Local Search Engine Zvents Raises $24M
Tuesday, 30 September 2008
Let me diverge from my usual contemplations to share with you some news about the company that keeps me busy, in a rare post about Zvents. Today, the local search engine announced $24M in funding, secured with Nokia Growth Partners, AT&T and NAVTEQ. “Zvents has spent four years building a world-class local search service,†said
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Book of the month club?
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Should I start one? I don’t read enough but I feel like I keep coming across books that are worth your while. We’ve taken a random walk through search about books, caught up with Lance Loveday, and even plugged a little ole book that features me (teehee!). I get a kick out of my Amazon
- Published in Analytics, Fun, Insights / Research, Vendors / Agencies
One Conference To Note
Wednesday, 17 September 2008
Monday’s post about the best online marketing conferences brought to my inbox a few questions about which of those are really worth attending. While, unfortunately, there is no short answer, there is one upon us worth your attention. “Etailers of all sizes are trying to eliminate risk, improve sales volumes, and increase profitability. Online Market
- Published in Comparison Shopping, Conferences / Events
O’Brien Skis (or, the effectiveness of Google’s content targeting)
Friday, 12 September 2008
Just a quick note to point out the humor and coincidence I’m experiencing with Google’s technology. Over the past few days I’ve been updating the blog, working on the keyword optimization of my own name. I also happen love water sports; an avid skier and swimmer, I used to be able to do a flip