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22 April 2010
our april 2010 enewsletter is out now

 

deadline enewsletter


 
Welcome to Autumn and this edition of our (very overdue) deadline enewsletter.

As well as working on some exciting client projects, part of our sponsorship of 'The Leaders Institute of South Australia (LISA)' saw our Managing Director, Sean Heylen, give a presentation to current Governor's Leadership Foundation participants on current and past trends in the interactive media space. Other presenters and co-LISA sponsors were Bec Tape from communikate et al and Peter Joy from Jam.
 
Sean presented an overview on what the Internet has done to customer interaction via:
  • 3 case studies of Deadline's experience with Community CPS, Hickinbotham Homes
    and Sealink
  • Some recent industry stats
  • A definition and overview of social media
So what's the most important aspect when considering using social media? Authenticity.
 
There was some authentic and robust debate regarding old and new forms of advertising between Sean and Peter, an advertising agency exec, dividing the room!
 
The following email was received from Julie Worsman, Coordinator GLF Program: 
"This is a personal note to say a HUGE thank you to you for your presentations and generous discourse for our GLF program session “Making a Splash” on 13th April, 2010. I really appreciate your involvement in the GLF – especially given all the other very important commitments that you no doubt have in your lives! The effort that you all put into your preparation was very evident and really paid off in a challenging, interesting and entertaining session that went superbly well and was very much appreciated by all who attended. The feedback received since this session has been nothing short of fantastic and all of you are to be commended."

The full presentation (in powerpoint format) is available for download. If you wish to discuss any aspect of it further with Sean, please don't hesitate to be in touch - 8359 2994 or sean@deadline.net.au





 
latest launches


GATE uniquesGATE UNIQUES
Not quite an East Indian Trader of the 1800's, GATE uniques brings special, interesting and contemporary "things" from around the globe to you.  An on-line store with some of the best trinkets and treats around.

Site features:
  • a design which reflects the ecclectic personality of the company
  • easy online ordering integrating Bendigo Bank's secure payment gateway
  • custom content management system
  • e-newsletter function
  • 'Design your Own' tool that allows customers to select a chain and then add their own combination of doodle daddle's in real-time. The entire custom design can then be added to their shopping cart with a unique name. Have a try at it..., just to see what a doodle daddle is if nothing else!

 

The Leaders InstituteTHE LEADERS INSTITUTE 
The Leaders Institute of South Australia is the State’s premier leadership development organisation. It offers unconventional, unmatched and unforgettable opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Site features:
  • clean design and navigation which makes finding information on the content rich website simple
  • unique log-ins for participants and alumni
  • custom content management system
  • e-newsletter function
  • editable RSS feeds
  • flash photo gallery 

 

Discover!LOCAL GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION (LGA)
 
The LGA required graphic design work for their 2010 Showcase Conference and General Meeting.
 
Our brief was to design a 'brand' using the title 'DISCOVER!' and then apply this to various print documents.

We provided:
  • Logo development
  • Short promotional brochure
  • Full programme



 
new clients
 

Work is currently underway for:
  • 4i - a new business for Mike Burfield (former Director of Inventure)  specialising in grant application support, R&D tax and business advisory services 
  • AgStewardship - a not-for-profit company that implements stewardship programs through the agricultural and agvet chemical chain from product to disposal
  • Defence Teaming Centre - the peak Defence Industry association in South Australia
  • Brauer Professional - providers of Australian natural and homoeopathic medicines
  • Revolution Roofing - suppliers of a comprehensive range of steel products for the building industry
  • TQCSI - international certification of management systems
  • Ppool - specialist recruitment company



 
around the office


RECRUITMENT
We are looking for a .Net developer to turbo charge the Deadline team. Lots of cool web app projects on the go. Send your CV to Sean Heylen if you are interested and feel free to let anyone who might be appropriate know about the opportunity as well.

 
STAFF MOVEMENTS
Bringing you up-to-date with some staff developments. Chris and Jeff have moved on to explore other opportunities and we wish them well. Jamie is just back from a break in South Africa (as soon as he edits his 1800 photos down we'll post some!) while Nadia is saving her pennies for her luau in Hawaii in May and Rochelle can't wait to see her family and friends when she pops back to the Phillipines for a visit in June.

 
EXECUTIVE RETREAT
In January the Deadline Executive Team took off for a weekend retreat at Wallaroo. The purpose was to formulate a 90 day business plan for the various departments within the company. Of course getting to better know each other in a relaxed environment was also a high priority along with enjoying good food and wine. Thanks to Louise for hosting us at the 'shack' and to Annette Coleman for facilitating.
 
It was such a success we are already planning the next one, this time with the whole team!
 
Executive Retreat

 


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