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ExactTarget Sponsors the 2006 WebAwards

ExactTarget, the leader in on-demand email marketing software, has been named a 2006 sponsor of the Web Marketing Association’s annual WebAward Competition.

“We are pleased to have ExactTarget support the WebAward Competition again this year,” said William Rice, president of the Web Marketing Association. “ExactTarget’s expertise in delivering customized emails to our opt-in lists is critical to helping us get the word out regarding the WebAwards. We will use ExactTarget’s email program to manage and analyze the communications we send to those interested in our award programs.”

“Email is the most powerful marketing tool available. If used properly, nothing is more personalized, inexpensive, interactive or easier to execute,” said Chris Baggott, co-founder and chief marketing officer of ExactTarget. “Winning a WebAward not only provides valuable feedback from expert judges, but it also shows company management that their Internet investments are on the right track. We are pleased to support the efforts of the Web Marketing Association and their WebAward program.”

ExactTarget is the market leader in on-demand email software solutions for permission-based email marketing. More than 4,000 organizations worldwide, including The Home Depot, Scotts and Encyclopaedia Britannica rely on ExactTarget email solutions to strengthen their customer relationships and to control email throughout the enterprise. ExactTarget is a recognized technology leader, ranked highest in business suitability by JupiterResearch in 2004 and 2005 based on the solution’s usability, strong feature set and dynamic content tool. ExactTarget solutions meet the needs of all industry verticals and all size organizations, including SMB, corporate divisions, not-for-profits, large retail/direct marketers, agencies and enterprises. Privately owned and headquartered in Indianapolis, USA, the company has more than 30 offices spanning North America, Europe and Australia. To learn more, go to http://www.exacttarget.com.

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Small Army Named WebAward Sponsor By The Web Marketing Association

Small Army, a Boston-based marketing and creative services firm, has been named a 2006 sponsor of the Web Marketing Association’s 10th annual WebAward Competition.

“Small Army has been a long time supporter of the Web Marketing Association and the WebAwards,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “They have been a critical marketing and creative partner that has helped us define and build the WebAward brand. Whether it’s marketing strategy and website design or advertising and direct mail, Small Army offers some of the best talent available in the industry. We are excited to continue this partnership.”

“The WebAwards doesn’t only recognize online marketing innovation but, more importantly, drives it,” said Jeff Freedman, Marketing Principal of Small Army. “Our partnership with the WebAwards enables us to stay on top of the latest trends and innovations in online marketing. It also provides our agency with the opportunity to help define and raise the standards for the entire industry.

Small Army is a full-service marketing and creative services agency based in Boston, MA. Currently ranked the 23rd largest agency in New England by the Boston Business Journal, Small Army provides a diverse set of clients with a unique blend of senior-level strategic, creative and technology talent to produce and implement innovative marketing programs with measurable ROI. For more information, visit www.smallarmy.net.

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eComXpo to Sponsor the 2006 WebAwards

eComXpo, the virtual tradeshow for search, affiliate and interactive marketers, has been named a 2006 sponsor of the Web Marketing Association’s 10th annual WebAward Competition. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets industry benchmarks based on the seven criteria of a successful Web site.

“We are pleased to have eComXpo helping us to promote the WebAward Competition this year,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Trade shows are an important part of our marketing efforts and we are excited to participate in an event that is much like our own program – 100% virtual and online”.

“Helping support the online marketing community is an important part of eComXpo’s philosophy,” said John Grosshandler, Founder and Event Director of eComXpo. “Marketing professionals come together at eComXpo to learn how to excel as professionals. Winning a WebAward not only provides valuable feedback from expert judges, but also gives companies a valuable marketing tool and shows company management that their Internet investments are on the right track. We are pleased to support the efforts of the Web Marketing Association and the WebAward program.”


eComXpo is the first virtual, online trade show and conference for eCommerce marketers. Its third show is April 4-6, 2006 . Free Registration and information are available at http://www.ecomxpo.com. Over 175 exhibitors, sponsors, and presenters will be gathering with over 7,000 attendees, completely online. eComXpo provides all the benefits of a top tradeshow without the cost, travel or hassle normally associated with traditional events.

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Global Internet Solutions Not a WebAward winner

We want to warn the Online community that Global Internet Solutions claims “Global Internet Solutions has won the award from the prestigious Webawards competition”. This is in fact not true. They have never received any awards from the Web Marketing Association.

We have received several complaints regarding Global Internet Solutions and it is apparent from their unethical and illegal use of our logo on their Web site that anyone considering purchasing their services should be warned.

We will continue to pursue legal means to insure only Web sites that have legitimate won a WebAward are able to display the logo on their site.

Follow up note: A day after this posting appeared, our logo along with several others was removed from the site.

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Global Internet Solutions Not a WebAward winner

We want to warn the online community that Global Internet Solutions
claims "Global Internet Solutions has won the award from the
prestigious Webawards competition". This is in fact not true. They have
never received any awards from the Web Marketing Associatio

We
have received several complaints regarding Global Internet Solutions
and it is apparent from their unethical and illegal use of our logo on
their Web site that anyone considering purchasing their services should
be warned.

We will continue to pursue legal means to insure only Web sites that have legitimate won a WebAward are able to display the logo on their site.

Follow up note: A day after this posting appeared, our logo along with several others was removed from the site.

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Organic’s Kingdon to lead the 2006 WebAward Judging Panel

The Web Marketing Association is pleased to announce that Mark Kingdon, CEO of Organic, Inc, a unit of Omnicom Group, inc. www.omnicomgroup.com. has been selected to lead the judging panel as the first Chair of the 10th annual international WebAward competition for Web site development.

“As a long time WebAward judge, Mark is exceptionally positioned to lead the judging of this year’s WebAward program,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “For nearly a decade, the WebAwards has used seven fundamental criteria to evaluate, benchmark, and set industry standards for Web site development. Mark will use his expertise and insights to help define and enhance the current standard of excellence for award wining web sites.”

“I am honored and delighted to have been chosen to Chair the WebAwards—a program with a wonderful, rich history of showcasing a broad array of exceptional online experiences—from major global brands to smaller, single-shingle businesses from all over the world,” said Mark Kingdon, CEO, Organic. “Personally, I like seeing the huge range of work and being exposed to web experiences that I might not normally see. It’s inspiring. I’ve enjoyed being a judge and I’m particularly excited about developing a strong sense of community among the judges with a lot of good dialogue about the work.”

The 2006 WebAwards judges consist of a select group of Internet professionals who have direct experience designing and managing corporate Web sites—including members of the media, advertising executives, site designers, content providers and webmasters—with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web site development and technology. Judging for this year’s awards will take place in July and August, with winners announced in September. Internet professionals interested in being considered as a 2006 WebAward judge can nominate themselves at www.webaward.org/judges.asp

Here is the full press release from PRWeb, a WebAward sposnor.

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Internet Advertising Competition Deadline this Friday

2006 Internet Advertising Competition Awards deadline is February 17th – less than one week away!

There is still time to enter the 2006 Internet Advertising Competition, the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising produced by the Web Marketing Association.

The Competition Web site is located at www.iacaward.org. The extended deadline for entry is February 17, 2006. Judging begins on February 20th, so this will be the only extension allowed. Don’t wait – Enter today!