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Big Omaha Focuses Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Big Omaha kicks off it's fifth conference on May 8th, 2013 focusing two-and-a-half days on innovation and entreneurship. Bulldog Media Group, Inc. President Darin Namken is looking forward to attending the event on May 8th, 9th, and 10th in Omaha at the Kaneko.

Big Omaha is part of The Big Series, the nation's most ambitious events on innovation and entrepreneurship. Other conferences include Big Des Moines and Big Kansas City.

Bulldog Media Group Attends LeadsCon

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. representatives will be in Las Vegas for LeadsCon on March 19th and 20th at the Mirage Hotel and Casino. The two-day conference brings together some of the best people and companies in the vertical media and engagement advertising.

Bulldog Media Group In Its 13th Year

In January, Bulldog Media Group, Inc. entered its 13th year in business, which marked its 13th year being a leader in marketing credit cards and other financial products.

“We were actually getting into business when a lot of people were getting out back in 2000 during the ‘dot com bubble’,” stated president Darin Namken. “We saw a need that we knew we could meet and things really took off for us from there. In establishing ourselves, we established partnerships and relationships that have lasted years, which has a lot to do with having over a third of our employees having been with our company for more than 10 years. While we have really remained resilient, we’ve seen many businesses, competitors, and clients come and go over the years for various reasons, including legislation, but we just look forward to the challenge ahead and the opportunities to succeed. ”

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. has continued to meet changing needs and demands by providing many different marketing avenues through its divisions: the CommissionSoup affiliate network, Infusion Strategies, and The RewardsRunner Network. The company was initially founded as CreditSoup, Inc. but underwent a corporate name change in 2009.

Bulldog Media Group Hosts Employee Gathering and Recognition

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. employees and their spouses attended a hockey game on Friday night where the Sioux Falls Stampede took on their rivals, the Sioux City Musketeers. A few of the group's attendees were selected from the skyboxes to participate in entertainment on the ice. The group also recognized employee Lucas Muller for his upcoming 10 year anniversary with the company.

Bulldog Media Group Exhibits at FinCon12

FinCon12, a Financial Blogger Conference, takes place September 6 - 9, 2012 at the Grand Hyatt Denver. Representatives from Bulldog Media Group, Inc.'s CommissionSoup and Infusion Strategies divisions will be exhibiting at table #7 during the conference.

FinCon is designed to provide 'real world' connections for people who enjoy new media and finance, as well as peer education in current consumer financial trends and new media tactics and trends. Sessions, panels, workshops, exhibits, and social events pack the 4-day conference.

To learn more or register, visit www.financialbloggerconference.com. To meet up with Bulldog Media Group in Denver, contact us today.

CommissionSoup, Affiliate Summit, and Texas!

Is anything better than CommissionSoup, the Affiliate Summit, and Texas? We're about to find out as representatives from the CommissionSoup Affiliate Network head to Austin, Texas for the first Affiliate Summit Central. The sold-out event will be held at the Hilton Austin on May 15th and 16th, 2012.

"We have participated in many Affiliate Network conferences throughout the years, but are excited for the new opportunity of a Texas show and to see the dynamics of the show, exhibitors, and attendees that come to Austin," stated Scott Delzer as he prepares for his travels.

Bulldog Media Group at Affiliate Summit West 2012

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will host a Meet Market Table (#4) at the Affiliate Summit West 2012 on Sunday, January 8th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm in the Forum Ballroom at Caesar's Palace.

Scott Delzer, Lisa Robson, Katherine Gunderson, and Kristin Sanford will be representing Bulldog Media Group, Inc. and its divisions, CommissionSoup and Infusion Strategies, at the conference in Las Vegas.

In addition to being available on Sunday, January 8th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm at Meet Market Table 4, they will also be available on Monday, January 9th and Tuesday, January 10th.

Contact us or your representative today to schedule a time to catch up and explore new opportunities for 2012.

Destination: AdTech New York

New York City is the destination for representatives from Bulldog Media Group, Inc. who will be attending the Ad:Tech conference from November 8th thru 10th, 2011.

For the past 7 years, Bulldog Media Group, Inc. has attended or exhibited at the New York Ad:Tech conference as it has proven to be a great show for connecting with partners as well as locating and developing new relationships.

Representatives from each division of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will be attending including Lisa Robson and Katherine Gunderson for CommissionSoup; Scott Delzer and Kristin Sanford for Infusion Strategies; and Darin Namken and Todd Knodel for The RewardsRunner Network and Bulldog Media Group, Inc.

The event will be held at the Javits Convention Center and the convention hours begin on Tuesday, November 8th at 2:00pm with the exhibit hall opening on Wednesday, November 9th at 10:00am.

LeadsCon and Affiliate Summit on the Agenda

New York is the place to be in August, so that's where we are headed. The Affiliate Summit East conference kicks off August 21st in New York City at the Hilton New York. LeadsCon East immediately follows on August 24th also at the Hilton New York.

Scott Delzer, the Division Development Director for Infusion Strategies, and Strategic Sales Associate Kristin Sanford look forward to meeting affiliates and partners during the 3-day summit.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. President Darin Namken will join Delzer for the LeadsCon East conference on August 24th and 25th. "LeadsCon can be a great conference for our Infusion Strategies division where we can get together with some of our partners and others in our marketing arena," stated Namken regarding the upcoming conference.

Affiliate Summit East Travel Planned

CommissionSoup.com is looking forward to another upcoming trip to New York for Affiliate Summit East. Beginning on Sunday, August 21st, CommissionSoup representatives Scott Delzer and Kristin Sanford will host a table in the Meet Market from 12pm to 6pm. Delzer and Sanford will then remain in New York for the rest of the show August 21st through the 23rd. They will be meeting and visiting with partners and are currently scheduling visits. Please contact your account representative or CommissionSoup if you will be in the area.

The Affiliate Summit brings together affiliates, affiliate program managers, networks, vendors, and more for a conference that highlights the latest trends and information for affiliate marketing.

Delzer and Sanford will not only be representing our CommissionSoup.com Affiliate Network, but also Infusion Strategies and have insight into other Bulldog Media Group, Inc opportunities.

Darin Namken to be Keynote Speaker

Darin Namken of Bulldog Media Group will be one of the Keynote Speakers at the 2011 Performance Marketing Leadership Summit. On Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco, CA, Namken will speak on the topic of Diversification in the CPA Network Advertising Market.

Namken, Co-Founder and President, has built Bulldog Media Group, Inc., founded in 2000, into a $15-million powerhouse which includes the affiliate network, CommissionSoup; the lead generation and data management division, Infusion Strategies; and the media buying and other marketing solutions through The RewardsRunner Network™ division.

“The success of Bulldog Media Group has been that diversification is our growth strategy, we are constantly looking for new markets, products and services in the field online marketing,” stated Namken . “As technology, social media and political laws and regulations change we must change and adapt our strategies to ensure quality results to our advertising partners,” he added.

Don’t miss the opportunity to meet with C-Level Performance Marketing executives and advertisers in this open and honest forum regarding the issues we all face in today’s Cost per Action environment. Come for the speakers, come for the panels, come for the networking, but do not miss this event.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. to Attend Ad Tech San Francisco

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will be attending the Ad Tech San Francisco conference and exhibition taking place April 12 - 13, 2011 at the Moscone Center.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will be present at booth #2412 Tuesday, April 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, April 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our booth is a meeting spot for teaching, learning, closing deals, creating partnerships and finding new opportunities.

Ad Tech, the largest digital marketing tradeshow and conference in the world, will introduce brand marketers and merchants to Bulldog Media Group, Inc. online marketing solutions.

If you will be attending Ad Tech, schedule a meeting with a Bulldog Media Group representative to learn about the numerous programs, partnerships and benefits of working with the best. Visit www.bulldogmedia.com to learn more.

About Bulldog Media Group: Bulldog Media Group, Inc. is a privately held company, founded in 2000 as CreditSoup, Inc. We provide our business partners with online marketing solutions through CommissionSoup, our CPA affiliate network; Infusion Strategies, our Lead Generation and Data Management division; as well as media buys and other complete marketing solutions through our sister company, The Rewards Runner Network™.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. gears up for the Ad:Tech San Francisco Show

Ad:Tech is an interactive advertising and technology conference that will be held on April 11 – 13, 2011 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco. This conference offers attendees a highly efficient “one-stop” opportunity to reach out and touch every type of technology employed in digital marketing today.

For the past 6 years Bulldog Media Group, Inc. has had a presence at this tremendous conference. “Each year we look forward to meeting and catching up with current vendors, colleagues and friends while exploring more opportunities to expand and grow with new partnerships” states Darin Namken, President of Bulldog Media Group. Representatives from each division will be on site to assist anyone looking to work with Infusion Strategies, CommissionSoup and RewardsRunner.com.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will be exhibiting at booth #2412 on Tuesday, April 12th from 10am – 6pm and Wednesday, April 13th from 10am to 4pm.

Bulldog Media Group at Affiliate Summit

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. representative Kristin Sanford will be attending Affiliate Summit in Las Vegas on January 9th and 10th, 2011. Sanford, a Strategic Sales Associate for the Infusion Strategies division, will be packing her trip to Las Vegas with stops at the meet market and exhibit hall, as well as partner meetings. If you would like to schedule a visit with Kristin, please contact us, your account representative, or call us at 866.309.7687.

The Affiliate Summit brings together affiliates, affiliate program managers, networks, vendors, and more for a conference that highlights the latest trends and information for affiliate marketing.

As a representative for Bulldog Media Group, Inc, Sanford will also be able to visit with exhibitors and attendees on behalf of CommissionSoup, the affiliate network division of Bulldog Media Group, Inc.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Hosts 8th Annual Holiday Social

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will host the 8th annual Holiday Social on December 2, 2010 at the corporate office in Madison, SD. The Holiday Social allows for business partners and community members to learn about the field of online marketing and the services that Bulldog Media Group, Inc. provides as well as to get acquainted with the current staff.

Darin Namken, President of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will introduce several new 2010 additions to the staff as well as announce visions of growth for 2011 and beyond.

Kristin Sanford joined the Infusion Strategies team as the new Strategic Sales Associate. With 4 years of sales and marketing experience, Sanford will be using her enthusiasm and experience to distinguish her client’s needs and develop strategic marketing opportunities. As Strategic Sales Associate of Infusion Strategies, Sanford will analyze our current partnerships to develop ways to expand our affiliations while cultivating new alliances within the industry.

Charlie Moore joined the Bulldog Media Group, Inc family as Marketing Manager. With over 15 years of sales, marketing, and customer relations experience, Moore will be responsible for the overall marketing, public awareness, and perception of Bulldog Media Group, Inc and each of its divisions.

Two new web application developers were added to provide additional technical support and development for The RewardsRunner Network, Dan Buresh and Steve Wolterstorff. Buresh and Wolterstorff bring additionally advanced experience, education and knowledge to the company and the RewardsRunner division that will greatly impact future development.

Along with new staff members, will be the acknowledgement of longevity awards.

Scott Delzer, Infusion Strategies Division Development Director, has recently celebrated 10 years with Bulldog Media Group. Since joining Bulldog Media Group, Inc. he has served in a number of roles including e-Business Product Manger, e-Marketing Account Executive, and CommissionSoup Manager. Delzer has been with this company during all the changes, growth, and diversification and has always brought forth ideas for change and an attitude that ‘change is good’. “The growth and success of our company is largely dependent on having strong and capable staff members such as Delzer”, stated Namken. “We are thankful for the years of service he has with, and continues to give, Bulldog Media Group.”

Also celebrating a milestone is Lisa Robson, CommissionSoup Division Development Director. Robson began as a Client Service Associate and then was promoted to Quality Control Manager in December of 2006 and then again to Division Director in March of 2008. “Her promotions are a tribute to her work ethic and contributions to this company”, stated Camelyn Sims, Operations Manager. “Robson’s willingness to go the extra mile to make her department successful is truly amazing”.

About Bulldog Media Group, Inc: Bulldog Media Group, Inc. provides a wide range of online marketing services to help marketers reach targeted consumers and better monetize their online audience. We specialize in online marketing through a variety of platforms including lead generation, data management, email marketing, an affiliate network, and display advertising to provide flexible and complete solutions with exceptional campaign performance.

Infusion Strategies names Kristin Sanford as their new Strategic Sales Associate

Infusion Strategies names Kristin Sanford as their new Strategic Sales Associate. Sanford combines a passion for seeing businesses grow through the successful implementation of a client specific strategy with 4 years of sales and marketing experience to Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Sanford will be using her enthusiasm and experience to distinguish her client’s needs and develop strategic marketing opportunities.

As Strategic Sales Associate of Infusion Strategies, Sanford will analyze our current partnerships to develop ways to expand our affiliations while cultivating new alliances within our industry.

Prior to signing on with Infusion Strategies, Sanford’s experience in sales and marketing displayed her enthusiasm for facilitating business’ growth through the completion of a well-designed and thought-out strategy. Her ability to develop and implement successful strategies for her clients is attributed to her strength of building relationships with her clients and fully understanding the company's needs and goals.

Infusion Strategies, a division of Bulldog Media Group, Inc., provides strategic direction and comprehensive solutions through their lead generation, data management, and customer acquisition services. Infusion Strategies provides the solution of combination of opportunities to acquire, monetize, or maintain current or potential customers.

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. to exhibit at Ad Tech

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will be attending the Ad:Tech New York conference and exhibition taking place November 3rd and 4th, 2010, at the New York City Javits Center.

Bulldog Media Group will be present at booth #1638 Wednesday, November 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Thursday, November 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our booth is a meeting spot for teaching, learning, closing deals, creating partnerships and finding new opportunities.

Ad:Tech, the largest digital marketing tradeshow and conference in the world, will introduce brand marketers and merchants to Bulldog Media Group's online marketing solutions.

If you will be attending Ad:Tech, schedule a meeting with a Bulldog Media Group representative to learn about the numerous programs, partnerships and benefits of working with the best. Visit www.bulldogmediagroup.com to learn more.

About Bulldog Media Group:

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. is a privately held company, founded in 2000 as CreditSoup, Inc. We provide our business partners with online marketing solutions through CommissionSoup, our CPA affiliate network; Infusion Strategies, our Lead Generation and Data Management division; as well as media buys and other complete marketing solutions through our sister company, The Rewards Runner Network™.

2010-2011 Scholarship Winner Announced

In 2002 Bulldog Media Group, Inc. established a scholarship fund to be awarded annually to new High School graduates planning to attend Dakota State University. The $1,000 scholarship is open to high school seniors from schools of which employees at Bulldog Media Group are alumni.
This year we have awarded our eighth annual scholarship to Kelsey Warns of Madison, S.D.

Kelsey is planning to attend Dakota State University to pursue a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Reading and/or Math. While attending Madison High School Kelsey was active in many activities and honored by many organizations for her involvement and leadership characteristics. Congratulations Kelsey!

In August 2009, CreditSoup, Inc. changed its corporate name to Bulldog Media Group, Inc. when new divisions, Infusion Strategies and The RewardsRunner Network, were launched. Bulldog Media Group, Inc. provides online marketing solutions through CommissionSoup, our CPA affiliate network; Infusion Strategies, our Lead Generation and Data Management division; as well as media buys and other complete marketing solutions through The RewardsRunner Network™ division.

Infusion Strategies Continues Growth

Infusion Strategies is continuing to see strong growth in the utilization of their eREACH Delivery system for data management. To support this growth, Bethany Lembcke has joined the team as an Email Marketing Assistant. Bethany will assist Angela Peters, Email Marketing Coordinator, in many aspects of email marketing including scheduling, reporting, and various other data management components. Bethany’s previous experience and knowledge will be put to use as she continues to provide support and expertise in her new position.

Infusion Strategies provides strategic direction and comprehensive solutions through lead generation, data management, and customer acquisition services. Infusion Strategies’ proprietary eREACH delivery system provides maximized deliverability, increasing sales. Whether you’re looking to acquire, monetize, or maintain current or potential customers, Infusion Strategies has the solutions or combination of opportunities to accomplish any objective.

Bulldog Media Group Wins Growth and Achievement Award

On January 28, 2010, during its annual meeting, the Lake Area Improvement Corporation (LAIC) announced that Bulldog Media Group, Inc. was the recipient of the LAIC 2009 Growth and Achievement Award. The management team of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. was present to accept this award.

During the last 10 years, Bulldog Media Group, Inc. has built its company in the Madison community through continued growth and diversification. Major changes and opportunities took shape in 2009 when CreditSoup, Inc. underwent a name change to become Bulldog Media Group, Inc. and officially launched two new divisions, Infusion Strategies and The RewardsRunner Network™. The addition of the new divisions has created growth opportunities, not only in the addition of staff, but for the company’s initiatives overall, which led to the recognition received.

Under the direction of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. President, Darin Namken and with input and resources from Dwaine Chapel of the LAIC and Russ Olson of Heartland Consumers Power District, The RewardsRunner Network™ has become a reality. The RewardsRunner Network™ has an online cash back shopping site and is estimated to bring in an additional 25 employees to Bulldog Media Group, Inc. and the Madison community over the next couple of years.

President of Bulldog Media Group, Inc., Darin Namken states, “There is no better place to be located, our strong Midwestern work ethics and abundance of talented individuals makes Madison the perfect place for our business to grow.”

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years in Business

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. is celebrating 10 years in business! Operations began for CreditSoup, Inc in a small home office. Fast forward ten years to a company who has undergone a name change, occupies 6,000 square feet of office space, employs a staff of 25, and continues to lead the field of online marketing.

"It’s been 10 years. Long and difficult at times and full of challenges, but very fulfilling", states Darin Namken, President of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. "The growth and success that has come over these 10 years will continue as we strive to improve on everything we do."

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. is comprised of three divisions allowing them to provide complete online marketing solutions. CommissionSoup is a successful performance-based affiliate network. Promoting new and well-known products through their strong base of affiliates, CommissionSoup and their qResults system continues to be the backbone of Bulldog Media Group, Inc.

The Infusion Strategies division manages the lead generation, list management, and customer acquisition efforts. Formerly under the CommissionSoup umbrella, the addition of enhanced technologies, key personnel and marketing strategies has lead to a separation and new division under the leadership of long time employee, Scott Delzer.

The newest division, The RewardsRunner Network™, will reward customers for every purchase made online through RewardsRunner.com or a RewardsRunner Network™ branded site. This cash back shopping network of sites will make shopping an individualized experience for its members; proving to be both enjoyable and profitable for online shoppers.

With the expansion of new divisions also comes the expansion of a new product, The RewardsRunner™ Prepaid Card, which is owned and operated by Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Namken stated, "Our financial experience and marketing expertise makes this a perfect match and we look forward to great success with this product."

Namken states, "Looking back on where we started and how far we have come, only makes us more excited about where we are headed."

Bulldog Media Group Hosts 7th Annual Holiday Social

Bulldog Media Group, Inc. hosted the 7th annual Holiday Social on December 3, 2009 at the corporate office in Madison, SD. The Holiday Social allows for business partners and community members to learn about the field of online marketing and the services that Bulldog Media Group, Inc. provides as well as to get acquainted with the current staff.

Darin Namken, President of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. had several announcements regarding a new name, new divisions, new staff, and new products. Mike Waldner, Division Development Director, is launching The RewardsRunner Network™ with www.RewardsRunner.com in beta testing expecting a full launch before Christmas. Infusion Strategies is under the management of Scott Delzer and consists of the List Management, Lead Generation and Customer Acquisitions portions of Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Lisa Robson directs the operations of our longest running division, CommissionSoup, our successful CPA Affiliate Network. Camelyn Sims oversees all of the divisions as the Operations Manager of Bulldog Media Group, Inc.

With the addition of new divisions came the decision to change the corporate name from CreditSoup, Inc. to Bulldog Media Group, Inc. Looking to the values and roots of the co-founders, Darin Namken, Todd Knodel and Chad Ekroth; being family-orientated and having a strong belief in a solid education and solid community presence, the name was inspired by the bulldog mascot of the Madison Central School District and ‘Media Group’ encompasses the whole media company.

Two very new employees were added to the staff, Eric Backstrom has been hired as the Marketing Manager and Autumn Rasmussen has joined the RewardsRunner™ division as a Strategic Marketing Coordinator. "We are very excited about the experience and professionalism that these two individuals possess," stated Namken. "We will be putting their intelligence to good use."

Namken continued with announcements by stating "The newest product we will be marketing will be our own prepaid card…The RewardsRunner Prepaid Card." He stated, "Our financial experience and marketing expertise makes this a perfect match and we look forward to great success with this product."

"In January 2010 Bulldog Media Group, Inc. will celebrate 10 years in business," declared Namken. "As one of the longest running Online Marketing Company’s, Bulldog Media Group, Inc. has made great strides in this field and with the help of great employees and business partners we are excited about the challenges and opportunities that are ahead for the next 10 years."

The evening continued with good food, good drinks and good conversation.

CreditSoup, Inc. Announces Name Change and Launches New Divisions

Our mission at CreditSoup, Inc. is to achieve and maintain a position of unparalleled excellence within the online marketing industry. In order to more accurately reflect our company's broad initiatives in online marketing, we are changing our corporate name to Bulldog Media Group, Inc.

Along with a new name, we have added the new divisions of The RewardsRunner Network™ and Infusion Strategies. The RewardsRunner Network™ has been in research and development for some time and is expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2009. The RewardsRunner Network™ will reward customers for every purchase made online through RewardsRunner.com™ or a RewardsRunner Network™ branded site. This online shopping solution connects and builds relationships with customers while creating new revenue sources for its partners.

Infusion Strategies will formally organize the lead generation, data management, and customer acquisition efforts that have been operating under the CommissionSoup umbrella. The addition of key personnel, enhanced technologies, and additional marketing strategies has led these services to experience substantial growth. The new division will allow these opportunities to be available to other partners to provide strategic direction and comprehensive solutions to their marketing efforts.

Camelyn Sims will continue as the General Operations Manager of all the divisions under the Bulldog Media Group umbrella. Long time employee Scott Delzer will head up the Infusion Strategies division. Lisa Robson will lead the direction of CommissionSoup, our successful affiliate marketing division. The RewardsRunner Network™ will be under the supervision of Mike Waldner, who joined the company in 2008 to develop and manage this division.

As research began for a new corporate name, CreditSoup, Inc. looked to its company values and roots for insight. Being a family-oriented company that believes in a solid education and a solid community presence, the name was inspired by the bulldog mascot of the Madison Central School District and ´Media Group´ encompasses the whole media company.