Calling all nonprofits: A chance for free marketing help from CreateAthon@USC
April 13, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Here’s a rare opportunity to get top talent working on the communications strategies that nonprofits need to tell their story and further their mission — pro bono.…
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Differentiation is your key to happiness
April 8, 2015
By Ken Gasque “Think Different” was an Apple advertising campaign. It was celebrating many people who thought different and changed the world. “To the crazy ones. Here’s to the…
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American Advertising Federation Announces New Professionals Scholarship
April 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF Midlands) is offering a new scholarship, the New Professionals Scholarship, for young alumni and 2015 graduates. This scholarship opportunity is…
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The Brandon Agency Adds Jan Suchanek, CPA, to Newly Created Chief Financial Officer Position
April 6, 2015
New Role Prompted by Agency Growth MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Fueled by continued growth, The Brandon Agency, a leading integrated marketing agency based in the Southeast, has added Jan Suchanek, CPA, to…
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Heybo Selects The Brandon Agency As Its Full-Service Marketing Partner
March 30, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – The Brandon Agency, a leading integrated marketing agency based in the Southeast, has been named the agency of record for Heybo, a rapidly growing apparel brand that…
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AAF of the Midlands Announces Call for Public Service Applications
March 29, 2015Local Advertising Organization Seeks Nonprofit Client for 2015-2016 Public Service Campaign . COLUMBIA, SC – The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of The Midlands has announced they are accepting applications from…
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Cyberwoven Welcomes Six to Team
March 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Cyberwoven is pleased to announce its team is growing, welcoming six new members in 2015: Jean Cecil Frick, Ben Kiehl, Kylee Perez, Anne Postic, Lauren Tatalias, and…
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John Boyanoski, Owner, Complete PR
March 23, 2015UpstateBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: John Boyanoski founded Complete Public Relations in 2011.…
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Complete Public Relations named Chamber Small Business of the Month
March 19, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations was named the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Month. Founded in 2012, Complete Public Relations strives to provide its clients with…
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Complete Public Relations named Chamber Small Business of the Month
March 19, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations was named the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Month. Founded in 2012, Complete Public Relations strives to provide its clients with…
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Charleston American Marketing Association Honors Outstanding Local Marketing Professionals
March 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston American Marketing Association honored outstanding local marketers, public relations professionals and industry creatives at its 2015 Spark! Awards on March 11. Taking home the top…
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Beam & Hinge Establishes Operations in the Midlands
March 17, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – A new website firm, Beam & Hinge, recently launched operations in the Midlands. Beam & Hinge is located in the heart of Columbia’s Vista and specializes in custom-building…
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James Littleton Named 2015 Scema “Amateur Radio Operator Of The Year”
March 16, 2015Littleton’s Son, Matthew, Follows In Father’s Footsteps, Continuing Amateur Radio Leadership, Tradition And Legacy ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – The South Carolina Emergency Management Association selected James Littleton as the 2015…
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The Brandon Agency Shines at Charleston American Marketing Association Spark Awards
March 16, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – The Brandon Agency, providing award-winning integrated marketing communications programs and campaigns proven to drive client success, shined for its creativity at the Charleston American Marketing Association’s…
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The Brandon Agency Revs Up Collaboration And Fun With Contemporary Office Redesign
March 10, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Since Scott Brandon took the helm of The Brandon Agency he’s had one goal – to build a hip, fun, collaborative agency that delivers measurable results…
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Fuel Expands Team – Names Jay Juan Garcia New Director of Sales and Marketing
March 9, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Fuel – the travel and tourism industry experts on a mission to make “Travel Marketing…Simplified,” has announced Jay Juan Garcia as its new director of sales and marketing.…
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Riggs Partners Wins Best of Print at American Advertising Awards
March 6, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Work developed by Riggs Partners was honored with three American Advertising Awards at the February 28 gala held at Stone River in West Columbia. The American Advertising…
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Riggs Partners Wins Best of Print at American Advertising Awards
March 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Work developed by Riggs Partners was honored with three American Advertising Awards at the February 28 gala held at Stone River in West Columbia. The American Advertising…
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Jill Armbruster of UCI Medical Affiliates Named to ‘20 Under 40’ List
March 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Jill Armbruster, director of marketing for UCI Medical Affiliates, has been named to the 2015 Class of 20 Under 40 by The State newspaper. Each year, the…
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AAF of the Midlands Honors Midlands Advertising Talent at 2015 American Advertising Awards
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – AAF of the Midlands hosted its annual American Advertising Awards gala on Saturday, February 28 at Stone River in Columbia. More than 50 awards recognizing exceptional work…
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Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…
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Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…
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Riggs Partners’ Kevin Smith Selected for Riley Institute at Furman Diversity Leaders Initiative’s 8th Class
February 23, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Kevin Smith of Riggs Partners is one of 38 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding areas selected to participate in the 8th Midlands class of the…
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10-x Group Adds Intern Madeline Mattox
February 16, 2015
10-x Group adds Intern Madeline Mattox GREENVILLE, SC – 10-x Group announced today that Madeline Mattox will serve as an intern for the agency Spring 2015. Mattox, who is…
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John Rusher, Myrtle Beach Golf Ambassador, Retires From The Brandon Agency After 25 Years
February 16, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – The Brandon Agency, a Myrtle Beach, S.C.-based national marketing company, bids farewell to long time VP and Senior Account Manager, John Rusher after a golf marketing…
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Engenius welcomes Beam as premium services coordinator
February 13, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Engenius has hired Anna Beam as the web marketing firm’s first premium services coordinator. Beam is a 2009 graduate of Anderson University with a degree in psychology.…
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Engenius welcomes Beam as premium services coordinator
February 13, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Engenius has hired Anna Beam as the web marketing firm’s first premium services coordinator. Beam is a 2009 graduate of Anderson University with a degree in psychology.…
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Alexandra Frazier Joins Riggs Partners as Copywriter
February 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Alexandra Frazier has joined Riggs Partners as a copywriter. Before joining the agency, she held internships in the strategic planning department of SelectNY, a Manhattan ad agency…
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Marcus Williamson joins Riggs Partners as Design Apprentice
February 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Marcus Williamson has joined Riggs Partners as a design apprentice, working under the tutelage of Partner and Design Director, Ryon Edwards. Williamson is a self-taught designer with…
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Jillian Owens Joins Riggs Partners as Digital Marketing Specialist
February 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Owens comes to Riggs Partners from the United Way of the Midlands, where she was a Community Impact Program Assistant. Her extensive background as a freelance writer…
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Marcus Williamson joins Riggs Partners as Design Apprentice
February 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Marcus Williamson has joined Riggs Partners as a design apprentice, working under the tutelage of Partner and Design Director, Ryon Edwards. Williamson is a self-taught designer with…
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Alexandra Frazier Joins Riggs Partners as Copywriter
February 12, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Alexandra Frazier has joined Riggs Partners as a copywriter. Before joining the agency, she held internships in the strategic planning department of SelectNY, a Manhattan ad agency…
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Jillian Owens Joins Riggs Partners as Digital Marketing Specialist
February 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Owens comes to Riggs Partners from the United Way of the Midlands, where she was a Community Impact Program Assistant. Her extensive background as a freelance writer…
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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015. The Chair of the Columbia City…
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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015. The Chair of the Columbia City…
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Legal Marketing Veteran Announces LinkedIn Marketing Seminars for Attorneys
February 10, 2015
CLINTON, SC – Stewart Marketing & Consulting has announced its initial schedule of social media seminars focused on “Using LinkedIn as a Professional and Organizational Tool.” Led by industry marketing veteran…
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Crawford Strategy adds three undergraduate interns
February 4, 2015GREENVILLE, S.C. – February 4, 2015 – Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations, and digital media company, continues to provide a year-round internship program for current students and recent graduates…
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Complete PR hires Public Relations Representative
February 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations has added Kaitlyn Hudson as the firm’s new Public Relations Representative. A native of Greenville, Hudson graduated from Newberry College with a communications and…
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The Destination Marketing Experts at The Brandon Agency Debut Jackson County, N.C. TDA’s First Ever Portal Website
February 4, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – In partnership with The Brandon Agency, a leading integrated marketing agency based in the Southeast, Jackson County N.C. Tourism Development Authority (TDA) has announced the debut…
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Erica Thomas Joins Marketing Strategies as Media Director/Client Services Manager
January 26, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Erica Boardman Thomas recently joined Marketing Strategies, Inc. as Media Director/Client Services Manager. A seasoned specialist with more than 25 years’ experience in strategic media planning and marketing, Erica…
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Understand Your Problem
January 21, 2015By Ken Gasque Understand your problem before you fix it. This sounds simple enough. But that is not the way problem solving takes place when there is a brainstorming…
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10-x Group to provide PR & Content Marketing for Techknow Inc.
January 21, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Techknow Inc. recently named Greenville SC-based 10-x Group as its PR/content marketing agency. 10-x Group will be producing strategic analysis, public relations and content marketing services for…
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ACON Investments and MidOcean Partners Announce the Sale of Fairway Media Group to GTCR and Adams
January 21, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – ACON Investments (“ACON”) and MidOcean Partners (“MidOcean”) announced they have completed the sale of their portfolio company, Fairway Media Group LLC (“Fairway”), to investment funds affiliated with GTCR.…
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Crawford Strategy Adds Account Coordinator
January 19, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Crawford Strategy welcomes Anna Catherine Thornley to the team as an account coordinator. A recent graduate from Clemson University, Thornley has experience in a variety of services including…
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South Carolina Based Public Relations Firm Launches New Initiative
January 14, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina PR Firm, McKay Public Affairs (MPA), will launch its latest creative initiative, Peplum & Politics, on January 14, 2015. The new blog will be another venue to promote…
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Hey, did you get my message?
January 14, 2015
By Elizabeth Boineau These days, it’s really tough to get through to your audience-whether yours is a voice message, email message or sales pitch, but hopefully it’s always on…
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15 MORE valid reasons to issue a news release
January 12, 2015By Holly Rollins Part two of two-part series. Standing out these days from the barrage of content and media messages is becoming more and more difficult. According to…
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Ten at the Top Names Ashley Downing as Communications Manager
January 8, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – Ten at the Top (TATT) has announced the addition of Ashley Downing as Communications Manager. Ashley will be responsible for management and promotion of all online Ten at the…
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Silver Lake and Red Ventures Announce $250 Million Strategic Investment
January 7, 2015INDIAN LAND, SC – Red Ventures, a leading marketing technology and services company, and Silver Lake Partners, the global leader in technology investing, announced that Silver Lake has made a $250 million strategic investment…
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City of North Charleston, S.C. Selects The Destination Marketing Experts at The Brandon Agency to Increase Visitation and Development
January 7, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – North Charleston, S.C. has long been known as a lively center of southern hospitality. With so much to see and do, including parks, gardens, historical sites, concert…
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