This week on the ZimmCast I spoke with Steve Rhea, president, Rhea & Kaiser Marketing Communications. Steve was in China recently for a business conference and he has some interesting perspective to share.
Taking a TextDrive
This week ZimmComm New Media is going to take a TextDrive. Basically this means we’re moving to a new server. For a couple years now we’ve been with HostGator and for the most part they’ve been a good fit.
However, as we’ve evolved in the web publishing and social media world we need a company that really understands what we’re doing. As I was looking around at various companies we could work with I was pointed to TextDrive, a Joyent company. Ironically, this is the company that the original design artist for the AgWired theme moved to.
TextDrive is “hosting company run by and for people who love publishing on the web.” When I saw that slogan I had a gut feeling I was in the right place. This is going to be different kind of hosting management environment. We’re hoping for a smooth transfer this week but just in case we have a hiccup you’ll know what’s going on.
After this move is complete it’s full steam ahead into the new year. This is going to be fun.
iLuv BASF
Yes, iLuv BASF and they love me. For I think the third year in a row, registered media with their AgMediaCentral website can add to their iPod system by filling out a survey once they’ve logged in.
New Communications Manager For Holstein USA
The Holstein Association, USA has a new communications manager. He’s Jim Leuenberger. Jim’s going to work out of his home in Wisconsin for the Vermont-based organization.
Happy Holidays From Farm Journal
Farm Journal Media has a unique holiday card.
It says on the emailed “card” that they would rather make a $3 donation to one of 4 charities in your name than spend $2 on a card to mail you.
I think this is a great idea. Save some trees, use the web and help out a worthwhile cause while saying “Happy Holidays” to your clients.
Check The Status of BASF
BASF just announced (pdf) that their Status herbicide has received EPA registration.
She Has The Seven Year Itch
I would like to take this opportunity to tell you how wonderful my oldest daughter is. For those of you who don’t know, her name is Chelsea and she’s working part time for ZimmComm New Media. We’re a community here so I feel comfortable sharing this with you. Many of you know that Chelsea was in an auto accident that left her paralyzed from the chest down.
Success At Farm Futures Management Summit
The Farm Futures Management Summit has concluded here in St. Louis. Actually the bonus, extra program is now in progress for farmers who wanted to learn more about farm management in multi-family operations.
2007 Eat Mor Chikin Calendar
I just love the “Eat Mor Chikin” cows. They’ve got their 2007 calendar out just in time for a Christmas present or your office wall. Watch a video clip about the promotion.
New Holland and Michael Featured Again
How would you like to have a state agriculture secretary helping you with your public relations efforts? That’s what New Holland has going for them in Pennsylvania.