Searching for Account Services Professional
Howard, Merrell & Partners is seeking an account services team member with a minimum of 2 years experience to handle advertising campaigns for high-profile business-to-business accounts. Position requires multi-tasking on strategic and executional fronts, collaboration with colleagues, and deftly managing client needs and expectations. Must have a can-do attitude, a desire for producing great creative and ability to work diligently under pressure. More »
This Weekend – Don't Miss the 25th International Festival of Raleigh!
This weekend you and your entire family can enjoy a 3-day celebration of music, food, and culture from around the globe at the 25th International Festival of Raleigh, held at the Raleigh Convention Center. More »
Garden Industry and Mega Trends
Harvest time – this year more people in more places are reaping a harvest – from the White House to your house.
In every economic downturn, people have turned to the land. And, as a result all things related to gardening have experienced sales growth – seeds, fertilizers, tools, plant material and more. Most recently, at home vegetable gardens were up 19%, seed sales up 30+% and canning jar sales increased by 15% (2009 vs. 2008).
These trends are expanding and extending into the coming year. Garden Media just released its Garden Trends 2011 Survey.
As you review these trends, you may see that they relate to more than just gardening. The trends are not mutually exclusive and often impact each other. Here are some highlights: More »
Interact Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October
Interact is a private, non-profit, United Way agency that provides safety, support and awareness to victims and survivors of domestic violence and rape/sexual assault. Interact fulfills this mission through the support of its volunteers and community.
In observance of October 2010′s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Interact will be participating in a series of events that include: More »
Cohen to Speak at ConvergeSouth
Social Media Marketing Manager, Jeffrey L. Cohen, will speak at ConvergeSouth in Greensboro, N.C., on Oct. 1, 2010. During this two-day event, social media strategists and experts will give real-world examples for developing personal branding, internet strategy for small business, and mobile applications.
Cohen will lead a session entitled “Content Marketing for Small Businesses,” which will provide tips, tricks and tools to use existing materials and business knowledge to promote a small business online.
For more information, click here.
Barnes Receives Movers & Shakers Award
Creative Director, Billy Barnes, has been named one of the 2010 Movers & Shakers by Business Leader magazine. The award recognizes business executives in the Triangle community who are leaders within their company.
During his ten-year career at Howard, Merrell & Partners, Barnes has been instrumental in helping the agency receive a myriad of national and international recognition for its creative work. Under Barnes’ direction, the agency’s Creative team won Telly Awards, Addys, Graphis and The London International Advertising Awards. So, it is only fitting that Barnes now be recognized for his leadership.
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Kick off the NFL season with social media
It is finally football season, and you know what that means – tailgates, wings, chips and frosty beverages. However, did you know that football season is also a time when fans anticipate using social media? More »
Morning Mingle
Thanks to the PR team for putting on a great ‘Monthly Mingle’ this morning! Everyone was excited about breakfast goodies and had time to catch up with co-workers before the day got underway!
Happy Friday!
65th Anniversary Employee Celebration
We celebrated our agency’s 65th anniversary with a champagne luncheon. Here are some photos taken at the event.
Cohen to Speak at B2B Social Commerce Summit in Atlanta
Social Media Marketing Manager, Jeffrey L. Cohen, will speak at “Lift: The B2B Social Commerce Summit” in Atlanta, Sept. 23, 2010. During this one-day event, marketing and advertising professionals will give real-world examples of social commerce strategies and tactics.
Cohen will moderate the conference’s “Social Shopping for B2B” panel, that will address the effects of community-based flash sale sites, B2B companies’ participation in the social shopping trend and new sales techniques and outlets.
For more information, click here.
