How the California Privacy Act Affects You
You may remember we discussed consumer privacy and data rights in mid 2018 just before GDOR (General Data Protection Regulation) went into effect in May of 2018. We alerted you at that time that although this was an EU law, it affected pretty much everyone, as the internet is global. As predicted, we are now […]
Through the Lens of a Photographer: You Don’t Need Great Gear for a Great Picture
Hiho, friends. Naomi here. I am a self-employed entrepreneur. I own a business called Rockadot. To sum up everything that I do, I’d call my job description “visual and audio artist.” If you want the long list of what I do: graphic design, photography, voice lessons, audio recording, Youth Rock Band Director, and I always […]
Merry SPARKING Christmas From your SPARK Team!
This month has gone by so fast… what I am saying is that this entire year has gone by in a flash! As I sit down to write this, I am reminded of how blessed we are to have each of you in our lives. This year was about growth, both personally and professionally. We started and ended the year […]
Nelson Accepts Red Coat, Joining Marion Chamber Ambassadors
Marion, Iowa – Epiphany, a Corridor public relations and marketing firm, announced today that Christa Nelson has accepted the Red Coat call and joined the Marion Chamber Ambassadors. “I love supporting and celebrating local businesses, especially during pivotable points on their journey,” says Nelson. “As a business owner it meant so much to me to […]
We are so sparking thankful for you!
Thanksgiving is the month where the attitude of gratitude is emphasized. While we are grateful each and every day, we want to take this time to thank you for your support throughout this year. Many of you have been part of this journey from the beginning, which is quickly approaching 20 years in January. Others joined […]
How Brick and Mortar Stores Win at Local SEO
Local SEO can seem overwhelming, but if you keep to these basics, you’ll see results SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is the practice of implementing strategies and content to help your site rank better on search engines like Google.com. If you can get your website to rank #1 for a search like “lawn companies near […]
Add Quality and Emotion to Your Marketing Life: Why Hiring a Videographer Can Change Your Brand for the Better
These days, marketers everywhere are are realizing more and more that visual mediums – be it pictures, videos, or even short ‘boomerang’ style clips – are getting more and more clicks, views, likes, and shares. Because of this, there’s a huge push to be able to provide these sorts of visual mediums on our social […]
Kicking of #50SparkingWeeks
As I approach my 49th birthday and begin to wrap up my 40’s – I am looking even closer towards what my legacy will be. I wanted to do something special leading up to and to celebrate my 50th birthday. I mean, all birthdays are worth celebrating, but come on, half a century deserves something […]
Giving Back Stressing You Out?
Fighting Charitable Giving Paralysis and Where to Start Partnering with a nonprofit and giving back isn’t just a suggested business practice anymore: it is something that today’s consumer has come to expect. Whether someone somewhere is getting a pair of shoes for each pair purchased (TOMS Shoes), the social conscious product you are selling is […]
Slaying the writing monster
Fall – the weather is finally tempering itself, turning to its early Autumn crisp and clear air; clouds shading the hot sun more often than not. It’s my favorite season, and for students, it means that school is beginning to fit into the swing of things – though whether that is cause to cheer or […]