With the business industry changing regularly, clients are in need of connecting with agencies that are able to adapt to changes and can integrate all available services. Being an integrated marketer means knowing the importance of using strategies such as public relations, social media, and content marketing are the keys to successfully achieving a client’s ultimate goal. The…
It’s October and for most that means you’re finally settling into “back to school” mode. With every crisp fall, companies are entertaining us with their new marketing and social media campaigns. Then of course, there are the classics that we can never forget. We’d like to welcome you to a new kind of series here…
It seems numerous social media outlets and the Internet are the proven “go-to” and reliable news source for most, but which sources are actually here to stay? There’s one online strategy that can benefit many companies and give them something they strive for – an edge. Blogging. There are myths that could cloud someone’s perception…
Can you believe it’s already October? We can’t! Lets take a quick look back on September’s digital marketing blogs….
Lets face it; the day where marketing via print materials were a company’s main focus is long gone. As PR agencies send press releases through email and prefer digital media kits to mailing hefty brochures, does this mean you should take the idea of traditional print marketing and advertising completely out of your strategy? Actually,…
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The consumer electronics industry is always bursting with new and exciting products, and the best place to see these innovations is at CE tradeshows. Below are some of the can’t miss shows coming up: The Luxury Technology Show: October 15, 2014 | Los Angeles, CA Attendees of the Luxury Technology Show are introduced to the…
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Have you hit a creative block? Or maybe just need some inspiration to help get you through your day? TED Talks often help me when I’m facing a challenge, be it at work or in my personal life. TED is a non-profit organization devoted to “ideas worth spreading.” They offer up some amazing knowledge from…
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Prior to joining lotus823, I worked for a large, global PR agency where my colleagues were based in San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, and Washington, D.C. While I had the chance to meet most of my teammates in-person, there were a few I never met face-to-face, including my direct manager. When I joined lotus823, I entered…
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Summer has come to an end but the content never stops. Check out our PR and digital marketing news, tips and advice from August 2014….
It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for. The latest iPhone will soon arrive. Or, we’re awaiting getting the last iPhone free with an upgrade. Apple’s surely hooked us. And, we’re always waiting with baited breath. Tech moves a mile a minute. It’s easy to forget how far we’ve come: 2000 “Apple® today introduced a…
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Celebrating 15+ Years of lotus823: Leadership, Growth, and Building a Woman-Owned Marketing Agency in New Jersey
March 9, 2026
More than fifteen years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded lotus823, guiding its vision and strategy with my husband as a supportive business partner. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving integrated marketing agency in New Jersey, built on strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a leadership philosophy that...
Becoming a Certified Women-Owned Agency
June 26, 2026
1. What does becoming a certified Women Business Enterprise mean to you personally and professionally? Personally, becoming a certified Women Business Enterprise is both validating and empowering. As a woman who built a business from the ground up, it represents years of perseverance and commitment to creating something meaningful. Professionally, it reinforces our credibility...
Micro vs Macro Influencers: Who Drives Better Results
June 4, 2026
For a long time, the influencer marketing methodology has been to select creators based on how large their following is. But as an industry, we have matured, and so has our strategy. As brands continue to increase investments into creator partnerships, the question of micro vs. macro influencers becomes increasingly pertinent. Brands are reevaluating and...
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2026 Is the New 2016: What Brands Should Learn From TikTok’s Nostalgia Loop
May 19, 2026
Breaking news: the internet thrives on nostalgia. So much of the content that dominates the TikTok sphere plays off a love for the past. Tying a comedy sketch, fashion trend, or even business strategy to something popular 15 years ago is something that has proven to be successful in a lot of cases. It’s something...
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