Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising September Meetup at Aquent

Join the Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group organizers and members Monday, September 14, 2009 at 6:30 PM for an evening of networking and discussion within the media, marketing, advertising, and public relations industries. Food will be provided.

Be sure to visit the Meetup.com page to RSVP and get complete details as well as updates about future CMM&A events.

Our guest speakers will be Tim Courtney of KeyLimeTie and Hugh Park Jedwill of Mobile Anthem. They will be discussing the latest trends in mobile, what that means for your brand, what you can do to reach new and existing customers, and how to develop a mobile marketing strategy based on your unique target audience.

The event is sponsored by the "Search Guys" Be Found Online and will be held at the Aquent's Chicago offices at 500 W. Madison.

We look forward to seeing you all!

We ask $3.00 at the door to help with expenses.
September 14th, 2009
6:30PM to 9:00PM
Aquent
500 W Madison St., Suite 2600
Chicago, IL 60661

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising August Meetup Conclusion and Pictures

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group had another great meet up last night - the founders of ChirpUp spoke about blogging and their experiences, as well as engaged the audience in a lively discussion about how to make blogging work for clients.

Here are some select photos from the event - over 70 of Chicago's media, marketing, advertising, and public relations professionals attended! Thanks to Saper Law for providing the space for a wonderful evening.

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising August Meetup at Saper Law

Join the Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group organizers and members July 14th, 2009 for an evening of networking and discussion within the media, marketing, advertising, and public relations industries. Food will be provided, and you may bring your own beverages of choice (BYOB!).

Be sure to visit the Meetup.com page to RSVP and get complete details as well as updates about future CMM&A events.

Our guest speakers will be Mark Bradford and Robert Lambert of chirpup.com. They'll be discussing "Why You Can't Afford NOT to Blog."

The event is sponsored by the "Search Guys" Be Found Online and once again the offices of Saper Law will host us. Saper's facilities feature a stunning rooftop deck on the 12th floor of 500 North Dearborn.

We look forward to seeing you all!

Please note you will need to be let in the front door from the street level - we will be waiting to let you in, and if no one is around just buzz up or wait a few seconds and we will find you!

We ask $3.00 at the door to help with expenses.

August 10, 2009
6:30PM to 9:00PM
Saper Law Offices, LLC
500 N Dearborn, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60610

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CMM&A July Meetup - Largest Turnout Yet!

Thanks to positive groundswell in social media outlets and word of mouth, the Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising group saw its largest turnout ever, with over 80 professionals gathering to network, discuss new developments in the media, marketing, advertising, and public relations communities, and enjoy the beautiful deck at Saper Law.

CMM&A thanks to our sponsor Daliah Saper of Saper Law for hosting the event and providing logistical support. Additional thanks to our sponsor BeFoundOnline.

Look for details about our next monthly meeting coming soon!

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising July Meetup at Saper Law and ADMAVEN 1 Year Anniversary

Before I explain the details of our next meetup, I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge that today represents the one year anniversary of ADMAVEN - The Interactive Advertising Blog. My first post dated July 9, 2008 promised to, "highlight new technologies, research, and industry practices that have a practical impact on the traditional and interactive Advertising world". I hope you have found this blog informative and useful in your professional life. I have taken great pleasure in delivering information on social media and social media marketing as they begin to take prominence. Thanks to all the loyal readers who have left comments, sent emails, and tweeted about my blog!

And now on to the CMM&A details:

Join the CMM&A organizers and members July 14th, 2009 for an evening of networking and discussion within the media, marketing, advertising, and public relations industries. Our last event was, as always, informative and a lot of fun - don't miss out. Food and beverages will be provided, but you may bring your own beverages of choice (BYOB!).

Be sure to visit the Meetup.com page to RSVP and get complete details.

Our speaker is Kris Pasquini and her topic will address the tools and techniques used in putting a strong personal touch in your client and network communications by going off-line.

The event is sponsored by the "Search Guys" Be Found Online and once again the offices of Saper Law will host us. Saper's facilities feature a stunning rooftop deck on the 12th floor of 500 North Dearborn.

We look forward to seeing you all!

Please note you will need to be let in the front door from the street level - we will be waiting to let you in, and if no one is around just buzz up or wait a few seconds and we will find you!

We ask $3.00 at the door to help with expenses.

July 14, 2009
6:30PM to 9:00PM
Saper Law Offices, LLC
500 N Dearborn, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60610

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Personal Branding Wars: Does Your Company Already Claim a Stake in Your Personal Twitter, Facebook, or Blog?

Thanks to Daliah Saper for giving a great presentation at the Chicago Media Marketing and Advertising June Meetup. Check out the videos below for great advice on the legal implications of personal branding:

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising June Meetup at Saper Law

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising group thanks Daliah Saper of Saper Law for her outstanding presentation covering the legal issues of personal branding, as well as the amazing venue!

Additional thanks to our sponsor BeFoundOnline.

Please look for a full video of Daliah's presentation to be released via ADMAVEN in the coming days.

CMM&A is growing - our monthly meetings are now known for great networking for marketing, advertising, media, and public relations professionals. Join the group today, and I look forward to seeing you at the July meeting!

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising June Meetup

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising group offers a very special June meetup at the Saper Law Offices in downtown Chicago!

Personal Branding Wars: does your company already claim a stake in your personal Twitter, Facebook, or Blog?

CMM&A explores the legal relationships between companies and personal brands. We all spend time building our brands on and off company time, but who has the final word in what we say and who we communicate with? Daliah Saper, Principal Attorney at Saper Law, provides a legal perspective on intellectual property, personal branding, and ownership.

Enjoy a question and answer session with Daliah as well as networking opportunities on the beautiful roof deck of 500 North Dearborn. The event is BYOB. Small appetizers/beverages will be provided.

Please RSVP at Meetup.com and be at 500 North Dearborn by 6:30PM

We will ask for $3.00 at the door to cover base expenses.

Monday, June 8th, 2009 at 6:30PM

Saper Law, 500 North Dearborn, Suite 1200

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CMM&A Thanks Jaffer Ali and Daniel Arguello; Members for Another Great Event!

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising group was pleased to host Jaffer Ali, CEO of Vidsense, and Daniel Arguello, CEO of ExposeSEO. The panelists discussed online video, the present technologies available for video search optimization, and the future of the medium. Of particular interest were discussions surrounding revenue projections (or the lack thereof) for Hulu and YouTube.

Each month has shown improvement in turnout and networking, and we expect membership to continue to grow at a steady pace!

Join CMM&A at Meetup.com, with 300 members and growing.

Stay tuned to ADMAVEN for information on upcoming CMM&A events!

Have a suggestion or would like to be a speaker/sponsor? Contact me!

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CMM&A Thanks Eric Lazar and Kyle Tobin; Members for a Wonderful Evening

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising group had another successful event last night with approximately 70 people taking part in an interactive panel about mobile marketing. A special thanks to our speakers Eric Lazar of Image Architecture and Kyle Tobin from the Catalyst Media Group.

Mr. Lazar engaged the audience with live demonstrations of mobile advertising executions providing powerful examples of how the format has come into its own.

Each month has shown improvement in turnout and networking, and we expect membership to continue to grow at a steady pace throughout the warmer months!

Join CMM&A at Meetup.com, with 250 members and growing.

Stay tuned to ADMAVEN for information on upcoming CMM&A events!

Have a suggestion or would like to be a speaker/sponsor? Contact me!

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising April Meetup

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group invites you to attend our April meet up!

April details are online, and I look forward to seeing you all there.

The CMM&A gets you dialed in to mobile marketing!

A brief overview of the technology behind, the tools available and the solutions offered in the world of mobile marketing. Come visit and think about how you can use inexpensive and powerful tools to market your brand in the ever expanding world of mobile! Discuss ideas with mobile marketing pros and seek opportunities.

Long time CMM&A member Eric Lazar of Image Architecture will be on hand for a short presentation followed by a Q&A. Networking and socializing to follow! See you there!

Location Information:

Monday, April 13, 2009, 7:00PM
Lincoln Station
2432 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773.472.8100

We will be in the back room.

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CMM&A March Networking Event Success!

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

Thanks to all who attended the Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising March networking event. We had a great time talking about the state of the business, new opportunities, and local issues.

Of note: we have started a blog for CMM&A to help us keep up with new developments, share information, and tell you about our monthly gatherings. Please feel free to share your suggestions and comments about past and future gatherings.

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising March Meetup

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group invites you to attend our March meet up!

March details are online, and I look forward to seeing you all there.

Get to know CMM&A!

Our previous meetings have been focused around one subject of interest to our members. Our March meeting will focus on getting to know your CMM&A organizers and attendees. Network with professionals in advertising, media, and marketing at a great venue and contribute ideas for future CMM&A events. We are excited to get to know each of you!

Location Information:

Monday, March 9, 2009, 7:00PM
Lincoln Station
2432 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773.472.8100

We will be in the back room.

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising February Meetup

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Thanks to everyone who attended the CMM&A February Meetup! Our speakers were outstanding and we had a lot of great (and sometimes heated) audience participation regarding publishing and the shift from print to digital.

Thanks to The Chicago Examiner and Gapers Block!

Details for the March CMM&A Meetup will be announced soon - stay tuned! If you have not already, I encourage you to register with the Meetup.com group here.

If you would like to participate in CMM&A as a guest speaker, please send me an email detailing your desired topic!

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising February Meetup

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

The Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group invites you to attend our February meet up!

February details are online, and I look forward to seeing you all there.

"Join us along with a special panel of three (3) guest speakers. All experts in their field, who will be discussing the world of PUBLISHING.
There will be a brief Q & A."

Expect to hear discussions centered around blogging, print media, and new ways to reach consumers through both mediums.

Location Information:

Monday, February 9, 2009, 7:00PM
Lincoln Station
242 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773.472.8100

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Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising January Meetup Successful!

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

I would like to thank everyone who came to the CMM&A January Meetup to network and share great ideas about SEO/SEM.

A special thanks to our panel speakers who provided some wonderful and entertaining insights into the world of SEO:

Dan Golden from Be Found Online
Steve Krull from The Krull Group
John Geletka from Ratchet

The event was hosted at Galway Bay Pub.

Pictures of the event can be found here.

We are busy planning our February event, and hope you will all attend!

Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising January Meetup

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.

January details are online! I look forward to meeting you all there!

Details:

Join us along with a special panel of three (3) guest speakers. All experts in their field, who will be discussing Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Local Search at its best.
There will be a brief Q & A .

This will the first 2009 meeting.

Galway Bay is 50 feet west of Pine Grove on the north side of Diversey.
Accessible by the #151 bus (1 block walk east), the #22 Clark or # 36 Broadway (2 blocks walk west) or the CTA Brown line (5 blocks walk west).

If you're driving there is metered street parking on Diversey (bring quarters) and/or cheap, private-lot parking behind Market Place grocery store which is across the street from Galway. There is also a Public Pay-by-the-Hour lot on Diversey between Cambridge and Clark.

CMM&A Thanks Lewis Lazare and Chicago Advertising Professionals

On behalf of CMM&A, I would like to thank Lewis Lazare for spending the evening talking shop with over 50 Chicago advertising professionals.

We had outstanding representation from agencies, design firms, social media and digital consultants, and creative staffing agencies.

Our next official meeting will be in January, however we are working on a special event for December. Stay tuned!

Chicago Media Marketing & Advertising Group Presents Lewis Lazare

Please RSVP to this exciting event on the Facebook Event Page!

Nicholas Kinports (follow him on Twitter @ADMAVEN) has worked in the interactive technology world for over 15 years. He is the Digital Strategy Lead and founder of Chicago-based digital marketing firm lonelybrand, where he directs the creation and execution of digital marketing programs that generate measurable signups, conversions and sales.