CACVB ELECTRONIC MARKETING EFFORTS ACHIEVING SOME AMAZING RESULTS

Social media engagement level greater than that of top tourist destinations such as Orlando, Chicago and Washington, D.C.

Charlottesville (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 27, 2012 – The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau (CACVB) excitedly announces great success with its electronic marketing campaign. Thanks to thoughtful, strategic and consistent efforts, the CACVB is achieving spectacular results in terms of social media fan engagement (measured in likes, comments and shares on Facebook), surpassing, in July, many top visitor destinations such as Orlando, Seattle, Washington D.C., Chicago, Philadelphia, Atlanta and the state of Virginia. In addition, the CACVB’s Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/charlottesvillevirginia) received over 2.12 million impressions in the last month.

This translates into a significant increase in visitation for the Charlottesville area. Using calculations made by travel research firm, Destination Analysts, in a case study on a similar destination, the CACVB estimates that the Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook page generates $1.72 million of additional, direct visitor spending per year.

“Our strategy is simple, but effective,” says John Freeman, Internet & Social Media Specialist for the CACVB. “We do not use social media as a hard sales tool. Instead, we aim at appealing to the fans’ senses and create, maintain and increase that emotional connection that they have with our destination. We offer fans opportunities to renew their ties with Charlottesville and Albemarle County and to share their appreciation of our beautiful area with their friends.” 

Freeman also sits on the Destination Marketing Association International’s technology committee, and attends social media marketing seminars and forums, learning how to best leverage technology to promote Charlottesville and Albemarle County.

Immediate spikes in business and Facebook fans for local businesses have been measured as a direct result of the Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook page. “The CACVB posted a compliment and link on their Facebook page to my Beta Bridge and UVa.- focused art collection. My entire online store was sold out within two hours.” said Charlottesville-based artist, Kelly Keegan.

Local businesses have also benefitted from the CACVB’s social media success, often by teaming with the bureau to run free Facebook giveaways. Downtown cupcake shop, Sweethaus, saw a 33% increase in total Facebook fans after a promotional giveaway through the CACVB’s social media. Facebook posts giving away two pints of Splendora’s Gelato were seen by over 37,000 people, providing valuable publicity at no cost.

“The CACVB staff does a great job of keeping their Facebook presence fresh and engaging, there’s a real community feel to the page. We’ve definitely seen promotions with the CACVB translate into spikes in our sales” said Zach Peters, Concert Promoter at Red Light Management.

Today, Charlottesville, Virginia’s Facebook page counts over 30,100 fans and at the current growth rate will surpass 35,000 fans by the start 2013. Always on the lookout for the next trend in social media, the CACVB also engages fans via Pinterest, Twitter and a newly launched Instagram account. The CACVB stepped into the realm of social media marketing in February, 2011.

Kurt Burkhart, CACVB Executive Director, reflecting on the bureau’s demonstrated successes in the effective use of social media says that he “couldn’t be happier with these recent results, especially when you compare our engagement to that of globally recognized, iconic destinations that attract millions of visitors annually.” He credits the CACVB’s success to several factors, including a strong alumni base at the University of Virginia, the ‘strength’ of Thomas Jefferson and his Monticello, and highly strategic decisions by CACVB staff who manage its social presence daily.

About the CACVB

In addition to providing a wealth of information on the area to individual visitors, the CACVB assists tour operators, meeting planners, reunions and other groups to find attractions, restaurants, hotels, and other visitor related businesses. Its mission is “to enhance the economic prosperity of City and County by promoting, selling and marketing the City of Charlottesville and County of Albemarle, as a destination, in pursuit of the meetings and tourism markets.”

Contact Info:
Bri Warner
warnerb@charlottesville.org

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Business Success Edmond Masjedi Supports Worthy Causes

Los Angeles, CA (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 27, 2012 – Successful businessman, Edmond Masjedi, Beverly Hills, ranks supporting children’s causes high on his priority list. Besides being a respected entrepreneur and world–traveler, Masjedi takes the time to support worthy causes.

People are bombarded with mail, flyers, ads, commercials, and email requests to support a cause, and most of those solicitations are ignored. There are so many requests for support that the public passes by the advertisements without a backwards glance.

Opportunities to donate are abundant in daily life --- from national campaigns from well-known charities to a local flyer to help family in need in the community. Everywhere you look there are pleas for help. Walk into an Office Supply store and you’ll see $5.00 rubber bracelets for sale at to support an anti-bullying cause. Go grocery shopping and customers have the option to add a $1 or $2 donation to your grocery bill. Visit a Pet Store chain and upon checking out you are asked for a $2.00 donation for a pet charity.

Even if you do not have the funds of a successful businessman like Edmond Masjedi, who donates large sums of money to national causes, you can find ways to help out your community. A lot of people do what they can, and donate consistently to their local church. But if you are one who has been slack in supporting those in need in your area – think about stepping up a notch with your charitable efforts.

Find a cause that means something to you on a personal level – whether it is children, pets, diseases, the poor, hunger, bullying or homelessness. Try finding a worthy cause in your community or your own neighborhood. It’s back to school time in across the nation -- support the local kids by buying school supplies and backpacks. Donate shoes or school uniforms to underprivileged kids at local schools. Help to feed the hungry in your city buy giving to the food pantries. Help the homeless by donating hygiene items or money to shelters.

Seek out opportunities to give back to your society. Consider making the extra effort or spending a few extra dollars. You don’t have to be successful and wealthy to make a difference; all you need is a giving heart and compassion for those in need.

About Edmond Masjedi
Edmond Masjedi is a dedicated entrepreneur and business with extensive experience in the business field. He actively supports he Penny Lane Foundation and St. Jude for Kids organizations and encourages others to benefit society by supporting children’s causes.

Contact Info:
eddiemasjedi@aol.com
http://www.edmondmasjedi.com/
Edmond Masjedi
5021 Adams Place
Suite 136, Plano TX 08807

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New Undercover Book 'THE LAST MESSIAH' Warns About Upcoming Iran-Israel War and Global Chaos

NEW YORK (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 27, 2012 - It’s Da Vinci Code meets Syriana …with a few extra death threats thrown in.

But is THE LAST MESSIAH clever disinformation planted by Iranian intelligence, the CIA, the Israeli Mossad or a dissident faction ... Or world-class thriller fiction … Or the truth about an ancient conspiracy manipulating today's Arab spring, Israel's fear of Iran's nuclear program, and religious war and economic chaos worldwide?

Whatever the truth, it comes to us wrapped in award-winning author V.S. Marlowe’s masterfully written new Middle East page-turner, THE LAST MESSIAH.

The book predicts the Arab Spring will lead to a coming Israeli attack on Iran and the rise of a new messiah.

It’s available in paperback at http://www.amazon.com/The-Last-Messiah-V-S-Marlowe/dp/0615686389/ ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1345656412&sr=8-1

and on Kindle at http://www.amazon.com/kindle/dp/B008NR1NQW/ref=rdr_kindle_ext_eos_detail (Sinbad Books Kindle edition, US$9.99).

Three video trailers on YouTube give a hint of what’s inside THE LAST MESSIAH at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXNIAweUX_M
http://youtu.be/C-P0ITeBxzo and
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC3ySR1wBqo

Hear anchorman Rick Wiles interview Marlowe at http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=TDHZ6J8H7n8

Marlowe -- the pen name of an international figure who fears to put his real name to this book -- claims the story was given to him by a stranger months ago in Dubai. Marlowe was skeptical, but the story was so compelling he couldn’t put it down.

Marlowe never saw the man again, but thinks he later heard the stranger being killed in a chilling voice message left by the supposed assassins, warning Marlowe not to share the story with the world.

THE LAST MESSIAH tells of the race against time to find a priceless and scientifically advanced Persian manuscript and treasure … even as a new leader arises to unite the Middle East ... and a murderous sect kills those who oppose him.

It’s a story of shadowy threats, bloody ritual killings, assassinations and elaborately crafted "screens" of political and economic events that hide the wicked truth from all but a select few.

And behind and above it all is a masked, charismatic leader -- the Last Messiah of the title. Will he bring peace … or a new world war?

THE LAST MESSIAH races from exotic Istanbul to ancient Persepolis in Iran and finally to the holy city of Mecca, as the whole world hangs in the balance.

Former diplomat Marlowe is an expert on the Middle East. His preceding books have drawn praise from U.S. Presidents and international leaders, as well as Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, The Chicago Tribune and Knight Ridder.

For more information, or to request an interview with V.S. Marlowe, call us on Skype at VSMarlowe, or email us at derekaragoninc@gmail.com

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Dedication is the Key to Edmond Masjedi’s Success

Los Angeles, CA (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 24, 2012 - Businessman, Entrepreneur, World-Traveler and Philanthropist Edmond Masjedi is dedicated to whatever he puts his mind to. Describe Edmond Masjedi in one word, and business peers could justly refer to him as “successful” or “hard-working.” “Dedicated” is another word that aptly describes Edmond Masjedi.

Masjedi is a dedicated business and has built and developed many successful businesses over the years. After owning a string of businesses, Edmond Masjedi, learned that no failure is forever and success will stay as long as you’re willing to work hard for it.

“Although he is an extremely hard working person who believes in total dedication towards work, Edmond Masjedi also believes that taking time out is also important.”

Masjedi is dedicated to his travels, and loves to travel and learn about other cultures and customs. He says that as a businessman, he needs to develop a world view that takes in account the needs and desires of people all over the world.

Masjedi is dedicated to his philanthropic causes, and continues to support generously to the Penny Lane Foundation and St. Jude’s for Kids. Edmond Masjedi believes that society has given us everything and we should give back as much as we can.

Masjedi’s dedication extends to his hobbies as well. Edmond Masjedi loves to cook and is constantly trying out new gourmet recipes, which he collects from all over the world.

About Edmond Masjedi

Masjedi is a graduate of the University of California with a Business Degree. Edmond Masjedi has had a very long career that has been filled with numerous successes and achievements. Masjedi is fluent in several languages. His hobbies include traveling, cooking, reading, sports and boating.

Contact Info:
Edmond Masjedi
eddiemasjedi@aol.com
http://www.edmondmasjedi.com/
5021 Adams Place
Suite 136, Plano TX 08807

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Discover Finds PayPal, But Where's the Mobile Wallet and Is Square Scalable?

ALISO VIEJO,CA (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 24, 2012 - Today Mobile Wallet Media announces it has published articles that shed light upon a potential security issue with PayPal’s In-Store Checkout services and discusses how Square might have difficulty in scaling it’s new Pay With Square service. Mobile Wallet Media’s PayPal article also asks, “Why are PayPal’s products being considered to be ‘mobile payments’ and where is PayPal’s mobile wallet?”

The mobile payments and mobile commerce news announcements have been many, fast and furious the past two weeks. First, Square announced it’s partnership with Starbucks. The new ‘Pay With Square’ product for Starbucks is said to work much like the Starbucks Card Mobile App. It is slated to be released for use in all 7,000 Starbucks stores this Fall.

Randy Smith, Founder and Chief Editor of Mobile Wallet Media, said “I love the Starbucks Card Mobile App. It is fast, simple, convenient, fun and rewarding. However, 'Pay With Square' may have a tough time scaling as fast as other Mobile Wallets, like Google, MCX and ISIS, if they fail to simplify integration at POS.”

Last week there was the announcement of a retailer network named Merchant Customer Exchange or MCX. This network will make a huge impact on industry as the top tier retail lineup includes Wal-Mart, Target, 7-11, Best Buy, CVS, Darden Restaurants and more. MCX has not revealed the technology to be used to enable their mobile wallet, nor have they hinted as to when the service will be available. Mr. Smith added “MCX also did not make it clear if this retail network will be open to adding additional competitive retailers.”

Just this past Wednesday PayPal announced a partnership with Discover. This partnership will make PayPal’s ‘In-Store Check-Out’, available everywhere Discover Card is accepted. Don Kingsborough, PayPal’s VP of Retail Services states, “This is an important deal for us, because it gets us to over seven million locations pretty seamlessly.”

Smith also shared, “Let’s not forget that Google’s announcement of it’s revamped and more secure and scalable Google Wallet ‘2.0’ and Apple’s acquisition of Authentec and it’s fingerprint authentication technology and makes everything even more interesting and complex.”

Smith said, “The dominos have just begun to fall, but fall they have, and I fully expect to soon see more major news announcements by Apple in coordination with the launch of it’s next iphone and yet another by PayPal. It’s the ‘Wild-Wild West in Mobile Payments.’ The land grab has just begun and the victors will be many and various. Some unexpected underdogs are sure to surface.”

Mobile Wallet Media also announces it will be in attendance at the upcoming industry event, “Mobile Engagement in Retail” on September 13-14, 2012.

About Mobile Wallet Media

Mobile Wallet Media is a news media, analyst, marketing and consulting firm focused on the future of mobile: payments, marketing, loyalty commerce, security, prepaid, virtual currency, daily deals and the convergence of them all with social and local. The Chief Editor, Randy Smith, was the primary founder, inventor and former CEO of MobilePayUSA, a TechCrunch Disrupt Award Winner.

Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/discover-finds-paypal-but-wheres-the-mobile-wallet-and-is-square-scalable-2547.htm/#ixzz24iWyVbDb

Dolls Kill Slashes Prices By 20% for a Back to School Sale

San Francisco, CA (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 23, 2012 - We all know that the best part of going back to school is the shopping. Aside from the fresh smell of notebooks, there's something even better going on. Brand spanking new clothes. Dolls Kill kicked it up a notch and slashed prices on all the best and baddest brands by 20%.

That's right, even Wildfox Couture is included in the sale. From crazy soft hoodies to muscle tees and dresses, Wildfox clothing is oh-so-perfect for that first day impression. Rock pastels in a new way by combining them with vinyl leggings and creepers. Dye your hair lavender or any punchy pastel hue. Just make sure you stand out because that's what Dolls Kill is about.

UNIF's infamous Hellbounds and Hellhounds are also on sale. Pretty sure even fashion babe is tripping over her heels just to get her paws on this sale. Chaser LA, One Teaspoon and Tripp NYC are also included. From platform sneakers to skull bracelets. Okay, let's just lay it out like this, everything is on sale and everything is fair game. Meaning you can stock your entire wardrobe in one fell swoop thanks to Dolls Kill. How long does this sale last? Just one week, so grab what you can right now. And if you're in a tight spot and need new threads in a rush, Dolls Kill has the craziest 'n fastest shipping ever. Don't fret, just shop.

About Dolls Kill:

Dolls Kill is based in San Francisco, California and was established in 2010. Its mission is to give girls looking for an anti-norm edge a place to find streetwear styles with a unique and raw spin without settling for the mall. Dolls Kill carries cult favorites, such as UNIF, Wildfox, One Teaspoon, Chaser LA, Stylestalker and T.U.K. Stocking everything from platform shoes to ripped muscle tees to festival fashion, this online-based store aims to please and makes you question, “Why be normal?” Dolls Kill is a rebellious force to be reckoned with and will have people stopping you on the street, freaking out and asking, “Where did you get that?”

Contact Info:
dollskill
http://www.dollskill.com
Dolls Kill

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New Neonatal Nurse Online Community Helps Answer Your Questions Regarding Career

Neonatal-Nurse.org is a new website that contains in-depth knowledge about neonatal nursing, emphasizing career information and discussion through the newest forum section.

United States (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 23, 2012 - When a child is born in a hospital, a doctor is responsible for the main task of helping deliver the baby. When the bundle of joy has finally arrived, he or she is brought under the care of a neonatal nurse, a registered nurse who specializes in providing nursing care for newborns. Most neonatal nurses care for infants until they are released from the hospital, but due to certain health problems, a neonatal nurse might provide nursing care much longer.

In the United States alone, more than 40,000 infants are born each year with low birth weights, but with the efforts of medical practitioners, survival rates are now 10 times better than a decade ago. With the ongoing presence of newboed Srns, and the increasing number of parents who need assistance in providing professional extra care for their babies, neonatal nurses propose to be a promising opportunity.

Neonatal-Nurse.org is a website that is dedicated to sharing the latest information about the career, neonatal nurse salary, programs and other related topics needed by practitioners to advance their careers. Launched just a couple of months ago, the website also houses a forum section, allowing people in the same profession to share updates and help each other.

Because the job of a neonatal nurse is all too delicate and complex to a certain extent, it is essential for anyone to undergo the right education and experience. Neonatal-Nurse.org offers a wide array of information about the trainings and degrees required to become a bona fide practitioner. In most American states, it takes four years to attain a degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which is the most recommended path to become a neonatal nurse.

Neonatal-Nurse.org cites data from the U.S. Department of Labor, which points to health care sector adding on average of 20,000 new jobs for providers per month. Among others, neonatal nurse professionals are in high demand in Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.

To learn everything there is to know about neonatal nursing as a career in the United States, please visit http://www.neonatal-nurse.org/ for details.

ABOUT

Neonatal-Nurse.org is a website that offers everything an aspiring or practicing neonatal nurse should know, highlighting salary, programs and other pertinent information to become a neonatal nurse practitioner or NNP in the United States.

Contact Info:
Neonatal Nurse

Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/new-neonatal-nurse-online-community-helps-answer-your-questions-regarding-career-2538.htm/#ixzz24RPvJoto