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DrupalCamp Brings Florida IT Community Together
Jan 25, 2010
A dedicated community of Open Source content management software developers from throughout the Sunshine State are convening February 20th and 21st at the second annual Florida DrupalCamp in Altamonte Springs. This year, new and seasoned users of Drupal (Drupal.org) will spend Saturday participating in beginner, intermediate and advanced education tracks,… read more of this press releaseSoldiers’ Angels is CommuniCause Campaign Winner
Sep 17, 2009
Orlando, FL—Soldiers’ Angels, a non-profit organization that supports members of the military and their families, has won CommuniCause, a nationwide online contest to win a social media makeover. Launched earlier this year by Orlando-based interactive agency MindComet, the CommuniCause campaign gave Americans the opportunity to vote online and rally support… read more of this press releaseThere’s Still Time to Vote: One Non-Profit Organization Can Win a $25,000 Social Media Makeover
Jul 02, 2009
Orlando, FL (July 2, 2009)More than 1,500 charities are vying for a chance to win CommuniCause, a nationwide online contest that awards one winner a social media makeover. Launched earlier this year by Orlando-based interactive agency MindComet, the CommuniCause campaign gives Americans the opportunity to vote online and rally support… read more of this press releaseCharities Reap Benefits of Contests on Internet
May 09, 2009
Originally Published in the New York Times By Stephanie Strom The opportunities for nonprofit groups to win money through contests are proliferating, adding yet another weapon to charities’ fund-raising arsenal. The latest example starts on Sunday when visitors to the Target Corporation’s Facebook page can vote for one of 10… read more of this press releaseMindComet Launches CommuniCause, Giving One Lucky Non Profit a $25,000 Social Media Makeover
Apr 27, 2009
Orlando, FL (April 27, 2009) — MindComet, Orlando’s leading interactive agency, announced the launch of CommuniCause.com today, a campaign that gives America the opportunity to vote online for their favorite 501(c)3 non profit to win a $25,000 social media makeover. The makeover includes MindComet’s expert consulting services to help improve… read more of this press releaseFACUG Conference is being held in Zephyrhills, Florida March 13 through 15
Mar 14, 2009
Originally published by Hewie Poplock We are within weeks of the FACUG Spring Conference in Zephyrhills, Florida. The Florida Association of Computer User Groups, FACUG is the leading regional association of its kind in the country. It is a southeast regional, non-profit tax exempt association, of independent computer user groups… read more of this press releaseTurner Speaks About Branding at Yale University’s Annual Newspaper Conference
Mar 13, 2009
MindComet, a leading interactive agency in central Florida, recently attended the first-annual New England Collegiate Newspaper Business Conference hosted at Yale University to speak to student newspaper business teams about branding and marketing. Marcelle Turner, the President of MindComet, led a workshop entitled “Branding: Selling Your Product” in an effort… read more of this press releaseMindComet to Host First Ever Florida DrupalCamp
Jan 28, 2009
MindComet, an interactive agency with headquarters in Orlando, FL will host the first Florida DrupalCamp February 7th, giving developers and others interested in learning more about Drupal, a place to meet and learn with a full days worth of training sessions. DrupalCamp is being offered as a free, one-day training… read more of this press releaseGo the Extra Mile
Jan 12, 2009
Originally published in FuelNet Edited by: Ken Beaulieu in: Customer Relationship Marketing Proven Ways To Get Closer To Your Customers Online January 12, 2009 - As people increasingly move online to research purchases, request information, and conduct transactions, human interaction is being replaced by points and clicks. For businesses, this… read more of this press releasedoterati’s 2009 Board Elections Elect Two of MindComet’s Leadership Team
Jan 09, 2009
January 9, 2009— doterati , Central Florida’s interactive marketing, media and technology not for profit organization held their 2009 board elections at CoLab Orlando January 9th where MindComet’s Jeremy Hilton and Kelly Reaves were nominated for positions and elected. The nominated slate was voted in ‘as is’ by the paying… read more of this press releaseCompanies’ Message to Children: We Care
Jan 05, 2009
Originally published in the Orlando Sentinel . Linda Florea |Sentinel Staff Writer January 5, 2009 - A team of interior designers and administrative staff from Baker Barrios Architects Inc. joined other volunteers from furniture dealer Workplace Resource of Central Florida, EA Tiburon, DLR Group, MindComet Corporation , VOA Associates Inc.,… read more of this press releaseWebsite Redesign Invokes Lifestyle & Emotion to Reposition Canned Tuna as Contemporary Food Choice
Dec 15, 2008
December 15, 2008—The National Fisheries Institute and its trade group, the Tuna Council, engaged Orlando-based Interactive Agency, MindComet , to redesign TunaFacts.org , the Tuna Council’s website. The new site harnesses the convenience, taste and fun of canned tuna as part of every day, on-the-go lifestyles. The site also offers… read more of this press releaseBankers Healthcare Group Redesigns Website: Accommodates Customer Needs by Increasing Site Usability
Nov 10, 2008
Bankers Healthcare Group , a lender focused in the healthcare industry, partnered with leading central Florida interactive agency , MindComet to redesign their website to better accommodate their customers needs. Bankers Healthcare Group lends unsecured working capital to healthcare professionals focusing solely on funding the needs and aspirations of healthcare… read more of this press releaseWenteVineyards.com Redesigns Website to Showcase the Desintations Appeal
Sep 29, 2008
WenteVineyards , a family owned wine vineyard located just outside the Bay area in Livermore, California partnered with MindComet, a leading Interactive Agency out of Central Florida to revamp their website to better portray the destination’s attributes. The California vineyard includes a restaurant, Greg Norman designed golf course, summer concert… read more of this press releaseMindComet Presented with Four WebAwards from the Web Marketing Association
Sep 16, 2008
The Web Marketing Association (WMA), an organization of volunteered advertising, PR and design professionals working to improve the quality of website development and online marketing announced today that MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency won four WebAwards . The WebAward Competition, the premier award event for web developers and marketers… read more of this press releaseFlorida Hospital and Disney Children’s Hospital Partners with MindComet
Aug 27, 2008
Orlando, FL (August 27, 2008)—MindComet, the premiere interactive agency based out of central Florida unveiled the Disney Children’s Hospital at Florida Hospital website today. The site, which is devoted to providing care givers with information on the hospital’s pediatric specialties and programs, is the newest venture for the hospital group… read more of this press releaseMindComet Campaign to Rocket into Space
Aug 21, 2008
Originally Published in Clickz News . When the executive producer of a game about a war against space aliens decides himself to travel to space, what can be expected? That he designs a marketing campaign around his space travel, of course. Richard Garriott , a luminary in the video game… read more of this press releaseMindComet Promotes NCsoft’s Tabula Rasa with “Operation Immortality”
Jul 30, 2008
MindComet Campaign Developed to Drive Users to Free Trial of Fast-Paced Sci-Fi Gaming Title MindComet, Central Florida’s premier digital agency and marketing technology developer, today announced the launch of “ Operation Immortality ,” the campaign designed around NCsoft’s Tabula Rasa® online computer game which gives users the ability to help… read more of this press releaseMindComet Presents Redesigned EatShrimp.com to Express a Fresh and Savory Appeal
Jun 16, 2008
Leading Social Media Agency Helps Make EatShrimp.com an Important and Healthful Consumer Resource MindComet , The Relationship Agency, the National Fisheries Institute (NFI), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing seafood health and education, and the Shrimp Council team up to redesign EatShrimp.com . NFI engaged MindComet to help the organization… read more of this press releaseiMedia - Dear Dawn: Is soliciting user content safe?
Jun 13, 2008
Originally published in iMedia Connection By Dawn Anfuso Great user-generated content comes from great brand planning. MindComet explains how to create a framework for creativity. Question: eMarketer pronounced on April 17, “(t)he user-generated content movement is no longer a fad,” in its piece “Can User-Generated Content Generate Revenue?” But UGC… read more of this press releaseAdding Greater Usability to the Mix, MindComet Makes Aboutseafood.com a Consumer Friendly Resource
Jun 06, 2008
Today MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency and the National Fisheries Institute (NFI), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing seafood education, safety, and sustainability, re-launched NFI’s website. Aboutseafood.com delivers greater access and interactivity for consumers, partners, and the members of NFI. The site redesign brings new social media and consumer… read more of this press releaseDavid Martin Promoted to Creative Director
Jun 03, 2008
Originally published in Clickz: Events & Accounts . MindComet promoted David Martin to creative director (April 2008.) Before joining the Orlando, FL, -based interactive agency, Martin worked as art director for WBCC TV, a public broadcasting affiliate. Read David’s bio. read more of this press releaseMindComet Hosts Florida Drupal Users Group
May 30, 2008
MindComet, The Relationship Agency, started hosting the Florida Drupal Users Group beginning in May 2008. Drupal is a free, open source content management system (CMS) written in the programming language PHP. A large community now helps develop Drupal, including many programmers and designers from Florida. “I’m very excited about the… read more of this press releaseBtoB Feature: Targeting iPhone Users
May 28, 2008
Originally published in BtoB Magazine . By Amy Syracuse Story posted: May 27, 2008 - 11:48 am EDT. Think Different: Some Companies Are Targeting iPhone Users When They Go Mobile Ask an iPhone user what the device means to him or her and you’ll likely hear that its advanced capabilities… read more of this press releaseDMNews talks with Mark Hardison, VP of Marketing for Restaurant El Pollo Loco
May 19, 2008
Originally published in DMNews May 19, 2008 Mark Hardison, VP of marketing for Mexican-inspired fast food restaurant El Pollo Loco, explains how the chain was able to connect on a social level to engage consumers with a user-generated video campaign. Q: Why did El Pollo Loco decide to explore UGC… read more of this press releaseMindComet Helps NCM Fathom Promote Unique In-Theatre Anime Events to Consumers Nationwide
May 07, 2008
The highly anticipated in-theatre events featuring live action Death Note and Bleach the Movie: Memories of Nobody NCM Fathom , the entertainment division of National CineMedia, joined forces with MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency to promote two Anime events, which premiered in select theaters nationwide over the spring months… read more of this press releaseNCM Fathom Leverages MindComet’s Interactive Approach To Promote A Hearty Classic in Theaters
May 05, 2008
The Movie That Started It All: Rambo in First Blood is Brought Back to Theaters for an Exclusive One Night Event In May 2008, NCM Fathom , the entertainment division of National CineMedia, joined forces with MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency to promote a unique event featuring the re-release… read more of this press releaseThe Interactive Media Council, Inc. announces MindComet as 2008 Media Award Winner
Apr 23, 2008
The Interactive Media Council, Inc . (IMC), a nonprofit organization of leading web designers, developers, programmers, advertisers and other web-related professionals, announced today that MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency, is a 2008 Interactive Media Awards™ winner in multiple categories. The Interactive Media Awards™, developed by IMC, recognize the highest… read more of this press releaseMindComet Diversifies Client Roster in 2008
Apr 14, 2008
MindComet announces significant diversification to its client portfolio in 2008. The opportunity to work with new brands has been fueled by expanding account teams, industry subject matter expertise and high-demand services such as viral & social media strategy and iPhone development. The company has formed relationships with several new clients… read more of this press releaseCelebTV.com and MindComet Team to Improve Usability and Engagement for Entertainment News
Apr 10, 2008
Today MindComet and CelebTV , a division of Intersport, Inc. and leading creator, producer and distributor of world-class television and digital programming, launched CelebTV’s new enhanced website. The CelebTV site features breaking celebrity news coverage, professionally produced entertainment and user generated content. By implementing the latest in Open Source technology… read more of this press releaseMindComet Selected by BtoB Magazine as Top 100 Interactive Agency for the Second Year
Apr 07, 2008
Recognized for Excellence in Interactive MindComet Keeps Expanding Its National Reach. MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency, today announced that for the second year in a row it has been chosen by BtoB as one of the Magazine’s 100 Top Interactive Agencies. Each year, BtoB Magazine honors the achievements of… read more of this press releaseMindComet Teams Up With Fathom Events To Promote Groundbreaking Cinema Entertainment to Consumers
Apr 07, 2008
199 Lives: The Travis Pastrana Story in Theaters for Two Nights Only NCM Fathom , the entertainment division of National CineMedia, joined forces with MindComet, Central Florida’s leading interactive agency to promote the exclusive in-theatre event featuring 199 Lives: The Travis Pastrana Story. With only a few weeks lead-time, MindComet… read more of this press releaseUsing e-mail to promote conferences and events
Apr 03, 2008
Originally published in BtoB Magazine . By Judith Nemes E-mail is one of the most popular ways for b-to-b marketers to publicize conferences or other events they’re hosting or attending. But to make sure customers and prospects learn about relevant events, marketers should gather user profile data on a regular… read more of this press releaseMimeo taps customer evangelists to beat industry averages
Mar 04, 2008
Originally published in DM News . Whether you run a small or midsize business or have been stranded on a business trip away from your in-house copy center and administrative staff, you’ve probably used a chain copy center. Anyone among us has probably searched for one to make a deadline… read more of this press releaseiMedia Connection Brand Summit Interview
Feb 13, 2008
Originally published in iMedia’s Brand Summit Coverage Written by Michael Estrin MindComet VP Tara Lamberson talks shop and helps us make sense of the headlines that impact interactive marketers. iMedia: By all accounts, there are some pretty gaudy predictions for growth in online advertising. But how do you see interactive… read more of this press releaseBetter Communication Leads To Higher Retention Rates
Feb 04, 2008
Originally published in MediaPost’s Online Media Daily . by Tara Lamberson, Monday, Feb 4, 2008 Rising employment rates have made college recruiting an even more competitive proposition for U.S. companies large and small in the last few years. As a result, many U.S. employers are exploring new approaches to recruit… read more of this press releaseThinking About Jumping Ship - MindComet’s Take on Talent
Jan 29, 2008
Originally published on TalentZoo . by Tara Lamberson Thinking About Jumping Ship? Anyone on the hiring end knows that our industry is currently experiencing a worsening talent drought. Some of you may be looking around – in fact, I’d bank on it since you are reading this on the Talent… read more of this press releaseMindComet’s Take on How to Hang on to Digital Talent
Dec 18, 2007
What’s Going on in Their Heads as They Decide Whether to Stick With You By Tara Lamberson Anyone on the hiring end knows that digital agencies are suffering from a worsening talent drought. You can probably bank on the fact that some of your sharpest talent has one foot out… read more of this press releaseMindComet Takes Note at PMI Conference
Oct 15, 2007
Bringing new knowledge and efficiency to MindComet’s workflow Orlando, FL (October 15, 2007) – Today MindComet Director of Project Management Jennifer Carey joined a select group of project management professionals attending the 2007 Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Global Congress in Atlanta, Georgia. PMI global congresses are the premier events of… read more of this press releaseMindComet Participates in First-Ever Orlando Barcamp
Sep 27, 2007
Tech Guru’s Event among the Most Exclusive for Web Developers Orlando, FL (September 27, 2007) – Today, MindComet team members took part in the first ever Barcamp event held in Orlando. The invitation-only event founded in 2002 by technology guru Tim O’Reilly has evolved into a nationwide semi-annual assembly of… read more of this press releaseMindComet Announces the Opening of New Headquarters
Jul 03, 2007
A growing staff has caused MindComet to outgrow its third office in seven years. The company will be hosting a christening party to announce the grand opening of its new headquarters later this summer. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Orlando, MindComet’s substantial growth pattern over the past few years… read more of this press releaseCure Cancer by Singing?
Jun 22, 2007
MindComet and PayPerPost, two local Central Florida businesses, may be onto a correlation between singing in front of people and curing cancer; or at least they hope so. The team will be co-hosting the first annual Karaoke4Cancer event to benefit the American Cancer Society. The evening will begin at 6… read more of this press releaseMindComet VP Invited to Speak at DMA Conference on Direct Marketing to Business
Apr 15, 2007
Tara Lamberson, MindComet’s VP of Marketing and Solutions, has been elected to participate in the Direct Marketing to Business (DMB) Conference hosted by the Direct Marketing Association. Lamberson will present on how to enhance customer relationships digitally - through leveraging relationship marketing, data collection and relationship profiles. Other attending companies… read more of this press releaseMindComet Amongst Top 100 BtoB Agencies for 2007
Apr 05, 2007
MindComet announced recognition today for their selection as one of BtoB’s Top Agencies for 2007 . The Top Agencies 2007 report is published by BtoB Magazine, a leading publication dedicated to business-to-business marketing. The report selects the leading small, midsize, large and interactive agencies based on criteria which include revenue… read more of this press releaseMindComet’s Marketing Podcast Subscription Rates Reach All Time High
Apr 04, 2007
MindComet’s marketing podcast series, Internet Marketing Voodoo, has recently seen the highest number of subscribers since its inception in January 2006. The 100% increase in podcast listeners over the past four months reinforces the necessity of tools like Internet Marketing Voodoo within the marketing/advertising industry. Currently ranked in the top… read more of this press releaseMindComet VP Visits Korea to Create Awareness Around Business Blogs
Mar 09, 2007
Ross Yaeger, MindComet’s VP of Operations, was selected to speak at the UFI Seminar in Seoul, Korea in early March. UFI is the association of the world’s leading trade show organizers, fairground owners and exhibition industry executives. Yaeger’s discussion, presented to over 200 attendees, will share the strategies and value… read more of this press release
