Stephen Mackey Wins Entrepreneur of the Year 2012

Stephen Mackey, co-founder and creative director of Mesh Multimedia, was awarded the prestigious Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce “Entrepreneur of the Year” at the 2012 Small Business Awards ceremony. In addition to being a finalist for entrepreneur, Mesh Multimedia was a finalist in the technology category and Notaviva Vineyards was finalist in the rural category.

With over 9,000 businesses in Loudoun County and over 400 nominees, there were 18 entrepreneurs considered for the award, four of whom were named finalists.

Mesh Delivers High-Impact Data Center Video

Mesh Multimedia produced a high-impact video showcasing the data center industry in Loudoun County. Funded through a grant by the Loudoun Industrial Development Authority, the video was a partnership between the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce and the Loudoun Department of Economic Development.

Filmed on location at historic Morven Park and at a remote green screen studio in the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce board room, the video was the highlight of the Chamber’s technology coalition data center seminar.

Mesh Delivers GNSI Corporate Video

Purcellville, VA – May 1, 2011 – Mesh Multimedia, a full-service creative agency in Loudoun County, Virginia has delivered a high-definition corporate overview video for GlobalNet Services, Inc. The video, which premiered at a technology conference, helped GNSI rise above its competitors at the event.

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com

Mesh Returns to the Forum for Rural Innovation

By Edward Leonard on Mar 14 2011, in the Clarke County Daily News

The meeting’s most energetic and technologically innovative lecture came from Hillsboro, Virginia vineyard operator and former AOL-executive Steve Mackey. Mackey led the audience through a mesmerizing 45-minute Facebook blitz that not only helped many in the audience understand why Facebook is an important new farm marketing tool, but also provided a step-by-step tutorial for launching their own Facebook agri-business marketing initiatives. “If you’re not on the Web telling your story” Mackey told the audience “Someone else is telling your story for you and they’re getting it wrong.”

Mesh Multimedia Creative Director Presents Seminar on Social Media to the Forum for Rural Innovation

Winchester, VA – March 11, 2011 – Stephen Mackey, Creative Director for Mesh Multimedia, a Loudoun County-based Northern Virginia creative agency, has been asked back to the Forum for Rural Innovation to present another seminar on the usage of Facebook.

Forum for Rural Innovation: New Approaches for Agriculture and Rural Prosperity
From Loudoun County — The seventh annual Forum for Rural Innovation will be held Friday, March 11, 2011, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Best Western Lee-Jackson Motor Inn & Conference Center in Winchester, Virginia. The purpose of the forum is to showcase new and exciting projects and programs that enhance farm or rural business profitability. The model programs presented at the forum also focus on conserving farmland and natural resources, and developing new approaches to rural prosperity in upscale areas where land commands premium prices.

The program features presentations from some of the most progressive and recognized agriculture businesses in the region. In addition, Richard Pirog from the world renowned Leopold Center in Ames, Iowa, will be featured as a keynote speaker on developing food systems (production, marketing, and distribution). The forum programs will emphasize farming for high-profitability by using innovative and sound business approaches particularly suited to the Mid-Atlantic region.

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com

Mesh Presents at the Forum for Rural Innovation

Mesh Multimedia Creative Director Presents Seminar on Social Media to the Forum for Rural Innovation

Winchester, VA – March 19, 2010 – Stephen Mackey, Creative Director for Mesh Multimedia, a Loudoun County-based Northern Virginia creative agency, presented a seminar on social media strategies at the Forum for Rural Innovation. The purpose of the forum is to showcase new and exciting projects and programs that enhance farm or rural business profitability. Stephen is also the co-founder of Notaviva Vineyards, a Loudoun-based Virginia farm winery, and has successfully leveraged many of today’s social networking applications to promote Notaviva’s brand identity.

Gary Hornbaker, Co-Chair for the Forum, says “on behalf of the Offices of Agricultural Economic Developent and Cooperative Extension from Loudoun, Fauquier, Clarke, and Frederick (VA), Berkely and Jefferson (WV), along with the Shenandoah and Potomac Headwaters RC&D, I would like to thank you for your presentation.”

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com

Mesh Multimedia Delivers Confiance Web Site

Mesh Multimedia Delivers New Confiance Web Site Implementation

Purcellville, VA – February 11, 2010 – Mesh Multimedia, a Loudoun County-based Northern Virginia creative agency, has launched the new Confiance Web site. Beginning with a comprehensive functional analysis of the previous site as well as a detailed competitive analysis, Mesh was able to recommend improvements in both the site structure and content authoring style for SEO.

Stephen Mackey, Creative Director for Mesh Multimedia notes “Our creative process is very content and audience-centric. We feel it is critical to define a crisp message and identity a focused target audience prior to engaging in visual design. We worked closely with the Confiance leadership and the team at Welz & Weisel Communications to gain real insights into Confiance’s opportunities, to both gain market share and strengthen current customer relationships. Once those lessons were learned and opportunities defined, the visual design process began to support those goals.”

In addition the Web site launch, Mesh has been working with closely with the Confiance leadership to re-design their case studies, marketing slicks, and conference visuals.

About Confiance
Confiance is a global provider of business transformation solutions for commercial and government organizations. The company provides a comprehensive approach to Business Process Management, Enterprise Architecture and Service Oriented Architecture through a combination of consulting, education and technology that allows organizations to be more efficient, agile and improve service to customers and citizens. Confiance is recognized by its Global 500 and government agency customers as a trusted partner that helps implement change in order to achieve business results. Confiance’s customers include Alcoa, Bank of America, Bose, GE Commercial Finance, Kraft, State of New York, U.S. Army, Vodafone and Wyeth. For more information visit: www.confiancegroup.com.

About Welz & Weisel Communications
Welz & Weisel Communications is focused on creating proactive, ongoing public relations campaigns that yield measurable results for clients in the business-to-business and business-to-government high-technology marketplaces. The firm helps launch, build and sustain PR programs for both privately-held and publicly-traded companies. The Welz & Weisel Communications team is aggressive, strategic and proactive, ensuring its clients achieve business goals and capture market visibility and market share. For more information, visit www.w2comm.com or call 703-218-3555.

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com

Notaviva Vineyards Wins “Best Overall Winery Presentation”

Mesh Multimedia designs new wine label series for Notaviva Vineyards and wins “Best Overall Winery Presentation” in Virginia State Fair wine competition

Purcellville, VA – June 8, 2009 – Mesh Multimedia, a Northern Virginia creative agency, has designed the new wine label series for sister company Notaviva Vineyards and has won the “Best Overall Winery Presentation” in the state of Virginia.

Stephen Mackey, Creative Director for Mesh Multimedia notes “As owners of both Mesh and Notaviva, Shannon and I find it particularly rewarding to receive such an honor.  Our commitment to both businesses is reflected in awards such as this, and the growing capabilities and demonstrated excellence of Mesh creative media continues to enhance and drive the Notaviva brand forward.”

About The State Fair of Virginia Wine Competition
The goal of the State Fair of Virginia in conducting its eighteenth annual wine competition is to promote and showcase the Virginia wine industry.  The fair, held Sept. 24 thru Oct. 4 2009 at The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia features Virginia’s finest animals and agriculture, exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! It is one of Virginia’s greatest annual traditions since 1854.

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com

Vovici Selects Mesh Multimedia

Enterprise Feedback Management pioneer Vovici selects Mesh Multimedia to produce custom software product videos

Dulles, VA and Purcellville, VA – October 1, 2008 – Mesh Multimedia, a Northern Virginia creative agency, has been selected by Vovici to produce several software product demo videos, which will be central to all marketing initiatives and lead generation.

Stephen Mackey, Creative Director for Mesh Multimedia notes “We feel that our particular style of software demo production will set Vovici apart from their competitors. Beginning with Camtasia screen recordings, our creative vision then blends motion graphics, high-energy music, engaging text-on-screen elements, as well as conceptual segments designed to illustrate complex business strategies. As software applications become more complex in the SaaS space, videos such as these truly allow prospective customers to gain deeper insight into product capabilities, encouraging them to pick up the phone and call!”

About Vovici
Vovici is the pioneer of Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM), providing comprehensive survey software, panel management and online community solutions. Our survey tools enable organizations to centralize feedback data collection, build and manage proprietary panels, leverage corporate social networking, and utilize robust survey analytics and reporting. Our solutions increase customer loyalty, facilitate collaboration and innovation, influence critical business decisions and provide voice to online communities. Organizations worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 500, rely on Vovici to gather feedback on customer satisfaction, perform market research and gauge employee satisfaction. Visit www.vovici.com for more information.

About Mesh Multimedia
Mesh Multimedia was founded to allow enterprises, small business and government agencies to profitably leverage the “mesh” – the experiential network that enables simultaneous integrated media delivery through multiple channels. This experiential network can be comprised of any combination of audiovisual mediums, collaborative Web applications, Internet communications, print and live events. Mesh provides our clients the ability to encourage their consumers to engage in multiple channels of information exchange, thus providing new opportunities to deliver their message. For their audiences, Mesh is enabling media consumption at the right place, at the right time, in the right manner, with previously unrivaled capabilities for cross-referencing and elaboration. More information and our portfolio is available at www.MeshMultimedia.com.

Contact:
Shannon Mackey
(703) 216-9194
Shannon@MeshMultimedia.com