DMNews: FTC files suits to halt car warranty robocalls

May 15, 2009 Click here to view this newsletter online Check out DMNews on your smartphone Webcast: Today's News FTC files suits to halt car warranty robocalls Nancy Kearney May 14, 2009 The Federal Trade Commission today filed suit in federal court in Illinois against companies it said were responsible for millions of deceptive phone calls offering extended vehicle warranties. In two related complaints, the FTC said it took action against both the promoter of the warranties, as well as the telemarketing company it hired to carry out its deceptive campaign.   MMA adds execs from Nielsen, Vibes Media and others to its Board Cara Wood May 14, 2009 The Mobile Marketing Association announced its 2009 North American Board of Directors today. New to the board this year are: The Nielsen Co.'s Julia Resnick, VP of mobile media solutions; Millennial Media president/CEO Paul Palmieri; Sprint-Nextel's Lisa-Anne Uhrmacher, GM of mobile advertising; Verizon's Richard Williams, executive director, digital media operations; Vibes Media president Jack Philbin; and Yahoo's David Katz, VP of mobile advertising and publisher services.   Telematch acquires Phoenix Data Processing, Farm Market iD Lauren Bell May 14, 2009 Telematch Inc., a marketing and information services provider, has acquired two new businesses from Multi Ag Media LLC: Phoenix Data Processing and Farm Market iD. Terms of the two acquisitions were not disclosed.   Brewery picks new AORs anticipating national push Cara Wood May 14, 2009 Oregon-based craft beer distillery Deschutes Brewery began distributing in Utah today, bringing its total to 14 US states. The beer company selected North and Campbell Consulting Group Inc. as its agencies of record for creative and public relations earlier this week. The new agency appointments were made to help the 20-year old, privately owned beer maker manage its marketing as it moves toward becoming a national brand, according to Jason Randles, marketing manager at Deschutes.   Music downloads drive brand promotions Chantal Todé May 14, 2009 Using marketing campaigns with a music tie-in that include free, downloadable music track offers to target a younger demographic are gaining popularity for brands as diverse as Zippo lighters and Vitaminwater. "Zippo has a deep heritage with music," said Rick Gardinier, chief digital officer at agency Brunner, which recently launched a Zippo campaign that partners the brand with Rolling Stone magazine and RealNetworks for a microsite in support of indie rock music.   Macromark, DM360 partner on international DM May 14, 2009 Brewster, NY-based list brokerage Macromark Inc. has partnered with Maryland-based DM360 Inc. to provide client services overseas. DM360 founder and president Stacy Berver and Macromark president and CEO David Klein have worked together for well over a decade, according to the company executives.   Worldata awarded Kompass list management May 13, 2009 Worldata has been awarded management of the Kompass postal and e-mail lists. The previous list manager was Bethesda List Center.   In This Week's Print Edition Redplum mailer lets marketers dissect why some mail practices are not ideal Scott Couvillon President of marketing, Dukky May 04, 2009 In critiquing this mailer piece from Redplum, we also can examine the direct mail practices we see every day that crush any chance of significant redemption and contribute to the definition of "junk mail."   What to consider when it's time for a Web site revamp, why size doesn't always matter and more May 04, 2009   Online Poll Click the image below to vote in DMNews' weekly online poll Today's lists and databases Revue Commerce May 15, 2009 New list — Revue Commerce — Cornerstone List Management — This file contains active paid subscribers to a Quebec magazine reaching top and middle management. Twenty-four percent of prospects are female and 76% are male. Average age of readers is 45. Forty-two percent are university educated; 80% are homeowners.   Fair Indigo May 15, 2009 New list — Fair Indigo — Catalyst Direct Marketing — This file contains catalog shoppers who have purchased apparel, gifts, jewelry, accessories and baby items, all made by workers who are paid a fair wage in their communities.   Sure-Fit Slipcovers PIP May 15, 2009 New insert program — Sure-Fit Slipcovers PIP — Leon Henry Inc. — This file places inserts into packages from Sure-Fit, which sells slipcovers, sofas, love-seats, chairs, wing chairs, dining room chairs, recliners, ottomans and folding chairs as well as furniture throws.   Market Mapping plus LLC: Waterfront Homeowners May 15, 2009 New management — Market Mapping plus LLC: Waterfront Homeowners — Aggressive List Management — This file contains homeowners that reside full-time in homes located on waterfront property. These lucrative upscale homeowners live within 300 ft. or 950 ft. on or adjacent to a major lake, river and ocean or inland coastal waterway. These prospects enjoy relaxing, entertaining, and participating in outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, water skiing and more.   Classified Ken Malek Associates, Inc. is dedicated to serving the Direct Response and E-commerce segments for multi-channel marketers. Our client base is nation and international in scope and our areas of expertise include all major specialty areas including marketing, database marketing, information systems, marketing analysis, web marketing and development, merchandising, creative, telemarketing, customer service, inventory management, finance, operations and senior management. In addition, we have experience providing placements in list management/brokerage and outside vendor service organizations. What separates Ken Malek Associates, Inc. from other search organizations is, first and foremost, our passion for and fluency in the direct marketing industry and over 50 years of collective corporate and executive experience. Please contact us at: P.O. Box 383 Yardley, PA 19067 215-579-2070 Or visit our website: www.kenmalek.com In This Issue Today's News In This Week's Print Edition Today's Lists and Databases Classifieds 4 Tips: Twitter marketing Twitter is everywhere and chock-full of consumers - so more and more marketers want to get on the Tweeting bandwagon. But how can you be sure you're making the most of your microblogging efforts? Four experts share their top tips. Click here to read. FREE WHITEPAPERS View More Research DMNews Data Management Survey

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DMNews' Database Weekly: Autotrader.com switches to Microsoft Dynamics CRM

May 14, 2009 Check out DMNews on your smartphone News Autotrader.com switches to Microsoft Dynamics CRM Lauren Bell May 13, 2009 Auto classifieds Web site Autotrader.com has signed Microsoft Dynamics CRM to provide customer relationship management tools, replacing the site's legacy CRM software. Microsoft Dynamics CRM, which is already used by some of Autotrader's sister companies, was chosen after the company reviewed various off-the shelf tools and its own legacy system   Edith Roman wins Hearst Business Media Physician's database Lauren Bell May 12, 2009 Edith Roman has won list management responsibilities for the Hearst Business Media Physician's Postal and E-mail Database. The list, which includes 775,785 postal addresses and 863,000 e-mail addresses, is new to the market.   Report: Online customer satisfaction declines Chantal Todé May 11, 2009 Customer satisfaction with many of the largest online retailers fell 3% since last year, according to the annual Top 100 Online Retail Satisfaction Index from ForeSee Results and FGI Research. The research, which employs the methodology of the University of Michigan's American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), is based on surveys of over 22,000 visitors to the top 100 e-retail Web sites by sales volume, as reported in the 2009 Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide. This year's aggregate score of 73 indicates online retailers may be dropping the ball.   Sears holds on to Acxiom for customer analytics Lauren Bell May 07, 2009 Sears Holdings Corp. has renewed its longstanding partnership with Acxiom Corp. as part of an effort to improve customer relationships and marketing efforts. The 50+-year-old marketing services contract has been renewed for another three years.   Winn-Dixie to grow data warehouse Lauren Bell May 07, 2009 Grocery chain Winn-Dixie Stores is expanding its Teradata data warehouse in an effort to improve its use of data and analytics in marketing. Winn-Dixie will add additional subject matter areas to its Teradata Enterprise Data Warehouse, which currently houses multiple terabytes of data that Winn-Dixie uses for merchandising, supply chain and marketing analytics.   Adrea Rubin is DMA's List Leader of the Year Lauren Bell May 07, 2009 The Direct Marketing Association has named Adrea Rubin, CEO of Adrea Rubin Marketing Inc., its 2009 List Leader of the Year. The annual award honors an individual for outstanding contributions to the list and data industry.   Column Find the upside in the downturn: Quality customer data Tom Atkinson May 13, 2009 There's no question that 2009 will continue to be a challenging year. Organizations of all sizes and across industries are scaling back budgets, but not expectations. Here's the opportunity: marketers can stand out by taking a long, hard look at their customer data and making sure it is as accurate as possible. Here are some tips to maximize your customer data.   DMNews' Essential Guide to Lists, Database Marketing & Data Services The 2009 DMNews Essential Guide to Lists & Databases is now online January 26, 2009 The 2009 DMNews Essential Guide to Lists and Databases is now available as a PDF file. Click on the image or headline to download it.
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DMNews: RR Donnelley makes offer for Quebecor World

May 14, 2009 Click here to view this newsletter online Check out DMNews on your smartphone Today's News RR Donnelley makes offer for Quebecor World Chantal Todé May 13, 2009 RR Donnelley & Sons has expressed interest in acquiring all or substantially all of Quebecor World's assets and properties, and is offering to pay Quebecor debtors approximately $957 million cash and 30 million shares, valued at $394 million as of the closing price on May 11.   Systemax wins Circuit City's online business at auction Chantal Todé May 13, 2009 Systemax Inc. won Circuit City's e-commerce business at an auction held this week, subject to court approval. Last month, multichannel electronics merchant Systemax entered a stalking horse agreement valued at $6.5 million with Circuit City, which began liquidating assets in January after filing for bankruptcy protection in November.   Autotrader.com switches to Microsoft Dynamics CRM Lauren Bell May 13, 2009 Auto classifieds Web site Autotrader.com has signed Microsoft Dynamics CRM to provide customer relationship management tools, replacing the site's legacy CRM software. Microsoft Dynamics CRM, which is already used by some of Autotrader's sister companies, was chosen after the company reviewed various off-the shelf tools and its own legacy system.   Publishers continue to grow digital output Lauren Bell May 13, 2009 Digital initiatives continue to gain traction among traditional print publishers — and among readers — according to new research from the Magazine Publishers of America (MPA). The MPA reports that consumer magazines released 76 new digital initiatives in the first quarter of 2009 — 10% more than in Q1 last year.   US and Canadian health buyers available May 12, 2009 Macromark has been awarded management of the US and Canadian buyer files for Sun Chlorella, a health supplement. The US file previously was managed by DS Direct, but the Canadian file is new to the market from Macromark.   In This Week's Print Edition Get comfortable with new FTC regs Thomas Cohn, Counsel, Venable LLP New York May 04, 2009 On February 9, the Federal Trade Commission issued a staff report defining "negative option marketing" broadly as a "category of commercial transactions in which sellers interpret a customer's failure to take an affirmative action, either to reject an offer or cancel an agreement, as assent to be charged for goods or services." FTC staff identified five principles to guide online marketers in complying with Section 5 of the FTC Act.   Tying analytics to ad networks helps Web sites target users Dianna Dilworth May 04, 2009 Analytics can play a key role in optimizing any campaign, and for brands Channel 4 and HowStuffWorks, tying analytics to their ad network buys is a new way that both publishers are optimizing their display ad campaigns. Earlier this month, data services firm Omniture and ad network 24/7 Real Media formed a strategic partnership with these and other publishers to track visitor site behavior and tie this information into their display ads.   Online Poll Click the image below to vote in DMNews' weekly online poll Today's lists and databases Give and Let Give Donors at E-mail May 14, 2009 New e-mail list — Give and Let Give Donors at E-mail — ListBargains —This file contains individuals who have given to charities. With an annual income of more than $60,000, the average donation is historically more than $50 to their particular cause of choice.   GLP Open Top Jeep Vehicle Owners May 14, 2009 New list — GLP Open Top Jeep Vehicle Owners — McCarthy Media — This file contains Jeep owners. It is recommended for sellers of parts and accessories for Jeep vehicles, such as seat covers, tops, suspension, tires and wheels, winches, grill guards, lighting, hard parts, fender, flares, body parts and GPS systems.   B2B Transitions - Businesses on the Move May 14, 2009 New list — B2B Transitions - Businesses on the Move — Key Marketing Advantage — This file contains businesses that have been identified by a proprietary process as having made a recent physical move from a home based business to commercial space or from their current location to across town or across the country. B2B Transitions helps reach businesses just as they settle in and get your products and services in front of them while they are looking for new vendors.   Living Green — Hybrid Car Owners May 14, 2009 New list — Living Green — Hybrid Car Owners — Complete Mailing Lists — This file contains owners of hybrid cars. Many of these auto owners have purchased these vehicles because of their reduced air pollution emissions. Recommended usage includes natural and organic products, energy efficiency savers and environmental cause contributions.   Classified Ken Malek Associates, Inc. is dedicated to serving the Direct Response and E-commerce segments for multi-channel marketers. Our client base is nation and international in scope and our areas of expertise include all major specialty areas including marketing, database marketing, information systems, marketing analysis, web marketing and development, merchandising, creative, telemarketing, customer service, inventory management, finance, operations and senior management. In addition, we have experience providing placements in list management/brokerage and outside vendor service organizations. What separates Ken Malek Associates, Inc. from other search organizations is, first and foremost, our passion for and fluency in the direct marketing industry and over 50 years of collective corporate and executive experience. Please contact us at: P.O. Box 383 Yardley, PA 19067 215-579-2070 Or visit our website: www.kenmalek.com In This Issue Today's News In This Week's Print Edition Today's Lists and Databases Classifieds 4 Tips: Twitter marketing Twitter is everywhere and chock-full of consumers - so more and more marketers want to get on the Tweeting bandwagon. But how can you be sure you're making the most of your microblogging efforts? Four experts share their top tips. Click here to read. FREE WHITEPAPERS View More Research DMNews Data Management Survey

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Brand Marketers Lining Up for June iMedia Summit; Join Us!

June 7-10, 2009 The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs To reserve your seat request your invitation now or call (949)248-3903. Maximize Your ROI in Digital Marketing Join us at the beautiful Broadmoor in the mountains of Colorado where iMedia will bring together influential marketers for lively discussion and collaborative interaction focused on taking your digital marketing strategies to the next level of success. The Broadmoor   Marketers' attendance is FREE* and includes hotel stay.   Highlights The Great Debate: Doug Weaver, Founder & CEO, Upstream Group, Inc. / iMedia Senior Analyst, will be leading an exciting, interactive general session that will feature multiple topics, table changes, and roundtable discussions with ample face-to-face interaction. Plus Closed door marketers-only meeting Power Panel: Marketers Wish List for partners Case study-laden Master Classes Spotlight presentations Please visit the summit website for complete info and schedule. What iMedia Summits are all about... "iMedia Summits are an excellent forum to keep pace with our fast changing digital landscape. The relationships I have developed at iMedia Summits, with publishers, agencies, and other leading brand marketers are invaluable benefits I can leverage on a daily basis. If there is one event you should attend it's an iMedia Summit." Doug Chavez, Senior Manager Digital Marketing, Del Monte   Seating is limited so request an invitation today! * Attendence is free only for qualified Brand marketers KEYNOTERS Social Relevance: The Purpose of Brand Communication Rob Norman CEO, GroupM Interaction Worldwide Everything Starts with the internet Jeff Cole Director, USC, Center for the Digital Future   WHO'S ATTENDING 3M L'Oreal A&E Mattel AT&T Nestle Black & Decker Quantas Cadillac Airways Coca-Cola Taco Bell Frontier Airlines Target Genreal Mills The Scotts Heinz NA Company Intel Verizon Jaguar/Land Rover WellPoint Kaiser Permanente Zappos Levi Strauss   …among many others!   Visit the summit website for complete information or call Jeanne Carlson, Marketer & Agency Relations Director, at (949) 248-3903 to reserve your seat.

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DMNews: FTC ready to act on car warranty robocalls

May 13, 2009 Click here to view this newsletter online Check out DMNews on your smartphone Today's News FTC ready to act on car warranty robocalls Nancy Kearney May 12, 2009 The Federal Trade Commission is close to taking legal action against companies responsible for the thousands of computerized car warranty calls reaching consumers nationwide, according to a letter from the agency chairman to Sen. Charles Schumer.   IAB releases first official click measurement guidelines Sharon Goldman May 12, 2009 The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) announced the release today of the first official click measurement guidelines, which are meant to help the online advertising industry combat click fraud. The guidelines were agreed upon by key industry leaders to help ensure that advertisers only pay for legitimate clicks.   US Navy, Campell-Ewald renew contract Chantal Todé May 12, 2009 The US Navy has renewed its relationship with agency Campbell-Ewald for advertising and marketing communications around recruitment following a mandatory rebid. Campbell-Ewald first won the account in 2000 with agency partners Accentmarketing and Global Hue Partners, meeting monthly recruiting goals in the ensuing eight-year period.   Metro International divests US dailies Lauren Bell May 12, 2009 The US operations of Metro International SA, publisher of free dailies, have been sold to former Metro CEO Pelle Tornberg. Metro International, which cited loss of revenue in the US division as a reason for the sale, is taking a loss of $2 million on the sale, the AP reported.   New Google Search Options offers real-time results Sharon Goldman May 12, 2009 Google went live with several new user-friendly search products today, including Google Search Options, which allows users to slice and dice their universal search results by such variables as recency, genre and timeline. Some are already musing that Google Search Options can be viewed a Google response to Twitter, though Google concentrated solely on the idea that the company is addressing the entire problem of how users can get exactly what they want.   Good Housekeeping upping trim size, trimming rate base Lauren Bell May 12, 2009 Amid a flurry of design changes and anniversary celebrations, Hearst Corp.'s Good Housekeeping magazine is trimming its rate base from 4.6 million to 4.3 million and raising its cover price. Trimming the rate base is expected to help the publisher do away with low-performing newsstand locations and offers that produce low renewals.   Edith Roman wins Hearst Business Media Physician's database Lauren Bell May 12, 2009 Edith Roman has won list management responsibilities for the Hearst Business Media Physician's Postal and E-mail Database. The list, which includes 775,785 postal addresses and 863,000 e-mail addresses, is new to the market.   In This Week's Print Edition What role does networking play in finding new employment in direct marketing? Jerry Bernhart, principal, Bernhart & Associates Executive Search May 04, 2009 Most people would agree that the best way to land a new job is to network. Now, there's some new research to back that up. The Bernhart Associates Employment Report has been surveying hiring trends in direct marketing since 2001. This was the first time we asked employers to identify their largest source of new hires.   Innovation and tech key to DM survival Pat O'Brien, CMO, Direct Group May 04, 2009 As the Winterberry Group reported recently, direct mail is a "channel in transformation," with profound changes taking place almost daily. Faced with unprecedented economic conditions, marketers have drastically reevaluated their reliance on traditional methods, and have stepped up demand for more precisely targeted, data-driven marketing and higher returns on every dollar spent.   Online Poll Click the image below to vote in DMNews' weekly online poll Today's lists and databases Pharmacists at Home Address May 13, 2009 New list — Pharmacists at Home Address — PCS Mailing List Company — This file contains pharmacists, some of whom have indicated that they have purchased through the mail.   Active Job Seekers from GrooveJob.com May 13, 2009 New e-mail list — Active Job Seekers from GrooveJob.com — ICS Marketing Support Services — This file contains GrooveJob.com members. These young people go through a free, one-time registration process to search for job openings, and keep their résumés on file.   Formula #1 Weight Loss May 13, 2009 New list — Formula #1 Weight Loss — Impulse Media — This file contains consumers of weight loss products. They have purchased various dietary supplements, shakes, programs and more. Most are older than age 40.   BusinessWatch Canada Postal May 13, 2009 New list — BusinessWatch Canada Postal — Direct Media — This file contains Canadian subscribers from six published newsletters: TechWatch, ExecWatch, HRWatch, FinanceWatch, Sales & MarketingWatch and MgmtWatch. These subscribers include CEOs, CFOs, VPs and other executives.   Classified Ken Malek Associates, Inc. is dedicated to serving the Direct Response and E-commerce segments for multi-channel marketers. Our client base is nation and international in scope and our areas of expertise include all major specialty areas including marketing, database marketing, information systems, marketing analysis, web marketing and development, merchandising, creative, telemarketing, customer service, inventory management, finance, operations and senior management. In addition, we have experience providing placements in list management/brokerage and outside vendor service organizations. What separates Ken Malek Associates, Inc. from other search organizations is, first and foremost, our passion for and fluency in the direct marketing industry and over 50 years of collective corporate and executive experience. Please contact us at: P.O. Box 383 Yardley, PA 19067 215-579-2070 Or visit our website: www.kenmalek.com In This Issue Today's News In This Week's Print Edition Today's Lists and Databases Classifieds 4 Tips: Twitter marketing Twitter is everywhere and chock-full of consumers - so more and more marketers want to get on the Tweeting bandwagon. But how can you be sure you're making the most of your microblogging efforts? Four experts share their top tips. Click here to read. FREE WHITEPAPERS View More Research DMNews Data Management Survey
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