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Captiva Marketing Catapults to 1,431 on the 2009 INC 5000 List
St. Louis (August 2009) -- One of St. Louis's fastest growing private companies, Captiva Marketing, makes its debut on the 2009 INC 5000 list at number 1,431. The Internet Marketing firm has seen steady and exponential growth over the past few years, poising it for a high placement on the list.
With a sales growth of 223.5% in the past three years alone, Captiva has taken advantage of the rapidly changing world of online marketing. The company's comprehensive approach combines search engine marketing, web design, web development, eCommerce and public relations based on a client's specific needs.
"I am very fortunate to work with such a talented team that produces innovative marketing plans, making this company successful," said Mark Forst, President of Captiva Marketing. "Our goal is to deliver a significant ROI for our clients using online marketing techniques that work. As a result, it is most rewarding to see our clients succeed. That is why we are extremely proud that many of our clients join us on the INC 5000 list such as Antennas Direct, Chemir Analytical Services and The Booksource."
Several of Captiva's clients have significantly increased profits after engaging in online marketing efforts with Captiva. In the five years of working with Captiva, Antennas Direct has experienced a surge in sales. The company is ranked number 746 on the INC 5000 list for its 389.1% growth rate from 2005 to 2008.
As a leader in chemical analysis and material testing, Chemir Analytical Services looked to Captiva Marketing to give them a more professional image through their website. Recognized as a state-of-the-art expert in the industry, Chemir is ranked number 1,171 on the INC 5000 list for its 272.2% growth rate over three years.
The Booksource is a family-owned source for educators seeking the best paperback books for the classroom. Captiva developed a custom list manager for the Booksource website, maximizing online leads. The company experienced a 30.2% growth rate from 2005 to 2008 and enjoys number 4,519 placement on the INC 5000 list.
"We have always adopted new online techniques in order to drive sales for our clients. Additionally, we developed Empoweren, a search engine friendly web content management software that allows clients to maintain their own website with custom features developed by our team. We are constantly thinking up ways to enhance our services and offerings which has contributed to our growth,' said Mark Forst.
About Captiva Marketing
Since 2002, Captiva Marketing has designed, developed and implemented more than 250 search engine marketing campaigns. Founded by Mark Forst and William Brasser, the St. Louis-based marketing firm specializes in search engine marketing, strategic marketing, web design and development and online public relations. For more information, visit www.captiva-marketing.com or call 1-877-227-8382.
Media Contact:
Meg Fullenkamp
mfullenkamp@captiva-marketing.com
314-822.3656
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