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BCC Sports Moves into Pre-Production of New Reality Series: “All American Rookie”
NASCAR Race Team joins forces with Sports Marketing Agency to Produce the most Expensive Series in Television History - October 04, 2006 - The BCC Group
CAP Creative Moves to Main Street - Again
Multiple Award-winning Sarasota Advertising and Public Relations firm, CAP Creative, has moved three times in 28 months to accomodate the rapid growth of their Gulf Coast company. - October 04, 2006 - CAP Creative
Viva Laughlin! A Four-day Festival in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month Returns for the Third Year
Viva Laughlin! celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with art, entertainment, and sports on October 6 to October 9, 2006. - October 04, 2006 - Pochteca Media
Cheap TV Spots Not in Talks to Acquire Spot Runner
Revolutionary online discount TV and radio advertising agency Cheap TV Spots today dispelled rumors circulating the blogosphere that it is in talks to acquire rival Spot Runner. Differences in services are discussed, along with notes on future company plans. - October 02, 2006 - Academy Leader, Inc.
Hummingbird Creative Group Recognized In 2006 American Graphic Design Awards
Local Creative Services Firm Earns Two Awards - October 02, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Neal Watson, Stuart Cove and William Cline Invited to Speak on Dive Travel in China
Speaking on behalf of The Bahamas Diving Association and US Dive Market, Neal Watson, Stuart Cove and William Cline take a lead in learning about the Chinese dive market by presenting at the recent China Dive Expo, in Shanghai, China. According to Bahamas Diving Association Vice-President,... - October 02, 2006 - Cline Group Advertising
Laughlin Bets on Mexican Poker Tournament
The 3rd Annual Viva Laughlin will be held October 6 to October 9 to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This year's festival will include various entetainment options including music, models, dance, and a Mexican Poker tournament. - October 01, 2006 - Pochteca Media
One of Charlotte's Top Engineering Analysis Firms Selects Ideas Squared for Identity Makeover
Ideas Squared is proud to announce that their marketing and creative agency has been selected by one of the top engineering technical design and analysis firms in Charlotte, Eclipse Engineering. "Eclipse Engineering President Tim Waylett needed a full-service marketing and creative agency... - September 27, 2006 - Ideas Squared
Shine Advertising Lights a Birthday Candle for Umi Children's Shoes
Two years ago, from the ashes of Elefanten—then the #1 European brand of children’s shoes in the U.S.—a new brand was born. Umi Children’s Shoes. The new company was launched by Mark Kohlenberg, former president of Elefanten USA, who announced the brand’s inception... - September 27, 2006 - Shine Advertising
Shapes and Pages Offers Clients Self Service Content Management
Shapes and Pages now offers clients a web site Content Management System (CMS) that provides significant business advantage over traditional web development. After extensive research and client feedback Typo3 was selected as the best and strongest product available. Typo3 is recognized around... - September 23, 2006 - Shapes and Pages
The Inland Empire Comes Together to Raise Funds for Providing Free Legal Assistance to the Low Income Population
The Riverside/San Bernardino Inland Counties Legal Services (ICLS) and the Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association (IELLA) join forces with Pochteca Media to bring you the 1st Annual Benefit Jam on November 19, 2006. To be held at the Riverside Municipal Auditorium, the show will help raise funds... - September 20, 2006 - Pochteca Media
Wendy Coulter Speaks at SCORE, Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce and Wake Technical Community College Event
President of Hummingbird Creative Group Speaks on Strategic Branding. - September 19, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Fans & Artists Alike Revved Up for the 3rd Annual Viva Laughlin! Spectacular
The 3rd Annual Viva Laughlin! celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Top Latin Stars. - September 12, 2006 - Pochteca Media
Pochteca Media Expands Operations to Las Vegas
Pochteca Media, a multicultural communications agency specializing in the gaming and tourism industry, announced the expansion of its operations by opening a regional office in Las Vegas, NV. Located only minutes from the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the office will be led by Minerva Partida,... - September 12, 2006 - Pochteca Media
When You’re Hot... You’re Hot... Base Wear Icon Hot Chilly’s Solicits scratch to Develop North American Branding Strategy
Hot Chilly’s, one of Canada’s premier base layer and performance sock manufacturers, wants to re-invigorate sales with the re-branding of its entire line-up. scratch has been hired to develop and execute this strategy for the North American market. “Hot Chilly’s was at a... - September 06, 2006 - scratch
Keywords, Automation and Cash... Part 1
With the coming launch of Keyword Companion v.2.0 on September 12th, the Keyword Companion Team is launching part 1 of a 3 part series. This series outlines the nuances of proper Keyword Research and how a system can be used to build a complete automated approach. - September 02, 2006 - Clausbrick Holdings, SA
Memphis Communications Firms Form New Strategic Alliance
African-American agencies join forces to attract new business - August 31, 2006 - Ashley Agency
Shine Creates Radical Repositioning for Toppers Pizza
Over the past decade, the pizza category has become a sea of sameness, with each major player trying to be all things to all people. While products, price and promotions have ruled the day, there has been very little focus on creating personality or building meaningful relationships beyond just... - August 31, 2006 - Shine Advertising
Medical Marketing Ideas Internet Radio Show
New medical marketing ideas internet radio show debuts. - August 30, 2006 - DoctorsEdge Marketing Group
PhotoSpain, Spain in Images
If Spain, her culture, her festivities and her lifestyle, along with her destinations and places, are of interest to over 52 million tourists a year, her images have a market with a greater and greater demand. - August 29, 2006 - Briggs International Consulting
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Team Owner Sutton Motorsports Selects Ideas Squared
Ideas Squared is proud to announce that its agency has been named as the official marketing partner for Sutton Motorsports, a Huntersville, NC-based racing team competing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. "Sutton Motorsports has one of the most compelling and exciting stories to tell in... - August 26, 2006 - Ideas Squared
The Miller Group Lands New Retail Account for High End Women's Athletic Boutique
The Miller Group has just landed an exciting marketing campaign with a high-end women's athletic apparel boutique called Sporteve. Women over the years have been overlooked by athletic stores as they have been mostly ruled by their male counterparts. Through outdoor sports interests of women, Sporteve and The Miller Group have teamed up to implement their vision and reach out to women across Southern California and beyond. - August 25, 2006 - The Miller Group
Tugboat Studio Teams with Allnet Technologies
TugBoat Studio has announced an exclusive partnership with business solutions provider allNET Technologies. - August 24, 2006 - TugBoat Studio
Breiter Strom, LLC and Richard East Rock IM World with New Report
With the pre-launch ok Keyword Companion now fully underway, Richard East and Breiter Strom released a report Sunday night that has literally caused a stir. Keywords, Conversion and Continuity is the name of the report. As one might expect from the title, the nature of the report (1:45 minute audio Ebook) explores these areas, as well as many other business related issues. Complete with exhibit mindmaps. - August 22, 2006 - Clausbrick Holdings, SA
Micheal, Michael, & Mulholland - scratch Adds another Partner and Two Associates to the Mix
scratch is pleased to announce the addition of Micheal Lambie as partner to the full service agency. Micheal will continue his role as the driving creative force at scratch, mentoring his department and delivering top-notch conceptual design. Micheal brings a wealth of experience in graphic design,... - August 22, 2006 - scratch
Miller Group Receives Commendation on West Nile Virus Campaign
The Miller Group, a Los Angeles advertising and public relations agency, recently received a commendation for its successful campaign preventing the spread of West Nile virus throughout Southern California. The multi-cultural “Wipe Out West Nile virus” campaign reached 13... - August 18, 2006 - The Miller Group
Our New Addition at Head-Bone.com
Head-Bone.com has just completed a round of additions and improvements. They have added random Quickies, a Funny-Bone Tag Cloud menu on the front page and lots of new jokes. They are also introducing Bone-Head as the mascot and masthead. - August 18, 2006 - Dahlgren New Media
PlattForm Holdings, Inc., a Portfolio Company of Arlington Capital Partners, Announces Acquisition of PFP Advertising, Inc. (U.S. College Search)
PlattForm Holdings, Inc. recently acquired PFP Advertising, the owners of U.S. College Search. The acquisition strengthens PlattForm's ability to generate Internet student leads. - August 18, 2006 - PlattForm Higher Education
Massive Re-Launch of Keyword Companion
Keyword Companion, a comprehensive keyword management tool, is slated to re-launch with its version 2.0 on September 5th. With the added Google API for easy PPC usage and the most innovative keyword research module now built in, Breiter Strom, LLC is expecting huge opportunity for the product. - August 17, 2006 - Clausbrick Holdings, SA
"Where the Sidewalk Ends" One College Graduate Decides to Hit the Ground Running
Recent college graduate hired as a new addition to hot South Florida production agency for expansion into Advertising and PR, making Successful Images a full service one stop shop. - August 12, 2006 - Successful Images
Solar Velocity Creates an Online Marketing Campaign that Increases KnuckleUp’s traffic by 60%
Solar Velocity, a fast growing interactive marketing and web design firm, establishes an online marketing campaign for KnuckleUp Fitness increasing traffic to their website by 60%. KnuckleUp Fitness is a fitness gym in Atlanta, Georgia, looking to grow their membership. They contracted with... - August 12, 2006 - Solar Velocity
Hummingbird Creative Group Named Agency of Record for CapStone Bank (Proposed)
Local Creative Services Firm Inks Deal with Commercial Banking Firm. - August 10, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Bromley’s “The Glades” Sensational Summer of Events Kicks Off with Football Photo Exhibition - 31st July – 3rd September
“Hy on Palace” and “1966 Uncovered” form the focus of The Glades 2006 Celebration of Football. - August 01, 2006 - Blackfox Creative
Charlotte's Warren & Kallianos Selects Ideas Squared to Re-brand Prestigious Law Firm
Ideas Squared is proud to announce that their agency was hired by one of Charlotte's premier law firm, Warren & Kallianos, to re-brand their firm's presence and strengthen their identity within a growing competitive market. "Warren & Kallianos is a highly-respected personal injury... - July 29, 2006 - Ideas Squared
Poker Championship to Begin for the Average Player
Small Town Poker Tour begins quest for best amateur player in America. - July 25, 2006 - AMT Media LLC
Selmarq Designs New Restaurant Logo
Charlotte marketing and branding firm, SELMARQ, has designed the logo and corporate identity graphics for a new restaurant that opened in Charlotte’s University area last week. Mojo Bay, a casual eatery with Caribbean Latin influences, is a new concept developed by Charlotte restaurateur... - July 25, 2006 - Selmarq
The FAXE about Sponsorship and Co-Promotion - Danish Brewery Asks Agency to Find Partners for North American Branding Opportunities in 2007
FAXE is pleased to announce that beginning immediately, it will seek sponsorship and co-promotion opportunities for 2007 in the Canadian and American market. The premier Danish brewer wants to stimulate top-of mind awareness for its flagship brand, FAXE Premium. The brand team feels that developing... - July 21, 2006 - scratch
Pennsylvania Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Pittsburgh area native, Rick Cancelliere, has been named the Small Business Administration’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year for the District of Pittsburgh and the State of Pennsylvania. At 25, Cancelliere is already a seasoned entrepreneur who founded his first web design company at the... - July 16, 2006 - JDAnthony
Nation's Urology Leader Chooses Pittsburgh Design Firm
When the nation's leading minimally invasive urological services & medical devices provider opened a leading edge pathology laboratory, they placed their trust in JDAnthony, a progressive Pittsburgh design studio, to develop the new venture's name, brand and identity. "They wanted to... - July 16, 2006 - JDAnthony
Gasoline Doesn’t Fuel this Loyalty Program
Current shopper loyalty programs have recently been centered on the highly priced commodity of gasoline… until now. In the United States, close to 80% of adults 18+ years-old own a mobile phone, and now, they’ll be able to incorporate their mobile phone while grocery shopping and earn... - July 11, 2006 - BENSUR :: Creative Marketing Group
Frigidaire Chills Out with New Summer Sweepstakes
Frigidaire Canada is chillin’ out with a new “Cool Summer” Sweepstakes designed to help Canadians beat the heat this summer. With promotional partners Loblaws and Cuisinart, Frigidaire has created “Cool Summer” Prize Packs. Consumers can enter to win one of three... - July 06, 2006 - scratch
New Multimedia Advertising Carriers
Russian advertising group ARTIUM announced the launch of a network of new multimedia robotic advertising carriers EMBOX based on LCD-monitors technology. - July 05, 2006 - Artium
Solar Velocity Announces the Launch of SmartVideo's New Website
Solar Velocity (www.solarvelocity.com ), a fast growing interactive marketing and web design firm in the Southeast, today announced the launch of the new SmartVideo website. SmartVideo is Live TV on the go! SmartVideo is a subscription service that allows you to watch Live TV and on-demand... - July 04, 2006 - Solar Velocity
The Frat Movie is Holding One of Its Last Casting Calls Before Filming Begins
Westley James Freeman Kershaw is CEO of CRFreeman, Inc. and creator of a the feature film called The Frat. CRFreeman is looking for Investors and Sponsors for their feature film, soundtrack, merchandise, promotion, release parties and their multi city college tour. The size of a person's... - July 03, 2006 - CRFreeman, Inc
Jeanine Recckio Presents ICMAD CITY Awards Recognizing Cosmetic Innovation
Beauty & Lifestyle Futurologist, Jeanine Recckio, participates as guest presenter in ICMAD CITY Awards for Cosmetic Innovators of The Year - July 02, 2006 - Mirror Mirror Imagination Group
Solar Velocity is One of the Top 20 Atlanta Web Design Companies According to Atlanta Business Chronicle
Solar Velocity (www.solarvelocity.com), a fast growing interactive marketing and technology services located in Atlanta, was named one of the top 25 Atlanta Web Design Firms. Solar Velocity is a full-service marketing company that blends traditional marketing like print and packaging with... - June 30, 2006 - Solar Velocity
Solar Velocity Named One of the Top 25 Small Businesses
Solar Velocity, LLC a Technology and Marketing company, is proud to announce that it has been named one of Cobb County’s Top 25 Small Businesses of the Year for the third time in a row by the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Businesses were nominated earlier this year, and after review by an... - June 30, 2006 - Solar Velocity
Frigidaire Celebrates Canada
Just in time for Canada Day, Frigidaire Canada is celebrating 60 years of manufacturing quality cooking appliances in L’Assomption, Quebec with the launch of a new “See the Country Sweepstakes.” Starting on June 22, the promotion will give Canadians a chance to see their country... - June 30, 2006 - scratch
N2growth Announces Relationship with Small Business Review
N2growth’s Managing Director and Chief Strategy Officer becomes a contributing editor for Small Business Review. - June 29, 2006 - N2growth
Hummingbird Creative Group Wins American Corporate Identity 22 Competition For Logo Design
Creative Services Firm To Be Published For Footlights Project. - June 29, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group