I was first introduced to Melissa and Allée Creative via Maggie Sonnek. Yes, the very same Maggie from this post! I was about a year into my first real-world, post-collegiate job at a very small advertising agency. You hear ad agency and immediately think “Mad Men,” right? Well, I can assure you my job was […]
#AlleeTurns10 by the numbers
As our birthday year continues, we wanted to share with you how far Allee Creative has come in 10 years. Take a look at the delicious infographic below to see what’s changed. Want to keep up with all things #AlleeTurns10? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter LinkedIn and Instagram.
A walk down memory lane: 10 years of marketing trends
Just like fashion and entertainment, marketing goes through trends quickly; some marketing trends stick and some fade – some even make comebacks. In celebration of Allee Creative’s 10-year anniversary, we’re reflecting on the past decade and experiencing nostalgia for past marketing trends. Take a walk down memory with us to see how quickly some things […]
The courage to face my biggest fear: My maddening beige office
I remember the exact outfit I was wearing when I met Melissa. Right down to the shoes. I don’t Instagram my #adorablewardrobe everyday. No, quite the opposite. I was pregnant with our first child and I was at the stage when you pretty much stick to one pair of very-tired maternity pants and one even […]
Happy Birthday, Allee! A Q&A with CEO and founder Melissa Harrison
Allee Creative is celebrating 10 years in business and we are extending this milestone celebration throughout the year. To kick things off, I had a conversation with Melissa Harrison, Allee’s CEO and founder, to get her take on what this celebration means and where she sees the company in the future. Q: How did you […]
Allee’s picks: Our favorite iconic marketing campaigns (Part 2)
This post is part 2 of our favorite marketing campaigns. We each had so many favorites, it was hard to narrow down our selection. We have broken our choices down into 2 parts. If you missed part 1, check it out here! While the exact number of advertisements and marketing messages we are bombarded with […]
New download: Allee Creative services guide
Ever wonder what the Allee Creative team does all day? Or what type of services we offer to help your business grow? Well, you are in luck! We just published our new services guide to provide all the details on everything we can do for you and your organization. Download the guide to find out […]
Allee’s picks: Our favorite iconic marketing campaigns (Part 1)
While the exact number of advertisements and marketing messages we see on a daily basis seems to vary across the board, it’s safe to say, we are surrounded (and often overwhelmed) by the quantity of messages. These messages can be in the form of social media campaigns, online advertisements, magazines, billboards, videos or direct mail. […]
A look inside Allee Creative: Women entrepreneurship, delegation and social media for small business
I’m passionate about entrepreneurship and I’m often asked about the story behind Allee Creative and my journey into content marketing and branding. I’ve recently done a series of interviews with college students interested in the topic as well. And while it’s awesome to provide this information to inquisitive minds, it’s also a great time for […]
Celebrating 8 years in business: A tribute to 2006
We are super excited to celebrate 8 years in business this month! It has been a fun ride and continues to be enjoyable year after year. I thought it would be an appropriate time to take a peek back and what the year 2006 when we first started. It’s always fun to look back at […]
New eBook: Best Practices in Social Media
We know it. You know it. Everyone knows it – social media is not just a fad; it is an integral part of a successful marketing plan. So why is it that so many businesses are not on social media, or worse, on social media and doing it poorly? Because people fear the harsh truth […]
The annual shout-out: Thank you to these awesome people!
I have a lot to be thankful for this year and, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’d like to give some well-deserved personal shout-outs to the amazing people who have supported my company this year. The following people have been instrumental in Allée’s growth and for that, I thank you! Dave Yankowiak The most amazing […]
Happy Birthday, Allée! The treat? A quick Q & A with CEO Melissa Harrison
From designing her own degree at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities to a mother of four, Melissa Harrison, is the epitome of determination, and six years later she has her own thriving business to show for it. While Melissa was pregnant with her second child, she decided she wanted to pursue her dream of starting […]
Get to Know Allée
Allée is a content marketing, branding and PR agency in the Twin Cities. We offer comprehensive strategy and implementation services for small and medium-sized businesses. Here’s a preview of who we are and how we work!
What I learned in 2011
In two days, we’ll welcome a new year. For me, the change is exciting–full of promise and new beginnings. Sometimes I set personal resolutions, sometimes I don’t. Regardless, I do always like to reflect on the year that has passed and think about what I’ve learned. In my personal life, this typically comes in the […]
Create value with membership marketing
Membership marketing–the process of acquiring, engaging and retaining members–is the cornerstone for associations and member-based organizations. It is also a very challenging task. Now is the time to start thinking about your goals for 2012 and what you want your association or member-based organization to look like in the coming years. Will you be able […]
Introducing Allée’s new website
It’s time to introduce Allée’s new website! We have been working hard on this project during the past two months and are excited to finally see it “go live” today. If you take a peek around, you’ll notice easy contact forms, a new, free eBook and blog articles that sit right on our home page. […]
Time flies: What I’ve learned from Allée
Oh, how the time flies! Three short months ago I jumped on board the Allée ship as the social media and community engagement intern. Since then I have gained a wealth of knowledge and have had the chance to get my hands on an assortment of tasks. Through previous internships, I’ve been able to dabble […]
