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Total Security Solutions Named to the 2012 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch List

We’re happy to announce that our client, Total Security Solutions, has been named to the 2012 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch list! Michigan 50 Companies to Watch is “an awards program honoring second-stage companies headquartered in the state of Michigan. These companies demonstrate high performance in the marketplace or exhibit innovative products or processes.” Total Security Solutions designs and manufactures bulletproof glass and barriers, and its products help protect employees of banks, convenience stores, government facilities, and pharmacies across the country.  Investing in new manufacturing techniques and infrastructure has been important to the company’s success.  The company recently doubled the size [...]

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WBG Creative Director Jamie Latendresse Joins Herman Miller Lifework Blog Team

We’re excited to announce that Whole Brain Group’s Creative Director, Jamie Latendresse, (@JLDesignSF) is now a regular contributor to the Herman Miller Lifework Blog! Posts on the Lifework Blog are focused on the theme of “where life & work meet” and feature cool office spaces, beautifully designed products, and the latest trends in how people are living & working today. Herman Miller is a 100-year-old-plus company located in Michigan that places great importance on design, the environment, community service, and the health and well-being of their customers and employees. As a long-time fan of Herman Miller, Jamie is thrilled to [...]

Internet Marketing Events

Announcing Spring Internet Marketing Classes at The Whole Brain Group

Learn about search engine optimization, Google Analytics, social media, and pay per click advertising in these interactive sessions at The Whole Brain Group! Classes & Dates: Donuts & Search Engine Marketing Basics (Friday, April 27th: 9:00-10:30am) Introduction to Google Analytics (Tuesday, May 8: 12:00 – 1:30pm) Introduction to Pay-Per-Click Marketing for Growing Businesses (Tuesday, May 22: 9:00-10:30am) Donuts & Search Engine Marketing Basics (Friday, May 25th: 9:00-10:30am) Half-Day Workshop: Social Media Strategies for Owners and Chief Marketing Officers of Growing Companies (Tuesday, May 29th: 9:00am-1:00pm) Donuts & Search Engine Marketing (Friday, June 29th: 9:00-10:30am) Through our classes and events, The [...]

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New Workshop Added: Social Media Strategies for Growing Businesses

In charge of marketing for your growing company?  It’s quite possible that your social media efforts are: Nonexistent: Decision makers in your company are confused about how to use social media for business, the potential ROI, or the investment required. Ignored: Accounts that haven’t been updated in months, no fresh content, and no customer engagement Overwhelming: You are posting to your social media accounts, but you don’t know if it’s worth all the time & money you’re spending To solve these problems, you need to develop a comprehensive social media strategy that fits with your company’s goals, budget, and available [...]

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Job Posting: Digital Marketing Specialist

Seeking a #perfectionist #socialmediajunkie #multitaskingmaniac #goalsetter #greatlistener #clientwhisperer to join our firm As a seasoned Digital Marketing Specialist, you’ll collaborate with our clients to  develop & execute smart internet marketing strategies with a strong focus on measurable results. Interested in learning more?  Check out the full job description and apply online.

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Marketing Internships Available for Summer 2012 at The Whole Brain Group

If you’re a marketing communications or design & video production whiz kid looking for a summer internship, The Whole Brain Group has two open opportunities to help us launch several ambitious marketing campaigns for our own company. We’re looking for juniors, seniors, and graduate students with strong writing skills and a passion for internet marketing to help us get things off the ground!  Job Requirements: Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and also collaborate frequently with team members Knowledge of social media and online marketing Passion for internet marketing & helping [...]

January and February Updated Social Media Classes

Join our series of Whole Brain Group Social Media classes! Class Dates: Tuesday, January 24: 9am – 12pm (Twitter) Tuesday, February 7: 9am- 12pm (LinkedIn) Tuesday, February 21: 9am – 12pm (Facebook) NOTE: This date was originally set for January 10th and has now been changed to February 21st. You will walk away knowing how to: Speak the lingo of the top three social media tools Choose and use those tools to help you grow or sustain your business Set measurable and reasonable goals for social media usage Establish healthy habits for making progress toward these goals Learn in a fun and collegial [...]

Marisa Smith Joins Panel for the Inc. Leadership Series – Ann Arbor

The Whole Brain Group President Marisa Smith joins local entrepreneurs on the Choices & Challenges panel to discuss the choices they’ve made and the challenges they’ve faced in developing, communicating, and sticking to them. Bo Burlingham, Inc. Editor-at-Large will moderate and take comments and questions from the audience. The Leadership Series event takes place November 17, 2011. Spend the morning with the editors of Inc. magazine, and the business leaders of the Small Giants community for an informative and inspirational program. In addition to the Choices & Challenges panel, enjoy breakfast and coffee, 2 keynote sessions, and roundtable networking. Click [...]

Press Release: Whole Brain Group Expands Digital Marketing Team

Ann Arbor, MI (October 21, 2011) — The Whole Brain Group is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its Integrated Digital Marketing team! The firm’s client base has been rapidly expanding, which has led to more than 300% growth in both revenue & employees since 2009. The new hires will allow Whole Brain Group to expand the types of services being offered to clients to include advanced social media marketing, blogging, and online ad campaign analysis & management. Megan Cough joins the Whole Brain Group team in the role of Digital Marketing Specialist, managing integrated digital [...]

10/11 Marketing Malpractice Workshop: Avoiding Costly Web Marketing Mistakes

Frustrated with your current web marketing campaign? Are you paying too much for what you get, or too little to get what you need? Confused about who owns your e-mail list or website domain? Using the Internet effectively is a critical piece of many small businesses’ marketing strategies.  The Michigan Small Business Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) is sponsoring “Marketing Malpractice: Avoiding Costly Web Marketing Mistakes” on October 11, 2011.  The event will include a panel of local experts, including web developers, graphic designers, and e-marketing professionals to discuss the do’s and don’ts of website design and e-marketing tactics: Megan Crosbie [...]