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Charlotte AMA July 2008 Event: Improving Marketing ROI with Web Analytics

  • SPEAKER: Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development, WebsiteBiz  
  • DATE: Wednesday, July 9, 2008  
  • LOCATION: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 East Morehead St., Suite 200, Charlotte, N.C. 28206  
  • TIME: 5:30pm: Casual Buffet, Cocktails and Networking; 6:30pm: Program  
  • PRICE: $20.00 AMA members and students, $35.00 non-members and at the door  

Event Summary:
Companies are increasingly looking to web analytics as a tool for clearly defining the ROI of their online marketing campaigns. Please join us at our July meeting as Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development with WebsiteBiz, discusses how marketers can use web analytics data to make informed media decisions and improve ROI across online and offline marketing initiatives. Using a WebsiteBiz client as a case study, Kyle will discuss best-of-breed web analytics platforms currently in use throughout the industry, along with key metrics that helped the client make informed marketing decisions.

About the Speaker:
Kyle joined WebsiteBiz in 2002 as Director of Business Development. He is a leader in helping marketers evaluate online marketing initiatives that drive results. His extensive knowledge of results driven online marketing coupled with his breadth of business experience have helped marketers achieve and surpass their goals.  Kyle is an active member of the interactive marketing community and participant in national industry events.

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Upcoming Charlotte AMA Events

August 2008: Mobile marketing

Francis Shepherd, Senior Engineer from Apple, will share strategies for developing content and applications that engage customers in the new wave of mobile marketing just ahead.

September 2008: Out-of-home advertising

Representatives of Adams Outdoor Advertising will discuss the expanding world of out-of-home advertising, and how it is providing products and experiences to create brand awareness and an increased level of recall at the point of the purchase.

October 2008: Small is the new big

Tom Barbita, VP of Marketing for Cheerwine, will discuss how small brands have an opportunity to build strong brand advocates by building loyalty and confidence through intimate, relevant and comfortable marketing, advertising and branding initiatives.

To learn more about these upcoming events or to register, please visit http://www.charlotteama.com

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Get engaged: CAMA Volunteer Opportunities

Make your Charlotte AMA membership work for you. Volunteer to assist the chapter in one or more of the following areas.

  • Technical Webmaster
  • Event Photographer 
  • New member greeting & orientation
  • Proactive recruiting
  • Member renewal calls
  • Registration table assistance
  • Greeting attendees/answer questions

Remember your Charlotte AMA membership will work for you if you work it. To become a Charlotte AMA volunteer, please contact Spencer Williams at: spencer_williams@metronetworks.com 

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The CAMA job bank; your career resource

The Charlotte AMA Job Bank posts marketing job opportunities in organizations located within the states of North Carolina and South Carolina. To notify the chapter of a job opportunity, send an email with the job specifics and job contact information to Barbara Ivey at jobs@charlotteama.com.

For a complete listing of all job postings, please visit: http://www.charlotteama.com/jobs/index.htm

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CAMA Member Profile - Keri Glover

  • Name:  Keri Glover 
  • Employment:  C.A.T.S.
  • AMA member since:  February, 2008
  • Hometown:  Queens, New York
  • Personal Stats:  I am married with a four year old daughter. My diverse professional background includes sales, marketing, account management, promotions, and education. I have worked for several organizations including Gillette, Coca-Cola, D.L. Blair, Inc., the New York City Board of Education, and the Orange County School Board in Florida.
  • Last book read:  Leading from the Inside-Out, by Dr. Mario Barrett III
  • Why you joined AMA:  I joined the AMA to meet people, network, and get involved in new activities outside of work.
  • Company whose branding you admire, and why:  I think Nike has done a great job of creating an identity that transcends race, culture, socio-economic status, and connects people to their products in a very individual way.
  • Most significant trend currently affecting the marketing, communications and PR industry in the U.S.:  The increased use of social media.
  • Advice to college graduate just starting a career in marketing, communications and PR:  To stay abreast of industry trends, network, and constantly expand your skill set.    

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Welcome to our newest members

The Charlotte AMA proudly recognizes our newest members:

  • Sarah Dunnam
  • Courtney Bryan
  • Gianni Liburdi
  • Amol Kulkarni
  • Michael Coombs
  • Colleen Dillman
  • Philip Milhoan
  • Susan Reagon  

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CAMA Sponsorship Opportunities

Corporate sponsors support our chapter and we encourage members and all Charlotte marketers to consider them when you have marketing services needs.

Available sponsorship levels:

  • Platinum Sponsorship: Annual Presenting Sponsor
    $5,000 (equivalent value of $7,500)

  • Gold Sponsorship: Annual Chapter Sponsor
    $3,000 (equivalent value of $4,000)

  • Bronze Sponsorship: Seasonal Chapter Sponsor
    $2,000 (equivalent value of $3,500) for Fall or Spring

  • Crystal Sponsorship: Event Title Sponsor
    $1,000 (equivalent value of $1,500)

  • Event Only Sponsorship: Speaker Sponsor
    $750 (equivalent value of $950)

  • Event Only Sponsorship: Conference Sponsor
    $500 (equivalent value of $750)

To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

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The Board appreciates and recognizes the support of the following corporate sponsors:


Charlotte Business Journal Charlotte Business Journal
http://charlotte.bizjournals.com

The region’s best source of local business news, plus business development tools. For more information and a special AMA member subscription offer, call 704-973-1155.


iMeasure Marketing iMeasureMarketing
http://www.imeasure-marketing.com

TPM TPM
http://www.tpm.com/

Digital QuickColor Digital QuickColor
http://www.dqpress.com/
     

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Update your AMA International membership records

Current AMA members are reminded to log into the national AMA web site and update important membership information, including contact information, communication preferences, and publication/SIG selections. Please visit:

http://www.marketingpower.com then log in and/or register.

Update your Charlotte AMA profile by paging down to the email footer, then look for: To manage your profile...

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