The Evolution of Modern Marketing Automation

From radio, to television, to the Internet and smart phones, savvy marketers have found ways over time to be creative in order to reach potential buyers through all the noise. Many continue to struggle with the ever-expanding network of engagement, but marketing automation technology has provided a way for marketers to spread their word across an continually increasing variety of channels.

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David Wallace

David Wallace, co-founder and CEO of SearchRank, is a recognized expert in the industry of search and social media marketing. Since 1997, David has been involved in developing successful search engine and social media marketing campaigns for large and small businesses. In additions to his duties at SearchRank, David is editor in chief at Infographic Journal, a blog featuring some today’s best infographics and data visualizations.

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Pinterest RePins Its Social Media Prowess with $200 Million in New Funding

Earlier this month, Search Engine Journal reported that Pinterest was seeking a fresh infusion of cash after a phenomenal year of growth.  Yesterday the virtual pin board company confirmed that it had secured $200 million in new funding and has now been valued at $2.5 billion.  ”Our focus is on helping millions of people discover […]

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Michelle Stinson Ross

Social Media Consultant at Firestarter Social Media

Michelle is the co-host of the popular Social Media discussion group #SocialChat, blogger, and Social Media Advocate/Consultant +Michelle Stinson Ross

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Will Social Signals Replace Links?

What if Social Media integration took over in terms of the future of Search Engine Optimization? In the world of SEO as it stands, there’s much talk about the role that social media plays in SEO and how the roles of social signals and traditional link building are starting to overlap. What I’m suggesting is […]

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Gabriel Gervelis

Gabriel Gervelis is the owner of Gervelis Search Marketing. You can find him on Twitter – @seo_pro,

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