With gas prices soaring, it’s no wonder that many are seeking ways to cut commuting costs. Luckily for students and recent graduates interested in digital marketing, Ingenex Digital Marketing, located in Ann Arbor, MI, has tailored an internship to fit their specific needs.
Ingenex eco-friendly interns are learning digital marketing while working to expand the internship for 2009. “Our goal is to make the Eco-Friendly Internship accessible to more students and more universities via new technology.” Says Ingenex CEO Derek Mehraban. “We are looking for university partners right now, and we are starting with the Michigan State University Advertising program.”

Ingenex specializes in all aspects of online marketing including search engine optimization and web site design.

Meet the Fall 2008 Eco-Friendly Team:

Jennifer Harrison is currently a fourth year advertising student at Michigan State University, with a specialization in Public Relations and an additional major in Mandarin Chinese.

Katie Hyzy recently received a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Denison University in Ohio. Over the summer, she completed a Marketing and P.R. Internship at Chicago-based start up company Green Market Fundraising.

Amanda Marandola is an advertising sophomore at Michigan State University. She is extremely interested in the fields of advertising and marketing, and she would like to specialize in Public Relations.

Pedro Martin is a recent MBA International Business graduate of EMU. With a background in Marketing and Management, he hopes to achieve a position that will allow him to employ his marketing skills in an international business setting.

Nick Meador finished the masters of journalism program at MSU this summer, while participating in an editorial internship at Traverse Magazine. He’s seeking a career combining writing/editing, web design/development, and digital marketing.

The Ingenex eco-friendly digital marketing internship is the first of its kind.  The growing demand for digital skills in corporate America is undeniable. Ingenex interns are preparing to be leaders in the digital economy and the eco-friendly future of our country. Learn more about the Eco-Friendly Digital Marketing Internship or find out about Michigan Marketing.

The cutting-edge marketing firm down on Main Street, Ingenex Digital Marketing, continues to grow with the announcement today of a new full-time employee.

Grant Heitkamp has been hired on as the newest team member focused on growing Michigan based companies through digital marketing on the web.

Heitkamp was brought on board to head Ingenex’s newest product, SocialHarbor.com. Social Harbor is a Professional Online Profile Management solution for companies. They create, manage, promote, and monitor the online presence for businesses and their employees, a growing need in today’s digital economy.

From the looks of it, Ingenex is poised for more rapid growth in the coming months. With CEO Derek Mehraban’s expertise and Grant’s drive, look for Social Harbor to sail to the top, taking all of their clients with them.

Most companies hiring interns expect them to drive to the office every day.  Ingenex Digital Marketing, located in Ann Arbor, MI, has taken a new approach this summer.  Instead of asking cash-strapped students to spend their summer driving to work, Ingenex has set up a new and eco-friendly internship that allows interns to work from home four days a week.

Ingenex Digital Marketing is a full-service interactive marketing company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is run by CEO, Derek Mehraban, a Michigan State advertising graduate. The company provides services in Interactive and web, search engine marketing, social media and much more. Its clients include West System, Campusfaves.com, and Inforum Michigan.

Meet the Inaugural Eco-Friendly Team:
Lia Homeister completed her sophomore year at Michigan State University. Homeister, an advertising major, is learning digital skills that will help her become a better media planner.

Grant Heitkamp, a recent graduate of Michigan State University’s advertising program, is becoming an expert in all aspects of Digital Marketing with plans to implement these skills for future employers.

Kevin Conlon, also a recent graduate of MSU with a degree in Advertising, hopes his digital marketing expertise will be valuable in an account management role with future employers.

Ingenex eco-friendly interns are currently focusing on social media marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click Google Adwords (ppc), digital marketing strategy, and online public relations.

“Startup Weekend has been huge in cities like San Francisco, Portland and Boston. Now it’s Ann Arbor’s turn. We have a large pool of smart people doing interesting things. I can’t wait to see what types of companies this group will launch, as well as the community they’ll create. It’s very exciting to see this happening at a grassroots level.” Laura Fisher, owner Mitten Artworks and organizer of Startup Weekend Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor Startup Weekend, June 20 – 22 in Ann Arbor will gather 50 – 75 bright, talented people from the region to develop and launch 5 – 7 NEW companies in a single marathon weekend.

Ann Arbor Startup Weekend is a practical, hands-on learning experience on how to start a business.  It recruits a highly motivated group of developers, business managers, startup enthusiasts, marketing gurus, graphic artists and more to build not just a company, but enable participants to learn new skills and create new relationships within the local Ann Arbor community.

Startup Weekend will be held at the Liberty Square office space, lower level (510 E. Washington in downtown Ann Arbor.)  Startup Weekend takes place the weekend of June 20 -22. Friday 6p-11p, Saturday 9a-11p, Sunday 9a-9p

Interactive Web Design is nothing new, and you know by now that Ingenex does it better than anyone else. Need proof? Check out the totally new web experience created for Marina Online.

The digital marketing experts at Ingenex implemented the ultimate interactive experience at MarinaOnline.com. The web site now allows for users to watch videos, listen to audio, shop on the spot, and more! This is a great example of how to get more personal with your customers, and provide them with a better experience, through web interaction.

To learn more about the advantages and implementation of interactive web services, visit IngenexDigital.com

Ingenex Digital does it again. Hired by Water Wheel Community to create a new online experience, the digital marketing experts at Ingenex crafted a beautiful web site.

With emphasis on interactive web design, and search engine optimization, Ingenex created an extremly inviting web structure for the Water Wheel Community. To see more, check out WaterWheelCommunity.com, or go to IngenexDigital.com for more information.

Michigan Web Design Firm, Ingenex, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, was selected by West System® to develop their new web site.

WEST SYSTEM®, located in Bay City, MI is a leading manufacturer of epoxy in the world. WEST SYSTEM brand epoxy is a versatile, high-quality, 2-part epoxy that is easily modified for a wide range of coating and adhesive applications.  It is used for construction and repairs requiring superior moisture resistance and high strength.  It bonds to fiberglass, wood, metal, fabrics, and other composite materials, and is especially suited for marine applications.

“When it came to selecting a firm to design and launch our new global web site the decision was easy.  We chose Ingenex Digital Marketing for their progressive marketing philosophy, gorgeous custom designs, state of the art technical expertise and old-fashioned commitment to customer service.  They understand our products, our vision, and most importantly our customers.” said Alan Gurski, Marketing Director, WEST SYSTEM.

Check out the new site here: www.WestSystem.com