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Ads we love: Green technology edition

Love this ad – so simple and so well done. A subtle logo and model name at the end would have been much better though – the car shot is overkill and detracts from an otherwise excellent spot. Here’s the … Continue reading

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Our take on “digital” marketing

The lines between ‘traditional’ and ‘digital’ marketing are becoming increasingly blurred. Our conversations happen at tradeshows and conferences, but they also take place on Facebook and Twitter and LinkedIn. We watch video and advertisements on our computers and smartphones – … Continue reading

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How EDAC increased their email open rate by 90%

What’s the difference between this: (Version A) And this? (Version B) Well, when it comes to getting people to click on a link,  the first email increases the likelihood that they will click by over 100%. But why?

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Getting started in economic development marketing

We’ve compiled a “best of” list to help those that are new to economic development marketing. Some of our most popular posts on the subject are summarized below. We hope you find them helpful! Be Specific in Your Messaging: Why … Continue reading

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Canadian Goverment: A for effort, C- for impact

During the month of July, the Canadian government used interactive social media displays to appeal to busy Americans in New York, Chicago and LA. The concept was to present real-time “tweets” about travels and vacations in Canada on giant screens … Continue reading

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Ads we love: August 7, 2010

Time for another round-up of great ads. First: These clever spots for Pilot Extrafine pens… Next up, Samsung hits below the belt in this clever ad that plays on the very public reception issues with the iPhone 4: And finally … Continue reading

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3 ads we love – June 28, 2008

For Monster.com. Copy reads: “Stuck in the wrong job?” Found at The Ad Mad.

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Three ads we love: May 27, 2008

The car edition! 

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