Search Engine Marketers of Portland (SEMpdx) To Hold First Networking Event

Search Engine Marketers of Portland (SEMpdx) announces that its inaugural networking event will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at Portland Oregon’s Hotel Deluxe (http://www.hoteldeluxeportland.com/) from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. Meet SEMpdx board members and learn more about membership and sponsorship opportunities over appetizers, provided by Gracie’s.

Search Engine Marketing Professionals of Portland (http://www.semportland.com) was formed to provide a resource for Portland SEM professionals and local businesses. SEMpdx’s mission is to elevate Portland’s SEM profile on a national scale, as well as improve the quality of work and life for local SEM professionals through networking and educational events. Additionally, SEMpdx will host events, such as this one, where business leaders and SEM professionals can meet and mingle in a casual, relaxed setting.

SearchCommander.com’s Scott Hendison, who is also SEMpdx’s Marketing Director says, "At this networking event, you will find more assembled SEM knowledge than you're likely to find anywhere else in the Pacific Northwest. Business owners that maintain their own websites will appreciate the pool of local skilled talent, and any local development firm will benefit by improving their own customers' satisfaction."

SEMpdx and Anvil Media President Kent Lewis adds, “SEMpdx offers a unique opportunity for local companies and professionals to learn more about search engine marketing and how it can enhance their careers and improve the bottom line.”

The SEMpdx website (http://www.semportland.com) is a central resource for members and businesses alike, containing resources upcoming SEM industry events, news and resource links. In addition, SEMpdx is currently soliciting new members as well as corporate sponsors. Interested parties should visit us at our networking event or contact us via the website.