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  • Current Members | HVDMA

    Current Memberships Corporate Members Adstra Blue Horse Data Data Axle Focus USA Lett Direct Response Solutions Alliant Complete Mailing Lists Dataline Data Integrated Marketing Solutions LiftEngine Rickard Squared Anchor Computer Crosslists Estee Marketing Group Key Marketing Advantage Path2Response Wiland Individual Members Ava Yurchison iHeartMedia Brad Greenberg Cenveo Deborah Demore GrayHair Software Hannah Schaller ZwillGen, PLLC Jon Bowman Salem One, Inc. Lori Badman LB Marketing Services Richard Vergara HVDMA Barbara Osborne Barbara Osborne Consulting Bruce Reznik HVDMA Don Monell Aristotle Jay Schwedelson Subjectline.com Ken Dreifach ZwillGen, PLLC Mark Hammar Hammar Consulting Risa Hoag GMG Public Relations, Inc. Becky Santaniello Mailinglists.com Corinna Kelly Authentic Brands Group Doug Sauerhaft GreatMailingLists.com Jeff Kobil Jeff Kobil Consulting Linda Santaite DSA Direct, LLC Michael Bryant Mike Bryant Marketing Student Members Alexis Voss Metropolitan Community College Christiana Ferencz Fairfield University Jacalyn Pugliese Fairfield University Dilek Irmak SUNY New Paltz Jeremy Cosenza SUNY New Paltz Danielle Palawasta Fairfield University B2B Visibility Have a chance to sponsor an event! Email blasts to 800+ emails. Marketed on Social Media platforms. Shout out at our event including signage on tables. Career Dashboard Have access to our exclusive career dashboard. Post resumes or job postings for marketing professionals. Pricing Discounted Event Pricing Receive reduced event pricing as a member

  • On-Demand Webinars | HVDMA

    On - Demand Webinars March 25, 2025 at 5:00:00 PM Join us for an engaging one-hour workshop titled Storytelling for Success: Leveraging PR for Maximum Marketing Impact led by 35-year Public Relations veteran, Risa Hoag, President of GMG Public Relations. This session is designed to provide marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and small business owners with a comprehensive overview of the contemporary public relations landscape and practical strategies to amplify their brand presence through compelling story telling. What You Will Learn: Understanding the PR Landscape: Gain insights into the evolution of the public relations landscape and understand how PR can be a powerful tool in your marketing arsenal. Crafting Your PR Strategy: Learn how to develop a robust PR strategy that aligns with your business objectives, engages your target audience, and builds enduring relationships with stakeholders. Pitching the Media: Discover the art of crafting compelling pitches, the importance of timing, and tips on how to catch the attention of journalists and influencers to get your story heard. Digital PR Techniques: Explore how digital platforms can be utilized to enhance your PR efforts, including social media strategies, content marketing, and leveraging online communities. Success Stories: Draw inspiration from real-world examples where effective PR strategies have led to remarkable success stories. Whether you're looking to jumpstart your business's public relations efforts or refine your existing approach, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to effectively use PR to market your business, create impactful media relations, and navigate the complexities of today’s media landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your PR approach and propel your business to new heights. Register now to secure your spot in this transformative workshop! Watch Now May 7, 2024 at 5:00:00 PM Think you’re up-to-date on the latest email marketing trends… think again! In this session, Jay Schwedelson, Founder of SubjectLine.com & President/CEO of Outcome Media, will guide you through the latest and greatest email marketing tips, trends and tactics. Discover email best practices to cut through the noise and ensure your emails are making an impact in the inbox. From how to increase open rates to getting more responses, you’ll learn ways to improve your overall email marketing ROI. Take a deep dive into what’s working to drive strong direct marketing results via email right now. You will learn: Simple and quick tweaks to double open rates for your email campaigns The power of subject lines and the tactics that increase open rates Ideal times/frequencies to send email And more! Watch Now March 5, 2024 at 6:00:00 PM In the ever-evolving landscape of privacy laws, 2024 brings yet another wave of changes impacting the responsibilities and practices of data companies. Our upcoming webinar will navigate these shifts, building upon the updates from 2022 and 2023. We'll dissect the latest legal risks and responsibilities, deliver a clear understanding of current regulatory trends in data and explore how these affect operations in data-driven marketing. Offering practical advice and vital insights, this webinar aims to make sense of the complex data privacy landscape and gear you up with a comprehensive update on the 2024 privacy laws. Whether you're deeply involved in data practices or simply curious about these changes, our session will guide you towards better understanding and compliance. Watch Now October 10, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM Join us for an exclusive webinar covering everything Postal! We will bring you the newest information on USPS topics impacting the marketing world and share some ways to make that postage $$ stretch. Updates and open discussion with Q & A on below: NEW 30% Mail Growth Incentive for Marketing Mail in 2024 2024 USPS Promotions, discount amounts, and how to participate. USPS Delivery Network Transformation, changes to the new network, and how it may impact mail sortation and destination entry. 2024 Postage Projections, percentages, and timelines to aid in budgeting. Watch Now April 25, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM 2022 and 2023 have seen major changes in privacy law, substantially increasing the responsibilities – and visibility – of data companies’ data collection practices and use cases. Not only do consumers have expanded rights in several states, but regulators and class action plaintiffs have increasingly set their sights on scrutinizing data sales and imposing new standards of transparency based on recent (and some older) statutes. Ken Dreifach and Hannah Schaller, of the boutique privacy and data law firm ZwillGen, will walk us through these new laws, and provide an update on the legal risks and responsibilities they impose, along with other litigation and regulatory trends in the data space. Ken is a former privacy regulator and General Counsel of LiveRamp, and he and Hannah counsel numerous data companies regarding regulatory compliance. Watch Now October 27, 2022 at 5:00:00 PM With the increasing availability of data and analysis tools, SUNY New Paltz School of Business, like many other business schools, is helping students learn data analytics to inform business decision making. Dr Shen is in area of Marketing and teaches Digital Marketing Analytics, which helps students appreciate how website data are collected and analyzed to inform marketing decisions. In this webinar, Dr Shen will demonstrate how he teaches market segmentation analysis of website data using Google Analytics. He will also introduce how he has worked, through a mentorship program, with HVDMA membership businesses, and discuss what else can be done to further our collaborative relationships. Watch Now June 16, 2022 at 6:00:00 PM Risa previously presented two sessions on LinkedIn for us back in 2020. Those sessions were on how to post, maximize your business page, and grow your business. In this session, she will dig deeper and provide tips for identifying potential clients and referral sources by tapping into the power of the enormous database within LinkedIn. Most people have a LinkedIn account, but most are not using the true power of LinkedIn. Tips will include how to find contacts through the various networks you are likely already connected to; refining your search to identify people to connect with in a very targeted way; understanding the power of LinkedIn groups, and how to post to get the most engagement. Watch Now October 28, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM If you have ever used location data, want to know what location data is, or would like to understand more about practical uses for location-based data this session is for you. Demystifying Location Data will be a live moderated q & a style session that explains what location data is and how to utilize it – no questions will be left on the table. Please join us for about an hour to enhance your knowledge of what location data is and what it means to you as a marketer. Watch Now June 24, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM Email performance has never been better. Why? The number of email users worldwide and the time we spend in our inboxes keeps increasing. While this is great news for marketers looking to capture audiences via email campaigns, we have to also acknowledge behavioral changes over the last year that directly affect the way audiences notice and process our marketing messages. Forget what you think you know about email marketing and discover how you can best capture increased attention on inboxes with real, actionable insights from the last 60 days. This session will guide you through the latest best practices to help cut through the noise and ensure your emails are making an impact. Key Takeaways Include: Increasing open rates with stronger subject lines The best days and ideal frequencies for sending emails How to incorporate personalization, emojis, and interactive design to capture specific demographic audiences and drive performance Watch Now April 15, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM What is Connected TV and how does it fit into the media ecosystem? During this seminar, we will dive into how this media channel is disrupting the way people are consuming video and ultimately, how advertisers should adjust their strategies to capitalize on this shift in consumption. Watch Now September 17, 2024 at 5:00:00 PM “Harmonizing Voices” is a must-attend webinar for marketers and marketing departments keen on leveraging podcasts and audio channels for impactful multicultural advertising. In this session, we'll explore innovative strategies to create ads that resonate with diverse audiences and amplify brand messages across cultural boundaries. Learn about cultural adaptability, inclusive messaging, and effective language use in audio marketing. This webinar will equip you with the insights and tools to successfully engage and connect with multicultural listeners, enhancing your brand's reach and relevance in the global market. Watch Now April 23, 2024 at 5:00:00 PM Back by popular demand, our next webinar dives into the latest USPS promotions for 2024, and reveals the ones planned for 2025. Join our expert Deborah Damore as we explore effective strategies and insights for leveraging these promotions to boost your marketing success in 2025. This session builds upon last year's foundational webinar, offering fresh perspectives and actionable tactics. Perfect for marketers and business owners looking to stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss out! Watch Now February 27, 2024 at 6:00:00 PM LinkedIn is the most powerful free business tool ever created. But do you know how to maximize it? Is your profile robust and complete? Do you know the best ways to use it to connect with colleagues and leads? Risa Hoag, President of GMG Public Relations, will return to shed light on this powerful tool and ensure you have the latest tips to leverage LinkedIn and use it to your advantage. Watch Now September 19, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM TV advertisers are familiar with the power and versatility of the placement's format. Digital advertisers are familiar with the power and accountability of those formats' capabilities. Both find themselves needing to change how they plan and buy integrated campaigns amidst shifting consumer behavior and shifting brand needs. Learn how integrated CTV-Digital campaigns offer an ideal solution. Watch Now March 28, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM 2023 is shaping to be a year focused on maximizing profitability over growth as companies are putting a greater emphasis on strengthening the foundation of their organization. This webinar will focus on how brands are accomplishing this over four key areas: Improving customer retention; Increasing Average Order Value (AOV); Increasing customer Lifetime Value (LTV); And attracting new customers faster at a lower Cost per Acquisition (CPA). Watch Now August 18, 2022 at 5:00:00 PM For 15 years, the ACMA has been the e-commerce/catalog/direct industry's "little engine that does." Historically under-financed and under-supported, the ACMA has nevertheless accomplished numerous "wins" for this crucial industry. ACMA's President & Executive Director Hamilton Davison will detail what this vital organization has been working on of late, what its goals are for the membership, and why it's so important that you and/or your clients support it. Among others matters. Watch Now March 3, 2022 at 6:00:00 PM Paper shortages, labor strikes, print capacity, price increases, and global supply chain disruptions have affected direct marketers big and small. Come to learn how we arrived in this situation, what we can expect moving forward, and the ways direct marketers are creatively solving these business challenges. Watch Now July 29, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM As you have read in the news, it's been never a dull moment for the Postal Service over the past year. During the lockdown, mail volumes plunged, package deliveries skyrocketed, and election ballots...well, who knows? With a new postmaster general in place, Trump backer Louis DeJoy proceeded to carve out an unpopular 10-year plan for the Postal Service with no input from the mailing community. Then given the opportunity by its regulator, the USPS announced a significant postal rate increase to take effect just prior to this fall's peak mailing season. The ACMA's Hamilton Davison and The Vogel Group's Alex Vogel will provide the many "behind the scenes" backgrounds that have led us to where we are now, what the options and alternatives are, and insights into what kind of future we may have in the mail. Watch Now June 10, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM As privacy is increasingly a top concern for businesses and consumers alike, Identity Resolution becomes more important to understand. With that in mind, the HVDMA is pleased to bring you our next interactive webinar topic on Identity Resolution. Join us for a free power hour lunch as our master experts Vincent Pietrafesa and Ajay Gupta from Stirista break down: what identity resolution is, why it’s important and what it means in the next evolution of Marketing. No question will be left unanswered — come with your questions for a truly educational experience. Watch Now March 25, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM Long-time data industry counsel Ken Dreifach and Tony Ficarrotta of ZwillGen will address how new state privacy legislation, particularly in California and Virginia, is likely to impact the data industry by imposing new, and sometimes restrictive, requirements on data collection, use and marketing. Watch Now July 16, 2024 at 5:00:00 PM Unlock the secrets to a successful Q4 with our dynamic virtual panel discussion. Focusing on vital marketing pillars—Multi-Channel Integration, Offline Tactics, and Metrics Mastery—this webinar is designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge to navigate through an eventful quarter. Learn how to adapt and thrive during the festive season and a bustling election period by employing effective, cutting-edge marketing techniques. Join us to ensure your marketing strategy is both robust and resilient. Watch Now April 9, 2024 at 5:00:00 PM Join us for a compelling webinar designed for marketers in the evolving paper industry. This session will explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the paper sector as of 2024. Understand how these developments influence marketing strategies across both print and digital platforms. We'll discuss adaptive tactics to ensure effective communication and branding in a dynamic marketplace. This webinar is a must for marketers striving to stay informed and successful at the intersection of paper and digital mediums. Whether tackling paper shortages or considering sustainable practices, this session will provide key insights to enhance your marketing efforts in today's environment. Watch Now January 23, 2024 at 6:00:00 PM We will discuss how traditional advertising audience targeting strategies, like leveraging offline deterministic data about households is the key to unlocking and staying consistent when running across digital channels. As cookie depreciation continues, 3rd party offline data sources continue to remain valuable, but a brand's 1st party data becomes even more invaluable. Finding a reputable onboarder to bring that data into the digital world (beyond just email marketing) is key. Watch Now July 25, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM Do you ever wonder - How can I increase open rates? What is the best day/time to send email? Well, now’s the time to find out! Join Jay Schwedelson, Founder of SubjectLine.com and President & CEO of Outcome Media as he guides you through the latest best practices for email marketing. Discover small changes that can make a big impact and take your campaign to the next level. This fast-paced session will cover email marketing tips & tricks for Business and Consumer marketers. From subject line tweaks to securing more clicks and conversions, you’ll gain insight into quick wins to implement into your campaigns today! Key Takeaways: Subject line tips to increase open rates Ideal sending days/frequencies Major pitfalls to avoid Quick wins; CTA buttons, landing page content and more! Watch Now March 21, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM This webinar is an exploration of the power of audio and its history from 1900s broadcast to modern podcasting. We'll cover how audio has been used to tell stories and create effective marketing strategies for businesses over time. This presentation will feature examples of personifying an organization through sound, as well as discuss the relevance of both broadcast and podcasting in today's media landscape. Join us to learn more about the use of audio for storytelling, branding, and marketing - from then to now. Watch Now June 30, 2022 at 5:00:00 PM Financial institutions, large and small, were a lifeline for both retail and commercial customers during the pandemic. As COVID cases surged, bankers had to find new ways to provide branch services, help customers adjust to being served electronically, improve access to online/mobile banking, and implement SBA-backed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Customer service was managed by employees working from home and marketing messages were quickly retooled to reflect the complexity of the public health and economic crisis. What was learned by banks has relevance for any industry that hopes to succeed in a post-pandemic digital age. Did using chatbots help? Why are FinTechs growing in types and usage by banks? What shifts in consumer behavior will remain as the pandemic recedes? How do marketers apply lessons learned from banks? Watch Now January 27, 2022 at 6:00:00 PM Think you know the latest ins and outs of email marketing? Think again! It’s time to get clued in on the behavioral changes of today that are affecting how email users notice, process, and respond to your marketing messages. This fast-paced session from email expert, Jay Schwedelson, will use real data from email campaigns executed over the last 30 days, providing specific tips and tricks you can implement into your email marketing campaigns to drive major performance today! Key takeaways will include: Gain insight into what current environmental factors are causing open rates to fluctuate Learn some of the current best days and times to send an email for maximum impact Come away with key learnings around what subject lines are driving open rates and making offers stand out Understand how Apple’s latest privacy policy is affecting email open rates and engagement Watch Now July 22, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM What is your Plan B as life gets back to a yet to be determined “new normal”? How are you going to move you and your business forward? Terry will help you look at what you have learned over the past year and utilize those insights to succeed. Watch Now May 20, 2021 at 5:00:00 PM We are pleased to bring you our next webinar “Is AI/ML real?” .. Featuring a panel of expert data analysts and a data monetization expert moderator for a lively practical conversation on all things AI/ML - what it means to you and the world. Topics that will be discussed: What are neural networks, what are training sets, when to use regression or not use regression, ensemble models, clone, and more. Watch Now March 11, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM K.A.R.E = Keep. Attain. Recapture. Expand | For part two of this masterclass, Rob Fishman will discuss the four essential business building blocks of revenue in your company. Using the KARE model, Rob will discuss client retention strategies (KEEP), how to prospect more effectively (ATTAIN), how to win back inactive or former clients and customers (RECAPTURE) and a way to grow accounts organically that have potential to do more (EXPAND). Watch Now

  • HVDMA | Hudson Valley Direct Marketing Association

    The HVDMA is an association for webinars, podcasts, in-person networking, luncheons, and awards/scholarship opportunities. Where Marketing Professionals Connect Since 1988 The Hudson Valley Direct Marketing Association (HVDMA) has been connecting marketing professionals from Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Upcoming Events Broadcast Radio in 2025: The Timeless Power of Connection Tue, Apr 22 Webinar RSVP From Clicks to Connections: Online Strategies for In-Person Events Tue, May 06 Webinar RSVP Navigating the Paper Market: The Impact of Imports, Tariffs, and Capacity Changes Tue, May 20 Webinar RSVP Upcoming Changes to the "Big P's" of Postal: Postage, Promotions, & Processing Tue, Jun 10 Webinar RSVP 2025 Privacy Law: Crucial Updates for Data Tue, Jul 15 Webinar RSVP 2025 Fall Networking Event Wed, Sep 24 Dobbs Ferry RSVP 2025 Holiday Party Thu, Dec 04 Greenwich RSVP What's new... Belkys Reyes Joins Hudson Valley Direct Marketing Association’s Fundraising Committee Kathy Stivaletti Appointed to Hudson Valley Direct Marketing Association’s Board of Directors HVDMA Welcomes New Student Ambassador, Mia Hanrahan from Fordham University Newsletter By clicking submit below, you consent to allow HVDMA to store and process the personal information submitted above to provide you the content requested. Submit Thank you for submitting!

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    On-Demand Webinars The HVDMA would like to thank all speakers and sponsors for putting together a great database of knowledge! If it were not for them this would not be possible! Storytelling for Success: Leveraging PR for Maximum Marketing Impact Join us for an engaging one-hour workshop titled Storytelling for Success: Leveraging PR for Maximum Marketing Impact led by 35-year Public Relations veteran, Risa Hoag, President of GMG Public Relations. This session is designed to provide marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and small business owners with a c... View Webinar Harmonizing Voices: Multicultural Marketing in Podcasts & Audio “Harmonizing Voices” is a must-attend webinar for marketers and marketing departments keen on leveraging podcasts and audio channels for impactful multicultural advertising. In this session, we'll explore innovative strategies to create ads that resonate with diverse audiences and amplify brand messages across cultural boundaries.... View Webinar Navigating Q4's Marketing Maze Unlock the secrets to a successful Q4 with our dynamic virtual panel discussion. Focusing on vital marketing pillars—Multi-Channel Integration, Offline Tactics, and Metrics Mastery—this webinar is designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge to navigate through an eventful quarter. Learn how to adapt and thrive during the ... View Webinar NEW! Email Marketing Tips & Trends That Work Think you’re up-to-date on the latest email marketing trends… think again! In this session, Jay Schwedelson, Founder of SubjectLine.com & President/CEO of Outcome Media, will guide you through the latest and greatest email marketing tips, trends and tactics. Discover email best practices to cut through the noise and ensure you... View Webinar 2024 Postal Insights: Roadmap to 2025 Marketing Success Using the New USPS Promotions Back by popular demand, our next webinar dives into the latest USPS promotions for 2024, and reveals the ones planned for 2025. Join our expert Deborah Damore as we explore effective strategies and insights for leveraging these promotions to boost your marketing success in 2025. This session builds upon last year's foundational we... View Webinar The Paper Trail: How Current Paper Industry Trends Affect Marketers Join us for a compelling webinar designed for marketers in the evolving paper industry. This session will explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the paper sector as of 2024. Understand how these developments influence marketing strategies across both print and digital platforms. We'll discuss adaptive tactics to... View Webinar Shaping the Future: A Marketer's Guide to Navigating New Privacy Laws In the ever-evolving landscape of privacy laws, 2024 brings yet another wave of changes impacting the responsibilities and practices of data companies. Our upcoming webinar will navigate these shifts, building upon the updates from 2022 and 2023. We'll dissect the latest legal risks and responsibilities, deliver a clear understand... View Webinar LinkedIn: The Most Powerful Free Business Tool Ever Created LinkedIn is the most powerful free business tool ever created. But do you know how to maximize it? Is your profile robust and complete? Do you know the best ways to use it to connect with colleagues and leads? Risa Hoag, President of GMG Public Relations, will return to shed light o... View Webinar Direct Mail Online: Precision in Direct Mail Should Influence Your Digital Advertising We will discuss how traditional advertising audience targeting strategies, like leveraging offline deterministic data about households is the key to unlocking and staying consistent when running across digital channels. As cookie depreciation continues, 3rd party offline data sources continue to remain valuable, but a brand's 1st ... View Webinar Postal Power Join us for an exclusive webinar covering everything Postal! We will bring you the newest information on USPS topics impacting the marketing world and share some ways to make that postage $$ stretch. Updates and open discussion with Q & A on below: NEW... View Webinar CTV Advertising: Unleashing Growth with TV-Digital Integration TV advertisers are familiar with the power and versatility of the placement's format. Digital advertisers are familiar with the power and accountability of those formats' capabilities. Both find themselves needing to change how they plan and buy integrated campaigns amidst shifting consumer behavior and shifting brand needs. Learn... View Webinar Quick Win Email Tips – What is working NOW! Do you ever wonder - How can I increase open rates? What is the best day/time to send email? Well, now’s the time to find out! Join Jay Schwedelson, Founder of SubjectLine.com and President & CEO of Outcome Media as he guides you through the latest best practices for email marketing. Discover small changes that can make a big ... View Webinar The New State Privacy Laws: A Primer for Data Companies 2022 and 2023 have seen major changes in privacy law, substantially increasing the responsibilities – and visibility – of data companies’ data collection practices and use cases. Not only do consumers have expanded rights in several states, but regulators and class action plaintiffs have increasingly set their sights on scru... View Webinar How to Keep Your Business Strong During Uncertain Times 2023 is shaping to be a year focused on maximizing profitability over growth as companies are putting a greater emphasis on strengthening the foundation of their organization. This webinar will focus on how brands are accomplishing this over four key areas: Improving customer retention; Increasing Average Order Value (AOV); Increa... View Webinar Exploring the Essential Business Value of Radio vs. the Emergence Of Podcasting in the Digital Age This webinar is an exploration of the power of audio and its history from 1900s broadcast to modern podcasting. We'll cover how audio has been used to tell stories and create effective marketing strategies for businesses over time. This presentation will feature examples of personifying an organization through sound, as well as di... View Webinar Analyzing Market Segments with Google Analytics With the increasing availability of data and analysis tools, SUNY New Paltz School of Business, like many other business schools, is helping students learn data analytics to inform business decision making. Dr Shen is in area of Marketing and teaches Digital Marketing Analytics, which helps students appreciate how website data are... View Webinar The ACMA's Efforts on Behalf of Your Bottom Line For 15 years, the ACMA has been the e-commerce/catalog/direct industry's "little engine that does." Historically under-financed and under-supported, the ACMA has nevertheless accomplished numerous "wins" for this crucial industry. ACMA's President & Executive Director Hamilton Davison will detail what this vital organization h... View Webinar Marketing Success in the Digital Age Financial institutions, large and small, were a lifeline for both retail and commercial customers during the pandemic. As COVID cases surged, bankers had to find new ways to provide branch services, help customers adjust to being served electronically, improve access to online/mobile banking, and implement SBA-backed Paycheck Prot... View Webinar Grow Your Network and Referral Base with LinkedIn Risa previously presented two sessions on LinkedIn for us back in 2020. Those sessions were on how to post, maximize your business page, and grow your business. In this session, she will dig deeper and provide tips for identifying potential clients and referral sources by tapping into the power of the enormous database within Link... View Webinar WHERE’S MY PAPER? Paper shortages, labor strikes, print capacity, price increases, and global supply chain disruptions have affected direct marketers big and small. Come to learn how we arrived in this situation, what we can expect moving forward, and the ways direct marketers are creatively solving these business challenges. ... View Webinar Do This, Not That: NEW Email Marketing Techniques That Work for 2022 Think you know the latest ins and outs of email marketing? Think again! It’s time to get clued in on the behavioral changes of today that are affecting how email users notice, process, and respond to your marketing messages. This fast-paced session from email expert, Jay Schwedelson, will use real data from email campaigns execute... View Webinar Demystifying Location Data If you have ever used location data, want to know what location data is, or would like to understand more about practical uses for location-based data this session is for you. Demystifying Location Data will be a live moderated q & a style session that explains what location data is and how to utilize it – no questions w... View Webinar What's the Future of the Postal Service and Where Do I Fit In? As you have read in the news, it's been never a dull moment for the Postal Service over the past year. During the lockdown, mail volumes plunged, package deliveries skyrocketed, and election ballots...well, who knows? With a new postmaster general in place, Trump backer Louis DeJoy proceeded to carve out an unpopular 10-year plan ... View Webinar What’s Your Plan B? What is your Plan B as life gets back to a yet to be determined “new normal”? How are you going to move you and your business forward? Terry will help you look at what you have learned over the past year and utilize those insights to succeed. ... View Webinar Do This, Not That: NEW Email Marketing Techniques That Work Email performance has never been better. Why? The number of email users worldwide and the time we spend in our inboxes keeps increasing. While this is great news for marketers looking to capture audiences via email campaigns, we have to also acknowledge behavioral changes over the last year that directly affect the way audiences n... View Webinar What is Identity Resolution? As privacy is increasingly a top concern for businesses and consumers alike, Identity Resolution becomes more important to understand. With that in mind, the HVDMA is pleased to bring you our next interactive webinar topic on Identity Resolution. Join us for a free power hour lunch as our master experts Vincent Pietraf... View Webinar Is Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Real? We are pleased to bring you our next webinar “Is AI/ML real?” .. Featuring a panel of expert data analysts and a data monetization expert moderator for a lively practical conversation on all things AI/ML - what it means to you and the world. Topics that will be discussed: What are neural networks, what are training sets, when to u... View Webinar Disruption in the Media Landscape What is Connected TV and how does it fit into the media ecosystem? During this seminar, we will dive into how this media channel is disrupting the way people are consuming video and ultimately, how advertisers should adjust their strategies to capitalize on this shift in consumption. ... View Webinar California (and now Virginia!) 2.0: CCPA, CPRA, and What Data Companies Need to Know Long-time data industry counsel Ken Dreifach and Tony Ficarrotta of ZwillGen will address how new state privacy legislation, particularly in California and Virginia, is likely to impact the data industry by imposing new, and sometimes restrictive, requirements on data collection, use and marketing. ... View Webinar Master Class: How to K.A.R.E. for your Business in 2021 Part 2 K.A.R.E = Keep. Attain. Recapture. Expand | For part two of this masterclass, Rob Fishman will discuss the four essential business building blocks of revenue in your company. Using the KARE model, Rob will discuss client retention strategies (KEEP), how to prospect more effectively (ATTAIN), how to win back inactive or former clie... View Webinar Master Class: How to K.A.R.E. for your Business in 2021 Part 1 K.A.R.E = Keep. Attain. Recapture. Expand | Bring your greatest selling and prospecting challenges! Join us for part one of a two-part master class as sales expert and trainer, Rob Fishman leads us in a discussion of common selling challenges including prospecting, sales cycle, not able to reach decision makers, lack of adequate i... View Webinar Growing Your Business in Front of a Lens: How Digital Media is Transforming Customer Experience and Sales In this session, participants will learn how various forms of Digital Media has transformed the way businesses engage with their customers and how simple 90-second videos with a mobile phone can build a brand like never before. From how to properly record videos to distributing them easily and quickly to measuring their impa... View Webinar LinkedIn – Post Like a Pro, Maximize Your Business Page, and Your Questions Answered Don’t miss LinkedIn 201 with Risa Hoag, President of GMGPR. Risa will review: How to maximize your posts for visibility Writing articles to get traction and engagement How to make sure your busine... View Webinar Will Businesses Survive Then Thrive Post-Covid, Post-Elections, Post-Bizarre Life? Who would have ever thought an entity like the US Postal Service would be under attack by Congress? Who would ever have thought that a presidential race could become so emotionally charged? What do all the headlines from Washington mean for direct to consumer and direct to business marketers? ACMA President & Executive D... View Webinar Why Insert Media Is Still Relevant...Perhaps Now More Than Ever This session will take a fresh look at a channel that’s been active for more than 50 years….and still going strong! We’ll review and define the types of insert media (or as some call it alternative media) channels/vehicles and potential universes currently available for prospecting View Webinar Navigating The Post-Cookie Internet: How Privacy is Redefining Digital Identity and Marketing Strategy In this session you will learn how privacy policies have changed digital identities and the marketing strategies needed to be digitally successful. From cookie type to best practices - learn how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing and strategy. ... View Webinar Using LinkedIn to Grow Your Business Risa Hoag will be speaking on how to maximize LinkedIn to your advantage by utilizing such methods of; profile tweaks to maximize your visibility, strategies for identifying targets and making warm connections, accessing Profinder to quickly submit proposals, obtaining testimonials that will make a difference, and posting and blog... View Webinar 10 Tips on How to Manage WFH While Keeping Your Sanity An energizing session on how to make WFH more effective and productive. Terry Yoffe will offer tips on how to stay motivated, maintain relationships, and manage stress while we all adjust to our “new normal”. You are sure to leave with several great ideas! ... View Webinar

  • Board of Directors | HVDMA

    Meet the Board of Directors at HVDMA comprising of passionate marketing professionals setting the strategic direction for the organization. Discover their unique expertise and dedication to the marketing community. Board of Directors Meet our esteemed Board of Directors. Comprised of passionate marketing professionals, they bring their individual expertise and dedication together to drive the mission of HVDMA. Their collective insights and efforts set the strategic direction for our association. We are excited to introduce them to you, as each one of them plays a crucial role in upholding our commitment to support and inspire our marketing community. Learn more and apply to become a Board of Director or an HVDMA Ambassador ! Heather Winnicki President Braden Salas Administrator, Treasurer Kathy Stivaletti Fundraising Richard Vergara Fundraising Jean Liguori Vice President Bruce Reznik Fundraising Kim Fitzgerald Membership Sheryl Benjamin Awards & Scholarships Becky Santaniello Membership & In-Person Programming Christine Pelczar Virtual Programming Lori Sloves Awards & Scholarships Belkys Reyes Fundraising Heidi Thibodeau Membership Mark Rickard Secretary HVDMA Ambassadors Introducing our valued HVDMA Ambassadors. Committed and passionate contributors to our cause, each one leverages their unique skills and experiences to further HVDMA’s mission. Their individual collaborative engagements with our Board Committees on project-based assignments significantly enhance our outreach and service to the marketing community. We are thrilled to present them to you, as each contributes meaningfully towards our commitment to support and galvanize our marketing community. Learn more and apply to become a Board of Director or an HVDMA Ambassador ! Mia Hanrahan Student Ambassador

  • WHERE’S MY PAPER?

    Paper shortages, labor strikes, print capacity, price increases, and global supply chain disruptions have affected direct marketers big and small. Come to learn how we arrived in this situation, what we can expect moving forward, and the ways direct marketers are creatively solving these business challenges. WHERE’S MY PAPER? Mar 3, 2022 | 56 min | Webinar 19 WHERE’S MY PAPER? Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Embed Video Link Copied Share Channel Info Subscribe $ Sign in Close Paper shortages, labor strikes, print capacity, price increases, and global supply chain disruptions have affected direct marketers big and small. Come to learn how we arrived in this situation, what we can expect moving forward, and the ways direct marketers are creatively solving these business challenges. Presentation Speaker Michael Streit Speaker Michael has 20 years of Direct Marketing expertise with RR Donnelley, Quantum Group, and Lindenemeyr Central partnering with some of the largest Catalog and Retailers in the world, focused on ROI-centered direct marketing programs. He also has deep experience launching UK and EU-based brands in the US. Lindenmeyr's parent company, CNG is engaged in global trade and sourcing, serving customers in over 100 countries worldwide with visibility into current supply chain challenges.

  • Marketing Success in the Digital Age

    Think you know the latest ins and outs of email marketing? Think again! It’s time to get clued in on the behavioral changes of today that are affecting how email users notice, process, and respond to your marketing messages. This fast-paced session from email expert, Jay Schwedelson, will use real data from email campaigns executed over the last 30 days, providing specific tips and tricks you can implement into your email marketing campaigns to drive major performance today! Marketing Success in the Digital Age - Lessons learned from the banking sector’s response to the pandemic June 30, 2022 | 56 min | Webinar 21 Marketing Success in the Digital Age Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Embed Video Link Copied Share Channel Info Subscribe $ Sign in Close Financial institutions, large and small, were a lifeline for both retail and commercial customers during the pandemic. As COVID cases surged, bankers had to find new ways to provide branch services, help customers adjust to being served electronically, improve access to online/mobile banking, and implement SBA-backed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Customer service was managed by employees working from home and marketing messages were quickly retooled to reflect the complexity of the public health and economic crisis. What was learned by banks has relevance for any industry that hopes to succeed in a post-pandemic digital age. Did using chatbots help? Why are FinTechs growing in types and usage by banks? What shifts in consumer behavior will remain as the pandemic recedes? How do marketers apply lessons learned from banks? Presentation Sponsor cbsi Services At cbsi(tm), their primary mission is to produce a select range of need-driven, quality products and services that help organizations increase loyalty, generate revenue, and stimulate usage among their existing customers and target markets. They have been in business for more than 50 years helping nearly every bank in the world connect with their customers. 2022 marks cbsi services 50th anniversary! Speakers Ken Kraetzer Moderator Host of the 680 episode podcast cbsiTalkingBusiness which covers digital marketing, banking insurance, customer service, and business education. Vice President of cbsi based in Harrison, NY which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2022, the company provides insurance-backed benefits to the payments industry. Early in his career, Ken worked at Herbert Dunhill & Associates, American Express, Dean Witter, and Chase Bank. He is a graduate of Providence College in RI and holds an MBA from Iona College. In December 2021, Ken received the Founder's Award from HVDMA. Jim Perry Speaker Jim Perry is a Senior Strategist at Market Insights, a consulting firm with expertise in market assessments, delivery optimization, strategic planning, branding, marketing, and culture. Jim has consulted with clients throughout the United States since 2005. The majority of his work is concentrated on strategy development, marketing, branding, culture, and leadership development. Jim has shared his insights at state, regional, national, and international conferences. He has been included on Onalytica's list of "Top 100 #Fintech Influencers" and was recently named one of “20 leaders in modern banking every community banker should follow” by Deluxe.com. Thousands of community banks and credit unions follow his daily Twitter feed for industry trends and the latest news on mergers, fintech, marketing, and much more. As a consultant, trainer, and public speaker, Jim is known for making complex concepts easy to understand and simple to apply.

  • Direct Mail Online

    Direct Mail Online: Precision in Direct Mail Should Influence Your Digital Advertising Jan 23, 2024 | 50 min | Webinar 30 Direct Mail Online $ Buy from $8 $ Buy from $8 Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Embed Video Link Copied Share Channel Info Subscribe $ Sign in Close We will discuss how traditional advertising audience targeting strategies, like leveraging offline deterministic data about households is the key to unlocking and staying consistent when running across digital channels. As cookie depreciation continues, 3rd party offline data sources continue to remain valuable, but a brand's 1st party data becomes even more invaluable. Finding a reputable onboarder to bring that data into the digital world (beyond just email marketing) is key. Join a unique place where you can easily connect with other members, speakers, and registrants! Here, interesting ideas flow freely as questions are asked and topics discussed - all while gaining valuable insights. Plus, it's the perfect spot for networking opportunities that may lead to something greater in your future. So hop on board now; join us today! Join Group! Presentation Rickard Squared Rickard Squared is a data driven direct marketing agency. Our core competency involves identifying, procuring, and leveraging data to help our clients acquire new customers, generate qualified leads, reactivate lapsed customers, generate revenue from proprietary data and engage clients/prospects across all marketing channels. Sponsor Speaker Michael Skladony GM of Consumer Services @ Semcasting, Inc. Mike Skladony is the General Manager of Consumer Services, with over a decade of industry experience working with brands across a variety of industry verticals, helping them navigate the ever evolving landscape of Programmatic Advertising. Mike joined Semcasting straight out of college, becoming their first digital sales rep and has continued to grow his career becoming a valuable resource for Semcasting clients and partners. He’s worked with Hundreds of clients over the past several years to help formulate their digital marketing strategy, launch their programs and provide insights into post campaign performance. Mike’s favorite part of his job is sitting down with partners/clients, learning about their marketing goals, pain points, helping them find solutions and helping educate them about an industry that changes by the day.

  • 10 Tips on How to Manage WFH While Keeping Your Sanity

    10 Tips on How to Manage WFH While Keeping Your Sanity July 9, 2020 | 48 min | Webinar 1 Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Embed Video Link Copied An energizing session on how to make WFH more effective and productive. Terry Yoffe will offer tips on how to stay motivated, maintain relationships, and manage stress while we all adjust to our “new normal”. You are sure to leave with several great ideas! 10 Tips PDF Presentation PDF Dataline During the challenges we face both as companies and individuals, Dataline continues to support our industry friends and colleagues and wishes everyone good health. The HVDMA made a donation to "Rescue Mission of New York" on behalf of Dataline. Sponsor Speakers Kim Johnson Moderator Kim Johnson is a Senior Account Manager at Infogroup working in the marketing industry for 21 years. A B2C & B2B sales professional skilled in Direct Marketing, Digital Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Integrated Marketing, and Campaign Management. To maintain life balance, a E-RYT 500 Yoga instructor & practitioner for the last 6 years. Terry Yoffe Speaker Terry Yoffe is an ICF, CTI and CRR certified personal, executive and business development coach based in New York City. As an affiliate member of the Institute of coaching at McLean Hospital (a Harvard Medical school affiliate), she helps clients remove obstacles to break through and achieve desired personal and professional goals. This is accomplished in part through self-awareness, self-exploration, clarification of goals, action plans and by building strong relationships. Terry has coached hundreds of high-achieving business professionals ranging from young professionals and entrepreneurs, to mid-level managers and C‑Suite executives in both corporate and private practice. Contact Terry at www.trycoaching.com or by email at terry@trycoaching.com .

  • Exploring the Essential Business Value of Radio vs. the Emergence Of Podcasting in the Digital Age

    Exploring the Essential Business Value of Radio vs. the Emergence Of Podcasting in the Digital Age Mar 21, 2023 | 49 min | Webinar 24 Exploring the Essential Business Value of Radio vs. the Emergence Of Podcasting in the Digital Age Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Watch Preview $ Buy from $8 Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Embed Video Link Copied Share Channel Info Subscribe $ Sign in Close This webinar is an exploration of the power of audio and its history from 1900s broadcast to modern podcasting. We'll cover how audio has been used to tell stories and create effective marketing strategies for businesses over time. This presentation will feature examples of personifying an organization through sound, as well as discuss the relevance of both broadcast and podcasting in today's media landscape. Join us to learn more about the use of audio for storytelling, branding, and marketing - from then to now. Join a unique place where you can easily connect with other members, speakers, and registrants! Here, interesting ideas flow freely as questions are asked and topics discussed - all while gaining valuable insights. Plus, it's the perfect spot for networking opportunities that may lead to something greater in your future. So hop on board now; join us today! Join Group! Presentation Rickard Squared Rickard Squared is a data driven direct marketing agency. Their core competency involves identifying, procuring, and leveraging data to help clients acquire new business, generate qualified leads, reactivate lapsed customers, generate revenue from proprietary data and engage clients/prospects across all marketing channels. Sponsor Speaker Ava Yurchison Speaker Ava Yurchison is an account executive with a focus in digital marketing for iHeart Media of the Hudson Valley. She has been with the organization since 2017 and has worked in several different roles however she has been in her current position since 2020. Her job functions include building custom marketing plans for business and organizations across with United States with a concentration in the tri-state area utilizing different audio, digital and social media tactics. She is a 2021 and 2022 iHeart Media President’s Award winner as well as a 2021 New York State Broadcasters Association Excellence in Broadcasting Award for Community Engagement Winner. Ava is a member of the New York State Broadcasting Association’s Futures Committee and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce Hudson Valley Young Professionals as an Advisory Council Member, as well as a board member at Arts Mid-Hudson. Holding a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Mercy College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from the State University of New York at New Paltz, Ava is an active member of the Hudson Valley community. She can be found hiking local trails, kayaking local waterways, or grabbing a bite to eat. She enjoys spending time with her shih tzu Barry or her cat Lebron. Her and her fiancé are massive sports fans – Go Yankees, Rangers and Vikings!

  • Contact Us | HVDMA

    Connect with HVDMA's marketing professionals for guidance in the evolving world of marketing. Reach out with questions, comments, or inquiries – we're here to help! Contact Us Welcome to HVDMA.org, the place where marketing professionals unite! Feel free to reach out to us with any questions, comments, or inquiries you might have. Our team is eager to assist you and help you navigate the ever-evolving world of marketing. Don't hesitate, let's get in touch! Phone Coming Soon! Email info@hvdma.org Social Media First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send

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