Become a Freelance Public Relations... Jun 18, 2009
Advertising the business by cold calling prospects and via direct mail. Networking with prospects at business affairs and other functions. (Suite101.com)
Luke mill planning another shutdown Jun 17, 2009
News-Tribune Tue Jun 16, 2009, 11:33 AM EDT. The entire Luke mill will be taking another market-related downtime the week of July 6, according to an announcement Monday by Gary Curtis, Luke Mill manager. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Residential Energy Efficiency: This Is How We Do It (Part 2) Jun 17, 2009
Direct mail is another traditional marketing channel with which utilities are very familiar ... But direct mail is also fairly expensive, does not allow two-way communication, and is often thrown out with other junk mail. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Cut Costs (And Save Your Job) Using Business Intelligence Jun 16, 2009
BI tools can analyze direct mail and other marketing campaigns and determine which list sources yield the most results. These tools also can cull incorrect/obsolete addresses and otherwise clean lists. (Datamation)
Embargo on Cuba loosens, by stages Jun 16, 2009
Late last month, however, Cuba agreed to resume direct talks with the US on migration and the reestablishment of direct mail between the two countries. Previous talks on migration issues were cut off by the Bush administration. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
'AJC' Takes on Local Media in New Campaign Jun 6, 2009
The ads break today, first in print before hitting online, direct mail and e-mail. "As a full-featured media solutions provider, the campaign will center around all three of the distinct platforms the AJC offers -- print, digital, and direct mail," Amy Chown, vice president of marketing, said in a statement. (MediaWeek.com)
Valassis Regains Compliance with Current NYSE Listing Standards Jun 5, 2009
Valassis companies include Valassis Direct Mail, Inc., Valassis Canada, Promotion Watch, Valassis Relationship Marketing Systems, LLC and NCH Marketing Services, Inc. For more information, visit or. To learn about advertising opportunities with RedPlum, please call 1-800-437-0479. (PR Newswire)
Data Services to Highlight Global Data Quality Solutions for Direct Marketers at DM Days NY Jun 5, 2009
Leading international data processing services provider Data Services, Inc. will present the latest data quality solutions for direct mail and internet marketers during Direct Marketing Days New York, June 16th through 18th, 2009 ... Messer continued: "This year's conference theme: 'A Seamless Blend of the Best of New and Traditional Marketing', conveys the continual integration of interactive and social medias and the change in what marketers now view as their 'traditional' marketing mix. While... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Obama administration engages Cuba in "democratization" way Jun 5, 2009
Moreover, the Obama administration and the Cuban government led by Raul Castro have agreed to resume negotiations on the legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and the direct mail services between the two countries. All these seemed to be signs that the United States and Cuba have embarked on a new way toward achieving full normalization of their relations, although the engagement has so far not involved sensitive issues: democracy and human rights. (Xinhuanet, China)
Campaign could be cleaner Jun 5, 2009
Commercials and direct mail pieces made some allegations that distorted the records of both men. But what was the purpose. (Brewton Standard, AL)
U.S. isolation policy fails as OAS readmits Cuba Jun 5, 2009
In an article entitled "The Clapping and the Silence," published by Cuban media on Tuesday, Castro described Clinton's announcement on the possible resumption of bilateral talks on migration and direct mail service as "rude and far from being diplomatic.". HAVANA, May 31 (Xinhua) -- Cuban former Leader Fidel Castro on Sunday responded to the decision of a U.S. court in favor of a Cuban-American who has involved in the murder of prominent revolutionary figure Ernesto "Che" Guevara. (Xinhuanet, China)
OAS Foreign Ministers Agree to Reverse 1962 Move to Expel Cuba From Group Jun 4, 2009
Obamas administration has relaxed restrictions on family travel and remittances to Cuba put in place under President George W. Bush and initiated talks on migration and direct mail links between the two countries. From the Latin Americans point of view, they didnt care about that, Purcell said. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
How To Give to Charity Without Getting All the Junk Mail Jun 4, 2009
The business of using direct mail to ensure recurring commitments may be a pain for the recipient and a heavy burden for the recycle bin, but it works. Especially in today's economy, nonprofits need to do what it takes to advocate for your limited charitable contributions. (Slate)
We Want More Contemporary and Younger Speakers! Jun 4, 2009
Agents who implement my systems show buyers additional levels of inventory such as old expireds, for sale by owners, past clients in their database, leads produced by direct mail to the target area of destination for the buyer, advertising the buyer's needs both on their sites and in print advertising, and advertising in other methods to generate unique inventory for a buyer. This unique inventory will excite the buyer, allowing them to become much more willing to sign a loyalty agreement. (RealtyTimes)
Report: Dead People May Have Voted in Minnesota Jun 4, 2009
"This is the great finger-pointing exercise, 'It's their responsibility,' and "No, it's their responsibility,'" Davis says. After the election, Minnesota Majority obtained the state's entire list of voters who cast ballots in the election. It gave the list to an outside firm that routinely conducts "death suppression" for direct mail firms. This involved matching the voter lists names and addresses -- with recent deaths. The process flagged over 2,800 individuals at specific addresses who,... (Newsmax)
HPU marketing students offer their services to businesses Jun 4, 2009
They'll look at web marketing, pricing, sales, location, customer service, packaging, direct mail and other marketing tactics. There is no charge for companies to participate. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fidel Castro rejects conditions for dialogue with U.S. Jun 3, 2009
In an article entitled "The Clapping and the Silence," published by Cuban media on Tuesday, Castro described Clinton's announcement on the possible resumption of bilateral talks on migration and direct mail service as "rude and far from being diplomatic.". Clinton said in El Salvador while attending a meeting of the Organization of American States that Washington would have an "open dialogue" (with Cuba) as soon as there were "changes of human rights and movements towards democracy" in the... (Xinhuanet, China)
Cambridges Grossman named 2009 Prodigy by New England Direct Marketing Association Jun 3, 2009
During that time, members of organizations like Hill-Holliday, Mullen, Oceanos and Vistaprint have been recognized for their expertise in areas including graphic design, direct mail and interactive media. Like previous Prodigy Award winners before him, Ben s efforts have led to increased mailing response rates and donations for his clients, said Craig Blake, past president of NEDMA and director of the Prodigy initiative. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Clinton details conditions for Cuba entry to OAS Jun 3, 2009
Cuba has agreed to a U.S. proposal to resume immigration talks with Washington that former President George W. Bush suspended in 2003 and to negotiations on restarting direct mail service between the two countries. But the Castros say they want a full lifting of the decades-old U.S. embargo on Cuba, something the administration has refused to consider without reforms. (USA Today)
* Clinton welcomes Cuban decision to hold talks with US Jun 2, 2009
The US on Sunday welcomed Cubas decision to hold talks on migration and direct mail service, but said it must still improve human rights before its isolation can be fully ended. Were very pleased that the Cuban government has agreed to talks on migration and direct mail links, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told reporters during a visit to El Salvador for yesterdays inauguration of Salvadoran President Mauricio Funes ... The move to resume talks on migration and hold talks on... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Virchow Krause becomes Baker Tilly Jun 2, 2009
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause has launched a public relations, direct mail and advertising campaign to spread the word of the name change. Baker Tilly Virchow Krause is not merging or being acquired and there will be no change in the firm s leadership. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Clinton tries to remake U.S. image in Latam Jun 2, 2009
May 31: The two countries reportedly will engage in discussions that would potentially ease immigration restrictions and direct mail laws ... Clinton said Sunday the Obama administration was pleased Havana has accepted a U.S. proposal to resume suspended immigration talks and restore direct mail links between the two countries. (MSNBC -- International)
Acxiom Finds AssureSign Electronic Signature Technology Efficient Solution for Employment Screening Authorizations Jun 2, 2009
Our consultative approach spans multiple industries and incorporates decades of experience in consumer data and analytics, information technology, data integration and consulting solutions for effective marketing across digital, Internet, email, mobile and direct mail channels. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Ark. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Group meeting to reassess Cuba's status Jun 2, 2009
In a positive development in U.S.-Cuban relations, a State Department official said Sunday that Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and on direct mail service. Cuba has also proposed exploring cooperation on fighting terrorism and drug trafficking, and on hurricane and other disaster preparedness, according to the official, who said Cuba had informed the administration on Saturday of its willingness to talk. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Clinton: Cuba-U.S. talks to resume Jun 1, 2009
There has been no direct mail link with Cubans since 1962. Congress voted to resume direct mail delivery in 1992, but the Cuban government has not allowed it. (USA Today -- News)
Viagra introduces its latest celebrity backer: the devil Jun 1, 2009
The United States and Cuba have agreed to resume direct talks on migration, last held in 2003, and open discussions on establishing direct mail service between the two countries, a US official said today. Saturday, 30 May 2009. (Yahoo News -- Men's Health)
Cuba Spurning Obama's Efforts to Engage Jun 1, 2009
In a positive development in U.S.-Cuban relations, a State Department official said Sunday that Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and on direct mail service. U.S. officials say they are ready to support lifting the resolution that suspended Cuba from the OAS, but want to tie readmission to democratic reforms in Cuba. (Newsmax)
Cuba accepts US migration talks Jun 1, 2009
The official said Cuba was also ready to cooperate with the US on direct mail services, as well as fighting terrorism and drug trafficking, reports said. The talks were halted in 2003 after Havana refused to give exit permits to people who had been granted US visas. (BBC News -- Americas)
US, Cuba agree to resume migration talks Jun 1, 2009
Direct mail service also on agenda to improve relations ... WASHINGTON - The United States and Cuba have agreed to resume direct talks on migration, last held in 2003, and open discussions on establishing direct mail service between the two countries, a US official said yesterday ... The communist nation also presented a note agreeing to a US request proposing talks about direct mail service, which has been suspended for decades. (Boston Globe)
Obama's efforts to engage Cuba facing big test Jun 1, 2009
Two nations agree to resume talks on immigration and direct mail service ... May 31: The two countries reportedly will engage in discussions that would potentially ease immigration restrictions and direct mail laws ... In a positive development in U.S.-Cuban relations, a State Department official said Sunday that Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and on direct mail service. (MSNBC -- International)
Newsweek: Can jihadists really be reformed? Jun 1, 2009
Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the Obama administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and direct mail service between the two countries, a State Department official said Sunday. Tyrone Siu / Reuters. (MSNBC -- International)
U.S.-Cuba talks on immigration to resume Jun 1, 2009
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the Obama administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and direct mail service between the two countries in a move welcomed by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. "These talks are part of our effort to forge a new way forward on Cuba that advances the interests of the United States, the Cuban people and our entire hemisphere," she said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Air France flight goes missing over Atlantic Jun 1, 2009
May 31: The two countries reportedly will engage in discussions that would potentially ease immigration restrictions and direct mail laws. NBC's John Yang reports. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Vacation Rentals are Helping Second Homeowners Out of the Housing Market's Foreclosure Crisis Jun 1, 2009
The Lake Tahoe rentals company recently aligned their advertising campaign with several media outlets, direct mail, beautiful rack cards located in all the tourist hotspots around the lake, facebook, which now has 200 million members worldwide and aims to help Tahoe vacation rental owners breathe new life into their vacation homes. Once upon a time, the arduous booking process vacation rental owners and travelers had to maneuver through took hours and sometimes days. (PR Newswire)
US, Cuba ties in spotlight as Clinton visits Central America Jun 1, 2009
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Cuba's reentry to top agenda of OAS meeting Jun 1, 2009
This weekend, Cuba and the United States agreed to resume talks on direct mail between the nations, a topic that has stagnated for decades, and migration, suspended in 2004 under then president George W. Bush, who also set limited remittances to the island to 300 dollars a quarter and family visits of once every three years. In March, ahead of the Summit of the Americas in Trinidad and Tobago, Obama lifted Bush's 2004 restrictions, imposed as part of a so-called "Transition Plan toward a Free... (Xinhuanet, China)
Polish Firm Protests Loss of Iraq Bid May 31, 2009
The Ups StoreRead this Direct Mail Advertising Firm's reviews Media Info ... The Ups StoreRead this Direct Mail Advertising Firm's reviews Media Info. (Yahoo News -- Poland)
St. Louis Character: Dobbs Bradford of Jazz St. Louis May 31, 2009
Mostly it s direct mail, about $80,000. Shouldn t Jazz at the Bistro stand on its own. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
As oldest boomers tire of the night life, many seek out matinees May 30, 2009
Thunder Valley markets to seniors with direct mail and its member cards. Customers collect points playing games that can be cashed in at the buffet. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
High costs make mass mailing less popular May 30, 2009
The amount of money spent on direct mail in this country fell about 3 percent in 2008 and is expected to sink another 9 percent to 10 percent this year, to $51 ... In a white paper published about the industry in February, the Winterberry Group said, "Direct mail has seen its influence as a high-volume, mass-oriented response driver all but vanish. Skyrocketing costs have critically wounded industries (including the catalog, credit-card and not-for-profit sectors) that long depended on the mail... (AZCentral -- Business)
Paying extra principal each year will help that mortgage balance shrink sooner May 30, 2009
Recently a direct mail offer said that if I pay the mortgage biweekly, I can save about $100,000 during the loan repayment period. Can I pay one additional installment every year directly to the mortgage company and have the same advantage as biweekly installments. (Boston Globe)
Baker & Taylor Launches New Digital Print on Demand Platform May 29, 2009
Founded more than 144 years ago, the company provides products and solutions in commercial printing, direct mail, financial printing, print fulfillment, labels, forms, logistics, call centers, transactional print-and-mail, print management, online services, digital photography, color services, and content and database management to customers in the publishing, healthcare, advertising, retail, technology, financial services and many other industries. The largest companies in the world and others... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Dallas Morning News' Combining Inserts With Valassis' RedPlum May 28, 2009
CHICAGO The Dallas Morning News said Wednesday it is combining its advertising inserts with Valassis' RedPlum Direct Mail Package in a single shared offering that will reach 1 ... Newspaper customers will the merged RedPlum package on top of the Wednesday newspaper, "ensuring high visibility for the advertising offers," the paper and direct mailer said ... Direct mail customers will receive a co-branded RedPlum package in their mailboxes on Tuesday or Wednesday. (MediaWeek.com)
CIBC Announces Second Quarter 2009 Results May 28, 2009
These were further supported by radio and print advertising, as well as direct mail campaigns in key markets. CIBC's retail business also made progress on its strategic priority of offering competitive products to further client relationships: - CIBC led the 2009 Lipper Awards by winning four mutual fund Lipper Awards and seven Lipper Certificates. (Canada Newswire)
'Atlanta Journal-Constitution' Parent Sells Direct Mailer May 28, 2009
Atlanta Journal-Constitution' Parent Sells Direct Mailer ... Atlanta Journal-Constitution' Parent Sells Direct Mailer ... CHICAGO Cox Enterprises Inc. said Wednesday it has sold Saving Source Direct, a direct mail business in Tarboro, N.C., to MailSouth of Helena, Ala. (MediaWeek.com)
Alloy, Inc. First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Notice May 27, 2009
Alloy manages a diverse array of assets and services in interactive, display, direct mail, content production and educational programming. Alloy works with over 1,500 companies including half of the Fortune 200. (Primezone Releases)
major speech on the issue at the National Archives May 27, 2009
"I know that the politics in Congress will be difficult. These issues are fodder for 30-second commercials and direct mail pieces that are designed to frighten. I get it. But if we continue to make decisions from within a climate of fear, we will make more mistakes," he said ... These issues are fodder for 30-second commercials and direct mail pieces that are designed to frighten. (Harper's Magazine)
National Geographic Renews Its Long-Standing Relationship With Marketing Services Leader Epsilon May 23, 2009
Services include strategic consulting, database and loyalty technology, proprietary data, predictive modeling and a full range of creative and interactive services including brand and promotional development, web design, email deployment, search engine optimization and direct mail production. In addition, Epsilon is the world's largest permission-based email marketer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AP: Obama Says U.S. Prisons Tough Enough for Detainees May 23, 2009
"I know that the politics in Congress will be difficult. These issues are fodder for 30-second commercials and direct mail pieces that are designed to frighten. I get it. But if we continue to make decisions from within a climate of fear, we will make more mistakes," he said. Obama said he had no intention of looking back and "relitigating the policies" of the Bush administration. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
McDonnell and Bolling announce Good Government Plan May 23, 2009
Saturday May 23, 2009. Star Tribune (434) 432-2791 Phone (434) 432-4033 Fax P.O. Box 111 28 North Main Street, Chatham VA 24531. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
CFDC Wins Two FEDC Awards May 23, 2009
The CFDC was recognized for its International Trade and Foreign Direct Investment Program (2009 Excellence in International Business Award) and for its Direct Mail Campaign Where Innovation Drives Economic Growth (2009 FEDC Marketing Award). Our international trade program and direct mail campaigns promote diversifying our economic base and marketing the key industry sectors which will bring higher paying jobs to our community, said Tom Patton, executive director of the Central Florida... (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Obama defends plans to close Gitmo May 22, 2009
These issues are fodder for 30-second commercials and direct mail pieces that are designed to frighten. I get it. (KHOU.com, TX)
Using Integrated Direct Marketing S... May 22, 2009
Good to Combine Direct Mail, Email, Telemarketing & Cell Phone Ads ... As observed by Stan Rapp, author of Maximarketing and Beyond Maximarketing, "The days of dominance by a single advertising medium TV for the image-building and direct mail for the direct marketer are over. Direct Marketing Still Popular Direct Marketing remains one of the best marketing strategies among businesses around the world and especially in the US. According to a 2008 report by the US-based Direct Marketing... (Suite101.com)
I just received a direct mail advertisement from Direct TV saying exactly what... May 22, 2009
According to the lawsuit, DirecTV through print, billboard and radio ads, direct mail pieces sent in six states (Connecticut, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, South Carolina and Wisconsin), and personal solicitations falsely claimed that Charter would not be able to provide customers with the service they had become accustomed to ... I just received a direct mail advertisement from Direct TV saying exactly what the article says. (Multichannel News)
Obama On National Security May 22, 2009
"I know that the politics in Congress will be difficult. These issues are fodder for 30-second commercials and direct mail pieces that are designed to frighten. I get it. But if we continue to make decisions from within a climate of fear, we will make more mistakes," he said. (CBS)Obama said he had no intention of looking back and "relitigating the policies" of the Bush administration. (CBS News)
President Obama's remarks May 22, 2009
You can almost picture the direct mail pieces that emerge from any vote on this issue -- designed to frighten the population. I get it. (Boston Globe)
Secrets of the Coupon Queen May 21, 2009
"If I'm distributing a regional coupon, that's intended for that marketplace," said Suzie Brown, chief marketing officer for Valassis, one of the nation's major distributors of coupons through venues such as the Red Plum coupon inserts in newspapers, direct mail pieces and online at RedPlum. com. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Jaco-Bryant adds direct mail May 21, 2009
Due to a decline in demand for digital printing services, has acquired two direct mail companies over the past eight months ... The company acquired direct mail companies and as an entry into an industry it had no expertise in ... Mason Ezzell III, president of , which started as a printing service and bindery, says a move by printers into direct mail is becoming more common across the country. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Data Services Highlights Direct Mail Savings for Publishers at SIPA 2009 May 21, 2009
Data Services, Inc. specializes in US, Canadian and International Direct Mail Data Processing, Merge-Purge, Database Building, Email Campaign Management Services and Online list count and ordering tools and will exhibit at SIPA 2009 May 31st through June 2nd as well as the DMDays Conference () in New York June 16th through 18th ... Direct Mail Data Processing. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Free Lipitor, Viagra, 70 other drugs for jobless May 19, 2009
Local San Francisco Direct Mail Center: EASY Print processing. Serving the San Francisco bay area and all surrounding counties. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Web fundraising grows in favorat Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill May 18, 2009
For direct mail, I can t send it to all Carolina alumni, she says, citing her limited budget ... 4 million, compared to $57,500 for the direct mail and phone calls that netted $3. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Today in History May 18, 2009
Local San Francisco Direct Mail Center: EASY Print processing. Northern California lodging: Bstal village 28 miles to San Fran. (Yahoo News)
Judicial campaigns raise the bar on fundraising May 17, 2009
Courting those voters by direct mail and canvassing is more efficient than buying billboard space or broadcast ad time, he said, predicting the vast majority of those audiences will not turn out on primary day. Yet Mr. Eisenberg said he doesn't expect to win Tuesday, calling his campaign "a learning experience." One lesson: it pays to have good connections in the legal field. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
11 Obamas from Japan to visit president's Isle landmarks May 17, 2009
Airline staffers searched phone books and databases and targeted people with the last name Obama through direct mail promotions about the package. The airline and other travel folks pitch these special themes to travelers especially in difficult economic downturns like this one. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Internet tax bill off the table - for now May 17, 2009
This type of advertising is no different than pay-for-performance marketing on television, radio, print and direct mail. Affiliates simply create advertising and buy media. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
