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Nurturing Company Culture Outside the Office wins Agency Top Employer for 3rd Consecutive Year

Kelly Robertson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:30:13 +0000

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Vancouver and Toronto – February 3^rd, 2012 – On the heels of being named “The #1 Best Communications and Professional Services Company To Work For in BC” by BC Business Magazine, 6S Marketing is placed on Eluta’s Top 50 Employers in BC list for the third consecutive year.

Now entering its eighth year, BC’s Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. The special designation recognizes the British Columbia employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

Employers are evaluated by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers using the same eight criteria as the national competition: 1.) Physical Workspace; 2.) Work Atmosphere & Social; 3.) Health, Financial & Family Benefits; 4.) Vacation & Time Off; 5.) Employee Communications; 6.) Performance Management 7.) Training & Skills Development and 8.) Community Involvement.

In order to remain as one of the leading employers in the digital marketing industry and in the minds of new graduates, 6S Marketing has put a strong focus on these eight criteria to ensure they are providing the best working conditions, benefits and culture to its employees. “This ultimately keeps our employees happy, productive and helps us grow by being top-of-mind to new graduates entering the workforce” explains Managing Director John Blown. But it’s not all about work and office culture. “We all spend a large amount of time with each other outside the office at non-work events; many go to the gym together, run the sea wall and simply enjoy each other’s company outside of the office. This in turn makes coming to work that much better and makes everyone work that much harder.”

This year 6S Marketing added ski nights to their company events and an organic produce delivery service to provide their staff with healthy snack choices. “Continuously improving our culture and adding benefits such as these are what keeps us ahead of what other companies in our industry offer to their employees” says Blown.

About 6S Marketing – For the last eleven years, 6S Marketing has fearlessly rode the wild ride known as the Internet, taking advantage of every thrilling twist and turn along the way. Our company was founded in 2000, during the infancy of the digital marketing industry and just after the shiny dot-com bubble burst. Since then, we’ve been among the strong who not only have survived – we’ve thrived – and have become the trusted provider of digital marketing strategies to some of Canada’s most recognized brands.

Today, and with more than 500 digital marketing campaigns under our belt, 6S is one of the leading digital marketing agencies in North America, and one of the largest of its kind in Canada with offices in Vancouver and Toronto. For more visit 6Smarketing.com.

For more information:

Kelly Robertson
Marketing Manager
6S Marketing
6Smarketing.com
e. krobertson@6smarketing.com
p. (604) 282-7604

Ski-Nights, Cook-Offs and Unmatched Perks Continue to Win Agency “Best Company To Work For”

Kelly Robertson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:09:11 +0000

Vancouver, BC – November 30th, 2011 – For the second consecutive year, 6S Marketing has been voted as one of the Best Companies To Work For in British Columbia by BC Business Magazine. 6S took home top honours as the #1 Communications Company to Work For and #4 overall for companies under 100 employees.

The Best Companies To Work For in BC Program is a partnership initiative between BC Business Magazine and the MindField Group to determine the best companies based solely on employee opinion. The program is executed through an anonymous survey which employees supply feedback regarding benefits, company culture, management leadership and HR considerations. In order for the participating companies to be considered as a best company, 85% of their BC-based employees must complete the survey.

“The fact that our employees have voted us as one of the best companies to work for in BC for the second consecutive year proves we are true leaders in providing a cutting edge work environment for our employees” states Chris Breikss, President of 6S Marketing. “We realized in the beginning that in order to retain top talent we would need to provide compensation and perks above and beyond what other agencies are providing. Winning this award for a second consecutive year says to us that we are keeping our employees happy and not only meeting their expectations, but exceeding them.”

The agency has been operating out of their Yaletown office since 2000, and has renovated four times within the past six years to keep up with their growing team. The renovations have included a restaurant-style kitchen with space for Nintendo Wii competitions, cook-offs, and Friday evening socials, an event that takes place every second week. In addition to these company events, the agency also has an annual beach day and trip to a Canadian’s game at Nat Bailey Stadium, and this year, has added company ski nights at Cypress Mountain.

In addition to winning the 10th Best Company To Work For in BC last year, the agency has also won BC’s Top 50 Employers in British Columbia by Mediacorp in 2009 and in 2010.

About 6S Marketing – With a reputation for innovative solutions and cutting-edge strategies, 6S Marketing is a leading digital marketing agency. They provide Internet marketing and search engine marketing services to many of North America’s top organizations. Founded in 2000, they have over a decade of experience in digital marketing and are Google Certified Partners for Google Analytics, Google AdWords and Google Website Optimizer. For more information about 6S Marketing, visit http://www.6smarketing.com.

More information:

Kelly Robertson
Marketing Manager
6S Marketing
e: krobertson@6smarketing.com
p: (604) 282-7604

Businesses to Spend 25% of their Marketing Budget on Digital in 2012

Kelly Robertson — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:05:19 +0000

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Businesses to Spend 25% of their Marketing Budget on Digital in 2012

Vancouver, BC – October 11th, 2011 – According to a new online budget calculator, businesses should be allocating 25% of their marketing budget to digital marketing in 2012.

The budget calculator allows businesses to plug-in their annual revenue, target market location, and time frame and see an instant visualization of how much budget they should be allocating to each digital marketing channel including; mobile marketing, social media, email and search engine marketing.

The calculator was developed by the digital marketing agency 6S Marketing and the mathematics behind the calculator are based upon current trends indicating that businesses are allocating 25% of their total marketing budget to digital marketing; a percentage that is expected to grow and be a projected $40 Billion on digital ad spend in North America by 2013.

The digital marketing budget calculator is a free online tool available to businesses ranging in size from $0.5 million to $10 million a year in annual revenue and is available at DigitalMarketingCalculator.com.

Statistics and sources are included in an infographic highlighting current and projected digital marketing budget trends in North America for 2012.

For more information, please contact:

Kelly Robertson, Marketing Manager
6S Marketing
604-282-7604
krobertson@6smarketing.com
www.6smarketing.com

6S Marketing Named One of BC’s Top 50 Employers for Second Consecutive Year

Kelly Robertson — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:11:31 +0000

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Vancouver, BC – February 2nd, 2011 – 6S Marketing is proud to announce that they have been selected as one of British Columbia’s Top 50 Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. For the second consecutive year, 6S is recognized by the annual program that acknowledges organizations that offer the best places to work in British Columbia.

“It is an honour to be recognized as one of BC’s Top 50 Employers,” says John Blown, Co-founder and Managing Director at 6S Marketing. “One of our main goals has always been to provide an environment where employees feel respected and appreciated, so this acknowledgement shows that we have accomplished that.”

The annual BC Top 50 Employers list identifies companies and organizations that are leaders within their respective industries for attracting and retaining employees. Each year, Mediacorp Canada reviews and evaluates several thousand applications and compares organizations to determine which companies offer the most.

Currently celebrating its ten year anniversary, 6S Marketing is one of North America’s largest digital marketing agencies and has become known as one of the best places to work in the industry. In November 2010, 6S was also named the #10 Best Company to Work for in BC by BC Business Magazine in their annual survey.

6S Co-founders, Chris Breikss and John Blown maintain employee dedication and work satisfaction through implementing social and team-oriented initiatives that foster an enjoyable office atmosphere.

In the past year the 6S Marketing team has enjoyed:

A city-wide photo scavenger hunt
Beach volleyball day in the summer and an afternoon of curling in the winter
Two “Iron Chef” cooking competitions
A free week of vacation and flexible work hours to partake in 2010 Vancouver Olympic events

“We have an outstanding team of individuals that are dedicated to our business every day, and this recognition reaffirms their commitment and drives us to continue our dedication to them and create the best possible workplace,” comments Chris Breikss, Co-founder and President at 6S Marketing.

About 6S Marketing – 6S Marketing Inc. is recognized as one of North America’s top digital marketing companies. They provide digital marketing services aimed at increasing profits through targeted and effective online strategies. 6S takes a cutting edge approach to digital marketing and since 2000, has been increasing revenues for hundreds of clients, including some of North America’s most respected brands.

6S is a Google Analytics Authorized Consultant, Authorized AdWords Company, and a Google Website Optimizer Authorized Consultant. They operate out of the stylish Yaletown district in downtown Vancouver, Canada. For more information about 6S Marketing, visit www.6smarketing.com.

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6S Marketing Launches the Strategy Academy

Kelly Robertson — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:30:19 +0000

6S Marketing Launches Training Program to make Internet Marketing Attainable for all Businesses

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Vancouver, BC – September 15, 2010 – 6S Marketing announces the launch of a groundbreaking program, the 6S Strategy Academy, to provide Internet marketing courses for businesses. The program is ideal for marketing professionals, business owners and employers looking to incorporate online marketing strategies into their business for the first time, or improve upon existing online marketing initiatives by training and empowering staff.

6S Strategy Academy is an extension of the vast expertise and resources at 6S (@6S_Marketing) to businesses that would benefit from implementing Internet marketing concepts and strategies in-house. Their commitment to education, demonstrates 6S’s interest in seeing the value of Internet marketing recognized beyond signing and serving clients.

“Our mission at 6S has always been to provide outstanding Internet marketing services while continually focusing on return on investment for clients,” states Chris Breikss, Co-Founder and President at 6S Marketing “We think we have unlocked the key to such return on investment in effectively teaching what we preach through the 6S Marketing Strategy Academy.”

The 6S Strategy Academy offers a series of courses guiding companies through beginner and intermediate concepts and tactics, with an overall aim to assist in the composition of a comprehensive online marketing strategy for the business.
Current courses offered through the 6S Strategy Academy:

001 Online Marketing Strategy Training – This course provides guidance on how to create an online marketing strategy and online marketing plan using industry best practices. Website marketing, permission email marketing and social media marketing are covered.

002 Search Engine Marketing Training – A strategic review of a company’s web site’s search engine placements to identify changes needed to improve ranking on Google, Bing, and Yahoo.

003 Social Media Marketing Training – A course on how to best use current social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Flickr to market a business.

The 6S Strategy Academy is designed for companies looking to bring SEO and Internet marketing tasks in-house or provide employees with better skills in managing and measuring internet marketing efforts.

Photos and interview opportunities available.

For more information please contact:
Nicole Hall
Pereira PR
P: 778.231.4284
E: nicole@pereirapr.ca

6S Untangling the Web at SXSW 2010

Kelly Robertson — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:50 +0000

SXSW is undoubtedly one of the largest and most internationally known tech conferences in North America. The annual conference attracts tech industry heavyweights such as Google, Foursquare, Twitter, and Blackberry. This year Vancouver’s 6S Marketing (@6S_Marketing) has a hunch that the annual conference has much more in store than the usual festivities. The company represents the largest contingency of Vancouverites flocking to the legendary conference in anticipation of buzz around location-based apps and functions, as well as the chance to share on the importance of strategy in ‘untangling the web’.

From a booth space on the SXSW floor, 6S Marketing Company Founders Chris Breikss and John Blown will be joined by Cydney Shapiro, Jenn Lowther and Lyn Wilson to uncover tactics for “untangling the web”. Focusing on strategy is the best and first place to start when looking at a company’s web strategy and determining which of the many directions online, will fit their goals best. Broken into four categories for action, 6S points to four levels of strategy critical to delivering online success:

Situation Analysis – Understanding your online business and marketing objectives.
Define Target Market – Who are your audience segments and where do they live online and off?
Define Messaging Channel Strategies – Develop a consistent message and branding strategy for distribution across various online mediums.
Content Strategy – Develop a concise content strategy that communicates brand messaging clearly and effectively.

At a conference renown for launching the “next big thing”, 6S Marketing Founder and President, Chris Breikss, believes that 2010 will not disappoint. Breikss, along with Techcrunch and CNET, believes that geo-location based apps and features will dominate as the hot-topic at SXSW and that Twitter may be making specific announcements around this. Twitter made an unforgettable introduction at SXSW four years ago, which many point to as the services’ tipping point.

“It would only be fitting that Twitter announces new geo-location features at the same conference where they were first launched,” comments Breikss. “We look forward to learning about it as it will relate to the internet marketing industry.”

6S “Makes Good” for Good Business

Kelly Robertson — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:00:43 +0000

6S Marketing ‘makes good’ – named a member of the world’s leading community for “good business”

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Vancouver, BC – December 29, 2009 – 6S Marketing is proud to announce their membership with MakeGood, the world’s leading community for good business – a growing network of companies committed to social responsibility and supporting charitable organizations.

As a member of MakeGood, 6S now displays the “MakeGood Badge” on their website as a symbol of their commitment to being a socially responsible company. The badge serves as a link to 6S’s dynamic and interactive profile that highlights the positive community contributions that are made throughout the year.

“Community involvement has always been an integral part of 6S’s company values, and through MakeGood, we can reach out to and help a diverse range of charities that are important to our staff,” says Chris Breikss, 6S Marketing Co-Founder and President.

Based on a keen understanding of the importance of giving back to the community, 6S recognizes that employees become engaged and committed when they work for a company that is aligned with their values. The company has a long history of community involvement and support. Management and employees are actively involved in various community groups and fundraisers including the North Shore Search & Rescue, Weekend to End Breast Cancer, Movember, Camp Goodtimes, imagine1day and Y.E.S! Vancouver.

Membership with MakeGood will help coordinate such involvement according to a structure and each month, 6S Marketing contributes to a cause that is determined by an open online community vote. To date, 6S has donated to the United Way of the Lower Mainland, Upwardly Global and STEPS CHARITY through MakeGood.

MakeGood provides a unique online marketing system that helps companies communicate social responsibility and core business through the MakeGood Badge, Profile and Platform.

About 6S Marketing – 6S Marketing Inc. is recognized as one of North America’s top internet marketing companies. They provide search engine and social media marketing services aimed at increasing profits through a targeted and effective online presence. 6S takes a cutting edge approach to internet marketing and since 2000, has been increasing revenues for hundreds of clients, including some of North America’s most respected brands.

6S is a Google Analytics Authorized Consultant, Authorized AdWords Company and a Google Website Optimizer Authorized Consultant and was recently named one of the Top 50 companies to work for in British Columbia, Canada. They operate out of the stylish Yaletown district in downtown Vancouver, Canada. For more information about 6S Marketing, visit www.6smarketing.com.

About MakeGood – MakeGood is a growing network of socially responsible companies who are committed to doing good. MakeGood provides a unique online marketing system that helps companies communicate their social responsibility and their core business through the MakeGood Badge, Profile &Platform.

For more information please contact:
Nicole Hall
Sara Pereira: Marketing & Communications
p: 604.568.9454 l m: 778.231.4284
e: nicole@sara-pereira.com

6S Marketing is Top Target for BC Job Seekers

Kelly Robertson — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:00:50 +0000

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Vancouver, BC – October 27, 2009 – 6S Marketing has officially been named one of the Top Employers in B.C., and for good reason. The company is attracting top talent and fostering employee satisfaction in a most refreshing way.

6S Marketing (@6S_Marketing) has worked to set international precedence in social media and is attracting top talent from Vancouver‘s largest agencies. In September 2009, 6S appointed Sam Macmillan (@SamMacmillan), previously of Radar DDB, as Account Manager and the newest member of a ballooning social media marketing team.

6S Marketing provides pro bono services to the United Way of the Lower Mainland (@UWLM) and in the process has engaged and motivated its staff. The work done by 6S integrates the use of social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Flickr to engage and inform online readers. 6S has effectively captured a direct and positive correlation between pro bono or community-based work and employee satisfaction.

Given 6S’s growth and employee incentives it is no surprise they were recently named one of B.C’s Top 50 Employers by Mediacorp. 6S maintains employee dedication and work satisfaction by encouraging a social and team-oriented office atmosphere. Over the past year, highlights from the 6S office include, a trip to the Googleplex in California for training from Google, hosting “Ideas on Tap” – Vancouver’s most popular tech networking event, beach volleyball day in the summer and participation in charity programs with United Way, imagine1day, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and The Prostate Cancer Centre

“We have amazing employees that work hard every day, and we want them to feel appreciated,” says Chris Breikss, Co-Founder and President at 6S Marketing. “Recognition as one of the best places to work in BC really shows that our team feels respected and is committed to growing with us professionally.”

Media contact:
Sara-Ann Pereira
Sara Pereira: Marketing & Communications
P: 778.772.3208
E: mail@sara-pereira.com

6S Supports United Way and in the Process Boosts Staff Morale

Kelly Robertson — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:00:40 +0000

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VANCOUVER, BC, October 26, 2009 – As an official partner of the campaign to enhance United Way of the Lower Mainland’s online presence, 6S Marketing has provided pro bono online marketing services and in the process engaged and motivated its staff. Through important community support, 6S has effectively captured a direct and positive correlation between pro bono or community-based work and employee satisfaction.

“The online marketing services that we have provided on behalf of United Way are the perfect opportunity for us to support an organization that aims to improve communities and change lives,” says Chris Breikss, 6S Marketing Co-Founder and President. “It has also given the team at 6S a chance to be involved with a great cause and stay active within the community.”

Working alongside Domain 7 and Veratta, 6S is providing online marketing services to the United Way of the Lower Mainland, as a part of an overall online initiative aimed at raising awareness for the organizations’ cause. The project is centered on redesigning the website over the course of ten months. The work done by 6S Marketing also integrates the use of social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Flickr to engage and inform online readers.

The United Way project has enabled 6S employees to use their expertise towards a meaningful cause, and as a result, it has fostered both employee satisfaction and dedication. Based on a keen understanding of the importance of giving back to the community, 6S recognizes that employees become engaged and committed when they work for a company that is aligned with their values, and when they are able to find purpose in their work.

Additionally, the company acknowledges that pro bono work is an ideal way to ensure continued commitment in staff during tough economic times. During a time when pay raises and bonuses may not be plentiful, meaningful work serves to provide an alternative to solely monetary satisfaction.

As a company, 6S takes on multiple pro bono projects each year and participates and sponsors community events and initiatives. The company also encourages employees to suggest initiatives that the entire 6S team can contribute to.

“Being able to channel my knowledge and skills towards the United Way project has been extremely rewarding,” says Rachel Wills, an employee at 6S Marketing. “It is great to be part of a company that realizes the importance of being involved with organizations that support our communities.”

“Our organization relies on the generous support of companies like 6S. The talent and expertise at 6S allows us to use online tools to the best advantage. The pro bono commitment by 6S helps us to operate as efficiently as possible, so that more dollars raised by United Way can go directly to strengthening lives throughout Metro Vancouver,” said Michael Becker, assistant director of communications at United Way of the Lower Mainland.

6S Marketing was recently named one of British Columbia’s Top 50 employers. The United Way project began in August 2009, and the website is currently in the process of being redesigned, http://www.uwlm.ca

About 6S Marketing 6S Marketing Inc. is recognized as a top Internet Marketing company that provides search engine marketing services aimed at increasing profits through targeted and effective online presence using the latest technologies. 6S is a Google Analytics Authorized Consultant, Authorized AdWords Company, Google Website Optimizer Authorized Consultant and a Yahoo Ambassador. For more information about 6S Marketing, visit www.6smarketing.com.

About United Way of the Lower Mainland United Way supports vulnerable people and works to prevent social problems. It’s priority for United Way to provide hope and opportunity for children and seniors. United Way leads change in the Lower Mainland region by understanding social issues through research and dialogue; bringing together partners and coordinating action; influencing public attitudes, systems and policy; measuring community change and evaluating investments.

For more information please contact:

Nicole Hall
Sara Pereira: Marketing & Communications
P: 778.231.4284
E: nicole@sara-pereira.com

6S Marketing Hires Top Talent To Address Social Media Marketing Boom

Kelly Robertson — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:50 +0000

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Vancouver, BC – October 22, 2009 – Since expansion of services into social media marketing in early 2009, 6S Marketing has worked to set international precedence in social media and is attracting top talent from Vancouver‘s largest agencies. In September 2009 6S appointed Sam Macmillan, previously of Radar DDB, as Account Manager and the newest member of a ballooning social media marketing team.

“Ensuring that our team consists of well-seasoned and talented industry experts is critical to meeting a heightened demand for our social media marketing services. Sam Macmillan brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and creative drive to the table, and we are thrilled to welcome him to 6S,” says Chris Breikss, Co-Founder and Director of 6S Marketing.

Prior to joining 6S Marketing, Sam Macmillan served as Account Executive at Radar DDB, Vancouver where he worked with high-profile clients, including The Canadian Tourism Commission, Sun-Rype, Pacific Blue Cross, TransLink and Subaru. Through work on traditional print, television, and radio ads as well as contemporary social media campaigns, Sam possesses an extensive array of marketing and social media marketing experience.

As Account Manager at 6S Marketing, Macmillan will be responsible for creation, execution and management of client campaigns spanning across all social media platforms. Under the leadership of Director of Social Media, Jenn Lowther, Sam joins a team dedicated to enhancing the presence and engagement of brands online.

“6S Marketing has become synonymous with cutting edge online marketing in North America and it is exciting to be joining a company with such a burgeoning and reputable profile,” says Sam Macmillan. “I look forward to applying both my experience in the field as well as my unique approach to social media marketing in my new role.”

6S’s social media marketing services allow clients to effectively connect with audiences that are increasing choosing to live and work online. The rising popularity of online networks such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, and blogs have boosted the demand for social media marketing strategies and 6S has carved out a leading role in the space. In September 2009, 6S Co-Founder and President, Chris Breikss, set North American precedent, by working to bring social media phenomenon, Foursquare to Vancouver.

In addition to leading the way in social media marketing, 6S has also emerged as a growing and progressive employer. The company was recently named one of B.C’s Top 50 Employers by Mediacorp. The company continues to expand with three additional job postings active presently.

About 6S Marketing 6S Marketing Inc. is recognized as one of North America’s top internet marketing companies. They provide search engine marketing and social media marketing services aimed at increasing profits through targeted and effective online presence. 6S takes a cutting edge approach to internet marketing and since 2000, has been increasing revenues for hundreds of clients, including some of North America’s most respected brands.

6S is a Google Analytics Authorized Consultant, Authorized AdWords Company, Google Website Optimizer Authorized Consultant and a Yahoo Ambassador. They operate out of the stylish Yaletown district in downtown Vancouver, Canada. For more information about 6S Marketing, visit www.6smarketing.com.

Photos and biography of Sam Macmillan available

To view job postings for 6S Marketing, visit:

Sales Representative: http://www.6smarketing.com/sales-representative/

Junior Marketing Strategist: http://www.6smarketing.com/internet_marketing_strategist/

Social Media Marketing Strategist: http://www.6smarketing.com/social-media-marketing-strategist/

For more information please contact:
Nicole Hall
Sara Pereira: Marketing & Communications
P: 778.231.4284
E: nicole@sara-pereira.com