Marketing

In our interim management assignments, we often call in members of our extended team of professionals to help us with a new corporate ID, develop a web site, create collateral, generate visibility and sales leads, launch a company or help execute marketing programs. We like to work with boutique firms featuring senior professionals to insure the highest quality of service without unnecessary overhead. We have an extensive pool of resources that span all aspects of marketing. The following is our current preferred vendor list.

Anvil Graphic Design

Anvil Graphic Design of Redwood City, California addresses the creative needs of companies throughout Northern California. Anvil offers an array of award-winning creative services, including brand management, annual report design, packaging, trade show and event graphics, and Web site design. The firm's client list ranges from emerging start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Anvil is also certified by the WMBE [Women Minority Business Enterprise] as a woman-owned business, thereby qualifying to participate in corporate sponsored supplier diversification programs. Contact: Laura Bauer, Creative Director, lbauer@hitanvil.com

Eastwick

Recognizing that no two companiesí needs are alike, Eastwick takes a fresh look at each clientís situation and develops programs and measurable goals tailored to its priorities. With Eastwick, there are no formulas, just solid, honest counsel that maps to PR objectives. Quality PR does more than just promote a company and its products. It boosts sales, shortens sales cycles, cements industry leadership and accelerates market adoption of new technologies. Whether it is a short-term project, such as a product reviews program or a messaging workshop, or a comprehensive communications program, Eastwick is an excellent solution for public relations. Contact, Elaine Cummings, Prinicipal, at ecummings@eastwick.com

Media One

Media One is an international design, advertising, and visual media company - you can see how good they are; they created the Accelent logo and site design! Tristan Parry is one of Australia's foremost specialists in integrated communications, with an impressive list of IT firsts. Kay Stammers excels in user-friendly copy and video scripting. Their services are fully integrated, ensuring a consistent look and a consistent message across all mediums - print, TV, video and the web. They are flexible, versatile, dedicated, unique, cost-effective and deliver results faster than anyone else. Contact: Kay Stammers, Managing Director kay@mediaone.com.au

NOLA Marketing

NOLA Marketing specializes in delivering marketing communications services to technology companies. Since 1999, NOLA Marketing has worked with businesses of all sizes ó from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 corporations ó to develop marketing programs and sales tools to attract and retain customers. Years of experience in high technology are the foundation for NOLA Marketing's services. These services are focused on helping businesses meet tactical marketing objectives. Known for speed and proficiency, NOLA Marketing provides the marketing support you need, when you need it. Whether it is a time-sensitive project or an ongoing program, NOLA Marketing is ready and able to deliver. Contact: Emily Mathews, Principal, emily@nolamarketing.com

Parenthetical Productions

Parenthetical Productions is a full-service digital media development firm. It works with clients to identify the best way to get their message across, and then manage the execution on every levelófrom big picture, right down to the most minute level of detail. Quality and perfection are the constant focus. Parenthetical Productions was founded in 1990 by writer/producer Len Lippman. The company has had the opportunity to collaborate closely with a long list of clientsóranging from individuals to Fortune 500 organizationsóin a wide variety of industries. They get the job done well every time, no matter what it takes. Contact: Len Lippman, writer/producer at info@parenthetical.com

Reidy Communications

Principals Jen and Dan Reidy are senior-level PR professionals experienced in working with leading technology providers and financial institutions to help build clear leadership positions in their respective markets. They deliver communications programs and counsel that propel your message and drive visibility to help you meet your business goals. You invest in results, not learning curves. They specialize at providing a full-range of public relations services to meet your needs, while maintaining a high level of personalized, senior level service. Contact: Jen Reidy, Principal, jen@reidycommunications.com

Rocket Science

Rocket Science is a fully-integrated marketing communications agency with specialized expertise in high-technology. Its team of industry experts delivers a synergistic mix of strategic marketing solutions, public relations programs, and sound market research - empowering technology companies with a competitive advantage in today's fast-paced marketplace. After all, engineering the perfect marketing solution really is Rocket Science. Rocket Science was founded in 1996 and has assisted a diverse range of clients from Silicon Valley start-ups to Fortune 500 giants. Contact: Chief Scientist, Mark Addision, mark@rocketscience.com

ZURB

ZURB is a marketing agency specializing in brand creation including websites and other key elements of a company's corporate identity. Bryan Zmijewski is the founder of ZURB and refers to himself a brand engineer for small to growing businesses. He is responsible for creating a consistent company image that customers identify with when purchasing products or services. A company's image or brand is a combination of many things - a logo, visual design, written words, technology, customer service, or any other element that a customer might encounter. A Brand Engineer can help focus a company's direction by creating consistency. Contact: Bryan Zmijewski, z@zurb.com