From the Producers of "Facing the Giants" and "Fireproof" - "Courageous"

Sherwood Pictures announces their 4th movie.



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The Rise of the Marketing Producer

By Andy Valadez, StealthMarketer

Are you paying attention to the times? They are crazy and the old has passed away and the new is a scary course for many. There are more demands placed on Marketing than ever. Unfortunately, there are those in the field who claim to be Marketers, but in fact are something else.

There is a lot more to Marketing than people realize. The chatter about what constitutes Marketing is getting more unclear by the day. Marketing will never change, the way we Market will. The principles of Marketing are tried and true.

As a Stategic Marketer, I have focused my efforts deeper. I have coined a new title in the marketplace called "The Marketing Producer".

I have spent the last three years of my efforts focused on the filmmaking business accumulating a portfolio of $300M in movie projects currently in advanced development. I happen to be a movie buff.

What I have found in this industry is that Producers really are not Marketers and Marketers in tradional industries are not Producers. Producers are cool, they do make the movie making process happen, but Marketing can help that process a lot faster and ultimately transitions into the distribution stategy which also helps.

The standard for today's business is that the Marketer should not only be a Marketer, but he or she needs to also be a Producer. That is - someone who gets the job done.

As a Marketer, I have really focused my attentions on clients who have the potential to grow exponentially in sectors that offer a long term growth potential - sectors like GPS, solar, broadcasting, racing, entertainment, and publishing. In the past four years, my company has accumulated a portfolio of $500M in these sectors as well.

For example, we have a client who is about to get a $50M deal funded very soon in the gaming tech sector. This client had been working to get funded for many years. Through the power of networking and building brand value in the market place, my company Marketing Dynamics was seen as the conduit to this process. We got all parties together, aided preliminary discussions and got the client's confidence and our partner's interest in the opportunity. This process ultimately opened the door for the deal to happen. Now, we are ready to participate in the next phase launch in this billion dollar sector. You will hear more developments it in coming months.

Many of my clients depend on key relationships, funding and sage Marketing advice that can take their long-term growth plans to reality. My team and I enjoy making the connections our clients demand and implementing the effective programs to get our clients over the hump and into the profit zone.

If your Marketing function is not producing the results you are looking for, give us a call. We invite you to do a little research. Visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com and www.TheMarketingVortex.com to review the types of clients we serve. If what you see impresses you, then we advise a conference call to determine how we might help your enterprise. We don't serve everybody, but those we do serve have some very interesting stories to tell.

"Marketing Dynamics, because the Market never stays the same."

E-mail: info@TeamMarketingDynamics.com
Twitter: @StealthMarketer
Phone: 713.560.3348

Coming to EBC Broadcast: "Technology in the News"

We've been busy supporting the formation of The Entrepreneur Broadcasting Company for and about entepreneurs. Here is a sneak preview of one of our shows. We plan to create a major network that champions business owners. Visit: www.EBCbroadcast.com for more information.



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10/13 EBC Live Cast NSTA "State-of-the-city Technology Report" Mayoral Candidate Luncheon and Expo

Viewers will be able to review top tech companies in the Houston market and hear from prospective mayoral candidates who must lead one of the largest tech oriented cities in America, Houston, Texas.

Date: 10/13/09
Time: 10am to 2:30PM CST
Where: Hyatt Regency Downtown

To attend in person, visit: www.NSTAworld.org


A Invitation from Kirby Lammers, President of EBC Broadcast

View Live Here on 10/13 from 10:00am to 2:30PM CST

Free live streaming by Ustream
To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

World Record: World's Fastest Motorcycle - "Seven" 367.382 MPH

Our client and friend, Denis Manning and driver/pilot Chris Carr break another world record with "Seven" - The World's Fastest Motorcycle at 367.382 MPH (September 20, 2009). Congratulations Team BUB Racing!!



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The Chronic Marketer - "Always be Marketing!"

I coined a new term several months ago, "The Chronic Entrepreneur" - someone who just loves creating business after business. We have heard of serial entrepreneurs (usually a smaller number of businesses), intrapreneurs (business people who champion business models within a company), child entrepreneurs ("What you are 6 and don't have a business yet?"), senior entrepreneurs ("What you are 60 and don't have a business yet?"), etc.

I know "chronic" has a bad connotation. However, if your life depended on it, would you want a person who was "fanatic" about their job of taking care of you? You bet. I want my family practitioner, heart doctor, eye doctor, or nutritionalist to be incredible gifted (and that usually means they are hard at work staying at the top of their game). One of the reasons I don't support national healthcare - who really wants the government running that?

Would you want the government running your Marketing? I hope not.

I love being around passionate people. People who are on a mission of sorts and want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. I love to see people come out of character and get excited about their companies (if you aren't who else is going to be?). I avoid boring people - get mad, get glad, laugh, or cry. Give me energy and now we have something to work with. We are living in chronic times that demand outstanding Marketing performance.

Yes, Marketing has its cerebral moments when the details of the plan have to be worked out. I love that stuff too, but as we survey the land we notice that there is always room for improvement in one's Marketing. Work on it daily!!

To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

The Butterfly Circus

What an incredible movie short that is more like a song. Received this link from one of my clients close to Nick Vujicic of "Life Without Limbs" who stars in this incredible story. Hope you like it. Be sure to vote on-line at the link above (click the title).



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Tex Christopher for U.S. Congress, District 18, Attends HiMA (Houston Interactive Marketing Association)

Left to Right: Ed Garza, U.S. Congress Candidate District #18 Tex Christopher and Andy Valadez (me)

I rarely get to meet politicians, but usually enjoy when I do. Had the opportunity to meet U.S Congress candidate Tex Christopher through my great friend Ed Garza, who brought him by the HiMA mixer at Mercer’s on the evening of June 17, 2009. My good friend Kelsey Ruger of PopLabs had invited me to attend the event to meet the movers and shakers of the on-line and interactive marketing community. Well, I am glad I went. Had a chance to connect with some old friends to include new ones. The evening proved to be very busy and it seems that many entrepreneurs were there to collaborate and share their stories. Mr. Christopher was there to show his support for business owners and business professionals, understanding that the business owner is what drives the economy.

As I had an opportunity to chat with “Tex” (he likes to be called and his real name), I was impressed with his background. I mean, the guy used to ride bulls professionally and excelled in his business opportunities garnering a pretty significant following of supporters. He seems to be approaching his next task with the care, dedication, and foresight one needs in these perilous times. I have a feeling his bull riding experience will come in handy. Don’t let his easy demeanor fool you. I got the feeling that Mr. Christopher knows he has a winning agenda and platform and his focus is to foster a positive business climate for our state and his district.

A congressman who has a heart for the entrepreneur has my vote! I truly believe we need lower taxes, less government interference, and more business makers. This focus should resonate with those on the left or the right in these times. I invite you to learn more about Mr. Christopher by visiting his campaign website, www.TexForCongress.com. Get caught up in THE VORTEX!

To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

The Veterans Museum in Texas

I am proud to be support Malcolm Browne, the founder and champion of this incredible museum to be built in Texas. If you can help in anyway, please contact us at info@TeamMarketingDynamics or call me at 713.560.3348.

Visit: http://www.theveteransmuseumintexas.org/

Veterans Musem in Texas

View more Microsoft Word documents from Andy Valadez.

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Tune In Tonight at 7pm CST for Live Broadcast Event

This is the first live broadcast of "The Entrepeneur Broadcasting Company" and we go live at the Houston Networking News event at Belvedere's Night Club in Houston, Texas with R.D. Yoder, President of HNN. Click this player at 7pm and watch the event as we capture interviews from make it happen business owners who are serving on the front lines of business. Get caught up in The VORTEX!

Live Broadcast by Ustream.TV
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Is Marketing Dead?

Read an interesting quote from @shoestringing (a Marketer I follow on Twitter). She was quoting noted author Seth Godin, "Everything we do is Marketing, whether we mean it or not." So, if you are breathing and reading this article, "No! Marketing is not dead."

My reply to @shoestringing is that "We are either Marketing well or badly," which she agreed. I remember my Marketing professor at Texas A&M tell the class that "Marketing is paid for one way or the other." What he meant is that each product has a cost of Marketing associated with it. It is a hard cost just like legal, accounting, taxes, payroll, materials, shipping, etc. If you don't have a budget for it, your company is still paying that cost by the loss of margin and sales you could be making. So, one way or the other, the cost is being included in the service or product offering. Just like "death and taxes," you pay for Marketing.

Now, I surf the web reading many articles from many supposed experts (there are really few experts - I don't claim to be one, although I think I do alright). Many claim that Marketing has changed. Well, it really hasn't. There are many disciplines within Marketing that help companies and people to Market well. So, one should not be relying on one way. One should have a mix of Marketing activities at their disposal. Here are few things to consider that may help you along the way:

• Social media is not Marketing. It really is more like advertising and public relations.


• Advertising is not Marketing. Advertising is more like broadcasting.


• Broadcasting is not Marketing. Radio and TV is more like Advertising.


• Market Research is not Marketing. That is more like discovering your customer.


• Distributing strategy is not Marketing. That is more like making it easier for your customer to buy your product.


• Pricing strategy is not Marketing. That is more like knowing what your customer can afford to pay for your product and/or service.


• Packaging and design is not Marketing. That is more like knowing what attributes your customers identify with and how they will best use your product.


• Branding is not Marketing. We all love great brands, they appeal to our psychographic needs. Branding let's you get inside the head of your customer.


• Sales is not Marketing. That is more like asking your customer to buy, once you have convinced them that your product or service meets their needs.


• Public Relations is not Marketing. That is more like making news.


• Promotion Strategy is not Marketing. That is more like being relevant to unique opportunities that appeal to those customers who are sitting on the fence.


• I could go on, but I hope you get the point.

So, what is Marketing? Marketing is the combination of many or all of these disciplines for an integrated approach to knowing your customers and influencers. It should be orchestrated by a Marketer and the owner of the company or senior leadership. Marketers provide the tools to help shape the dialogue of a well developed offering. Over time, the value of the Marketing makes for successful companies. The principles of Marketing have never really changed and the reason why it will remain alive. He or she who Markets well lives to Market another day.

Andy Valadez is President of Marketing Dynamics, a strategic marketing enterprise helping its clients to leverage their unique business opportunities. His company has served many media personalities, leaders in technology, construction and real estate, racing, film, music, publishers, not-for-profits, and emerging companies. You can find out more about Marketing Dynamics by visting: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com (his personal blog). Mr. Valadez is a graduate of Texas A&M University (Marketing) and Tulane University (Applied Business) and served honorably in United States Marine Corps (Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He is happily married to his wife and girlfriend of 28 years, Tina, and has two beautiflul girls, Kayla (8) and Kenna (5).

Contact:
Marketing Dynamics
Phone: 281.463.4560
E-mail: info@TeamMarketingDynamics.com
Micro-blog: http://www.twitter.com/StealthMarketer (to see what Andy is up to now)

New Movie Trialer for "El Nacional" Movie Tackles Tough Issue

Controversial film to tackle the tough issue of immigration. Filmmaker Baldemar Rodriguez recently posted his new trailer update on his film in progress and near completion. For more information, visit: www.ElNacionalMovie.com



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"The Heart of Texas" Movie Climbing the Charts

What a heart-elevating movie. Meaning, this beautifully shot story will take your emotions to new heights and places you never thought possible. My family and I were blessed to watch this story of forgiveness, loss, and healing last night and it will leave a lasting impact on how we view each other and others. It raises many questions of how we handle forgiveness and truly love the people we know.

Just got an e-mail from Blake Pilgreen, one of the producers, and he alerted me that the film is now at #3 on the Christian Charts. Mr. Dan Patrick, Executive Producer, has done a wonderful work in backing this story and sharing it with the world. I think he has a heart, bigger than Texas. True to his nature, he wrote back to me on Facebook "I am more blessed than I deserve."

This is a must see movie, regardless of your faith.




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Kingdom Racing #44 Indy 500, Racing on Prayer

Kingdom Racing

Did you know that God has a racing team? Yes he does. George Del Canto , founder and CEO, is a man on a mission with a dedicated team of believers who have a vision to share the gospel through motorsports. You can join the team at www.KingdomRacing.ning.com

We are excited to be a part of the team. Pray and cheer them to victory this Memorial Day 5/25/09 as Kingdom Racing #44 joins the fray at the Indy 500.

Left to Right: Kingdom Racing Driver Davey Hamilton and George Del Canto

To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

Marketing Dynamics feature on "The CEO Show" with Sheila Harrison

This particular video aired 11.7.07. Was finally able to capture the video and wound up posting on the new resource, Crackle (a Sony owned company). This was a fun interview. Sheila Harrison has conducted over 300 interviews of founding CEOs.

From Crackle: Andy Valadez, CEO of Marketing Dynamics on "The CE...

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"Generations in the Balance" an Evening with Military Ministry, a Division of Campus Crusade for Christ

Major General Bob Dees (US Army Retired), Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North, and Lieutenant General Jeff Oster (USMC Retired)

What an incredible evening in Dallas, Texas, Thursday 4/23/2009. I was honored to attend a company of heroes at a banquet of supporters for Military Ministry, an organization on the front lines of helping our veterans at war and at home. Military Ministry is a divison of Campus Crusade for Christ and offers a variety of resources to help veterans in their service to our country. Major General Bob Dees, Executive Director, and his board of business and military professionals were on hand to welcome many of the attendees who had come to Dallas from all over the country.

The night showcased our veterans who serve our country selflessly to include former combat veterans who are dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a Gold Star mom who shared her story and testimony, to prominent community leaders, other military and business benefactors. Norm Miller, CEO and Founder of Interstate Battery, a long time supporter, issued a check for $250,000 and offered to match that amount again within the next 120 days. Mr. Gene Birdwell, business owner and volunteer head of a PTSD organization donated $50,000 on behalf of his organization. Our friends Rick and Julie Fairchild were also in attendance.

LtCol Oliver North with company of U.S. Marines

Combat Marine and Author Donovan Campbell

Donovan Campbell is a Marine's Marine, serving three combat tours in the deadliest parts of Iraq and leading his platoon who suffered over 50% casualties, the highest rate since the Viet Nam war. He and his well-trained fighting force held their sector and he writes about their experience in his book "Joker One."

Former Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Gene Overstreet

SgtMaj Overstreet was my Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps when I served in the U.S. Marines. What an honor to meet the man in person. He was the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps during Desert Storm/Desert Shield and has an impressive service to his country and to his Marines. There is only one enlisted rank of Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps at a time, reserved for the best of the best among the enlisted ranks.

A Photo op with my hero LtCol Oliver North, USMC Retired

Finally, to culminate the evening, an opportunity to meet my hero and great American who prefers to be on the front lines in a company of heroes. LtCol North is an amazing man and continues to serve his country as a combat correspondent, news commentator, host of "War Stories" (airing on Fox News), and author of many books, most recently - "American Heroes."

To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

Advancing the Kingdom: The WELL DONE Awards

The WELL DONE Awards is a great idea started by Denny and Leesa Bellesi, authors of The Kingdom Assignment. Their assignment? To recognize the good works within Christian community and share their stories with the world in an entertaining, creative, and memorable way. Now in its third year, The WELL DONE Awards promises to be the best year ever. The awards evening will be held at The Grove of Anaheim, Anaheim, California, May 31, 2009. We hope you enjoy this video.


Song by Chris Sligh - "Are You Pleased"

Marketing in Tumultous Times

Are you hopeful about the future of your business or gloomy? Real marketers market in the good and bad times. If you are a business owner, you may find that you have to also wear the "marketer hat" too. When the seas get rough, old tactics may not work as well. People save their money, hunker down, and peak out into the storm to make their survival, needs-only, decisions. However, the brands that marketed during the sunny days are still remembered. If that is you, my hat is off to you. So, if you are facing tough times, you may need seek out marketing advice to survive. Typically, the companies that have healthy marketing plans are still capitalizing on their investments.

Here are a couple of quick things that you can do to get your brand more visibility:

• Write and send a press release about what your company is doing (get some media coverage)


• Invest in your on-line social media platform - many companies now offer this service


• Start a mastermind group and partner with other people you respect to see how you can leverage each other's opportunities


• Target your list of high-profile clients and focus on them (this list doesn't need to be very big, depends on the size of your company)


• Take a client to lunch (proper etiquette is the one who invites, pays)


• Let others in your network know that you have an immediate need


• Think bigger and stretch out, start preparing for calmer seas now


• Make a plan (now is the time to plan for your future success)


• Identify new customers and new services to add to your existing programs


• Change up your budget, many companies spending more money on-line


• Go into learning mode - what do you really know about marketing? I guarantee it isn't enough. The market is always changing and there are new ideas to discover each day


• Don't discount add more value to your offering!


• Make friends with a real marketer

Andy Valadez is President of Marketing Dynamics, a strategic marketing enterprise helping its clients to leverage their unique business opportunities. His company has served many media personalities, leaders in technology, construction and real estate, racing, film, music, publishers, not-for-profits, and emerging companies. You can find out more about Marketing Dynamics by visiting: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com. Mr. Valadez is a graduate of Texas A&M University (Marketing) and Tulane University (Applied Business) and served honorably in United States Marine Corps (Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He is happily married to his wife and girlfriend of 27 years, Tina, and has two beautiflul girls, Kayla (8) and Kenna (5).

Contact:
Marketing Dynamics
Phone: 281.463.4560
E-mail: info@TeamMarketingDynamics.com
Micro-blog: www.Twitter.com/MarineAg (to see what Andy is up to now)

Marketing Dynamics, because the market never stays the same. Experts in marketing excellence.

Did You Lose a Million Dollar Sale Today?

I had a great conversation this week with Wally Wood, President and CEO of the "National Space and Technology Association" (www.NSTAWorld.org). Wally is an incredible man of learning and I really enjoyed our lunch. In part of our discussion, he mentioned that "Chief Executive Officers are master sales people, they have the power to sell ideas and get credibility." I agree. The problem most business owners have is being that "master salesman" or equipping their team with that "hunter spirit." So, we miss opportunities everyday.

I remember once signing a $100,000 dollar sale for a client. The sale was great and badly needed for the business. The owner had made a $45K bidding mistake on another project and was in a dire situation. As great as that sale was that day (which actually showed up as a fluke), the sale begain long before. That day was the accumulation of many sales prior, investments made in the selling tools, the infrasctructure to meet client demand, website features, testimonials, pricing research, and ultimately the salesmanship to pick up the cues and close the deal. Our team in essence was prepared for that day and that day made all of the difference for the continuation of the business.

Similarly, I helped start a successful radio show in our market and the show has been on the air now for several years, helping many entrepreneurs and partnering with a top web company and business paper. Interestingly, in the development process I called on many media companies with few return calls on this opportunity. Several months into the show, one of my contacts came up to me to ask why I didn't call his company. I was sad to report that I did call his company first and had to remind him that he delegated me to his assistant who began to drop the ball. I don't know what the value of that opportunity would have been to his business, but the branding value and the client relation wouldn't have hurt.

Finally, I think many business people invest in their marketing and sales and because of their size, their attitude or lack of a real marketing and development focus miss opportunities everyday. So here are the keys to studying your opportunities:

* Return your calls or if you are too busy have someone on your team call and get them back in touch with you (if the call was for you)
* Reply to your relevant e-mails (people you know) & even some of the people you don't know
* Schedule a meeting rather than say "We need to meetup sometime" or "We need to do lunch one day"
* Really study the opportunity (sad to say many proposals on people's desk that never get reviewed)
* Don't be afraid to brainstorm and dialogue
* Always be doing things! (Borrowed from the mission statement of Southwest Airlines)
* Make mistakes, it's okay (people will make judgments, so what?)
* Be a helper, a mentor, a friend - doors will open for your business
* Punish mediocre success and reward amazing failure (borrowed from Tom Peters)
* Always be Marketing and Selling

Do you have a reputation for follow-up? I know many CEO's who are superb at follow-up and I celebrate those kind of people. In tough times, we don't have the luxury to "blow off" any opportunity. Time is precious, but opportunities are too. Making opportunities happen helps even more people to have better lives, be like a spring of living water. Get caught up in THE VORTEX!

Andy Valadez is President of Marketing Dynamics, a strategic marketing enterprise helping its clients to leverage their unique business opportunities. His company has served many media personalities, leaders in technology, construction and real estate, racing, film, music, publishers, not-for-profits, and emerging companies. You can find out more about Marketing Dynamics by visting: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com (his personal blog). Mr. Valadez is a graduate of Texas A&M University (Marketing) and Tulane University (Applied Business) and served honorably in United States Marine Corps (Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He is happily married to his wife and girlfriend of 27 years, Tina, and has two beautiflul girls, Kayla (8) and Kenna (5).

Contact:
Marketing Dynamics
Phone: 281.463.4560
E-mail: info@TeamMarketingDynamics.com
Micro-blog: www.Twitter.com/MarineAg (to see what Andy is up to daily)

Marketing Dynamics, because the market never stays the same. Experts in marketing excellence.

Marketng With Zero Budget or Without a Shoe String

The power of the right set of marketing initiatives can leverage one's business (especially in a down economy). I have often cited the example to clients and friends of the success written about by Sergio Zyman, the former Marketing Director for Coca-Cola (arguably the #1 brand in the world). As a young marketer for a prominent advertising company, he discovered an opportunity for Nescafe coffee in Japan. Sales were slumping in the summer in that region and he needed to find out why. Well, his study of the situation unveiled that the Japanese rarely drank "hot" things in the summer, so he introduced "ice coffee." Basically, for the cost of ice, he transformed the psychographics and demand for the brand. He changed the advertising message and the rest is history.

Mr. Zyman also impacted the advertising world by demanding performance and sharing revenue for success. As a strategic marketer, I am a big fan of joint venturing, revenue sharing, and investing marketing intellectual capital with my clients and friends for their benefit. As a result, I have managed to accumulate a nice portfolio of opportunities in tech, radio and TV, film, music, with authors, real estate, and more.

So, I have actually developed a model that enables my company to help our clients in a delayed payment, accelerated revenue participation, and on-going support built into the model. In essence, we start with nothing (or very little - depending on the deal) and we build something together, employing many of the marketing principles that help successful brands.

Although, you can utilize guerrilla marketing strategies and tactics, word-of-mouth, and sales efforts for a season, one really does need to establish a budget and plan for marketing to have a long-term success path of progression . You can review an article on this subject of establishing a budget, see: www.typepad.com/valadez (search budget). Get caught up in THE VORTEX!

Andy Valadez is President of Marketing Dynamics, a strategic marketing enterprise helping its clients to leverage their unique business opportunities. His company has served many media personalities, leaders in technology, construction and real estate, racing, film, music, publishers, not-for-profits, and emerging companies. You can find out more about Marketing Dynamics by visting: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com (his personal blog). Mr. Valadez is a graduate of Texas A&M University (Marketing) and Tulane University (Applied Business) and served honorably in United States Marine Corps (Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He is happily married to his wife and girlfriend of 27 years, Tina, and has two beautiflul girls, Kayla (8) and Kenna (5).

Contact:
Marketing Dynamics
Phone: 281.463.4560
E-mail: info@TeamMarketingDynamics.com
Micro-blog: www.Twitter.com/MarineAg (to see what Andy is up to daily)

Marketing Dynamics, because the market never stays the same. Experts in marketing excellence.

"I Can See Clearly Now" - Johnny Nash

Right to Left: Screenwriter Dan Roberts, Grammy Music Producer Randy Miller, Music Legend Johnny Nash, and Andy Valadez, President of Marketing Dynamics (me)

Had an opportunity to meet Johnny Nash today. Hoping to develop several projects for his interests. Check out his performance on "The Midnight Special". Get caught up in THE VORTEX!



To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

Client/Friend: Creative Switching Design

Thomas Larvin, CEO and Andy Valadez at a Celebration Dinner

Thomas Larvin has a very interesting business in Voice Over IP (VOIP) and Voice Recording technology serving many business sectors to include emergency call centers, law enforcement, financial, customer service, and other businesses where recording and tracking calls is very critical to one's business or customer service.

In fact, Mr. Larvin is considered an industry expert and has been called upon as an expert witness in many prominent cases involving the use of his technology. For Marketers, his work offers incredible and timely Market Research feedback, enabling them to conduct research on the fly via "word spotting" and "emotion detecting." Learn more about Creative Switching Design at www.CSDUSA.com

To contact Marketing Dynamics visit: www.TeamMarketingDynamics.com or call 281.463.4560.

Convergence & Integration of Media, Business, & Entertainment

It's been a while since I have written a personal update on my company. Here lately, I have been in the chase. Working with various clients to leverage our strategic marketing opportunities and upstarts. I have been working with a team of people in several key sectors to include technology, radio and TV, on-line broadcasting, movie making, music, racing, not-for-profits, and more. We are "chronic entrepeneurs" and in these times, I am advising my clients to "Diversify, diversify, diversify!"

Still, I get questions from prospective clients "What do you do?" My answer? We are a Strategic Marketing firm using the principles of Marketing to leverage our client's interests. Those principles work for any company, in any industry. Strategic Marketing is more than advertising, PR, Sales, logo or web design, networking, or blogging. The strategy behind all of these tactics should be orchestrated by the Marketing Strategy. Integration and convergence will be critical in the future. As a Strategic Marketer, I see the sectors mentioned above coming together and helping to position brands and business models in a variety of ways.

How we make money? By focusing on helping our clients make money, we make money by retainer, project, revenue sharing, and joint venturing with the right clients. Marketing Dynamics currently has a portoflio of over $250M of initiatives in development.

Here is a quick list of clients we are working with (not all-inclusive):

Kingdom Racing (http://www.kingdomracing.net/) - Indy Racing

AllAccessLive (http://www.allaccesslive.com/) - HD Web Broadcasting and Venues

Horsepower and Heels (http://www.horsepowerandheels.com/) - Drag Racer Erica Ortiz

Unveiling Records (http://www.urlabel.net/) - representing over 2,500 indie music artists

"Archangels" (http://www.urcomic.com/) - working on the animated movie

"Price of Business" with Kevin Price (http://www.priceofbusiness.com/) - launching a new initiative with his platform

"The CEO Show" with Sheila Harrison - a TV show interviewing successful CEOs on the Phonoscope Network

Over 25 feature films in development and a niche film company in upstart stage - $180M in total budgets

10 TV show concepts in development in business, health, and sports related for TV, Web, and Satellite

The Kingdom Assignment (http://www.kingdomassignment.com/) - my client and friends Denny & Leesa Bellesi host "The WELL DONE Awards" (http://www.welldoneawards.com/) and "The American Idol Minsitry" serving the contestants of "The American Idol"

Lovell-Fairchild Communications (http://www.lovell-fairchild.com/) - an excellent alliance with the company that helped Market the #1 Indie Film of 2008 "Fireproof" (http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/)

Kayla Ventures (http://www.kaylaventures.com/) - an experimentation in child entrepreneurship, helping parents to discover ways to help their kids in business and acting.

"Bub Streamliner 7" - (http://www.bubracing.com/) - world recording-holding motorcycle racing

Open Door Mission (http://www.opendoorhouston.org/) - developing a mentoring model to help the homeless by brining in speakers and mentors

Due to the nature of the elements of our client interests, Marketing Dynamics maintains several key relationships in these sectors to expand opportunities to include sponsors and advertisers, technology partners, producers, directors, talent agencies, SES & SEO Marketing, media buying, developing investor network, animators, writers, photographers, and key decision makers.

You can find me on Twitter.com, Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, Plaxo, Flickr.com, Technorati, Digg, De.lico.us, YouTube, GabCast, on the radio, etc. Let's make Marketing history! Now do you know what we do? Get caught up in THE VORTEX!

On Mission, On Assignment, and in The ZONE!

Andy Valadez

Please ask about our initial consultation model, that makes it easy to integrate into our dynamic platform(s). Yes we do the traditional Marketing stuff, but times have changed and so should your Marketing model.

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FIREPROOF BLAZES DVD SALES RECORDS

From our friends at Lovell-Fairchild Communications.

Number One CBA-Soundscan Video . . . Ever

NASHVILLE—Feb. 5, 2009—FIREPROOF debuted on DVD on Tuesday, January 27, and by week’s end sales in Christian bookstores alone had broken the previous DVD sales record from 2004 set by Jonah, A VeggieTales Movie.

With this achievement, Sherwood Pictures—the production arm of Sherwood Church in Albany GA—holds three of the top five spots on the Christian DVD chart: Facing the Giants is no. 2; Flywheel is no. 5.

FIREPROOF opened in 839 theaters at no. 4 in the nation and was the number one independent film in theatrical release in 2008 as well as one of the top highest-grossing Christian films—along with Narnia and Amazing Grace—since The Passion of Christ.

“These record-setting sales at Christian retail stores, after a highly successful theatrical run, confirms that there is a large audience hungry for content that encourages in these difficult times and feeds the need for products that reflect their faith and lifestyle,” Terry A. Hemmings, president and CEO of Provident Music Group, said. “We’re thankful for our partnership with Sherwood Pictures and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. It took a tremendous effort from everyone involved to achieve these unprecedented numbers.”

Bob Rubin, executive vice president for Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, which distributed the DVD at mass-market retail, said, "We are thrilled with the response both at Christian retail and mass-market retailers. This strong sales performance is especially impressive in light of today's economic climate and clearly indicates a broad market for faith-based entertainment. We are delighted that FIREPROOF resonates so well with its audience."

FIREPROOF, marketed by Provident Films and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment’s Affirm Films, is the story of a fireman, Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron), who can save strangers but not his own marriage. The Love Dare, a book/plot device in the movie, also a book by Stephen and Alex Kendrick, topped the New York Times Advice Paperback list for 14 weeks at nos. 1 or 2. After 18 weeks, it still ranks no. 5.

Now in time for Valentine’s Day and National Marriage Month, Christian bookstores across the nation are selling the exclusive Christian retail version of the FIREPROOF DVD—The Special Collector’s Edition— which contains all the bonus material sold outside the Christian market plus 32 minutes of CBA-only material: a movie-production video blog, bringing behind-the-scenes to life; “Fun with Mr. Rudolph” (film fans know Caleb Holt’s next door neighbor); additional firehouse commentary from Wayne (Caleb’s fellow fire fighter), and the Casting Crowns video of the movie’s hit song, Slow Fade.

Churches, therapists, Sunday school groups, and organizations already are purchasing site licenses for group showings of the movie famous for myriad reports of marriages strengthened and couples reunited after taking in the movie’s message.

FIREPROOF is the third movie from Sherwood Pictures, headed by Sherwood Church Senior Pastor Michael Catt, Executive Pastor Jim McBride, and Ministers Alex Kendrick and Stephen Kendrick. Sherwood’s first film, Flywheel, in 2004, has sold 200,000-plus DVDs. Its second, Facing the Giants, in 2006, earned $10.1 million at the box office and has sold more than 1.6 million DVDs in 58 countries (14 languages).

Written by brothers Alex (director) and Stephen Kendrick (producer), and with a 1,200-member cast and crew, FIREPROOF stars an all-volunteer cast of almost all first-time actors.

FIREPROOF is dubbed in Spanish and has subtitles in English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Korean, and Arabic. The movie’s total running time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.

For more information and to download photos, go to: http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/

Nashville-based Provident Films, specializing in grassroots marketing, is a division of Provident Music Group and designed to produce and distribute faith-based films. Provident Music Group, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, is one of the world’s leading Christian entertainment companies. Provident Music Group operates under the umbrella of Sony Music Nashville and comprises Provident Label Group, Provident Films (designed to produce and distribute faith-based films), Essential Music Publishing and Provident-Integrity Distribution.

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company. SPE is a division of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 100 countries. Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.sonypictures.com/


"Hollywood Premiere Fireproof"

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Book Recommendation: The Richest Man Who Ever Lived

Have enjoyed discovering Proverbs via Steve K. Scott and his book "The Richest Man Who Ever Lived." Had an opportunity to meet Mr. Scott at a business presentation recently and appreciate his business background and many accomplishments. He inspired my own Proverbs journey to discover "The Wisdom of Solomon," a two-year journey and a daily priority, see: ProverbsJourney (the blog). Get caught up in THE VORTEX!



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Blast from the Past: "Fat Bottomed Girls" by Queen

One of my all time favorite songs from Queen, "Fat Bottomed Girls." @mayhemchaos (Twitter) inspired this post. Get caught up in THE VORTEX!



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1.21.09 Kevin Price Live Remote Interview with Doug Thorpe, Jobs Ministry Southwest

Our good friend Doug Thorpe Founder of Jobs Ministry Southwest attends the live networking event with Kevin Price, Radio Host of "The Price of Business" at Angelo's. Get caught up in THE VORTEX.



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George Del Canto, CEO of Kingdom Racing to Appear on "The CEO Show"

George Del Canto, CEO of Kingom Racing (Indy) (http://www.kingdomracing.net/) will appear on "The CEO Show" with Sheila Harrison, 1.22.09 Wed. on PhoneScope Business Channel 11 from 10am to 11am CST at the following link, www.TinyURL.com/ceoshow

Marketing Dynamics is currently booking leading CEO's for the show for FY2009. Interested companies may contact Andy Valadez at 713.560.3348 or 281.463.4560, Code: CEO.

George Del Canto (left) with driver Davey Hamilton (right)


Driver Davey Hamilton in the cockpit

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Red Carpet Premiere: "Paul Blart Mall Cop"

Kayla Valadez (left) with cousin Raini Rodriguez (right) at "Paul Blart Mall Cop" Premiere, Bryan, TX (1.16.09)

Child actress and young entrepreneur, Kayla Valadez attends the Red Carpet Premiere of "Paul Blart Mall Cop" in Bryan, Texas to celebrate her cousin Raini Rodriguez's success in Hollywood.

Kayla was excited to see her actress cousin Raini Rodriguez at her autograph signing table welcoming her fans. Kayla can't wait to share her "proof" with her friends at school, who have offered a little skeptism when she told them that her cousin was in the movie.

The local TV station KBTX interviewed Raini who has also appeared in the "Suite Life of Zack and Cody" and has a contract to do two more feature films. See: TV Interview (click)

Also appearing at the premiere was Rico Rodriguez, Raini's younger brother, who has been featured in "Epic Movie", "ER", "Jimmy Kimmel Live", "iCarly", "Cory in the House", "Nip Tuck", and is schedule to star in "Opposite Day" releasing in 2009.



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"The CEO Show" with Sheila Harrison featuring "Theatre Under the Stars"

Marketing Dynamics recently announced that it was providing guest relations for "The CEO Show" with Sheila Harrison. The CEO Show airs on Phonoscope Business Channel 11 and on-line at www.TinyUrl.com/ceoshow.

This edition airing 12.10.08, features an interview with "Theatre Under the Stars" founder Frank Young and John Breckenridge, CEO.

To be a featured CEO on the show, please call 281.463.4560. Now booking guests through FY2009.


"Theatre Under the Stars" (previoulsy recorded)

Operation Kingdom Assignment: Open Door Mission

Dedicated to Terry Palmer who passed way in December of 2008. Terry served on staff at Open Door Mission, serving his "Band of Brothers".

My church "The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch" made this video two years ago featuring a project I initiated with a few business people in Houston. I thought I would share it with you. Open Door Mission serves homeless men in our city and I have been honored to befriend many of the guys at the mission over the years. If you like this video, please consider making a donation in Terry's memory at www.OpenDoorHouston.org.


Music by Third Day - "Cry Out to Jesus"

Special thanks to the Aeros Hockey Team, Sam Hernandez, and Elite Limousine of Houston.


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