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Planet Central is a Richmond headquartered, full-service integrated advertising agency known for television, print, and digital advertising; media planning and buying; and web design and social media. The agency’s approach is to work in partnership with clients to develop a strong strategic platform and then apply creativity across the board to the tactics best suited to achieve results. In short, “whatever works.” Some of Planet Central’s clients include Portrait Innovations, Tilson Homes, McGladrey, Pleasants Hardware, and others.
Comcast Spotlight, the advertising sales division of Comcast Cable, helps put the power of on air, online and on demand media to use for local, regional and national advertisers. It is focused on moving the industry forward in advanced technologies and innovative products to reach, engage and connect with audiences most effectively and efficiently. Comcast Spotlight inserts commercials in many targeted cable networks, allowing advertisers to choose the best mix for reaching the geographic consumer groups they desire. Buying commercial time with Comcast Spotlight allows advertisers to run only in the precise markets - and zip codes - they want, whether it’s for a local, regional or national effort.
Headquartered in New York with offices throughout the country, Comcast Spotlight has a presence in 80+ markets with approximately 30 million owned and represented subscribers. Comcast Spotlight’s goal is to make cable advertising easy to buy, and to enhance the value of spot cable advertising via new technologies, products and services.
At WebStrategies, we are business people first and foremost, and good business decisions are based on reliable data. With our data driven approach to online marketing, your primary business objectives become clear and more achievable.
Elevation is a Richmond-based branding, advertising and design firm dedicated to elevating the brands of its clients through creative and strategic excellence. Founded in January 2001 by Aaron Dotson and Frank Gilliam, Elevation delivers a higher level of thinking and a higher level of service—helping clients achieve a higher level of success. Learn more at elevationadvertising.com.
Spurrier Media Group is a Richmond-based creative media shop, specializing in strategic solutions for media research, analysis, planning, negotiation and placement. Established in 1996 by Donna Spurrier, this SWaM-certified boutique firm successfully bridges the “Big Divide” between creative and media teams. SMG develops collaborative partnerships with local, regional and national companies to a serve a diverse clientele including government agencies, corporations, nonprofits and small businesses. For more information, visit www.spurriermediagroup.com.
University of Richmond: The Robins School of Business provides training, consulting, coaching and facilitation for dozens of major employers each year. Our open enrollment courses allow participants to learn new concepts in communications, negotiations, project management and leadership. Our customized programs allow firms to tailor engagements to their specific needs. Our expertise in strategy, marketing, operations, technology and finance can be combined in leadership development programs or put to use in one-on-one consulting engagement or small group facilitation sessions.
AQUENT, the world's largest Marketing and Creative services staffing firm, partners with 90 of the Fortune 100 and leading advertising agencies to provide talent. For talent in Virginia to drive your organization's awareness through marketing strategy, social media, the web or in print, partner with AQUENT. 804.620.3960.
Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, TECHEAD is on the pulse of contingent workforce planning, staffing and recruiting in the mid-Atlantic region. They find, screen, qualify, and deliver top-notch creative, tech, financial and administrative talent. TECHEAD is a certified Adobe training center, offering comprehensive training classes for graphics designers and web technology professionals. iPhone and Android mobile app development classes are now available. Call 1-877-TECHEAD to learn more about TECHEAD Staffing, Training and Solutions opportunities or visit www.techead.com.
Groovin’ Gourmets is a full-service caterer known for bringing consistency, excitement and an adventurous palate to the local catering scene. Since 1999, we’ve maintained the belief that the food we serve should come from the heart, ease your mind and reflect your soul - long after the meal is over. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting or formal reception, we ensure each moment is enjoyable and inspiring with every bite.
