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Two ‘Judge’s Choice’ Awards and 10 “ADDYS^®” Set the Pace For the County

Satellite Beach, FL: The level of Advertising and Marketing talent on the Space Coast has grown exponentially in tandem with the varied industrial growth of Brevard County. Influenced by the infusion of increased high-tech operations and clean industrial output, Marketing and Advertising firms have had to up their game in order to live up to the standards in which those businesses operate.

Translation: The competition among local Advertising Agencies has grown more fierce every year.

This year’s Space Coast American Advertising Awards (ADDY^® Awards) competition was held at the Oaks Premier Theaters in Melbourne, Florida. The winning submissions were presented on the big screen (socially distanced protocols in place) and proved to be a winning format for the audience of 80 plus advertising professionals.

“This is MTN’s 35^th year on the Space Coast. I was particularly impressed at the level of talent that has evolved in the market.” Walter Wood, President of MTN, Marketing Talent Network, noted. “As the real world has moved from traditional media into the digital world of penetrating people’s phones and laptops, the “creative grab” has had to become more enticing to attract the short-attention spanned audiences that everyone is seeking. I am very proud to see my team is able to compete in that arena – and win.”

The businesses MTN represents span a wide array of disciplines. From Aerospace and Energy to Real Estate, Sports Entertainment and a special project on behalf of Brevard County, the Lagoon Loyal Program. The winners were:

• American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics “Ascend Event” (Video)
• Chesapeake Utilities Corporation “Social Responsibility” (Video)
• Florida City Gas “Smart Campaign” (TV / Radio / Social Media / Remarketing / Email / Landing Page)
• Florida Public Utilities Company “Natural Gas Does More” (TV / Radio / Digital Marketing)
• Florida Public Utilities Company “Wildlight Sales Brochure” (Print)
• Lagoon Loyal Program (Website / Community Outreach)
• Phoenix Park Development “Intracoastal Estates” (Website)
• Salty Sisters Designs (Social Media Campaign)

Marketing Talent Network (MTN) was established in 1986 and is Brevard County’s most ‘seasoned’ Advertising Agency. Headquartered in Satellite Beach, Florida, the firm is highly proficient in all forms of digital media and traditional advertising/marketing platforms.

Rockledge, FL: MTN Advertising, Brevard County’s premier and longest standing advertising agency, once again captured the Judge’s Choice and a half dozen other Addy Awards at the Annual Space Coast Ad Fed Gala held February 21.

MTN’s creative team, led by Chris Fynan and Jamie Guth, garnered an Addy for nearly each entry submitted. Beyond the L3Harris submission, MTN won two Gold Addy’s for Moon Golf, another Gold for L3 Harris, and one Silver Addy each for Florida City Gas and Brevard County’s Save Our Indian River Lagoon program, LagoonLoyal.com. Check out some of the work on MTN’s YouTube channel.

“Over the past 33 years, we have won over 200 Addy Awards, but Best of Show’s and Judge’s Choice awards really give you something to hang your hat on” Chris Fynan, MTN partner and
Creative Director said. “The creative excellence on the Space Coast has dramatically improved over the past 15-20 years, so it’s rewarding to match our best against their best and come out on top.”

MTN Advertising, aka Marketing Talent Network, Inc., was established in 1986 by Walter Wood, BA Advertising/Math from the University of Florida. The long-term goal has always been to cultivate / network local talent to serve the needs of local and regional businesses. Firmly entrenched in the energy, aerospace and technical business arenas throughout the State of Florida, Wood sees a positive market outlook on the horizon as the torch is passed to a new generation. “After building this business and adjusting to the markets over the past 33 years, it’s good to know that even in the stoic and robotic disciplines necessary in today’s digital world, there’s still high demand for creativity in advertising and marketing.”

Cocoa Beach, FL: MTN Advertising pulled eight different awards at the 2018 Space Coast ADDYS gala, including “Best Of Video”. The event took place on February 23 in Cocoa Beach to recognize creative excellence in local advertising. The agency earned “Best Of Video” – one of the night’s top four honors – for creating a Kickoff Video that debuted at the 2017 International Space Station Research and Development Conference in Washington D.C. Watch this video here: transfer.mtninc.net/ISSRDC-Intro.mp4.

MTN also took home three Gold and four Silver ADDY Awards for work attributed to the following companies:

• CASIS (Center for the Advancement of Science in Space)
• Electric Fun Rides
• Rigg’s Outpost
• Mick Graham / Raymond James

“We’re excited and honored to win these awards amidst all the creative talent that this area has to offer,” said Chris Fynan, Creative Director at MTN. “While our primary goal is to always execute great work for our customers, having our work recognized by industry peers makes a job we love that much better.”

“The talent pool in Brevard County has gotten incredibly deep as a function of new technology and hi-tech growth and development,” added Walter Wood, President of MTN. “It’s great to have clients like CASIS that allow our artists creative freedom and keep them inspired.”

For a list of services provided by MTN Advertising, visit www.MTNinc.com/About or call 321-779-1010.

Satellite Beach, FL: MTN Advertising, a local marketing firm in Satellite Beach, is teaming up with the United States Air Force and Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida to collect and send emergency supplies to Puerto Rico.

In the wake of Hurricane Irma and Maria, Puerto Rico is in a state of crisis. The U.S. territory is still suffering from mass flooding and devastation that continues to put Puerto Rican residents at risk. People throughout the island are lacking drinkable water, adequate food supplies, electricity, sewer service, fuel, phone, internet, and other means for critical aid. MTN Advertising is among many companies and communities across the nation rallying to get immediate support to Puerto Rico’s disaster victims.

MTN’s Puerto Rico Relief Drop-Off Event will take place Friday, Oct. 13, from 5 P.M – 8 P.M. It will be held in the Company’s front parking lot, located at 1355 South Patrick Drive in Satellite Beach. In addition to the drop-off box collecting emergency items, there will also be music, refreshments and prize raffles. Anyone wishing to donate items can choose to “drop and go”, or stay a while to enjoy the event.

Blankets, mosquito spray, baby formula and bottled water are some of the emergency supplies that will be collected. A complete list of accepted items can be found at www.mtninc.com/relief. Please no cash donations. Only new items can be accepted. More information about this event can be obtained by contacting: 321-779-1010, angeline@mtninc.com.

(A LIST OF EMEGENCY SUPPLIES IS ALSO INCLUDED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PRESS RELEASE)

MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 30 years. After marketing analysis and consultation, the agency offers services in Graphic Design, Web Site Development, Social Media, Video Production, Copywriting, Media Placement and follow through. Visit mtninc.com for more information or contact: Angeline Mericle, Director of Operations, MTN, phone (321) 779-1010, angeline@mtninc.com.

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• • Blankets
• • Towels
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• • Adult diapers (L – XL)
• • Basic drugstore medication
• • Bottled water
• • Feminine products
• • Sleeping bags & cots
• • Bed sheets & pillowcases
• • Baby formula
• • Insect repellent
• • Baby wipes
• • Baby diapers
• • First-aid kits
• • Personal hygiene products
• • Construction materials to fix houses
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• • Cardboard boxes (moving/packing)

Cocoa Beach, FL: MTN Advertising won “Best Of Print” at the 2017 Space Coast ADDY Awards – one-of-four top honors. The annual event took place Feb. 11 in Cocoa Beach to recognize creative excellence in local advertising. This marks MTN Advertising’s second consecutive year of claiming “Best Of Print”. Both back-to-back wins are from work done on CASIS’ Annual Report (2014 and 2015).

In addition, MTN emerged from the gala with two Gold ADDY Awards and four Silver Awards, attributed to the following clients:

• Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS)
• Indienomican
• Florida Gas Utility
• SecurPoint
• Sorenson Moving & Storage

“The competition and level of creative in Brevard is getting better every year,” said Walter Wood, President of MTN Advertising. “I would put any of our top agencies one-to-one against any agency or creative team from anywhere in the country. It’s the same reason our surfers are better… they make do with smaller waves, we creative masterpieces with smaller budgets.”

The ADDY Awards is sponsored by the American Advertising Federation – Space Coast (AAFSC), which is the District 4 chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF). Winning work will next compete at the district level, and qualifying entries will ultimately progress to the national finals.

MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 30 years. After marketing analysis and consultation, the agency offers services in Graphic Design, Web Site Development, Social Media, Video Production, Copywriting, Media Placement and follow through. Visit mtninc.com for more information or contact: Jenna Bernardo, Copywriter/PR Director, MTN, phone (321) 779-1010, jenna@mtninc.com.

San Diego, CA: Satellite Beach based MTN Advertising was once again called upon by the International Space Station for their 2016 R&D Conference, July 11-14 in San Diego.

With this year’s theme of “Your Catalyst For Discovery”, the event explored unprecedented scientific research being conducted in microgravity aboard the International Space Station (ISS). MTN developed the visual aspects that created a cohesive conference environment, including: way-finding and informative signage, collateral and digital elements.

“It’s an honor to be tapped again for such an important event,” said Chris Fynan, MTN’s Creative Director. “Being part of a conference that brings some of the world’s brightest minds together to further the advancement of humanity is a truly exciting project that we’d look forward to year after year.”

MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 28 years. Interested parties can view the agency’s portfolio at mtninc.com.

For questions, please contact Susan Sperling at 321.779.1010 or susan@mtninc.com.

Cocoa Beach, FL: MTN Advertising earned Best Of Print at the 2016 Space Coast ADDY Awards, which took place at the Courtyard by Marriot in Cocoa Beach on Saturday, Feb. 27. In addition to nabbing top “Best Of” recognition for the CASIS 2014 Annual Report, MTN also took home seven Gold ADDY Awards and ten Silvers.

Winning work will next compete at the district level, and qualifying entries will ultimately progress to the national finals. Some of the agency’s award-winning clients include Harris, CASIS, Space Florida, Arnott, Florida Public Utilities, and Cuizine Restaurant.

“The ADDY awards give us a chance to take a breath, enjoy our work, and compare our efforts to other people in industry, said MTN President, Walter Wood. “There’s a ton of talented people in Brevard County. But for me, there’s nothing better than working with a creative team that understands the business side of things as much as the artistic.”

The ADDY Awards is sponsored by the American Advertising Federation – Space Coast (AAFSC), which is the District 4 chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF).

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MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 28 years. After marketing analysis and consultation, the agency offers services in Graphic Design, Web Site Development, Social Media, Video Production, Copywriting, Media Placement and follow through. Visit mtninc.com for more information or contact: Jenna Bernardo, Copywriter/PR Director, MTN, phone (321) 779-1010,  jenna@mtninc.com.

Boston, MA: MTN Advertising, a Satellite Beach based ad agency, recently edged out a list of big city agencies to receive “marketing rights” for the 4^th annual R & D conference held by the International Space Station. The ISS R&D Conference 2015 took place July 7-9 at the Boston Marriott Copley Hotel.

The increasingly high-profile event showcased the latest innovations, breakthroughs and discoveries onboard the ISS and aimed to “bring together the leading minds in scientific research from the commercial and academic communities”. The conference drew more than 700 attendees, and featured Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, as its star speaker.

In collaboration with NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), AAS (American Astronautical Society) and CASIS (Center for the Advancement of Science in Space), MTN was tasked with redefining the look of this year’s conference. The agency created the theme, “Gain A New Perspective”, which played on the new experience attendees can expect, as well as the vantage point provided by space-based research itself.

In addition to concept development and logo design, MTN developed a start-to-finish range of deliverables ranging from save-the-date invites to conference signage. A complete list of materials provided by the agency is listed below.

Digital Deliverables:

• Conference microsite (org)
• Conference app
• Web banners and ads to promote conference
• Social media graphics

Printed Pieces:

• Save-the-date invites
• Attendee kit folder
• 28-page program book
• Badge and lanyard
• Conference handouts
• STEM days trifold
• ISS Expert buttons

Conference Signage:

• Column and wall wraps
• Registration leaderboard
• Bannerstands
• Directional posters
• Graphics for:
• ISS 3D booth
• Power station
• Podium
• Gobo light of ISS

Presentation Tools:

• PowerPoint templates for speakers
• Livestream graphics

“We were extremely pleased to see attendees interacting with the social channels and referencing the signage and collateral we designed,” said Jamie Guth, Art Director at MTN. “The response was pretty unreal, actually, and we’re already counting down the days until next year.”

Also in attendance was MTN Creative Director, Chris Fynan, and MTN Operations/Media Director, Pam Kaercher. To view collateral developed for the ISS conference, visit mtninc.com/portfolio. Or learn more about the conference at issconference.org.

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MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 27 years. After marketing analysis and consultation, the agency offers services in Graphic Design, Web Site Development, Social Media, Video Production, Copywriting, Media Placement and follow through. Visit mtninc.com for more information or contact: Jenna Bernardo, Copywriter/PR Director, MTN, phone (321) 779-1010, jenna@mtninc.com.

Cocoa Beach, FL: It appears that MTN Advertising has continued their years-long “winning spree”, as the agency is now the owner of 18 new ADDY awards. Honors for 2015 include twelve Gold ADDY awards, five Silvers, and 1 Best Of Broadcast for “Natural Gas Love, Through the Years”—a 30 second TV spot done for Florida Public Utilities.

The “Great Adsby Gala” awards ceremony took place at the Courtyard by Marriot in Cocoa Beach on Saturday, Feb. 21.

Last year, MTN Advertising took home two gold ADDY Awards, fourteen silvers and the first-ever Judge’s Choice Award For Innovation at the regional competition. MTN’s work also went onto the District Awards where it won two Gold ADDY Awards, as well as one Silver District ADDY Award.

The ADDY Awards is sponsored by the American Advertising Federation – Space Coast (AAFSC), which is the District 4 chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF). Local winners are submitted to the regional competition, and ultimately, the national finals.

“Winning these awards amidst a community of such creative competition gives us great pride in our work. We look forward to continuing our tradition of award winning creative for all of our clients in the months ahead,” says MTN’s Creative Director, Chris Fynan.

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MTN Advertising, Satellite Beach, has been providing all formats of marketing services to large and small businesses, nationally and locally, for over 27years. After marketing analysis and consultation, the agency offers services in Graphic Design, Web Site Development, Social Media, Video Production, Copywriting, Media Placement and follow through. Visit mtninc.com for more information or contact: Jenna Bernardo, Copywriter/PR Director, MTN, phone (321) 779-1010, jenna@mtninc.com.