919 Marketing Hosts Inaugural Bracket Challenge Among 64 of America’s Favorite Franchises

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/23/2011 -- In honor of March Madness, 919 Marketing, will be hosting the first ever "Franchise Frenzy" – a fun and competitive March Madness bracket challenge for the franchise industry. 919 Marketing has chosen 64 franchise companies who will go head-to-head each week in a tournament format very similar to the NCAA college basketball tournament. "Teams" will advance each week based on the amount of votes they receive from participants who "fill out their bracket" each week (very similar to Colin Cowherd's rock band challenge: http://sports.espn.go.com/espnradio/story?page=bracket%2Frockbands).

The "Franchise Frenzy" promises to be a fun and exciting event for each franchise involved as they can round up the troops within their franchise system and elsewhere to secure enough votes to make it to each successive round. Those who are lucky enough to make the "frantastic four" will win a prize. The lucky winner will receive a shiny trophy they can display with pride!

Anyone can join in on the first round fun by filling out the following survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YFT3LTM. 919 Marketing will send out a new release each week with an updated link so participants are able to access the updated survey/bracket during each successive round.

The tournament schedule is as follows:
- Round 1 (votes will be accepted Wednesday, March 16 – Friday, March 18)
- Round 2 (votes will be accepted Monday, March 21 – Wednesday, March 23)
- Sweet 16 Round (votes will be accepted Friday, March 25 – Tuesday, March 29)
- Elite 8 Round (votes will be accepted Wednesday, March 30 – Friday, April 1)
- Frantastic 4 Round (votes will be accepted Monday, April 4 – Wednesday, April 6)
- Final Round (votes will be accepted Friday, April 8 – Monday, April 11)

Anyone can track the action by seeing the updated album of the bracket each week on the 919 Marketing Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=280838&id=89028206856&saved#!/album.php?aid=280838&id=89028206856.

The clock is ticking on the first round as votes for the first round will only be accepted from today until this Friday, March 18. Feel free to contact Graham Chapman at gchapman@919marketing.com for more information.

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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Thirty-nine year old franchise hires top guns from US-based franchise PR agency

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/19/2011 -- The Interface Financial Group, the world's only invoice discounting franchise, has selected 919 Marketing, a national, full-service marketing and public relations (PR) firm specializing in franchises, as its public relations Agency of Record in North America. As such, 919 will lead all U.S. public relations strategy and media relations efforts for IFG starting in January 2011.

IFG was established thirty-nine years ago, and has locations in major cities in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore and Australia. It has PR agencies in the UK and Australia already. This venture with 919 Marketing will be the company's first organized foray with an agency into media relations in the United States and Canada.

"Invoice discounting is very popular in Europe but the concept and our business aren't as well known in the United States," says IFG's president David Banfield. "When 919 Marketing approached us we were quickly interested because they've been able to create and sustain awareness for so many other franchises. We are excited to have their team's firepower on our side as our American PR agency."

IFG has been honored as both an Entrepreneur Franchise 500 winner and one of the best "101 Home-Based Franchises" for the past five years. IFG franchisees practice invoice discounting, which is a form of short-term funding used to improve a company's cash flow, with local small and medium sized businesses. Unlike factoring, invoice discounting is transactional (so companies use it as often as they need it) and allows a company to immediately fund up to 90% of its value in unpaid current invoices.

"IFG is a viable, recession-proof business for professionals looking for a new business venture, and its international success over the last three decades is proof of that," says 919 Marketing founder and CEO David Chapman. "We're eager to make IFG more well-known as a result of our efforts."

As a 919 Marketing client, IFG joins a long list of nationally recognized franchise brands including Senior Helpers, one of the fastest growing in-home senior care franchises, Doctors

Express, the nation's first walk-in urgent care franchise, and Fibrenew International, a global leader in plastic and leather restoration.

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

For more information on The Interface Financial Group, please visit http://www.interfacefinancial.com.

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About Interface Financial Group
The Interface Financial Group (IFG) is North America's largest alternative funding source for small business. IFG provides short-term working capital funding in the form of a unique Invoice Discounting service. The company serves clients in the manufacturing, service, and construction sectors. Interface operates from a base of 140+ franchise offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, The Republic of Ireland and The United Kingdom. IFG's innovative Invoice Discounting service is a fast and easy way to turn receivables into cash.

For more information, visit http://www.interfacefinancial.com.

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Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/12/2010 -- David Chapman, founder and CEO for full service marketing and public relations firm 919 Marketing, was selected as a 2010 Mover & Shaker Award Winner by Business Leader Media. Chapman was honored along with the other Triangle community award winners at the Movers & Shakers ceremony on September 23, 2010 and will be featured in the October 2010 issue of Business Leader Magazine.

"I'm honored to be recognized as a 'Mover and Shaker' in the triangle area," said Chapman. "However, this award isn't just for me, it's for the entire 919 Marketing team who has devoted countless of hours of hard work to produce results for our clients. In my opinion, I am only a 'Mover and Shaker' because I have surrounded myself with a team of 'Movers and Shakers' who do fantastic jobs."

The Mover & Shaker Awards recognize up-and-coming business leaders in the Triangle community. To be nominated for the award, candidates were required to be either rising leaders within companies of more than 100 employees or C-level executives leading rising companies with fewer than 100 employees.

2010 marks the seventh consecutive year that Business Leader has honored Triangle Movers & Shakers at its Movers & Shakers Awards ceremony.

Business Leader Media has been an innovative media source in the Triangle area, supplying neighboring communities with local business news as well as providing editions of Business Leader Magazine to several areas in North Carolina.

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

For more information on Business Leader Media, please visit http://www.businessleadermedia.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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David Chapman, CEO and founder of full-service marketing and public relations firm 919 Marketing, was recently featured on MSN’s Business on Main website.

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/04/2010 -- David Chapman, CEO and founder of full-service marketing and public relations firm 919 Marketing, was recently featured on MSN's Business on Main website.

"Don't Get Burned By Noncompetes" presented readers with descriptions of common risk factors associated with non-compete agreements when employees leave an agency to start their own competing firm.

The article written by MSN writer Toddie Gunter addressed a wide variety of issues involving noncompetition agreements, including strategies new owners can employ to avoid the legal issues tied to them.

Chapman's comments:

"I could talk to them, but I couldn't solicit business," says Chapman. "I wanted to plant a seed in their heads and to network with them, because I valued their opinion." The effort paid off. After the year was up, he got a large account because he stayed in touch.

"I was very careful not to say I was looking to take their business," he says. Chapman now has a noncompete with his own employees that states: "You can't pitch any of our business, take accounts, or use our methodologies."

MSN Business on Main website is a national leader in addressing issues associated with starting and running a successful growing business.

To read the the full article, visit MSN Business on Main website: http://businessonmain.msn.com/browseresources/articles/intellectualproperty.aspx?cp-documentid=25286215&source=email

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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North Carolina firm selected as one of the nation’s top 200 fastest growing marketing agencies

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/24/2010 -- 919 Marketing Company, a full-service marketing and PR agency, was recently featured as a top 200 marketing and PR firm on Inc. Magazine's 2010 Inc. 500/5000 List of the nation's fastest growing private companies. 919 Marketing was highlighted as number 189 among other national firms and number 5 among other NC-based firms in the advertising and marketing industry with a three year revenue growth of 131%.

919 Marketing, similar to other companies in the Inc. 500/5000 list, has faced brutal economic challenges from 2006-2009. Despite those challenges, 919 Marketing was able to rapidly grow because companies took notice of its successful track record getting clients tremendous local and national exposure. 919 got clients covered in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes Magazine, The New York Times and on network shows including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, Hoarders and The Biggest Loser. This coverage generated millions of media impressions that helped clients increase brand awareness and sales.

"It's an honor to be on the Inc. Magazine list, because each company on this list has been forced to get creative to generate revenue in one of the worst economic times our country has ever faced, says 919 Marketing CEO David Chapman. "We were able to grow because companies wanted the same success we gave our clients. Despite the economic environment, our seasoned staff did a great job generating and implementing cutting edge PR and marketing campaigns that delivered more than $300 million in media value for our diverse client roster."

The Inc 500/5000 list represents the most comprehensive look at one of the most important sectors of the economy – America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Music website Pandora, convenience store chain 7-Eleven, Brooklyn Brewery, and Radio Flyer, maker of the iconic children's red wagon, are among the prominent brands featured on this year's list.

Inc. president Bob LaPointe praises the companies on this year's list for overcoming the tough economy. "The leaders of the companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have figured out how to grow their businesses during the longest recession since the Great Depression," said LaPointe. "The 2010 Inc. 5000 showcases a particularly hardy group of entrepreneurs."

919 Marketing provides marketing and PR services for a wide range of national clients in various industries, including franchise, healthcare, consumer products, and science and technology companies. Some of 919's most notable clients include Senior Helpers, Doctors Express, Fibrenew International, Chord Buddy, Halo Monitoring, AdvantaClean, CESI Debt Solutions, and TempleTouch Thermometers. For more information on 919 Marketing and their clients, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

To see the 2010 Inc. 500/5000 list, please visit http://www.inc.com/inc5000/2010/index.html.

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit www.919marketing.com.

About Inc. Magazine
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures LLC, Inc. (www.inc.com) is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies that delivers real solutions for today's innovative company builders. With a total paid circulation of 712,647, Inc. provides hands-on tools and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology.

Visit us online at http://www.inc.com.

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919 will serve as agency of record for Team Daniel, LLC and The Team Daniel Foundation

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/07/2010 -- 919 Marketing, a nationally-acclaimed marketing and public relations firm, has been selected by Team Daniel, LLC, and The Team Daniel Foundation for the creation and implementation of new marketing strategies, brand development services, and a variety of media relations campaigns. Team Daniel co-founders Denise and John Mercado created both organizations in memory of their son, Danny, who inspired his parents to keep fighting for what is right and fair for all people with developmental disabilities.

Team Daniel, LLC, is an organization that empowers North Carolinians with developmental disabilities and their families to take control of their own personalized care services to provide the highest possible quality of life in a home care environment. Similarly, the Team Daniel Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is dedicated to informing, educating and improving the lives of North Carolinians with developmental disabilities and the family members that care for them.

919 Marketing will help to create a distinct identity and extend the reach of both organizations through the implementation of unique marketing strategies, media relations tactics and social media/online efforts.

"We looked at a number of local and national marketing firms and none of them had a nonprofit track record as impressive as 919 Marketing's," said Team Daniel co-founder Denise Mercado. "We picked 919 Marketing as our agency of record because they have worked with a variety of nonprofits on the local and national level and they have incredible passion and enthusiasm for our organizations and our cause. They are an impressive firm that consistently generates big ideas that produce results for their clients. I look forward to seeing what they can do for Team Daniel."

Since 919 Marketing was founded in 1996, the firm has worked with a number of nonprofit organizations, including Camp Cope, Tammy Lynn Center, Youth Learning Academy, and Help Wounded Tarheel Troops.

"We are excited to start working with Team Daniel because we've been driving brand recognition and developing fundraising concepts that get results for nonprofit clients for over 14 years – and this is exactly what they need," said 919 Marketing CEO David Chapman. "Team Daniel presents a unique opportunity and a great story to take to market, and the entire 919 team is eager to implement a plan specifically designed to help both organizations reach their goals."

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About Team Daniel LLC:
Team Daniel, LLC, owned and operated by co-founders Denise and John Mercado, gives North Carolina families control over personalized care services for loved one with developmental disabilities who qualify for government-sponsored waivers. They are one of the few organizations who understand that everyone on the CAP MR/DD waiting list is unique and that a personalized care plan directed by those closest to them provides the best opportunity for the highest possible quality of life.

Team Daniel, LLC is working with over 100 North Carolina families to give them control over their own situation and help them navigate the complex system of CAP MR/DD waivers. They also have the authority to bill Medicaid for services and supports designed to improve the quality of life for people in North Carolina with developmental disabilities. Thus, no organization in North Carolina provides more flexibility or direct control for families receiving CAP MR/DD waivers.

For more information, please visit http://www.teamdaniel.info.

About Team Daniel Foundation:
The Team Daniel Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to informing, supporting, and improving the lives of North Carolina families providing for loved ones with developmental disabilities. The foundation functions as an informational resource for those families and provides respite services for them if they are not currently receiving government services or funding.

The Team Daniel Foundation is the only organization in the state with a publication completely dedicated to informing and educating families on issues related to developmental disabilities. Their founders, Denise and John Mercado, have also published a nationally-sold book, They Created Us, to illustrate the struggles, triumphs and difficulties facing families fighting for everything their loved ones with developmental disabilities deserve.

For more information, please visit http;//www.teamdanielfoundation.org.

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North Carolina-based home cleaning franchise system hires 919 for franchise PR firepower

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/30/2010 -- AdvantaClean, a leading national franchise in mold/water removal and air duct/dryer vent cleaning services, has engaged 919 Marketing, a nationally acclaimed full-service marketing and PR firm, as their PR Agency of Record (AOR).

AdvantaClean, led by CEO and Founder Jeff Dudan, was attracted to 919 Marketing's recent national and local PR success with blue chip franchise clients like Senior Helpers, Doctor's Express, and UNITS Mobile Storage.

"919 came to us with proven success driving press for other emerging franchise systems on a national and local level and they showed us ways they could help us accelerate our business," said Dudan. "That combination of powerful industry experience and 919's success driving press that improves their clients' bottom lines was the deciding factor in selecting 919 as our PR firm."

In addition to their long standing relationships with franchises like Senior Helpers, Doctor's Express, and UNITS, 919 has also recently added Fibrenew International. 919 CEO David Chapman is confident that their diverse franchise experience enables them to produce results for clients regardless of their specific industry.

"Our franchise success is driven by as much by our unique franchise PR process as our franchise industry expertise," said Chapman. "We know how to foster franchise sales opportunities through hard-hitting national coverage and increase traffic at individual stores through targeted local PR efforts. AdvantaClean's franchise system fits perfectly into our franchise PR process and we look forward to generating exciting media placements that drive business."

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.


About AdvantaClean:
AdvantaClean is a nationwide franchise specializing in water removal, air duct cleaning, mold removal, dryer vent cleaning and indoor air quality solutions. The company is experiencing record growth as a recession-resistant, high margin, low overhead business opportunity. Founder and CEO Jeff Dudan piloted the AdvantaClean franchise program in 2000, awarded the first units to third party owners in 2006, and eventually made franchises available to the general public in 2008. The company is headquartered in a 22,000 square foot state-of- the-art facility in Huntersville, N.C. For more information, visit http://www.advantaclean.com

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Global leather and plastic restoration franchise selects 919 as agency of record

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/26/2010 -- Fibrenew International, the world leader in leather and plastic restoration, has engaged 919 Marketing Company, a North Carolina based public relations firm with proven experience assisting growing franchises, as their public relations and social media Agency of Record (AOR). As the Agency of Record, 919 Marketing will provide a wide variety of PR and social media services for Fibrenew International to increase exposure and drive franchise sales while also promoting their existing national franchise locations through local PR campaigns.

Fibrenew has more than two hundred locations worldwide, from North and South America to Europe to New Zealand. Fibrenew has never before worked with a marketing firm, so when they made the decision to engage a partner, they were looking for a firm with a strong track record. They were attracted to 919 Marketing's breakthrough public relations and social media success with other franchise clients.

"This is the first time we seriously considered hiring a PR firm, and we chose 919 Marketing because their success is overwhelming," said Mr. Wilson. "It is rare that you can spark a relationship with a firm who has accelerated sales for clients in so many different industries. We selected 919 as our Agency of Record because of the firm's excellence in brand development and franchise PR that drives franchise sales and customer traffic to existing locations."

As a 919 Marketing client, Fibrenew joins an elite class of blue chip franchise clients, including, Senior Helpers, a senior care franchise that was recently named the nation's second fastest growing franchise according to Entrepreneur Magazine, Doctor's Express, an urgent care franchise recently featured on Fox Business News, and UNITS, a mobile storage company that has enjoyed more news coverage over the last six months than any of its competitors combined.

"We have done an excellent job helping our franchise clients drive revenue at existing franchise locations and foster new franchise sales opportunities," said 919 Marketing CEO David Chapman. "At 919 Marketing, we take the time to create and implement strategic marketing and PR plans for our clients that are designed to drive sales for their business. We have high expectations for the Fibrenew account and we look forward to making them our next success story."

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning
marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit www.919marketing.com.

About Fibrenew International
Founded in 1985 by President and CEO Michael Wilson, Fibrenew is an international franchise that specializes in the restoration of leather and plastics, servicing five major markets: Aviation, Automotive, Commercial, Marine, and Residential. They are a low cost, very successful, home-based mobile service franchise with high quality and professional on-site service.

Fibrenew's franchise model has continued to thrive throughout the recession because it has a flexible business model and serves a broad and diverse group of markets. Additionally, Fibrenew encourages franchisees to share knowledge and experiences with each other and promotes continuing education through seminars, workshops, and business and personal studies.

Fibrenew is also a global leader in the environmental movement as their restoration services prevent tons of leather and plastics from entering landfills every year.

For more information, visit http://www.fibrenew.com.
Contact:
Graham Chapman
919 Marketing
919-557-7890

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Article was featured in the Career Couch section called "When Family Ties Bind Business Relationships"

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/09/2010 -- Graham Chapman, new business director for the nationally acclaimed, full-service marketing firm 919 Marketing, was featured in the most recent edition of The New York Times Career Couch. The August 1 article entitled "When Family Ties Bind Business Relationships," provided readers with a variety of perspectives on the challenges professionals face when joining a family-owned business.

Chapman was the only family business employee that New York Times writer, Eilene Zimmerman, highlighted in an article that also included Greg McCann, Stetson University professor of family business, David R. Specht, University of Nebraska lecturer in family business management, and Larry H. Colin, co-author of Family, Inc., among others. Zimmerman asked interviewees for their input on the most significant differences between working for relatives and working for strangers and whether or not family members were creating, rather than filling, positions for their loved ones. She also asked interviewees whether or not they thought their co-workers resented their positions.

Chapman's comments:
It's important to view the position as an opportunity and not just as a place to park yourself until the job market improves. Hold yourself to a very high standard, advises Graham Chapman, who took a job with his father's marketing firm, 919 Marketing Company in Holly Springs, N.C., after graduating from college in 2009.

Mr. Chapman – who had few job prospects at the time – started in an entry-level spot but was soon working in a new position developing new business. "I was concerned about being in a situation where others at the firm resented me and thought I was getting favors…To avoid that, I knew I would have to work harder than others and have results fairly quickly."

The New York Times is circulated to over one million people every day, and is one of the nation's premier sources for daily news. It provides information on current events, the economy, sports, entertainment, and a host of other national and international topics. Career Couch is a monthly column within The New York Times that offers readers timely career advice on trending job market topics.

For the full article, visit the New York Times website: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/01/jobs/01career.html

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning
marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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Prominent Triangle sales consulting firm launches a new blog with tips, strategy for business execs

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/05/2010 -- Plus One Partners, a Triangle-based strategic sales consulting firm that specializes in driving top-line revenue, has launched a new blog on its website – Coffee is for Closers!, accessible off the main page at www.plusonepartners.com – providing professional sales strategy, advice and tips for small and mid-sized business executives.

Brian Baker, founder and managing partner of Plus One Partners, will be the main contributor for the new blog page. "Coffee is for Closers!" will focus on Baker's proven methodology of focusing on the fundamentals to drive sustainable revenue across industries – a strategy that has resulted in multi-million dollar sales increases throughout his career.

"This is a great new avenue to reach out to and educate the business community about a key area of business most managers and executives don't easily grasp," Baker said. "Sales is often thought of as a wild card that works sometimes and doesn't some others, but that's not the case. When you stick with a proven strategy, your sales engine will drive your business forward – but most people don't understand how to implement it, adapt it and make it work."

Every two weeks, Baker will post tips and insight for small and mid-sized company executives looking to improve and optimize their sales strategy. The aim is to inform and open another easy-to-access channel of direct communication.

"I hope readers will learn from my challenges, successes and personal experiences, and ultimately get a better picture of what it takes to succeed in the world of business today," Baker said.

For more information, visit http://www.plusonepartners.com.

About Plus One Partners
Plus One Partners provides strategic, structural and management support to growing companies looking to expand, maximize and achieve their sales and marketing potential. With a unique approach focused on the development of fundamental practices plus implementation of a strong communication strategy, Plus One Partners maximizes market engagement through positive brand association and a proven process catered to meet the individual needs of each client. Plus One Partners offers CEOs and sales leaders with access to executive talent without the executive salary. For more information, visit http://www.plusonepartners.com.

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Pharmacists credited with improved patient care and cost savings via medication therapy management

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/22/2010 -- A new study reveals a healthy relationship with your pharmacist will keep you, well, healthy.

It will also save money.

It's all based on Medication Therapy Management. That's when pharmacists and physicians work together to review patient profiles and decide on treatment plans. Pharmacists advised patients on how to take their medications and recommended lower-cost treatment options, such as over-the-counter medications. These efforts not only improved patient's health, they were even found to decrease prescription drug costs for the North Carolina Medicaid program.

The study was conducted by the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh based Kerr Drug. It was supported by a grant from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation Researchers reviewed the cases of 88 patients enrolled in North Carolina's Medicaid program from 2006-2007. The analysis showed patients' health improved through pharmacist counseling. The study also found the MTM services helped the North Carolina Medicaid program save on average $9,444 annually – an average cost savings of $107 per beneficiary.

"Medication therapy management is more than just filling a prescription, it's about helping patients completely understand their medications," says Anthony Civello, Chairman and CEO of Kerr Drug. "Our pharmacists provide personal health services and teach patients how to follow a medication regimen, recommend lower-cost medication alternatives and recognize potential harmful drug interactions."

Surveys show many Americans don't understand their health information with as many as one in four Americans (roughly 75 million people) not following directions when taking prescription medications. The New England Healthcare Institute (NEHI) estimates that medication-related problems, including patients not taking medications in the right ways, adds up to roughly $290 billion dollars annually in emergency room visits, hospitalizations, doctor visits, and other forms of preventable care.

The study is titled "Retrospective analysis of community pharmacists' recommendations in the North Carolina Medicaid medication therapy management program" and was published in the May/June 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association.

About Kerr Drug
Kerr Drug is one of the most recognized and respected names in the chain drug industry. With its roots in the Carolinas and headquarters in Raleigh, N.C., Kerr Drug's strategic direction is founded in its unique ability to provide patients, the medical community, and health plans access to the most comprehensive and convenient health and wellness offering in the industry. With a mission to be the most comprehensive provider of pharmacy and related healthcare services, while continuing to be the most reliable provider of health-related and convenience items, Kerr is currently providing services that far exceed the traditional drug store mix. For more information, please visit http:/www.kerrdrug.com.

About The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that serves as the education, research and charitable affiliate of NACDS. The NACDS Foundation seeks to improve the health and wellness of the people in America. It utilizes education, research, and charitable involvement to help people improve their health and quality of life through an understanding of medication therapy and the importance of taking medications appropriately. For more information, please visit http://www.NACDSFoundation.org.

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Up and coming sales consulting firm brings on 919 Marketing for public relations clout

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/21/2010 -- Plus One Partners, a new sales consulting firm led by founder and managing partner Brian Baker, one of Triangle Business Journal's 2010 40 under 40 winners, has signed 919 Marketing Company, one of the Triangle's top full service marketing firms, as their public relations agency of record.

Baker worked in tandem with 919 during his four year tenure as VP of Sales for Raleigh's Hosted Solutions and was impressed with the work 919 did prior to Hosted's $142 million dollar acquisition in 2008. Baker pointed to that previous relationship as a primary reason he signed 919 as Plus One's public relations partner.

"When 919 Marketing came on, Hosted Solutions had just recently changed ownership and they had high expectations of the PR program – 919 didn't disappoint," said Baker. "919's PR efforts helped us transform Hosted from a small, fledgling company struggling to make ends meet to one worthy of a multi-million dollar buyout. I know how much 919's efforts helped contribute to that success and I am confident that their PR efforts will help merchandise Plus One's success and, in turn, drive positive brand awareness. At the end of the day, it's all about results, and I believe 919 will help my business grow quickly."

This isn't the first time 919 Marketing has partnered up with a new firm looking to expand their footprint. Outside of Hosted Solutions, 919 has also worked with companies like Rosetta Stone and Apex Analytix when they were small, entrepreneurial companies and helped their businesses grow exponentially. 919 Founder and CEO David Chapman believes Plus One is likely to become their next success story.

"This is right in our sweet spot – helping small companies get big, fast. We are excited to take the Plus One story to market," said Chapman. "Plus One Partners does an excellent job helping their clients quickly generate and close quality new business leads, and they have great content and a refreshing approach to sales that truly works for their clients."

For more information on 919 Marketing, please visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning
marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About Plus One Partners:
Plus One Partners provides strategic, structural and management support to growing companies looking to expand, maximize and achieve their sales and marketing potential. With a unique approach focused on the development of fundamental practices plus implementation of a strong communication strategy, Plus One Partners maximizes market engagement through positive brand association and a proven process catered to meet the individual needs of each client. Plus One Partners offers CEOs and sales leaders with access to executive talent without the executive salary. For more information, visit http://www.plusonepartners.com.

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Carolina-based AdvantaClean plans to bring new business opportunity to Charleston

Charlotte, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/20/2010 -- Residents of Charleston are no strangers to the devastating effects of water damage and mold can have on houses, apartments and businesses. The Low Country consistently sees its fair share of heavy rain, tropical storms and oppressive humidity throughout the year, but a booming national business will soon be coming to the area to offer relief when these elements become serious problems for local home and business owners.

AdvantaClean, a national franchise specializing in emergency water removal, air duct cleaning, and mold removal, is looking to expand to the Charleston area. Eric Eckert, AdvantaClean regional developer for South Carolina, will be visiting the area the week of July 18 looking for business partners interested in exclusive rights for Charleston territories.

"We are excited about coming to Charleston – it's a tremendous business opportunity and a perfect fit with the award-winning AdvantaClean franchise system," explained Eckert. "This region needs a reliable solution for these common, but major problems."

AdvantaClean is a Charlotte, N.C., based company with over 30 franchises in operation across the nation, including several across the Greenville-Spartanburg and Columbia markets in South Carolina. Eckert hopes to have several more South Carolina franchises up and running within the next five years, expanding to both the Charleston and Myrtle Beach areas in the coming months.

"AdvantaClean offers a proven, high-margin business model with unparalleled franchisee support systems already in place," Eckert adds. "Our local owners come from all different backgrounds, and this is a business growing rapidly across the nation."

For more information on AdvantaClean and current franchise opportunities, visit http://www.advantaclean.com.

About AdvantaClean
AdvantaClean is a nationwide franchise specializing in water removal, air duct cleaning, mold removal, dryer vent cleaning and indoor air quality solutions. The company is experiencing record growth as a recession-resistant, high margin, low overhead business opportunity. Founder and CEO Jeff Dudan piloted the AdvantaClean franchise program in 2000, awarded the first units to third party owners in 2006, and eventually made franchises available to the general public in 2008. The company is headquartered in a 22,000-square-foot, state-of- the-art facility in Huntersville, N.C. For more information, visit http://www.advantaclean.com.

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Leading franchise development expert gives simple, quick insight to frequently asked questions from prospective franchisees

Apex, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/07/2010 -- Everyone dreams of being their own boss, but not everyone can realistically make it work. The move from behind a desk and into a business ownership role takes determination, a little bit of faith and the right opportunity – but where do you start? For the millions of people who have these recurring thoughts, 'The Franchise 411 with Doug Schadle,' a new online video series from Rhino 7 Franchise Development Corporation, has the answers.

Potential entrepreneurs interested in buying a franchise or starting a small business all ask some of the same questions: How long will it take to become profitable? What sources of financing are available? What kind of new business can I really afford? Does my professional experience limit my options?

Through The Franchise 411 series, Doug Schadle, CEO of Rhino 7 and one of the most respected experts in the field of franchise development, candidly answers these questions and more.

"These quick, informational videos are for people who are thinking about getting into their own business and need simple, straightforward answers to some important, but common questions," Schadle says. "The Franchise 411 gives some insight to people investigating franchise options about what they need to know, how to find what's right for them and how to figure out if they can be successful."

The first installment of the six-part video series is now live on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hk9Hn0FFUus). One new video from the series will be released on the same page every Wednesday for the next six weeks.

For more information about Doug Schadle and Rhino 7, visit http://www.R7FDC.com. Follow Doug on Twitter@dougschadle or call (919) 303-3121.

About Rhino 7
Founded in 1999 by Doug Schadle and John Cohen, Rhino 7 (R7FDC) has quickly become one of the most recognized and trusted consultants/brokers across the nation. Brand growth for franchisors is R7FDC's primary focus along with assisting the right people find, investigate and acquire the right franchise to achieve their career dreams, at the right time. For more information, visit http://www.R7FDC.com.

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Medical device provider signs with top Triangle firm

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/25/2010 -- 919 Marketing, one of the Triangle's leading strategic marketing and public relations agencies, announced today that it has been tapped Agency of Record by Cary-based medical and surgical device provider, MYCO Medical.

919 will provide graphic design, Web site development, trade show design, public relations, and social media services for MYCO Medical.

"We looked at a number of local agencies over the past year as we searched for the right marketing partner," said MYCO Medical Founder and CEO Sam Kumar. "919's track record speaks for itself— they know how to turn great companies like MYCO Medical into industry leaders."

The addition of MYCO Medical expands 919 Marketing's already impressive healthcare client roster, which includes Biosignia™, Doctor's Express, and Medisim-USA, parent company of TempleTouch™ thermometers.

"MYCO Medical stands out from its competitors because they have passionate people and quality products," said 919 Marketing CEO David Chapman. "MYCO Medical is poised for tremendous growth over the next few years and we are excited to be their marketing partner. We look forward to helping them take their business to the next level."

MYCO Medical prides itself on its ability to provide high quality, innovative, and affordable medical and surgical devices. MYCO Medical offers a wide variety of products, ranging from surgical blades to hypodermic needles, and specializes in safety scalpels, safety blood collection sets, anesthesia/procedure needles, and sutures. MYCO Medical donated over $100,000 worth of these products to the relief efforts in Haiti to help doctors in desperate need of supplies treat those injured during the recent earthquake.

For more information on 919 Marketing, visit http://www.919Marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About MYCO Medical:
MYCO Medical products are utilized in the physician, hospital, dental, veterinary, and podiatry markets. MYCO Medical celebrated its 16th anniversary in the Triangle last June with current employees, customers, and vendors at their current location in Cary, NC. President, CEO, and founder Sam Kumar states "In these challenging times, it is our mission to bring Reliability, Innovation, and Value to healthcare." http://www.mycomedical.com

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Roger Goodell to take part in Vann Center for Ethics Daylong Celebration

Davidson, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/12/2009 -- Davidson College will dedicate its new Vann Center for Ethics with a day of events on Monday, Nov. 16. The celebration will begin with a dedication ceremony at 4 p.m. outside the Vann Center, in Eumenean Hall. At 7 p.m., NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will offer brief remarks and then take questions in a discussion in Duke Family Performance Hall. This event will be moderated by the center's director, David Perry.

Both events are open to the public. Free tickets are required for Commissioner Goodell's evening presentation; tickets are limited to two per person and may be picked up at the Alvarez College Union Ticket Office weekdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

"The world needs people who care about the ethical implications of decisions in their lives and their work and Commissioner Goodell is one of those people," said Jim Vann, who, along with his wife, donated the funds necessary for the Vann Center's construction. "Colleges like Davidson—colleges that care about preparing students for leadership and service in the world—are critical to shaping the discussion around what it means to always try to do the right thing. It's exciting to have someone like Commissioner Goodell participating in the cause. We are honored to be a part of this, and we appreciate the support and commitment from President Tom Ross, the Davidson faculty and staff, and the Vann Center Advisory Board that collectively have made this happen."

The dedication of the Vann Center for Ethics coincides with Davidson College's Celebration of Honor and Integrity, which marks 100 years of a student-run honor system at the college and the 50th anniversary of the college's Honor Council.

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Triangle Business Journal Recognizes Top Marketing Firm with 2009 Award

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/28/2009 -- David Chapman, Founder and CEO of 919 Marketing, a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations agency located in the Triangle, has announced the firm was named by the Triangle Business Journal as one of the 2009 Best Places to Work. The prestigious annual award is based on a survey given by Quantum Market Research that ranks businesses on their approach to human resources, workplace environment and overall company morale. 919 Marketing was one of 10 companies recognized in the small business category that celebrates business with less than 50 employees.

"There is nothing more rewarding than being recognized not only for the work you do but for the in-house culture your company has created," said Chapman. "At 919, we feed off each other's energy and work best as a group where everyone's voices are heard and valued. Each member of the 919 'family' understands that if we continue to deliver valuable, quantitative results to our clients' bottom lines, their businesses prosper and so does ours."

"These awards are a testimony to the good work done by businesses in the Triangle that recognize that their people are a company's most valuable assets," says Triangle Business Journal publisher Char Grunwaldt. "The emphasis on keeping workers happy and productive is clearly evident among these 30 winners."

919 Marketing has seen record growth in revenue in 2009 and has continued to expand its list of notable clients from coast to coast, including Senior Helpers, Medism, BioSignia, State Water Heaters and Doctor's Express. The company has also been recognized as a Top 100 North Carolina Small Business and has received national recognition for its blog, Opportunity Knocking.

For more information about 919 Marketing, visit www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. The firm has received numerous awards in 2009 alone, including being named a Top 100 North Carolina Small Business by Business Leader Media and a Best Place to Work and Top 5 PR Firm by the Triangle Business Journal.

Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug, Senior Helpers, State Water Heaters and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 Marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com

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Israeli company chooses top Triangle firm to orchestrate campaign around American product launch

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/06/2009 -- 919 Marketing, a top ten Triangle area public relations, marketing, and consulting firm, has been selected by Medisim, Ltd. to provide public relations support and social media marketing for a new thermometer launching in the American market this summer.

The Israeli-based company is the developer of the Temple Touch thermometer, sold in Wal-Mart and Walgreen's stores around the country. Temple Touch accurately and quickly measures temperature on the forehead, and its technology is so revolutionary that it formed a new category in the thermometer market– conductive forehead thermometers.

919 Marketing will provide a broad scope of national public relations services for Temple Touch, as well as support the company's online sales efforts. Moshe Yarden, CEO of Medisim, says he chose 919 over other US firms because of the agency's success in mapping out and executing breakthrough marketing strategies for promoting consumer products.

"919 Marketing has a clear and proven track record of getting clients national coverage in major media outlets and creating an online voice for companies and their products," said Medisim CEO, Moshe Yarden. "I was impressed with their passion to share our vision and products with the American market and am looking forward to working with 919."

"The vision of Moshe and the Medisim team is something we were impressed with from day one, and we are excited to add another groundbreaking account to our international client roster," said 919 Marketing CEO, David Chapman. "Medism's thermometer is an innovative and landmark product and we can't wait to help them tell their story."

919 Marketing continues to expand its list of notable clients from coast to coast, including Senior Helpers, BioSignia, State Water Heaters and Doctor's Express. In the last year alone, 919 has placed clients in national media outlets including Fox News, the CBS Evening News, NBC Nightly News, ABC's World News Tonight, The View, The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, National Public Radio, Ladies Home Journal, REDBOOK, The New York Times, and USA Today, as well as leading websites including ESPN.com, BusinessWeek.com, CNN.com, Washington Post.com and MSNBC.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About Medisim:
Medisim Ltd. was founded in Israel in 1995 by a group of professionals in the fields of physics, engineering and medicine. Combining their know-how into extensive multi discipline research, the company invented a novel method for determining accurate core body temperature in a fast and non-invasive way. This entirely new concept named R.A.T.E. ® (Rapid, Accurate, Temperature Establishment) positioned Medisim as one of the leading sources for precise temperature determination tools and created a new category - high-speed conductive thermometers for forehead temperature measurement.

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Race2Success Motorsports Pipeline Program is the focus of 919 Marketing’s Involvement

Charlottesville, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/29/2009 -- 919 Marketing, one of North Carolina's top marketing firms, has been engaged by the Youth Learning Academy, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to assisting at-risk youths develop occupational skills, to help expand their Race 2 Success program nationally.

The mission of Youth Learning Academy (YLA), started in 2003 by President and Founder Tamara Cavanaugh, is to help at-risk youths participate in project-based learning activities that will bolster their academic career and life skills. YLA has created programs focusing on the construction and motorsports industries to prepare their students for successful careers upon graduation.

YLA's motorsports focus is called the Race 2 Success program. Race 2 Success provides YLA's students (ages 4-18) with an opportunity to gain knowledge about the motorsports industry through a wide array of activities. These include classroom exercises, guest speakers, hands-on technical instruction, and video conferences with industry experts. The ultimate goal is to teach students the technical skills necessary for successful careers as pit crew members, engineers, or mechanics.

Building on YLA's regional success, 919 Marketing will increase the national exposure of Race 2 Success by getting athletes and other celebrities involved with the program. 919 Marketing will also drive revenue for Race 2 Success by securing grants and corporate sponsorships.

"We picked 919 Marketing because of their proven ability to bridge the gap between corporations, athletes, and programs like Race 2 Success," said Cavanaugh. "919 has a unique and insightful understanding of the non-profit world and NASCAR which will be crucial in generating revenue and exposure for our program. Most importantly, 919, of all the firms we interviewed, brings big ideas, creative firepower, and passion we were looking for to the table."

"YLA and Race 2 Success are right in our sweet-spot," said David Chapman, 919 Marketing's Founder and CEO. "This project leverages our extensive non-profit experience and our connections with NASCAR, athletes, and corporate America. We are excited about helping YLA expand their program across the United States."

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About Youth Leadership Academy:
Youth Leadership Academy is a non-profit organization founded in 2003 by Tamara Cavanaugh that works to help young people address their needs in academics, career pursuits and life skills. YLA provides students with structured classes, job shadowing experiences, and many other activities to help them avoid impoverishment and poor life choices.

Race 2 Success is one of YLA's most successful educational programs. It was initiated to create opportunities for at-risk youths in the design, engineering and motorsports-related fields. Intensive participation in these programs has already improved academic position for many students as measured by GPA, job placement, and in passing the Standards of Learning examinations. For more information, visit http://www.youthlearningacademy.org.

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“Opportunity Knocking” Named Ad Agency Blog of the Month for June

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/20/2009 -- 919 Marketing, a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations agency located in the Triangle, has announced that CEO and founder David Chapman's blog, "Opportunity Knocking," has been selected as Fuel Line's Ad Agency Blog of the Month for June 2009. The blog received 260 of 673 votes cast by industry peers nationwide. As the June winner, "Opportunity Knocking" will be entered in the voting for the national Ad Agency Blog of the Year.

Fuel Lines, written by Michael Gass and nationally recognized as an AdAge Power 150 Blog, offers tips, tactics, trends, talent and tools for ad agency executives.

"919 created 'Opportunity Knocking' as a way to share and debate proven industry strategies with likeminded business professionals and those interested in engaging content on marketing, PR, social media, advertising and current affairs," said Chapman. "It is an honor to be recognized nationally by our peers as a blog that is seen as interesting and insightful throughout the business community."

"Opportunity Knocking" offers a unique and irreverent inside look at a variety of topics in the marketing and public relations world and beyond. Its purpose is to be a forum for people to interact and discuss views and ideas on anything from interesting national news topics to marketing and PR strategies to quotes that offer an insightful perspective on business.

To read "Opportunity Knocking," please visit http://www.davidchapman.typepad.com

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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Organizing Body of the Caged Heat Racing Series, an up and coming Indoor Racing Circuit Signs Top Tier Marketing Firm to One Year Deal

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/08/2009 -- High Octane Thrills announced today that they have hired 919 Marketing, one of North Carolina's top sports marketing firms, as their official sales and marketing agency of record for the Caged Heat Racing Series' inaugural season.

"We are thrilled to bring 919 on board as our sales and marketing arm for the Caged Heat Series," said Thomas Walls, President and CEO of High Octane Thrills. "919's resume and philosophy will no question help us reach our business goals. We believe that their extensive NASCAR involvement and seasoned marketing experience will give us a needed edge as we begin creating excitement for our indoor racing circuit. 919 has proven time and time again they have the ability to transform unproven underdogs into big time players in any market. With 919 on our side, we are confident that we will become the next success story."

High Octane Thrills engaged 919 Marketing to develop an overarching marketing plan which will direct all marketing decisions for the Caged Heat Racing Series. 919 will produce a marketing plan for the Caged Heat Racing Series that possesses a clear sense of direction and purpose and includes promotional programs, social networking, and business development activity. High Octane Thrills and 919 Marketing share a diligent, passionate, and thorough business approach which both parties believe will make the Caged Heat marketing plan successful.

"We are excited to help High Octane Thrills take their Caged Heat Racing Series to the next level," said David Chapman, CEO of 919 Marketing. "As a fresh and exciting concept, the Caged Heat Series has great potential but if we don't do our homework and know the right sponsors, patrons, and venues to target then our marketing plan will fail. When it comes to planning and executing a marketing plan that produces results, I can't stress enough the importance of preparation and attention to detail. From constructing the plan to implementing it, we will do everything we can to help High Octane Thrills reach their marketing goals for the Caged Heat Series."

High Octane Thrills and 919 will kick off their partnership in July with the Racing for Miracles campaign, a philanthropic fund-raiser seeking to raise $1 million for The Children's Miracle Network hospitals. After the campaign's conclusion in mid-October the two will work together to continue promoting the series until the first Caged Heat race, tentatively scheduled for April 2010.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 Marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit www.919marketing.com.

About High Octane Thrills:
High Octane Thrills is the organizing body behind the new and exciting indoor motorsports circuit, the Caged Heat Racing Series. Their mission is to combine corporate marketing with a new and exciting form of extreme motor racing designed for compact spaces and an intimate audience. The Caged Heat Racing Series inaugural season is expected to run from April-September 2010. The series will consist of thirty full time drivers competing against each other every week on a twenty-two foot tall indoor, see through track. High Octane Thrills promises its Caged Heat patrons will be treated to a night of entertainment and in your face racing enhanced with lighting, audio and pyrotechnic effects similar to a large arena rock show, World Wrestling Entertainment, Monster Trucks and the X-Games. For more information visit their website at http://highoctanethrills.com.

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Top Triangle marketing firm honored by Business Leader Media

Holly Springs, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/30/2009 -- David Chapman, Founder and CEO of 919 Marketing, a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations agency located in the Triangle, has announced the firm earned a spot on Business Leader Magazine's 2009 Top 100 North Carolina Small Businesses list. Recognizing the top small businesses throughout the state, Business Leader Magazine ranked more than 280 nominations based on revenue growth (both one-year and five-year growth), business achievement and community involvement. Winners named to the Top 100 Small Businesses in North Carolina list will be featured in the special June edition of Business Leader Magazine.

"It is truly an honor to be recognized as one of the top 100 small businesses in North Carolina," said Chapman. "919 has worked extremely hard to ensure our clients are able to discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Winning this award is a testament to those clients who put their faith in 919 Marketing, as well as our talented and seasoned professional staff."

Additional criteria for nominees included the following: North Carolina based business for at least five years, less than 100 employees, majority of sales within the state of North Carolina and honors and awards throughout the previous calendar year.

For more information about 919 Marketing, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing, consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman. 919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including The Rosetta Stone, Kerr Drug and Jersey Mike's Subs.

919 marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services – each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements. For more information, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

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Future PR superstars encouraged to send resumes before March 21 for consideration

Holly Springs, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/11/2008 -- 919 Marketing, a leading Triangle-based marketing and public relations firm, is currently seeking dynamic, motivated and tenacious college students for its summer internship program, which runs from May to August 2008. The deadline for application submissions is Friday, March 21, 2008. Preference is given to students in their junior and senior years of college who can work at least 15 hours per week.

"919 provided my first meaningful PR experience, helped me strengthen my portfolio, and as a result, opened doors of opportunity that may not have come otherwise," said Ashley Simmons a UNC student who recently interned with the agency.

Interns learn first-hand the day-to-day workings of one of the Triangle area's top ten public relations firms and learn directly from experts the ins and outs of the public relations and marketing industries.

919 provides opportunities for both undergraduates and recent graduates through its program. Requirements include current enrollment in or a B.A. from an accredited 4-year college or university, an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and strong written and verbal communication skills. Majors in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business and Marketing are preferred, though not a requirement. 919 will work with universities to give interns academic credit for their work if applicable. Intern positions are unpaid.

Because 919 works very closely with its interns to make sure they get the most out of their experience, many of former interns are now employees of 919.

To apply for the summer program, email your resume and cover letter to hr@919marketing.com on or before March 21, 2008.

For more information about 919 Marketing, visit http://www.919marketing.com.

About 919 Marketing Company:
919 Marketing is a nationally recognized marketing consulting and public relations firm with a proven track record of helping underdog companies of all sizes discover their competitive advantage and drive profitable business growth. Headquartered just outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, 919 was founded over a decade ago by CEO David Chapman.

919 is an unconventional firm with an uncanny ability to develop winning marketing strategies for a roster of companies including Biosignia, Cornerstone Biopharma, Jersey Mike's, Kerr Drug, The Rosetta Stone, Social Technologies and Unilever Brands.

919 Marketing provides strategic planning, public relations, interactive marketing and creative development services - each utilizing proven processes that have been refined and validated over hundreds of client engagements.

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919 Marketing Company Implements Distinctive Brand Strategies that set its Customers Apart from the Competition

Holly Springs, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/14/2008 -- 919 Marketing Company today announced a string of continued media success in promoting its client, BioSignia, a leading biotechnology company based in Research Triangle Park. At the core of 919's branding efforts is BioSignia's revolutionary Know Your Number™, the first disease-specific risk assessment (DRA) tool that takes a multi-dimensional approach to predict an individual's risk of developing chronic preventable diseases.

"We've designed an effective branding strategy that ever-expands BioSignia's regional and national presence in a variety of industries where Know Your Number is a viable tool," says David Chapman, CEO of 919 Marketing." By deploying our proprietary LINK™ planning process, we clearly demarcated BioSignia's identity, positioning and value proposition across all purchaser touch points."

To date, BioSignia has interviewed about Know Your Number with Crain's New York Business, Workforce Management, Employee Benefits Advisor, and Modern Healthcare magazine. The company has also been featured on MSNBC for its recent partnership with North Carolina pharmacy chain, Kerr Drug.

Over the past year, 919 Marketing has continued to add to its list of notable clients, including Alphanumeric, Jersey Mikes, The Coalition to Salute America's Heroes and Rosen Law Firm.

Currently, Know Your Number is available at nine Kerr Drug pharmacy locations in North Carolina and will soon be available in other states. It is also now being included in corporate wellness programs within companies across the nation. To learn more visit http://www.knowyournumber.com

About 919 Marketing Company
919 Marketing Company is a hybrid business consulting and marketing communications firm, located just minutes from North Carolina's Research Triangle Park. A team of seasoned, senior level consultants, 919 develops winning business strategies and provides the marketing horsepower required to produce clear, measurable and recognizable results. To take your company to the next level, call 919-557-7890 or visit: http://www.919marketing.com

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Can NC Tobacco Country Become Truffle Country?

Pinehurst, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/07/2008 -- A North Carolina businesswoman's new company is investing millions to transform 200 acres of farmland into the largest black diamond truffle orchard in America. The decadently delicious fungi are prized by top international chefs and are one of the most expensive foods in the world. The crop is expected to yield nearly $40,000 per acre, more than ten times the market value of tobacco.

Susan Rice, founder of Black Diamond French Truffles Inc. (BDFT), is the newest of only a few truffle cultivators in the United States. The company is staking nearly $25 million on her vision to reinvent North Carolina as the Napa Valley equivalent of truffle cultivation. "Napa is to wine, as North Carolina can be to truffles," said Rice. "We are growing a rare gem in these fields. This crop could replace tobacco and single-handedly revitalize our farming industry."

Gourmet chefs around the world are devoted to and fascinated with these warty, roughish black delicacies. These fabulous fungi have an intense fragrance that will overwhelm you and can add a delicious touch to any food. Pound for pound, they cost more than gold. Restaurants pay more than $800 a pound. TV Star Martha Stewart recently visited the Tar Heel state to feature North Carolina truffles on her nationally syndicated TV show, The Martha Stewart Show. She spoke of how the Ancient Greeks and Romans were very fond of black truffles and used them as a delicacy in special meals and for various therapeutic and aphrodisiac purposes.

Black Perigord truffles are indigenous to southern France and are in high demand as their harvests shrink due to suburban sprawl. North Carolina has a similar climate and soil and is one of the few places in the world that can cultivate this rare crop. Truffles are often incorrectly labeled as mushrooms. Both mushrooms and truffles are types of fungus but truffles belong to the genus Tuber and grow entirely below the ground. The black truffle grows in a symbiotic relationship with oak and hazel nut trees, with the host tree giving sugar to the truffle, while the truffle provides mineral salts to the tree. The truffles form in the topsoil and are harvested using specially trained dogs that dig them up from underground in the winter months of December through mid March.

Rice has put together a team of experts to lead the development process at her Black Perigord plantation located near the legendary Pinehurst golf course, home to the U.S. Open. Rice is currently working with some of the first pioneers of US truffle farming, including farmers, ecologists and chefs. The company's team includes: Business Developer Charles Warren, an investment and financial analyst who's worked in the financial and the commodities markets; Corey Rice who has a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton University; Advisor George Little, the 2004 NC Gubernatorial candidate and Attorney Mark Mirkin who specializes in the law of entrepreneurship.

Black Diamond French Truffles will grow, harvest, package and sell truffles to wholesale and retail customers around the world. The company will also brand its truffles through sales and marketing to retail customers. BDFT will support local farmers as they establish truffle farms of their own.

About Black Diamond French Truffles:
Serial entrepreneur Susan Rice founded Black Diamond French Truffles Inc. in 2007 on farmland in Vass, North Carolina, in Moore County near Southern Pines and Pinehurst. This area is located on 280 acres of prime farmland. The truffie`re will be 200 acres developed over a period of two years. This truffle orchard is set to be the largest in the United States. The company will grow, harvest, package and sell truffles to wholesale markets and to retail customers. For more information, please visit http://www.bdft.com

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