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Ignite Social Media Introduces Social Media to Carolina Ballet
Jim Tobin announced today that Ignite Social Media will be the official media sponsor of Carolina Ballet’s Cabaret. As media sponsor, Ignite will be providing Carolina Ballet with the technical expertise for promotions using its social media services. “We are excited at the... - February 06, 2008 - Ignite Social Media
Website Designers and Hosts Get a Piece of the Online Video Pie
CommercialMaker enables businesses offering website related services to offer website video production to customers during the planning of new websites. - February 04, 2008 - CommercialMaker
Stein Rogan + Partners Cries "Fowl" with New Spot for GoToMyPC. Move Over Ducks, There’s a New Bird in Town: Stein Rogan Uses Pigeons to Power New Spot for GoToMyPC.
Stein Rogan + Partners is aiming to make 2008 “The Year of the Pigeon” with its new TV spot for Citrix Online’s GoToMyPC, the award-winning online service that lets you access your office PC from any other Internet connection. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxRXwC9SKB0 Premiered... - February 03, 2008 - Stein Rogan + Partners
National Roofing Partners Retains Epiphany Marketing
Epiphany Marketing, a San Diego-based strategic branding and marketing communications consultancy, today announced that it has been retained by National Roofing Partners (NRP™), a provider of nationwide, single-source, superior-quality commercial roofing services specializing in serving multi... - February 01, 2008 - Epiphany Marketing
New Jersey Advertising Agency Declares - Brand Better and You’ll do Better – in Good Times and Bad
"Investing in your brand" says branding expert Allan Gorman, "is integral to increasing the market value of your company. Brand building is not an expense. It's an investment," declares Gorman in his new white paper, "It's not as much about perfecting your tag line as it is about enhancing your bottom line." - February 01, 2008 - Brandspa LLC
iConcept Media Group Announces the Re-Launch of an Innovative Interactive Website
iConcept Media Group – an innovative and creative full service marketing and advertising agency – is proud to announce the re-launch of its website, located at www.iconceptmedia.com. The new site reflects the company’s philosophy and its continually growing services and... - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
iConcept Media to Host iNetwork2Networth Conference and Expo for New York Small Businesses
iConcept Media and SEG present the Small Business iNetwork2Networth conference and expo, which is designed to give small business owners and executives a chance to network with other professionals while simultaneously learning and promoting their services. - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
Candy Dynamics Celebrates Substantial Growth in Distribution and Sales of Their Innovative Toxic Waste Brand
World’s Only Double Action Ultra-Sour Candy Line Made Buyers, Retailers, and Customers Pucker with Delight in 2007. - January 31, 2008 - Candy Dynamics
POWERi Technologies Tapped to Drive "Traffic" for Blackenterprise.com
Blackenterprise.com, the premier online guide to financial empowerment for Black families has chosen POWERi Technologies (www.POWERi.com) to spearhead their Search Engine Optimization strategy. As more and more customers rely on the internet to glean information and make buying decisions, the... - January 29, 2008 - Poweri Technologies Inc.
Uncertain Economy Brings New Life to Old Business, New Company
Retailers feeling the woes of a floundering economy and escalating advertising costs are finding renewed value in one of the oldest forms of advertising---the walking billboard. - January 28, 2008 - Advanced Advertising Promotions LLC
Grab Credibility and Authority: a Top Expert’s Best Advice
Author Steven Van Yoder appears on Jay Ehret's Power to the Small Business podcast to discuss his Get Slightly Famous strategy. It's a formula to get publicity for your business by gaining credibility and authority. Found on The Marketing Spot Blog. - January 27, 2008 - The Marketing Spot
Liquid Soul Media Ventures Into the Literary Industry with Nelson Publishing
Atlanta-based Liquid Soul Media contracted to activate grassroots marketing and publicity campaigns for Nelson Publishing’s upcoming book “Hillary’s Big Business Adventure.” - January 27, 2008 - Liquid Soul Media
Third Wave Digital Announces Launch of New Website for Georgia Southern University’s College of Health & Human Sciences
Third Wave Digital, a web design and development firm headquartered in Macon, Georgia with offices in Atlanta, Georgia and Orlando, Florida, announced the launch of a completely redesigned web presence to aid the College of Health and Human Sciences at Georgia Southern University in their recruitment efforts. The new website can be found at www.georgiasouthernhealthscience.com. - January 24, 2008 - Third Wave Digital
South Side Business News Adds Commercial Real Estate and Dining Sections
The South Side Business News, published by Easy Street Designs added two new sections recently featuring area commercial real estate and dining establishments. - January 24, 2008 - Easy Street Designs
PlattForm Announces Two Promotions
PlattForm, a Kansas City based advertising agency, announced the promotions of Alex Morales and Matt Sweetman. These promotions were designed to capitalize on individual strengths and allow PlattForm to develop the most creative and effective products for clients. - January 24, 2008 - PlattForm Higher Education
www.SignCompaniesOnline.com Added to the DMOZ.com
SignCompaniesOnline has been entered into the DMOZ. - January 22, 2008 - Sign Companies Online
Ignite Social Media’s Jim Tobin Speaks at Central Michigan PRSA Group
Jim Tobin, president of Ignite Social Media, was a featured speaker at last month’s meeting of the Central Michigan PRSA chapter. In his presentation in East Lansing, Tobin discussed how marketers and PR professionals can utilize social media to maximize their client’s communications... - January 22, 2008 - Ignite Social Media
Brandspa's Allan Gormen Chosen as Contributing Editor to NJ CEO Magazine
Branding Expert Allan Gorman's insightful advice columns will start appearing as a regular feature in NJ CEO - The Magazine for New Jersey Business Leaders. His columns will offer helpful advice and tips useful to CEO's and corporate leaders looking to better differentiate their company's offerings and attract better customers. - January 19, 2008 - Brandspa LLC
Triangle Social Media Club Will Discuss Podcasting Over Breakfast
Jim Tobin of Ignite Social Media announced today that this month’s Triangle Social Media Club will be a discussion of podcasting and its business and marketing applications for all types of organizations. “Our first Social Media Club gathering brought together an eclectic bunch with... - January 19, 2008 - Ignite Social Media
Brandspa’s Allan Gorman Chosen as Contributing Editor to NJ CEO Magazine
Starting this Spring, branding expert Allan Gorman’s insightful advice columns will start appearing as a regular feature in NJ CEO – The Magazine for New Jersey Business Leaders. His columns will offer helpful advice and tips useful to CEO’s and corporate leaders looking to better... - January 18, 2008 - Brandspa
POWERi Partners with Comptronics and Continues "One Stop Shop" Expansion Strategy
POWERi Technologies (www.POWERi.com) announced today that it has partnered with Comptronics, a leading Information Technology and Digital Surveillance firm, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. - January 16, 2008 - Poweri Technologies Inc.
The Alternative Creates the World's First No-Touch Interactive Shop Window for Orange
The Alternative, a London based Creative Agency, has developed a unique way to engage passers-by on busy London streets. - January 16, 2008 - The Alternative, a part of The Happy People Corporation
MATRIX MarCom President Phil Bridges Profiles DIY Network’s Amy Matthews in Magazine Cover Story
Phil Bridges, President of Raleigh, NC's MATRIX MarCom, profiles Amy Matthews of the DIY television network in a cover story for the winter issue of Cast Polymer Connection magazine, a trade publication covering the cultured marble and solid surface industry. Bridges’ profile of Matthews... - January 16, 2008 - MATRIX MarCom
EcoPinion Survey Points to Negative Customer Perceptions of Green Products and Services
New survey results on customer perceptions of green technologies, products and services. - January 15, 2008 - EcoAlign
Richardson Graphics Makes an Impact
Richardson Graphics, a full service advertising agency, has opened its new office in Las Vegas. “Richardson Graphics has expanded its in-house capabilities to provide a wide variety of advertising solutions to our expanding client-base,” said Robert Richardson, CEO and Creative Director of the agency. - January 13, 2008 - Richardson Graphics
Cancer Educational Services Organization Launches New Website
Cancer Educational Services Organization Launches New Website. - January 12, 2008 - Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency
Cowboy Announces Launch of Co-Branded Game for Hair Club with Playboy.com
Cowboy today announced the launch of a provocative online game for Hair Club for Men, which is co-branded with Playboy.com. The new game can be found at www.hairclub.com/photohunt. The game challenges users to spot the differences in ‘before and after’ photos and features the famous... - January 12, 2008 - Cowboy International
www.SignCompaniesOnline.com a Step Ahead of the Pack
www.SignCompaniesOnline.com stays a step ahead in 2008. - January 11, 2008 - Sign Companies Online
Natalie Perkins Named President and Partner of Clean Design, Inc.
Natalie Perkins joins Clean Design, Inc., a creative agency based in Research Triangle Park, NC, as its new president and partner, effective immediately. Perkins has over 20 years' experience in the agency business, most recently with Blattner Brunner. - January 10, 2008 - Clean Design, Inc.
Synergy Marketing Group Celebrates Five Year Anniversary
Local agency expects significant growth in staff, services and revenue in 2008. - January 10, 2008 - Synergy Marketing Group, Inc.
Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency Provides Pro Bono Work for Cancer Education Organization
Central New Jersey’s Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency has recently announced a pro bono partnership with the American Cancer Educational Services (ACES) to provide branding, web design, promotional materials, and print collateral for the non profit organization. G&W launched a newly... - January 09, 2008 - Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency
Barrett Richards Introduces SMS and Proximity Advertising
Northern Colorado Agency Helps Local Business Discover New Media Advertising. - January 07, 2008 - Barrett Richards Advertising, LLC.
The Ivins Group Anticipating Huge 2008
Pittsburgh-based promotional marketing firm, The Ivins Group, recently wrapped up a successful 2007 with its regional holiday party at the Sheraton Hotel in Atlantic City. - January 06, 2008 - The Ivins Group
NDDC Limited Gets Involved with Medecins Du Monde UK
As a keen supporter of charity work, NDDC has been delighted to team up with Medecins du Monde UK, designing and donating their virtual Corporate Christmas card. NDDC is a London graphic design agency specialised in corporate identity using imagination to develop creative communication tools for business growth. - January 05, 2008 - NDDC
SPARK Magazine Acquires 3TV Arizona Women's Expo
SPARK Magazine, a publication written and produced by SPARK Design, has recently acquired the 3TV Arizona Women's Expo from KTVK Channel 3. The Expo, which is going into its 16th year, is the largest women-focused event in Arizona and will take place at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on April 19 and 20, 2008. SPARK is promoting, selling, producing and marketing the event. Sponsorships and booth space are now available by calling 480.682.6704. - January 04, 2008 - Spark Design
Cedar 8 Creative Communications Opens in Greater Charlotte NC (Rock Hill, SC) to Fully Service Retail Ad and Printing Clients
Cedar 8 Creative Communications is a full-service marketing communications and graphic design firm that specializes in creating, designing and producing ads, banners, brand id-logos and illustration (both by hand and by computer) for online & print media in addition to “Suburban Guerilla” marketing tactics, cross promotions and co-ventures. Lately, they have been involved in new product roll-out and package design. Check out their website @ cedar8creative.com - January 04, 2008 - Cedar 8 Creative Communications
Cowboy Announces Expanded Role with Disaboom
Cowboy today announced that it is expanding its role with Disaboom, Inc., www.disaboom.com, the first online community for people living with or affected by disabilities or functional limitations. Dana Farbo, CEO, Cowboy, said, “Our relationship with Disaboom represents the in-depth marketing expertise of the Cowboy team -- from creating an overall brand strategy that communicates a consistent voice to developing a results-driven digital media campaign." - January 02, 2008 - Cowboy International
ClickCulture Selected as Web Agency of Record for Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston
Lloyd Jacobs, CEO of ClickCulture, has announced that the firm has been named the interactive agency of record for Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, the largest full-service residential and real estate company in the Triangle. ClickCulture is redesigning the firm’s Web site to make it... - December 31, 2007 - ClickCulture
POWERi Opens Offices in St. John, Antigua Focusing on Eastern Caribbean Expansion
POWERi (www.POWERi.com) announces the opening of its new offices in St. John’s, Antigua. - December 31, 2007 - Poweri Technologies Inc.
Let’s do Lunch Program Connects High School Senior Girls with Florida’s Most Influential Women
MLB Creative, an award winning and women-owned advertising agency in Winter Park, Florida and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands announced today they will partner with Orange County Public School System for “Let’s Do Lunch”, an inaugural event connecting high school senior girls with... - December 31, 2007 - Terri Spitz Publicity, Inc.
Time to Join the Property Party? NovaLoca Has.
Have you experienced the hassle of finding a new home but then found online searches which have eased the strain? Are you now looking for commercial property and can not find any online searches for this market? Well now you have. With NovaLoca you will find your ideal property as they launch a brand new search portal with a few extra features to help you find that property with ease. - December 29, 2007 - NovaLoca
Hummingbird Creative Group Announces New Hire
Wendy Coulter, president of Hummingbird Creative Group (www.hummingbird-creative.com), a Raleigh-based creative services firm, has announced that Jill Welle has joined the firm as a traffic and administrative coordinator. In this position, Welle is responsible for coordinating the flow of activity... - December 28, 2007 - Hummingbird Creative Group
90octane Lends a Hand at the Denver Santa Claus Shop
The interactive marketing agency staff is happy to serve the needy during holiday season. - December 21, 2007 - 90octane
Barrett Richards Ad Agency Opens Doors January 2, 2008
First Local Generation-X Owned Advertising Agency Specializes in Traditional and New Media. - December 20, 2007 - Barrett Richards Advertising, LLC.
FL Advertising Agency CAP Sends Electronic Greeting Card Loaded with Holiday Tunes
CAP (formally CAP Creative), has gone "green" and sent electronic holiday greeting cards to all their clients, family and friends. The card ultimately opens to a jukebox filled with more than 200 Christmas and Hanukkah songs. - December 20, 2007 - CAP Creative
90octane Selected as Interactive Marketing Agency for Symetix Lead Generation Program
The Denver-based interactive marketing agency 90octane will craft a campaign for Symetix with online push media and PPC ads pointed to a landing page. - December 20, 2007 - 90octane
90octane Hires Mackenzie Ross as Marketing Coordinator
The Denver-based interactive marketing agency continues to add staff. - December 19, 2007 - 90octane
Greener, Kinder, Cheaper: e-Cards from Eggbox Capture the Christmas Spirit
Sussex online marketing specialists Eggbox are helping firms to save money, be greener and donate to charity with their bespoke Christmas e-card service. - December 19, 2007 - Eggbox Marketing Ltd
Jackson Hole Creative Media Agency Has Fun with Holiday Message While Helping Families in Need
Circumerro, a creative media agency based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, creates SaveTheElves.org, spoofing on Jackson’s National Elk Refuge, spreading holiday cheer, and raising funds for Children’s Learning Center’s “Adopt-A-Family” program this holiday season. - December 14, 2007 - Circumerro
Stein Rogan + Partners and Vtrenz Form Alliance to Implement Precision Marketing for TransitCenter
Stein Rogan + Partners announced it has partnered with Vtrenz in order to optimize demand for products and services for one of its flagship clients, TransitCenter, Inc. - December 14, 2007 - Stein Rogan + Partners