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An Update on MnSearch’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Efforts

In the aftermath of George Floyd’s death in May, businesses and organizations jumped at the chance to make a statement on where they stand in relation to racial equity and the #BlackLivesMatter movement. As an organization, we knew we had things to say, as well. But, the Board of Directors didn’t want to say something […]

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Join MnSearch as Our Diversity Director

You’re a search marketing or digital marketing nerd in Minnesota who seeks to dedicate your special skills, experience, and enthusiasm to help further the mission and efforts of a leading professional organization. More specifically, you’re passionate about increasing diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging (DEIB) within the digital marketing industry in our state and beyond. You’re

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Leadership Interview: Jeff Sauer, Board Advisor

Jeff Sauer wears many hats, though he assures us that, when it comes to search marketing, they are of the “white” persuasion. If that’s true, then black hats are about the only thing you won’t find kicking around in Jeff’s world. In addition to his responsibilities with the Minnesota Search Engine Marketing Association, Jeff is a

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Leadership Interview: Dustin Thompson, Sponsorship Director

By day, Dustin Thompson doubles as Chief Financial Officer for Streamline Inc. and Online Marketing Consultant for Konnected Interactive. By night, Dustin is the first Director of Sponsorship for the Minnesota Search Engine Marketing Association. Busy already, if Dustin has anything to say about, he’ll soon be busier. As MnSearch’s sponsorship director, he is in

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Leadership Interview: Aaron Weiche, Event Director

This week’s interview with the Minnesota Search Engine Marketing Association board of directors features Aaron Weiche, the man in charge of making sure events run smoothly and you hear about them. It’s a role Aaron is well equipped to handle, having worked similar magic with Local University. If anyone can convince search engine marketing and

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Leadership Interview: James Svoboda, Vice President of MnSearch

James Svoboda is the first Vice President of the Minnesota Search Marketing Association, and it’s a role he doesn’t take lightly. Luckily for MnSearch, James is used to looking at companies and websites from a strategic topline perspective, serving as CEO at WebRanking.com. James took some time out of his busy schedule (more on this

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Leadership Interview: Ward Tongen, President of MnSearch

Ward Tongen is a man of many names – Weirdo Wardo, Psycho Ward, Wardly – and a man of many talents. As principal interactive strategist within Medtronic’s Neuromodulation division, Ward is in charge of making things like neurostimulation systems and implantable drug delivery systems both web-friendly and relatable to the common person, while also supporting

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