The Valley Echo Wednesday, November 14, 2012
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Business Profile Social media a la Swansea New business sees world of potential
presents
Raise the Woof! Stand Up Comedy Show & Dinner
Enjoy pre-season festivities at our fun-filled fundraising event and help
“RAiSe the Roof” of a much needed Rescue and Adoption Centre.
Friday, November 23, 2012
STEVE JESSEL
Invermere Community Hall Doors Open 6:00 pm • Dinner & Show 7:00 pm
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MC Bill Cropper • Catering by Anne Riches • Ages 19 Years & Over
While the valley has certainly felt the effects of a less-thanstellar economy over the last several years, for Andrea Tubbs of Swansea Communications, she still sees a big future. “I think there’s a lot of potential in the valley, there’s a variety of businesses… and there’s a variety of industries as well,” Tubbs said. “I really think there’s great potential across the valley, and even in a down economy, this is the time to be looking at what you’re doing in the marketplace, how you’re spending your marketing and advertising dollars, and what you’re getting for those dollars. Just because you’re spending, doesn’t mean you’re getting anything back.” Tubbs started Swansea Communications after relocating to the Columbia Valley with her husband earlier this year. Having worked with marketing and communications services for more than a decade, Tubbs and business partner John Restemeyer have been hard at work meeting people and building the connections they’ll need to be successful. “We do a lot of face-to-face; it’s been a great way to connect,” Tubbs said. “We’ve found that it’s been really successful, people really appreciate the
RAiSe the Roof!
Dinner • Comedians • Silent Auction • Surprise Balloon Prizes
Capital Campaign: ICAN Rescue and Adoption Centre
Tickets only $40 • After October 23, $45
Tickets: The Book Bar • One Hour Photo • Invermere Vet Hospital • Furry Companions • Smoking Waters Coffee Co.
www.icanbc.com
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info@icanhelpapet.com
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250-341-7888
Fairmont Goldsmiths PHOTO BY STEVE JESSEL/THE ECHO Andrea Tubbs of Swansea Communications.
sort of hands-on, face-to-face approach. After all, this is still a small community, and that is how you get to know people.” Swansea Communications offers a wide range of services including marketing audits, rebranding, social media marketing, event planning and marketing, public relations, and website building. Tubbs said the majority of their clients so far have been private businesses, but they do offer their services to any group, organization or business that might be looking to raise its profile. Her specialty lies mostly in social media marketing and general public relations. “I think (social media) plays a really pivotal role," said Tubbs. "I know that myself as a consumer, and of course what I’ve read and experienced my-
ICAN – Invermere Companion Animal Network TILLY • Loves people!
This super affectionate lady is about 1.5 yrs. old, and has a short, shinny, black and white coat. Tilly does not get along with other cats, therefore would have to be the only feline in the house. She actually is just waiting to show you all of her affections.
Invermere Companion Animal Network
Adoption Fee: $100 (to help offset spay/neuter and vet bills)
www.icanhelpapet.com 250-341-7888
If you wish to visit please contact us. Photo courtesy of Tanya De Leeuw Photography
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self being on social media, it means a lot more to me when a friend can recommend, or a friend has comments to say about a product or service.” She sees the role of social media in marketing as continuing to evolve over time, and said there are still plenty of companies out there that are not using it to the best of their advantage. “Most companies have a website, but it’s usually a one-way conversation, they’re pushing information to you,” Tubbs said. “With social media you can respond in any way that you choose. If you’re dissatisfied, or over the moon, everyone is going to know about it.” For more information and to contact Swansea Communications, visit their website at www. swanseacommunications.com.
Christmas Bureau
Give a timeless gift to that special someone this holiday season.
Master Goldsmiths Fred Szott • Terry Szott • Brandon Szott 926 - 7 Ave, Invermere • 250-342-8778
Two Invermere locations: 755 13 Street 519 13 Street
The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley is now ready to accept applications for FOOD HAMPERS AND ANGEL GIFTS for Christmas 2012, to be distributed Thursday, December 20, 2012. Application forms are available at The Family Resource Centre, Columbia Valley Employment Centre, Akisqnuk Health Centre, Shuswap Band Office, Canal Flats Headwaters Centre or 250-342-6752. Deadline for requests is Wednesday December 12. To sponsor a family hamper, call Gail at 250-342-6752 or Helen at 250-342-6789; or email Gail at hghoff@telus.netor Helen at hw6789@telus.net to register your commitment by Wednesday, December 12. To donate an Angel Gift, visit the children’s and seniors’ Angel tree in Essential’s Shop (516 13 street) after November 23, or the children’s Angel Tree in Dairy Queen after Friday November 30. Return wrapped and labelled gifts to the stores by the December 15 deadline.
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