octane, culled lead nurturing and marketing automation expertise from marketing executives at IBM, GE and Cisco to offer new insights for B2B marketers. - October 28, 2011 - 90octane
CKR Interactive Recognized for Outstanding Website Development
Recruitment marketing agency CKR Interactive awarded two WebAwards by the Web Marketing Association. - October 27, 2011 - CKR Interactive, Inc.
Chicago Youth Ready to Perform in 2011 Violence Stops Here Showcase Finale
Live Performance Phase Begins for Community-Driven Anti-Violence Campaign - October 27, 2011 - XtraMedium Communications LLC
AB Mobile Apps Creates Custom Cross-Platform Mobile Apps for Small Businesses
AB Mobile Apps is helping Small Businesses create custom cross-platform mobile apps. These mobile apps help businesses to grow through further interaction with customers. The Mobile App can be used on Android, iPhone, iPad, and a wide variety of other devices. Businesses are trying to go mobile and AB Mobile Apps are helping them accomplish this. - October 26, 2011 - AB Small Business Marketing
Strategic eMarketing Offers a Free Alternative to the Yellow Pages to Save Humboldt County Businesses Money on Promoting Their Product or Service
The Internet has overtaken the yellow pages and will replace them in the next 3 years, and the term “local search” will be important during the next decade of marketing. Citing this, Strategic eMarketing developed the site HumboldteLocal.com. - October 24, 2011 - Strategic eMarketing
Burgess Advertising & Marketing’s PR Campaigns Recognized
Golden Arrow PR awards continue a month of achievements for Burgess Advertising & Marketing. - October 23, 2011 - Burgess Advertising and Marketing
JumarMarketing, LLC Chosen as Agency of Record for Summer Street Advisors, LLC
Norwalk-based Agency leading marketing and business strategy efforts for Real Estate Advisory Services Firm - October 21, 2011 - JumarMarketing
Nobel Peace Prize Concert Launches New Website
The Norwegian Nobel Institute has launched a new website (nobelpeaceprizeconcert.no) for the Nobel Peace Prize Concert. The website is the official place for media, sponsors and the general public to find the latest news on hosts and artists, Concert history, past performers, and how to buy tickets. In addition, the new site offers videos and photos of participating hosts and artists from current and past Concerts. - October 20, 2011 - UP There Everywhere
Whizbang Marketing Firm Releases First San Luis Obispo County Social Media Report on Local Businesses
Report reveals area's top business profiles on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. - October 20, 2011 - Whizbang
Introducing the Living Ad - Bring Your PDF to Life
New marketing tools can really bring your marketing campaign to life! - October 20, 2011 - IGM Creative Group
CPX Interactive Names CSO, CRO and CFO
Digital Advertising Network Adds C-Level Positions as It Prepares for Next Stage of Growth - October 19, 2011 - CPXi
JumarMarketing, LLC Selected to Expand Reach of Deco Wrap®
JumarMarketing, LLC responsible for SEO for Do-It-Yourself Window Treatment Company. - October 19, 2011 - JumarMarketing
RiechesBaird Details the Importance of Applying Brand Consistency to the Digital World on "Branding Business"
Peter Bohenek, Co-Founder and President of Rhythm Interactive provides expert insight about online marketing strategies that support brand consistency. - October 19, 2011 - BrandingBusiness
XtraMedium Communications LLC and JustFM365 Team Up: Community Development Partnership
Relationship Sparks Exposure of Culturally Relevant Art Across Media - October 18, 2011 - XtraMedium Communications LLC
Della Femina's Got the Spirit
Long Island Spirits taps Jerry Della Femina’s Legendary Advertising Agency as LiV™ Vodka grows its regional popularity to a National Level Long Island Spirits announces that DFRJ Advertising “Della Femina Group,” has been awarded the advertising, digital and media relations services for LiV Vodka and the new family of all Natural Flavored Liqueur’s called Sorbetta™. Initial creative work from Della Femina, will be via Michael Della Femina's emerging Storefront Digital division. - October 17, 2011 - StoreFront Digital
90octane Included in ColoradoBiz Magazine "Top 250 Private Companies" List for Sixth Year
The Denver conversion-driven marketing agency’s gross revenue grew by 13 percent from 2009 to 2010. - October 16, 2011 - 90octane
Heifer International and 90octane Win 2011 Silver Award for Fundraising Excellence from FundRaising Success Magazine
Marketing agency 90octane employed a strategic paid search advertising program to boost donations during the nonprofit organization’s critical holiday season. - October 16, 2011 - 90octane
Trade Show Exhibitor Web Site, TradeShowResults.net, Provides Educational Webinars for St. Louis Trade Show Display Marketers
To be successful, trade show exhibitors need the proper education and information. Four new trade show exhibitor webinars will be provided by Michael Flavin, a St. Louis Trade Show Display consultant, online at www.TradeShowResults.net. In these webinars, marketers will learn the latest strategies to increase trade show ROI. - October 15, 2011 - TradeShowResults.net
The Boulevardier Magazine Launches Internationally
Announcing the launch of a brand new digital and print magazine for the modern young gentleman - October 14, 2011 - The Boulevardier
Karsh Hagan Welcomes Nikki Burmaster as Media Planner
Karsh Hagan, www.karsh.com, is pleased to announce that Nikki Burmaster has joined the agency as a media planner. Nikki will lead the Colorado Tourism Office account as an SEM specialist. “Nikki’s expertise in search engine marketing and travel is a perfect combination for Colorado... - October 12, 2011 - KarshHagan