news & events

3.24.2009
Three Boston Area Interactive Media Agencies Launch Extreme Website Makeover & Party


Free homepage makeover, social media and email marketing implementation contest and party

Boston, MA (PRWeb — March 23, 2009) — Metropolis Creative, SHIFT Communications, and RatePoint, have teamed together to offer a website makeover to one lucky organization. The winning firm will receive a new look and strategy to help strengthen their brand, increase SEO effectiveness, incorporate social media strategy, along with expert advice to gain market share and increase web site visits.

The winner will be announced live during the Extreme Website Makeover party on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 6:00-8:30PM at 28 Degrees, 1 Appleton Street, Boston, MA. Cocktails and appetizers sponsored by 28 Degrees and Pearl Vodka. Nearly 200 marketing professionals are expected to attend the event.

"A web site that has a clear and strong message with a smart call to action and ease of use can really help drive sales.” says, Michael Flint, Founder, Metropolis Creative. “The goal of the Makeover Party is to critically assess the effectiveness of a website with a before and after showing.”

“This event will help demonstrate how websites need to evolve beyond static landing pages of information and provide an opportunity to exemplify the experience of brand and include social media elements to engage customers first hand,” said Bob Collins, VP of New Media Strategy, SHIFT Communications.

"This event allows businesses to see cutting-edge tools and techniques to collect feedback, manage customer relationships and use testimonials to boost consumer confidence and drive new business," said Tom Serani, Co-Founder and VP of Sales, RatePoint.

Register here today!
3.16.2009
How to develop a professional image on a budget: 5 tips for entrepreneurs

Nikki Smith Morgan interviews Michael Flint on her blog for Designers, Authors, and Speakers here.
3.10.2009
Social Media Jungle, Waltham, MA
Michael attended the Social Media Jungle in Waltham, MA. The format was a series of 20-minute discussions about all forms of social media, although Twitter stole the show. Doug Haslam has a great write-up here. The best part was finally meeting some of the people I've been tweeting with all year.
3.04.2009
Boston Area Search Engine Marketing, Boston, MA
Howard attended the Boston Area Search Engine Marketing Event at the opulent Foundation Room in the brand new House of Blues.