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[Behind the Selfie] with... Melissa Attree

Leigh Andrews

This week, we find out what's really going on behind the selfie with Melissa Attree, director of content strategy of Ogilvy & Mather CT...

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Forever is a long time

Danette Breitenbach

Years ago, a vehicle manufacturer ran a campaign where women could test drive their vehicle. I responded and booked a test drive - not a positive experience for me...

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CRM can be really magical - when it works

Aki Kalliatakis

Best you do everything in your power to ensure you use your CRM system properly to ensure your customers have a positive experience and leave happy...

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Marketing
Andy Rice Masterclass for IAS series
As part of its 2015 Masterclass for Marketers series, the Independent Agency Search and Selection Company (IAS) has announced that advertising expert Andy Rice will be the special guest speaker... read more>>
Advertising
ABF calls for annual corporate subscriptions

Issued by Advertising Benevolent Fund

The ABF is calling for annual corporate subscriptions from the advertising industry to allow the vital fund to continue assisting colleagues in need... read more>>
Education & Training
Creative Business Exchange joins Decorex Cape Town
The second instalment of the Creative Business Exchange workshops, dedicated to building a successful creative design brand, will take place on 24 April 2015, alongside Decorex Cape Town... read more>>
Events & Conferencing
Roodepoort beauty crowned Miss Rand Show 2015

Issued by The Rand Show

Gauteng's beautiful people strutted their stuff on the Rand Show's Spice of Life Stage on Saturday in the quest for the crown of Miss Rand Show and Mr Rand Show... read more>>
Exhibitions
One week until WTM Africa 2015 officially opens

Issued by Thebe Reed Exhibitions

As Africa's leading B2B exhibition for inbound and outbound Africa travel and tourism, and with over 500 exhibitors on board, WTM Africa 2015 is on track to exceed 2014's outstanding results... read more>>
Mobile
MMA Standard Bank Smarties Awards 2015 categories announced

Issued by Mobile Marketing Association

The Smarties are calling for nominations for senior level marketers to join the pre-screening council... read more>>
Newspapers
Nal'ibali reading-for-enjoyment campaign extends to Sepedi
The Nal'ibali reading-for-enjoyment campaign has launched its English-Sepedi version. Produced by the Project for the Study of Alternative Education in South Africa (PRAESA), in partnership with Times Media... read more>>
Radio
2015 is the Year to be Legendary with Standard Bank, Jacaranda FM and GIBS

Issued by Jacaranda 94.2 FM

Motivational and business speakers such as Fanie de Villiers, Buyani Zwane and Braam Malherbe will pass on their pearls of wisdom at the Jacaranda FM GIBS Business Breakfast in Nelspruit on Thursday, 23 April... read more>>
Research
Data, analytics and action

Issued by Effective Intelligence

Are you a data-driven marketer? Can you confidently say, beyond a shadow of a doubt, which components are bringing you the greatest return along the specific stages of your customer journey?... read more>>
Social Media
Free digital marketing, social media training
Shift ONE, an advertising agency specialising in helping entrepreneurs grow their business using digital marketing and social media, is offering free training courses on digital marketing and social media on Friday, 10 April... read more>>
Sodastream South Africa launches social media rewards campaign

Issued by Social Wiiv

Sodastream teamed up with renowned designer and social entrepreneur Yves Behar to revolutionise the product invented in 1903, which makes carbonated drinks from tap water... read more>>
International
Dove launches 'Choose Beautiful' campaign
Dove has released a new film, shot in five countries around the globe, to inspire women to reconsider the choices they make about their beauty and how those choices make them feel...(video) read more>>
Lion of St Mark goes to Bob Greenberg
CANNES, FRANCE: At the 2015 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Bob Greenberg, Founder, Chairman and CEO of R/GA, will be honoured with the Lion of St Mark... read more>>
Australia clamps down on web pirates in 'Dallas Buyers Club' ruling
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: An Australian court has ordered six Internet service providers to release details of customers who shared the Hollywood film "Dallas Buyers Club" online. It could set a precedent for crackdowns on online piracy... read more>>
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Business
5 Tips to creating 'apps' that perform
In 2015, if you are not developing a mobile or digital business 'app' of some description, then you are considered to be behind the times... read more>>
Government news
Government says it's doing all it can to address challenges in education
While challenges persist in the higher education sector, government is doing all it can to address these, Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Mduduzi Manana said on Wednesday... read more>>
SA profs too old, too white, says Blade

Matthew Savides, Farren Collins, Dominic Skelton

South African professors are too old and too white, and the vandalism of colonial-era statues highlighted the need for a frank conversation on race and transformation... read more>>
Coega investors to create more than 7,000 jobs
The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has announced that more than an estimated 7,000 jobs will be created from the latest investor signing... read more>>
More Government news
Motoring news
Ford sharpens its Focus

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

It's very difficult to improve on an already good car but the white coats at Ford sharpened their focus and added new engines and a host of new technologies to its new Focus, at the same time applying some skilful cosmetics to sharpen the looks and overall appeal of the popular range... read more>>
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Travel news
It's in the bag

Brian Berkman

Let's keep this our dirty little secret... read more>>
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New accounts
  • JAG Communications awarded PR account for Hummingbird Media Investments - more info
  • Positive Dialogue Communications boosts portfolio with a trio of client wins - more info

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People on the move
  • Joanna Baikoff has joined Limelight Media Consulting - more info
  • Antonio Petra joins Rocketseed - more info

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Jobs offered
Marketing Coordinator - Johannesburg
Netflorist, SA's largest floral and gifting service is looking for a marketing coordinator. The role will involve creative/design functions. Read more >>


Digital Marketing Manager - Global Sales - Johannesburg
Netflorist, an international online flower and gifting service, is a company that is forever growing and has endless opportunities. Read more >>


Merchandising Specialist/Product Developer - Johannesburg
This is a great opportunity to join the merchandising team at Netflorist, SA largest online flower and gifting service. Read more >>



New events to diarise
5 for Change - 30 May 2015, Cape Town
An annual black tie fundraiser dedicated to raising awareness about five inspiring social enterprises which are changing the way Cape Town gives back. Read more >>


Adobe Document Cloud launch
Dax Data - 15 Apr 2015, Johannesburg | 22 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Instagram Report 2015
Domino Intelligence - 16 Apr 2015, Johannesburg

Student Expo 2015
Younique Concepts - 17 Apr 2015 to 18 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Big Issue
HIPPO Communications - 20 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Event management for PR practitioners
PRISA - 28 Apr 2015 to 29 Apr 2015, Randburg, Johannesburg

Startup Grind Johannesburg hosts Trevor Wolfe
Startup Grind - 29 Apr 2015, Johannesburg

2015 Africa CEO Roundtable and Conference on CSR
ThistlePraxis Consulting Limited - 18 Jun 2015 to 19 Jun 2015, Lagos

5th Annual Customer Experience
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

5th Telecom CEM, CRM and Loyalty Summit
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Upcoming events
Facebook for business
Inyoni Marketing - 10 Apr 2015, Durban

Freebie Fridays in Johannesburg and Cape Town
Shift ONE Digital - 10 Apr 2015 to 24 Apr 2015, Cape Town | 10 Apr 2015 to 24 Apr 2015, Midrand

The Ladies Collective Brunch
The Ladies Collective - 11 Apr 2015, Cape Town

duBoirs Bridal Fair
12 Apr 2015, Durban

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