Competitive Intelligence - How to Use It to Improve Your Company''s Bottom Line

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:25:08 GMT

Competitive Intelligence - How to Use It to Improve Your Company's Bottom Line
Start Date: 10-Dec-08 12:30 PM
End Time: 10-Dec-08 5:00 PM
Location: CenterPoint Energy Meeting Rooms, Houston, TX 77002
Speaker:

Event Details:

AMA Houston Market Research SIG
Competitive Intelligence - How to Use It to Improve
Your Company's Bottom Line

Know your Competitors
In difficult economic times, companies take a more careful look at the things they do well and focus on their core capabilities. Resources tighten up, and competitive issues become even more critical. Getting a good scouting report makes all the difference in the sports world, but in many organizations, understanding their strategic risk in a competitive business environment gets very little attention.

In this workshop, you will learn about competitive intelligence and how to use it to improve your company's competitive results. You'll walk out with an action plan based on your own needs, designed to help your company compete more effectively.

This workshop is for professionals who want to help their company improve their bottom line by teaching them:

What is competitive intelligence and how is it used?
What do we need and where do we get it?
What does it mean and how does it fit into my organization?
What type of competitive intelligence gathering is unethical or even illegal?

Speaker
Mark Johnson, Principal of Vector Group Services, a consultancy offering custom Competitive Intelligence, CI Training and marketing analysis solutions. Mark received his Bachelor's and Master's of Economics from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and took post-graduate studies in economics at St. Louis University.

Mark has developed competitive analysis, forecasting, and marketing analysis for a variety of industries. He has been involved in competitive intelligence for over ten years with a wide variety of companies, including Southwestern Bell Telephone (now AT&T), MetaSolv Software, Blockbuster, TXU Energy, and Flowserve Corporation. He has been the Chairman of the Dallas-Fort Worth chapter of the Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals for several years.

When
Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Program Schedule
12:30-1:00 pm Registration and networking
1:00-1:15pm Announcements and introduction of speakers
1:15-4:30 Presentation
4:30-5:00 pm Q&A

Where
CenterPoint Energy Meeting Rooms
1111 Louisiana
Houston, Texas 77002

Parking:
Numerous garages nearby are available in
addition to the facility's garage

Admission & RSVP
Advance Registration
AMA Members: $55
Non-Members: $75
Students: $20 (student ID required)

Paying at the Event
AMA Members: $75
Non-Members: $85
Students: $20 (student ID required)

Online Registration
Register online at
http://www.regonline.com/intelligence
by Friday, December 5, 2008 at 5pm.

Please keep in mind that no-shows will be billed for this event. Pre-payment accepted by credit card. Walk-in Registration will be available on site at CenterPoint Energy Meeting Rooms on the day of the event.

For questions or comments regarding registering online, please email Dylan Powell

For more information on this event, please contact Jennifer Meyer.

In-Kind Sponsor
RTS Ma

CenterPoint Energy Meeting Rooms

1111 Louisiana

Houston, TX 77002

SW Professional Connections December Meeting

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:45:28 GMT

SW Professional Connections December Meeting
Start Date: 9-Dec-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 9-Dec-08 1:00 PM
Location: Fun Tiki, Missouri City, TX 77459
Speaker: Susan Hargarther

Event Details:

For a very affordable $12, receive a delicious, casual lunch, opportunity to meet with business professionals who want to help you grow your business and your help to grow theirs. Give a 90 second presentation about your business, services, products and learn about others. Get a chance to be the next month's featured presenter.

First time visitors receive a $5 Fun Tiki game card!

Our November meeting surpassed October attendance, December promises to surpass November's!

Fun Tiki

3310 FM 1092

Missouri City, TX USA 77459

Ultimate Wrap Party 2008

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:58:43 GMT

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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:04:03 GMT

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PUMA''s 60th BIRTHDAY with EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING EVENT

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:27:25 GMT

PUMA's 60th BIRTHDAY with EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING EVENT
Start Date: 4-Dec-08 6:00 PM
End Time: 4-Dec-08 8:00 PM
Location: The Galleria Mall, Houston, Texas 77056
Speaker:

Event Details:

Come celebrate the launch of PUMA’s newest collection I Am 60 Decades in commemoration of PUMA’s 60^th birthday. Join PUMA at their Houston location for an exclusive, after-hours shopping event, to introduce PUMA’s new collection and get an early start on your holiday shopping.

Stop by PUMA’s Houston location for a night of fun including a 20% discount on merchandise throughout the store, cupcakes and drinks, music provided by local DJ ILL-SET and a raffle for the “ultimate gift-bag”. The first one hundred shoppers to spend $50 will receive an exclusive gift with purchase featuring the latest fashion and beauty products.

For more information and to RSVP visit www.puma.com/bday48. RSVP does not guarantee admittance, guests will be accommodated on a first come first serve basis

The Galleria Mall

5085 Westheimer Road

Houston, Texas USA 77056

Multicultural Marketing: Are You Talking to Me?

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:56:55 GMT

Multicultural Marketing: Are You Talking to Me?
Start Date: 2-Dec-08 7:30 AM
End Time: 2-Dec-08 10:30 AM
Location: Koch Building, off of Edloe,, Houston, TX 77046
Speaker:

Event Details:

AMA Houston Multicultural Marketing SIG Presents
Multicultural Marketing: Are You Talking to Me?

Houston's population has become increasingly diverse and the business landscape is rapidly evolving. According to the 2007 Houston Area Survey, in Harris County, Anglos represent 37.9% of the population; Hispanics 37.8%; African-Americans 17.8%; and Asians 6.6%.No other city in the U.S. more clearly exemplifies the trends that are radically refashioning the social, economic, and political landscape of urban America.

Marketing professionals must understand these demographics in order to ensure effective market segmentation, more business opportunities, and better client interaction and retention. Multicultural markets are now leading the way for real revenue and share growth for many companies; however, there are still opportunities and challenges ahead.

Learn how our panel of experts has successfully integrated multicultural marketing initiatives into their broader business strategies and overall marketing programs. Through their insights, opinions, and experience, our panelists will illustrate how to build a winning campaign through the use of strategic planning, innovative messaging, and intelligent marketing that tie into their long-term corporate goals

Attendees will learn:

Best practices relating to advertising, community relations, and direct marketing campaigns geared at multicultural audiences
How to build momentum, create awareness, consensus, and support and all levels of the organization to move multicultural marketing forward
How to avoid common mistakes while measuring and evaluating success

Moderator
Mary Jane Mudd, Full Tilt Communications

Panelists
Genaro Peña, Director of Marketing, Houston Airport System
Gary Orr, President / CEO, Comerica Bank - Houston
Oliver Luck, President, Houston Dynamo

When
Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Program Schedule
7:30-8:00am Registration and networking
8:05-8:10am Announcements and
introduction of speakers
8:15-9:55am Speakers presentations
10:00-10:15am Q&A
10:20-10:30am Closing remarks

Where
20 Greenway Plaza, (Koch Building) off of Edloe,
Training room One (on the first floor),
Houston, TX 77046

Parking:
Complimentary parking across the street.

Admission & RSVP
Advance Registration
AMA Members: $25
Non-Members: $45
Students: $20 (student ID required)

Paying at the Event
AMA Members: $35
Non-Members: $55
Students: $20 (student ID required)

Online Registration
Register online at
http://www.regonline.com/multicultural
by Wednesday, November 26 at 12:00 noon.

Please keep in mind that no-shows will be billed for this event. Pre-payment will be accepted by credit card. Walk-in registration will be available (but not guaranteed) on site at 20 Greenway Plaza, Training Room One on the first floor,

For questions or comments regarding registering online, please email Dylan Powell

For more information on this event, please contact Adrianne Poyet-Smith at 832-620-6035.

Silver Sponsors

In-Kind Sponsors
Transwestern
Principal Financial
Bayside Printing

Koch Building, off of Edloe,

20 Greenway Plaza

Houston, TX 77046

The Big Huge Holiday Mixer

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:03:48 GMT

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:28:37 GMT

Start Date: 21-Sep-11 11:30 AM
End Time: 21-Sep-11 1:00 PM

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oak Lane

Houston, Texas 77027

Monty Python channel

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Monty Python: "For 3 years you YouTubers have been ripping us off..." http://tinyurl.com/5sjzs9 (BRILLIANT!)

What do you think?

19-Nov-08 10:00 AM

BENEFIT for Houston Musician, Mike Henderson

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

A Houston musician, Mike Henderson, is fighting cancer and his insurance company– some of his friends are trying to help him – I know him, a great family guy. Come to the benefit bash or consider helping.

http://www.soundworks.com/pdf/Mikesfundrasierinvitation.pdf

Dwight Cook
Sound Works

18-Nov-08 8:00 AM

Look at this – a phone that beats the iphone and blackberry – or is it?

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

This is a great example of new viral marketing. One of the best I have ever seen.

http://snurl.com/57oeq

17-Nov-08 7:00 PM

Locke Bryan Production adds new director, general manager and services

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Patricia Torres-Burd joins the team as General Manager and Kenny Benitez as Director. “We are thrilled to have both Patricia and Kenny join our team as we continue our committed service to our clients”, said Camille Bryan, Principal and CFO of Locke Bryan Productions. Ms. Torres-Burd has extensive experience in the media industry both in the US and internationally and Mr. Benitez is an Emmy award winning director whose credits include ESPN and Robert Berning Productions (New Orleans, LA). Additionally, LBP has recently added Wiredrive as part of its client services. Locke Bryan Productions is a full service film and video company serving advertising agencies and clients throughout the world. www.lockebryan.com

14-Nov-08 4:00 PM

Petri Darby of darbyDarnit PR makes list of "30 entrepreneurs to follow on Twitter"

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Petri Darby, APR, chief darn officer of darbyDarnit Public Relations, was listed among "30 entrepreneurs to follow on Twitter" in an article on the YoungGoGetter.com Web site.

Darby goes by the moniker @darbyDarnit on Twitter.

Others on the list include startup expert, blogger, author, and venture capitalist Guy Kawasaki (@GuyKawasaki), Founder and CEO of TalentZoo Rick Myers (@RickM).

14-Nov-08 1:00 PM

"Award-winning debut feature film by TX filmmaker Chris Eska is opening this Friday at Angelika Theater."

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 03:30:00 GMT

Alfred Cervantes of the Houston Film Commission invites you to "AUGUST EVENING in Houston and Pasadena starting November 14th" on Thursday, November 20 at 11:00pm.

Alfred says, "Award-winning debut feature film by TX filmmaker Chris Eska is opening this Friday at Angelika Theater. Please join Houston-based producer Connie Hill and myself at the 7P-ish screening this Friday. Stellar: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/august_evening".

Event: AUGUST EVENING in Houston and Pasadena starting November 14th
"At the Angelika in Houston and Cinema Latino in Pasadena"
What: Opening
Host: AUGUST EVENING
Start Time: Thursday, November 20 at 11:00pm
End Time: Sunday, November 23 at 11:00pm
Where: Angelika and Cinema Latino

To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=30882619732

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The Facebook Team

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11-Nov-08 9:30 PM

SOUNDWORKS ENABLES FREE SPEECH

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Better than roll-over minutes!

SoundWorks is your communication headquarters. NOW, in addition to free WIFI, you can place your Sprint cell phone calls completely FREE at our studios. We have our own Sprint cell mini-tower which will intercept your call and route it over our high speed data network. This means your calls at SoundWorks will not count against your monthly plan minutes! How cool is that?

Come on over and your minutes are on us – no session required!

SoundWorks is just north of the Galleria at 7110 Gary St. Houston, TX
http://www.soundworks.com/Contact/ContactUs.html

11-Nov-08 4:00 PM

AIGA Houston Presents Nitty Gritty Teleforum: ** FREE FOR EVERYONE

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:00:00 GMT

AIGA Houston Presents

Nitty Gritty Teleforum: ** FREE FOR EVERYONE

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008

Presented by Pam Bryan,
Double Your Productivity in 60 Days... with your Genius Work
Are the conflicting demands of your design business keeping you off-balance and feeling distinctly non-productive? Have the day-to-day activities of running your business taken you away from the design work you love to do? The work that got you where you are today? Or, have you realized you do best in front of clients, not in front of a computer, but keep getting dragged back?

If so, don't worry, we can help you find your way back to productivity and joy. Join us to learn how to:
Identify and define your genius work - what makes you happy and provides the greatest value to your clients

Effectively delegate the rest to staff or service providers.
The Nitty-Gritty TeleForum is a great opportunity to share ideas with other designers and pick up ideas that could make all the difference to your design business and life. So don't be shy, just register to receive the phone number and PIN and then dial in to join us for a quick hour.

What is a Nitty-Gritty TeleForum?
The Nitty-Gritty TeleForum series is a great learning opportunity brought to you by your AIGA chapter. A TeleForum is a form of distance learning where you use your telephone to call a pre-assigned phone number in order to participate in an interactive educational seminar. TeleForums provide a great learning experience with your design industry colleagues, without the time, expense and hassle of travel. Just close your door, pick up the phone and join us. You can choose to actively participate or just listen and learn. The choice is yours. Several chapters participate in the Nitty-Gritty series so you can exchange views with design professionals across town and across the country. All without leaving your own office. Oh, and did we mention? They are free! The Nitty-Gritty series is sponsored and delivered by Pam Bryan of Future Results Now. Pam is a business coach dedicated to making your life as a design professional more fun and more profitable. www.futureresultsnow.com

DATE
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008
9:30 a.m. Central Time

Other Time Zones
10:30 a.m. Eastern Time
8:30 a.m. Mountain Time

You must RSVP for this event.
This Event is Free To All Participants.

Once you RSVP you will receive an email with the call-in information before the teleforum from the event moderator Pam Bryan.

Click below for more details & to RSVP
http://www.aigahouston.org/public/BRHMK534424324.aspx

For more information, contact Robin Tooms at
713-522-1555 or president@houston.aiga.org

10-Nov-08 3:00 PM

Art Directors Club of Houston Annual Award Show, Sat, Nov 15!

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT

This Saturday, November 15th

Doubletree Hotel, Downtown Houston
6:30 pm - Dinner and drinks served
8:00 pm - Show presentation

This year’s Art Directors Club of Houston Show pays tribute to all of you who display grace under pressure as a daily exercise. Those who, in the relentless vice of tightening deadlines and shrinking budgets, continue to extract unfiltered genius from each creative challenge. Join us and celebrate this year's winners and their fresh squeezed ideas.

Show Details
Dress
Business casual

Valet Parking
$5.00

Get your tickets online or click here for more information.

10-Nov-08 9:00 AM

Critics Agree… HiMA Interactive Strategies Conference ‘08

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Critics Agree… HiMA Interactive Strategies Conference ‘08
Was a Blockbuster

Houston, TX (November 4, 2008) –The Angelika Film Center was all a “Twitter” on October 22, 2008, as the best and brightest from Houston gathered at the Interactive Strategies ‘08 conference. Sponsored by the Houston Interactive Marketing Association (HiMA), the “Secrets Exposed!” event was attended by more than 150 participants, even after having to be rescheduled from September 18, 2008 due to Hurricane Ike.

Complementing the theater setting, the theme of the seminar was the big screen of Hollywood . The air was electric as keynote speaker Tara “Miss Rogue” Hunt kicked off symposium with an amusing look at “The Whuffie Factor”, a discussion about how on-line communities are changing our culture and how businesses can effectively adapt to this new environment.

Not only were the speakers phenomenal but the all-around unique experience at the Angelika Film Center was incredible!” stated Mary Frances Blatchley, Bridge Marketing Consultant from forBri Marketing and HiMA Marketing Co-chair. “We’ve already had sponsors, speakers and attendees requesting to sign-up for next year’s event.”

The venue, which included speakers from around the country, was perfect as movie screens displayed larger than life presentations that focused on three key areas in the emerging field of interactive marketing; Digital Media, Social Media, and Search Engine Optimization/Marketing.

Between sessions, participants were treated to popcorn, candy and fountain drinks from the theater’s concession stand as they mingled among colleagues and perused the sponsor tables. The gathering concluded with a cocktails and the exchange of ideas among peers.

About HiMA

Houston Interactive Marketing Association (HiMA) is an organization that creates awareness, facilitates education and promotes utilization of interactive marketing. Started in 2005, HiMA provides a culture of openness, innovation, passion, authenticity and action. For more information about HiMA, please contact Board Member, Marketing Co-Chair Mary Frances Blatchley at
(713) 240-8299.

9-Nov-08 3:00 PM

TRANSFORM STAGE FRIGHT INTO AUTHENTIC PRESENCE

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Check it out!

Public Speaking Course: Transform Stage Fright into Authentic Presence

Transform Stage Fright Into Authentic Presence
Be at ease in front of others for public speaking, presentation and speaking in groups and meetings. This six-week program works with professionals who are struggling with communication and who may be uncomfortable speaking in groups. It transforms the way you express who you are so you feel confident to share your ideas, insights and expertise. In this program you learn how to release the tension of being the center of attention and establish comfort in your skin in front of others. You will increase your presence and ability to be in the moment. And you will learn to connect genuinely so you can receive and hold the center of attention with greater comfort. Created by Sandra Zimmer and a part of the Zimmer Method for Authentic Communication, this program has worked for thousands of people for over 18 years.

TRANSFORM STAGE FRIGHT INTO AUTHENTIC PRESENCE starts:
Monday November 10, 2008 7-9:30pm 6-week class!
Deposit only: $100.00 Full Tuition: $595.00
www.self-expression.com

See our website for class descriptions, client comments and more information!

Please Call 281-293-7070

Tori Amos Commends Houston Indie Recording Artist

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Tori Amos Commends Houston Indie Recording Artist for Benefiting Abuse Victims HOUSTON, TX - October 22, 2008 - Jennifer Grassman, Houston recording artist, was recently commended by multi-platinum recording artist Tori Amos for her work organizing the city’s first benefit concert for The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN). I commend Jennifer on the great work she is doing to help victims of sexual assault, says Tori Amos, recording artist and founder of RAINN, speaking of Grassman’s passion to assist those affected by this violent crime, especially young adults. The fundraising concert, called RAINN Over Houston, will take place in Houston in June of 2009, almost exactly 15 years after Amos co-founded RAINN in June of 1994. Grassman, a resident of Spring and child abuse survivor, is hosting RAINN Over Houston in order to raise donations to help abuse victims and to educate the public on how to reduce their risk of assault. Tori Amos has long been an inspiration...

Professional Baristas Gathering in Austin for Specialty Coffee Association of America Competitions

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Cuvée Coffee hosting two regional quarterfinals at the Radisson Town Lake October 14, 2008 (HOUSTON, TX)…More than 100 coffee professionals representing seven states are converging on Austin October 31 through November 2 at the Radisson Town Lake in an effort to win a regional title of South Central or Southwest Regional Barista Champion, which guarantees them a semifinal spot in the United States Barista Championship. The winners of the Austin competitions will travel to Portland, Oregon in March 2009 to vie for a chance to participate in the World Barista Championship in Atlanta, Georgia in May 2009. The competition rewards demonstrated excellence in the art and skill of preparing and serving espresso. Entrants must make 12 beverages, including four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original signature drinks of their own creation within 15 minutes in front of a panel of accomplished industry judges. Competitors are judged on taste, beverage presentation,...

As Economic Crisis Worsens, Community Bankers Offer Lessons in Managing Credit

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON – Oct. 15, 2008 – With the nation’s economic crisis looming larger by the day, a group of influential community bankers will volunteer their time Thursday to talk with teens about using and managing credit wisely. This is the most troubled market the country has seen since the Great Depression, says Julie Cripe, president and CEO of OMNIBANK, N.A. and a member of the American Bankers Association. Now more than ever financial and credit education is essential for young people and adults alike. Cripe and other community bankers from Houston and across the country will mark the sixth annual Get Smart About Credit Day by teaching young people about account management, credit reports, identity theft and more. The Oct. 16 event is sponsored by the ABA Education Foundation. An official with OMNIBANK will be teaching a credit class from 1:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Thursday at Westside High School, 14201 Briar Forest. Since 2003, more than 315,000 young adults have learned helpful...

Public Speaking- Transform Stage Fright Into Natural Presence Weekend Workshop:

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Public Speaking- Transform Stage Fright Into Natural Presence Weekend Workshop:

In Transform Stage Fright Into Natural Presence, you are given the support you need to express yourself comfortably, confidently and passionately in front of a group. Our step-by-step program is taught in a nurturing atmosphere so you can relax and open up to speaking from your best and most brilliant self. You will discover a natural style of speaking that allows you to be who you are rather than who you think you should be.

This introductory course is a step-by-step process to relax and be real when you are the center of attention. In a non-critical and emotionally supportive atmosphere, learn to transform your inner tensions, feel comfortable in your skin, develop a relaxed presence and make a genuine connection while holding other's attention. This process helps you open up to sharing your authentic self in groups, performances, meetings and while speaking in public.

TRANSFORM STAGE FRIGHT INTO NATURAL PRESENCE- WEEKEND WORKSHOP starts:
Friday October 17, 2008 7:00PM-10:00PM
Saturday October 18, 2008 9:00AM-5:00PM
Full Tuition: $395.00
www.self-expression.com

See our website for class descriptions, client comments and more information!

Please Call 281-293-7070

TELLING YOUR STORIES & SHARING YOUR WISDOM

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:00:00 GMT

TELLING YOUR STORIES & SHARING YOUR WISDOM

Learn to think on your feet and let your stories and insights flow in the moment. By simply sharing the stories and experiences you know so well, you will be surprised at your natural ability to create connection and captivate listeners. By the end of this course, you will have developed your own unique style of speaking!

Course start date: Tuesday November 4, 2008
(6-Week Course)
7:00pm- 9:30pm every Monday
Deposit: $100.00
Full Amount Due: $595.00

Public Speaking Course: Transform Stage Fright into Natural Presence

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Check it out!

Public Speaking Course: Transform Stage Fright into Natural Presence

Transform Stage Fright Into Natural Presence
Be at ease in front of others for public speaking, presentation and speaking in groups and meetings. This six-week program works with professionals who are struggling with communication and who may be uncomfortable speaking in groups. It transforms the way you express who you are so you feel confident to share your ideas, insights and expertise. In this program you learn how to release the tension of being the center of attention and establish comfort in your skin in front of others. You will increase your presence and ability to be in the moment. And you will learn to connect genuinely so you can receive and hold the center of attention with greater comfort. Created by Sandra Zimmer and a part of the Zimmer Method for Authentic Communication, this program has worked for thousands of people for over 18 years.

TRANSFORM STAGE FRIGHT INTO NATURAL PRESENCE starts:
Monday November 3, 2008 7-9:30pm 6-week class!
Deposit only: $100.00 Full Tuition: $595.00
www.self-expression.com

See our website for class descriptions, client comments and more information!

Please Call 281-293-7070

Gulf Coast Ike Relief Fund Seeks Aid in Viral Marketing Campaign

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Greater Houston Community Foundation Seeks Aid in Viral Marketing Campaign for Gulf Coast Ike Relief Fund Foundation Urges Media, Businesses and Bloggers to Post Relief Fund Link On Websites to Encourage Donations HOUSTON (September 22, 2008) — The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) is asking businesses, organizations, bloggers and members of the media to support the fundraising effort for Hurricane Ike victims by posting a Donate Now logo on their Web sites. The logo links directly to the Community Foundation’s Website (www.ghcf.org) where visitors can make an online credit card donation to the Gulf Coast Ike Relief Fund. We want to leverage the pervasive, no-cost nature of the Web to easily connect as many people as possible from around the country to donate to this important fund, said Steve Maislin, president of GHCF. There are a great number of people in the Gulf Coast region who need help quickly, so using viral marketing, we hope to raise as much money as we...

It's Back Houston Massage Envy Franchisees and Susan G. Komen for the Cure Announce 2nd Annual Massage for the Cure Day'

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

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Advertising Executive of the Year

noemail@onlyinhouston.org — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Dear Fellow Only in Houston Members and Advertising Professionals, Here’s a quick, easy way to bring some much needed marketing and advertising recognition to Houston: Follow these simple online instructions and vote for our very own Alex López Negrete for HispanicAd.com’s Advertising Executive of the Year. Just click this link, VOTE FOR ALEX! - an email box will appear, hit send and you’ll bring this prestigious advertising award home for someone who has done so much for Houston advertising. Voting ends Friday, August 22. MORE ABOUT ALEX Since founding the agency in their Houston townhome in 1985, Alex and his wife Cathy have grown Lopez Negrete Communications to become the second largest independent Hispanic marketing agency in the country and the largest in Houston. That means some of the country’s most recognized brands have national advertising coming out of our city . . . Bank of America, Miller Lite, Reliant Energy, Sonic Drive-Ins, Tyson Foods, Visa USA and...

Freelance Graphic Designer - Permanent Part-Time

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Freelance Graphic Designer - Permanent Part-Time Description: Due to downsizing, small marketing communications agency located in Kingwood that services industrial B to B clients needs a permanent freelance graphic designer. Work load will fluctuate but will be fairly consistent. Must have fully functional home office, work on PC with InDesign CS and QuarkXpress. Must have 4+ years of experience designing print ads and submitting to publications; designing large scale trade show graphics and working with production vendors; designing printed marketing collateral and working with printers. Some experience with digital (html) design a plus (e-newsletters, email ads, banner ads, websites, etc.) Must be dependable, responsive to deadlines and extremely customer oriented. This is a long-term, permanent position. Please do not apply if you are NOT committed to remaining a freelancer and are actively seeking full-time employement with a company. Prefer someone living in the NE Houston...

Freelance Art Director

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Freelance Art Director Description: We are anticipating needing help while one of our production artists is on maternity leave. Assignments will be at times mutually agreeable, using a Mac at our offices in the Galleria area near the intersection of Loop 610 and San Felipe. To apply, please send an email with your hourly rates and experience to: Connie@gatewaydesign.com Please describe the types of projects you have handled and the equipment/programs that you prefer. Tell us a little about yourself and your background. If you have a website, we will check it out. This position will be on an as needed basis from late Nov. or early Dec. to about the first week of February or later. We'll just play that by ear. Required Experience: At least 5 years experience will be needed using a Macintosh computer and proficiency in Quark, PhotoShop and Illustrator. Education Required: Planned Duration of Employment:...

Web Designer

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:53:35 GMT

Title: Web Designer Description: Job Opportunity Seeking skilled web designer to design, build and maintain a new company web site. During this new initiative, support will be needed to maintain existing website. Ideal candidate will also support, design and build necessary elements for other branded social media and online applications. Experience with editing video for online distribution a plus. Job Overview Company: The Houston Museum of Natural Science Industry: Entertainment, Art & History Department: Marketing Position: Full Time Web Designer Reports to: Assistant Director of Online Media Salary: Competitive; based on experience Experience: 2 – 4 years Relocation: No Required Travel: No Contact: Send Resumes to Erin Blatzer (eblatzer@hmns.org) Responsibilities · Work effectively as part of online media team to develop a comprehensive, attractive, sticky online...

Web marketing Sales Assistant

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:17:54 GMT

Title: Web marketing Sales Assistant Description: Schipul has an immediate opening for an Office Manager / Sales Assistant to support their Houston office. We are looking for an independent thinking, reliable and self–motivated person to work in a friendly 23-person office assuming responsibilities, such as: Accounting and invoice generation Sales collateral preparation (such as articles, case studies and reports) Assist with new client set up and integration Create demo web sites for potential clients Review and create proposals and Letters of Engagement Search engine optimization (SEO) keyword research Assistance with client events Direct mail material preparation Assistance with sales calls Client support Project status updates This position will also assist other departments as needed and is in no way limited to the items above. At Schipul, we love what we do. We work hard, think hard and play hard. If...

T. Foteh Imagery

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMT

T. Foteh Imagery produces Food, Product, Fashion, and other commercial/advertising imagery. We employ an all-digital workflow with an strong emphasis on creative retouching.

Tarick Foteh
tarick@tfoteh.com

2727 Briarhurst #9

Houston, TX 77057

(832) 428-7825

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Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:45:36 GMT

Susan Fowler Productions

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:29:42 GMT

Susan Fowler
susan.fowler@sbcglobal.net

12727 Featherwood

Houston, TX 77034

713-408-6208

Paul Christy Productions

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 22:32:16 GMT

Paul Christy has decades of experience in voiceover, commercial production and radio/TV imaging. Clients like HBO, General Electric, U.S. Army & many more. Call Paul for fast turnaround of voice work or complete audio or audio for video production. Professional Pro Tools-equipped studio, with royalty-free music and SFX libraries.

Paul Christy
paul.christy@gmail.com

2510 Woodwind Drive

Richmond, Texas 77406

(281) 342-9570

Multi-Media Solutions

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:33:26 GMT

Mario Jaramillo
mario@robotagency.com

2609 Dunlavy

Houston, TX 77006

8328590650

Think Results Think CAVA!

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:17:45 GMT

CAVAZOS offers expertise in forecasting public acceptance of ideas, media relations, grassroots community relations, and public advocacy. These elements are integrated to build an effective public relations program. These services are available locally, regionally and nationally.

Think CAVA.

CAVAZOS Communications Cavazos
sylvia@thinkcava.com

3411 Houston Ave.

Houston, Texas 77009

713 223 CAVA (2282)

KDDM, Inc.

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:17:15 GMT

Producing Intelligent Solutions………..Creating World Class Productions

Our complete in house staff handles the writing editing production and distribution from concept through delivery

We can produce a shoot in any country

We can accommodate your client's/project budgets
We offer Spanish speaking services to cover the rapidly expanding Latino markets

Television Production

Corporate Videos

Commercials

Creative Solutions

College Marketing

Hispanic Marketing

Team Building

Tradeshow Creative Solutions

Event Planning and Promotional Staffing

Concert Production,

Rentals, staging,

Directors and Producers.

Graphic Design,

Powerful PowerPoint presentations

Collateral pieces, posters, labels, CD/DVD labels, Programs, Production Guides

Marketing materials, Event ID packaging. Handouts, flyers,

Toni Kaufman
tkaufman@kddminc.com

7419 Deep Forest Dr

Houston, TX 77088

(832) 474-5154

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