THE ALEXIS AGENCY LAUNCHES NEW MEDIA DIVISION
Posted on August 30th, 2010
Vero Beach, FL, August 24, 2010 –Vero Beach-based The Alexis Agency, a strategic public relations and advertising firm representing local, national and international brands, has launched Alexis Interactive, a full-service digital and social media division, announced Ginger Atwood, President and Owner. The new media division will offer a full range of online and digital capabilities, including social networking writing and management, web analytics and tracking, web site design, video development, search engine optimization, and online creative campaigns.
Alexis Interactive helps bridge the digital divide, connecting traditional marketing and public relations with web 2.0 and beyond. Consumers increasingly make purchasing decisions about products and services through online research and relationships on social networks.
The goal of The Alexis Interactive division is to create and execute social marketing campaigns that leverage new media opportunities for businesses, ultimately helping them find new consumers and developing a much deeper brand-building experience with them.
“Couple the Alexis Agency’s advertising and public relations expertise with Alexis Interactive, and you create a platform for real-time communication, stellar creativity, instant tracking, and faster marketing results,” said Atwood.
About The Alexis Agency
The Alexis Agency is a full-service advertising and reputation management agency specializing in branding, public relations, new media management, web development, and custom advertising solutions. Since 2007, The Alexis Agency has worked with multiple clients, including Dubai Aerospace Enterprise, Croom Construction Company, Whitehall Professional Property Management, Miller’s Fine Decorative Hardware, OcuCue, Celadon Reef, Children’s Home Society of the Treasure Coast and The Laughing Dog Gallery. For more details, visit www.Alexis-Interactive.net, follow us on Twitter and Like Us on Facebook.
Posted in Agency News
Follow PR pro’s tips for crafting powerful e-mail messages
Posted on July 5th, 2010
E-mail marketing can be an easy, cost-effective way small businesses can promote products and services, but if these e-mails end up in a trash folder unopened, they’re a waste of time and money.
Posted in Agency News
Posted on June 28th, 2010
The giving hearts of the owners of Dyer Chevrolet and Dyer Mazda Subaru just awarded their 25th Dyer Difference Award of $3,000 to the Substance Awareness Council of Indian River County, who is hosting a 5K Run/Walk at 7 a.m. this Saturday at Riverview Park in Sebastian. For addittional information about the run, call (772) 770-4811 or visit www.sacirc.org.
Posted in Agency News, CHS of Florida
Good for You, Indian River County
Posted on June 25th, 2010
The Education Foundation of Indian River County received a grant for $5,000 from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation to provide opportunity grants to the School District of Indian River County. The funds will provide clothing, backpacks, sneakers and field trip scholarships to children in need.
Posted in Agency News
Vero Beach’s OcuCue LLC Announces Management Team and New Blog
Posted on June 4th, 2010
VERO BEACH, FL., June 4, 2010 – One of Florida’s newest technical start-ups, the visual analytic network monitoring solution company OcuCue LLC, recently named its leadership team and launched a blog, announced Stuart C. Woodward, president of OcuCue.
“We are thrilled to have formed such a team of experienced, talented individuals at our Vero Beach headquarters,” said Stuart C. Woodward, president of OcuCue. “Employees are the foundation of a company, and with this team I am confidant OcuCue is structured for success.”
Russ Grant was named Director of Technology for OcuCue. With over 20 years’ experience in the IT industry, Grant knows the frustrations that IP network engineers face when they spend too much time drilling and troubleshooting. Prior to OcuCue, Grant was account manager with SITA, the world’s leading service provider of IT business solutions and communication services to the air transport industry. Earlier he managed American Airlines’ second largest network operations center. He holds an Associate’s Degree in Electronic Engineering from ITT Technical Institute, is a Cisco Certified Network Associate, a certified Novel Engineer and a Microsoft certified Systems Engineer.
Barbara Cassidy has been named Director of Sales for OcuCue. Before joining OcuCue, Cassidy worked in various sales and consulting roles with SouthStar Development Partners in Vero Beach, and Votar Corporation, The Yankee Group, Telsource Corporation and AT&T in Virginia and Maryland. She holds a MBA from George Washington University, a BS in Commerce from the University of Virginia, and is a CMSP (Certified Managed Services Professional).
Samuel Schultz, an Orlando native, is a Sales Engineer at OcuCue. He spent four years as an IT Technician with Sea World of Florida in Orlando and is a CMSP. Schultz has worked in various customer service roles with Service Master and Elavon in Knoxville.
Erik Penfield, CSMP, held technical management positions with Green Atom, Data Intensity and Oracle before joining OcuCue as an Account Manager. Prior to building his technical expertise, Penfield worked as a chemist at St. Louis Testing Labs, Ethyl Corporation, Chemir and Quanterra. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and German Studies from Principia College, along with a PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.
Sean Coakley has joined OcuCue to oversee Global Business Development after working four years with Spectorsoft in Vero Beach in International Business and Channel Development. Coakley’s background also includes positions with MicroWarehouse/CDW and Veritas Credit Corporation in Connecticut. Coakley holds a BS from Southern Connecticut State University.
As the sales agency for VisualCue Technologies’ solution in the IP networking space, and an accredited MSP Alliance vendor, OcuCue LLC brings this new network monitoring system based on visual analytics to the global market. OcuCue delivers an approach to data comprehension that enables the human eye to quickly scan detailed information to extract status, relationships and trends, all with little or no training.
OcuCue’s customized network monitoring solutions are designed to address companies’ specific monitoring needs. With icons customized for each client, the client sets the parameters of what data and systems to monitor – there are no canned reports or queries for which analysts have to settle. The customizable icon changes as status changes, and enables engineers to resolve system issues in a much more timely manner. It speeds up work processes, and is a powerful, affordable IT management software solution.
For more information regarding OcuCue’s visual analytic network monitoring solution from VisualCue Technologies LLC, visit OcuCue.com or call 1.888.9OcuCue.
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About OcuCue LLC
OcuCue LLC is the leading provider to the global IP Networking arena of visual analytics solutions from VisualCue Technologies LLC. OcuCue is a privately held Florida corporation based in Vero Beach, FL. VisualCue Technologies LLC is primarily a technology development organization and an innovative visionary to business process management and business intelligence markets. It is a privately held Florida company. Follow OcuCue on Facebook, Twitter, or visit their website at OcuCue.com.
Posted in OcuCue, Press Releases
CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY TO OFFER STUDENTS FREE SUMMER MATH AND READING TUTORING PROGRAM
Posted on May 28th, 2010
VERO BEACH, FL., May 28, 2010 – Children’s Home Society will once again offer Indian River County students complimentary tutoring this summer through their reading and math enrichment program, June 21 through July 28.
CHS’ Summer Reading and Mathematics Enrichment Program is a six-week course conducted Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday each week from June 21 through July 28, from 9am to 11am or 12:15pm to 2:15pm at the Trinity Episcopal Church, located at 2365 Pine Avenue in Vero Beach. The program, underwritten through Quail Valley Charities and Sun Trust Bank, is open to 40 students between the ages of 11 and 17 who reside in Indian River County. Lunch is served daily, and accompanied by motivational speakers and career counselors. The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:2.5.
“We are excited to be able to offer the enrichment program for reading and math to Indian River County students again this summer,” says Jan Huffert, Executive Director of Children’s Home Society, Treasure Coast Division. “Last year’s program was a proven success and a full house.”
To reserve your child’s spot at CHS’ FREE Summer Reading and Mathematics Enrichment Program, please call Sharon Lear at 772.344.4020, extension 231. Space is limited, and will fill up quickly.
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The Treasure Coast division of the Children’s Home Society serves more than 9,000 children and their families each year in Okeechobee, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties. CHS is not a governmental agency and must rely on the support of individuals, civic groups, businesses, etc. for the funds to give these children the chance to be safe, healthy and prepared for life. For more information, visit http://www.chsfl.org.
Posted in CHS of Florida, Press Releases
Posted on May 21st, 2010
Senior Resource Association (SRA) will begin offering new programs and services to the public at the new Schumann Hall Senior Center, beginning June 7, 2010. Senior programs never ceased during construction of Schumann Hall, as most programs were relocated to Leisure Square Fitness Center and St. Francis Manor, but the new facility will allow for expanded programming. Schumann Hall is located at 686 14th Street in Vero Beach.
“The newly-remodeled Schumann Hall allows us to offer new programs and services to Indian River County seniors,” says Karen Deigl, SRA President and CEO. “We have focused our new programming around social, recreational, health and wellness, and arts and cultural offerings for our seniors.”
During the week of June 7-11, all new and ongoing classes and programs at Schumann Hall will be offered free to the public. New programs will be introduced during the reopening celebration week including Wii tournaments, group piano lessons, ballroom dance classes, Qigong, and yoga. Door prizes will be given away daily throughout the week. Special events for the week include a free pancake breakfast at 9am on June 9 sponsored by The Isles of Vero, Qigong instruction, and a free Hawaiian luau party at 2:30pm on June 11. Dance music will be provided by The Senior Center Band and prizes will be awarded for the best outfit and best hula hooper. Special events require advance reservations by calling Kerry Bradow at 772.469.2062.
The new Interactive Resource Center at Schumann Hall, sponsored by the Minotty Family Foundation, enables SRA to offer expanded programs in the future including computer instruction. Other programs planned for the future include brain fitness; matter of balance classes; drawing classes; and health and wellness presentations; as well as an onsite SHINE representative to help with Medicare issues.
The new Schumann Hall is available as a rental venue to the public to host such events as weddings, parties, group meetings and more. For more information about Schumann Hall Senior Center activities and rentals, please call Kerry Bradow at 772.469.2062.
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About SRA
The Senior Resource Association has been providing activities, education and services to seniors throughout Indian River County since 1974. Programs and services include Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Care, Senior Center activities, Transportation, In-home services, Case management and Volunteer opportunities. For more information, visit http://www.seniorresourceassociation.org.
Posted in Press Releases, Senior Resource Assoc.
Senior Resource Association 5K Freedom Run/Fun Walk Scheduled for Memorial Day This Year
Posted on May 19th, 2010
VERO BEACH, FL., May 13, 2010 – Put on your running (or walking) shoes before you head to your Memorial Day BBQ this year – Senior Resource Association is hosting their Annual 5k Freedom Run/ Fun Walk at Riverside Park on Monday, May 31, Memorial Day.
“All proceeds from our annual 5K race support the Senior Resource Association programs and services,” says Karen Diegl, SRA President and CEO. “We had over 300 runners and walkers of all ages come out last year and show their support.”
This year’s race again takes place at Riverside Park in Vero Beach. The entry fee is $20 in advance and $25 the day of the event. Registration forms are available at Runner’s Depot at 436 21st Street from 10am to 5pm, Friday, May 28 and Saturday May 29, or online at www.runnersdepotvb.com. The first 150 participants to register will receive a t-shirt and race bag. Refreshments and snacks will be available for runners and walkers immediately after the race. There will also be live entertainment. Awards will be presented for top runners in each of the eight age groups (14 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over.) The top three walkers overall will also be recognized.
In special honor of the race being held on Memorial Day, Senior Resource Association is recognizing 18 members of our US troops stationed in the Gulf as they race from their locations and submit their times post-race for recognition at SRA’s 5K Freedom Run/ Fun Walk. The race at Riverside Park will also serve as a drop site for care packages that will be sent to US troops. SRA is inviting the community to bring donations of items such as drink mixes, candy, gum, beef jerky, travel-size toiletries, books, playing cards, crossword puzzles, Soduku, socks, t-shirts, travel-size sunscreen and lip balm to include in the packages sent to the soldiers.
The Memorial Day race is supported by Gold sponsor Amerigas and Silver sponsors Champion Home Health, Embroid Me, HealthSouth, HomeInstead Senior Care, and WellCare of Florida. Dr. David R. Worth and New Vision Eye Center are also supporting the event. Registration on race day at Riverside Park begins at 6:30 am, with race time at 7:15 am. For more information, contact Junie Lopez at jlopez@sramail.org or call 772.469.3142.
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The Senior Resource Association has been providing activities, education and services to seniors throughout Indian River County since 1974. Some of its programs and services include Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Care, and Senior Center activities. For more information, visit www.seniorresourceassociation.com.
Posted in Press Releases, Senior Resource Assoc.
Posted on May 7th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT
Tricia Walker
Director of Public Relations
The Alexis Agency
772.231.5999
tricia@thealexisagency.net
BIG SAVINGS ON LUXURY ITEMS AT MILLER’S FINE DECORATIVE HARDWARE OF JUPITER ANNUAL SPRING TENT SALE, MAY 21-22.
Savings of 50-75% Offered For Two Days Only.
JUPITER, FL., April 26, 2010 — Dreaming of that luxury bathroom or kitchen, but it’s just not in the budget this year? How about that Trocadero lapis tub set or a eucalyptus steam shower? Style becomes affordable this May when Miller’s Fine Decorative Hardware hosts their Second Annual Spring Tent Sale, 8am – 5pm, Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22 at their Center Street location in Jupiter.
“Last year’s tent sale was so popular, customers kept inquiring when we were going to do another sale,” says Vicki Findley, owner of Miller’s Fine Decorative Hardware. “This sale absolutely offers our lowest prices of the year on everything from in-store displays to door handles. Many of our customers want the style and luxury of our decorative lines, and this is the perfect time to buy those products at a deep discount.”
Items toting the brand names Kallista, Kohler, Cifial, Sigma, Toto, Grohe, Rohl, Baldwin and more will all be marked down. Merchandise includes kitchen sinks and faucets; under-mount and drop-in bathroom sinks; faucets in satin, nickel, chrome or even with crystal accents; hand painted sinks; toilets; accessories; make-up mirrors; front door entry sets; interior hardware and more. In addition to tent sale items, special discounts will be given to items inside the store as well.
Miller’s Fine Decorative Hardware has a knowledgeable staff on hand to help you create your dream kitchen or bath. Or just to let you browse the new palm tree cabinet knob collection from Hawaii, the volcanic limestone bathtubs, or the bamboo mirror and sink. The showroom features a myriad of brands and also carries eco-friendly products, lighting, tile and plumbing supplies. Design styles range from contemporary minimalism to period splendor.
Miller’s Fine Decorative Hardware is located at 226 Center Street in Jupiter. Miller’s is open Monday through Friday, 9:30am – 5pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm. Special Spring Tent Sale hours are 8am-5pm both Friday, May 21 and Saturday May 22. Visit their website at www.millershardware.com or call
(561) 746-4800 for more information.
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Posted in Miller's Fine Decorative Hardware, Press Releases
