Q&A with Tom O'Regan, CEO at Madison Logic

MEDIA 7 | January 9, 2020

Sangram Vajre, Co-Founder & Chief Evangelist at Terminus is also an author and host of the podcast FlipmyFunnel. He is one of the leading minds in B2B marketing. MEDIA 7: What are you passionate about? SANGRAM VAJRE: Three things: Lead professionally. Grow personally. Love family. M7: Terminus has been recognized as one of Georgia’s 40 fastest-growing companies by ACG Atlanta. What factors contribute to this pace? SV: One of our core values is #OneTeam – which means we think and act as one team and know that if we treat our team right, they will treat our customers amazing. There are no great companies, only great people that make those companies.

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Media 7 | May 28, 2020

Andy Brown, Chief Executive Officer at ENGAGE has worked in the research and consulting industry for 25 years. He was previously a Partner at Mercer Consulting, a Global Practice Leader at The Empower Group (the strategic consulting division of Manpower), Managing Director of YouGov Consulting and Head of Research at The Gallup Organization. Andy co-founded ENGAGE and has worked for the company since 2008 and, in 2013, co-led an MBO of the firm. He works with CEOs, boards and executive teams in FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 firms, as well as with a range of fast-growing entrepreneurial start-ups. MEDIA 7: What are you most passionate about? ANDY BROWN: I’m passionate about four key things: helping organisations improve their performance; helping leaders to be as effective as possible; helping employees to feel a sense of purpose in their work; and, of course, my family!

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Media 7 | April 22, 2020

Cameron Worth, CEO & Founder of SharpEnd leads the company’s mission to help brands move closer than ever to consumers by connecting packaging, retail and experiential activity. He is a regular speaker and writer on how to build brands in a connected world. He has spoken at Cannes, the Festival of Marketing, LuxePack Monaco and New York, Ad:Week Europe and New York, DMA, the Connected Consumer Conference, Mobile World Congress and the IoT World Forum. MEDIA 7: How did the idea of “the agency of things” come to your mind? CAMERON WORTH: SharpEnd was created in 2015 as the world’s first Internet of Things focused agency, so there is a slight play on words when we say we’re the Agency of Things. I think the idea of giving things their own agency is an interesting concept, and the strapline fits our capabilities on multiple levels. M7: In what way does technology drive the association of SharpEnd with global brands? What approaches are followed to enable sustainability? CW: Our simple proposition is to help build brands in a connected world, and to do that you must always start with identified consumer needs or pain points and look at technology as just an enabler to deliver an appropriate solution (when appropriate).  Take the issue of sustainability, which is often a pain point for brands that grapple with issues such as how we can reward sustainable behaviour change. One of our approaches to this could be to look at communicating the recycling credentials of the different products. Whilst the consumer can engage with a product as part of a wider consumer experience, the same technology could also house content that could tell you whether the product is recyclable, which type of bin it goes in etc. SharpEnd’s work with Unilever is a case in point. We built a digital product that incentivised recycling through gamification but also served to educate through informing people how and where to recycle in a clear fashion. All users had to do was simply scan their packaging to have all this information at their disposal.

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BUSINESS STRATEGY

Businesswire | May 29, 2023

HR Done Right LLC®, a leading provider of human resources (HR) solutions for small businesses, announced today that it has expanded its team of accredited HR professionals. This allows them to serve a broader customer base in their specialty industries of manufacturing, construction, retail, professional services and marketing. “We’re delighted to welcome additional elite HR consultants to our team,” said Keisha Shaw, senior consultant and owner of HR Done Right. “These seasoned professionals join our existing consultants in bringing more than 25 years of HR experience each to our company and to our customers.” HR Done Right is known for supporting small businesses with complete HR services, from straightforward payroll management and data-driven support tools, through legal compliance and benefits administration packages, and more. The company tailors its expertise and knowledge to match each customer’s budget and industry, helping them ensure compliance, reduce risks, and increase employee engagement. “For small business owners, managing employees and HR functions can be overwhelming because it requires a high level of expertise, resources and time," Shaw said. "HR rules change frequently, and small businesses need an outsourcing partner they can trust. I’m delighted to expand our services and give more small businesses time to focus on their core operations.” HR Done Right offers flexible and affordable pricing plans, so small businesses can choose a level of support that suits their needs and budget. HR Done Right experts are professionally trained and accredited to help their customers comply with all local and federal regulations. About HR Done Right HR Done Right is a leading provider of outsourced human resources guidance for small businesses. Their team of seasoned HR professionals, legal advisors and compliance specialists have the expertise to develop custom, cost-effective solutions that help small businesses succeed. Their educationally accredited team is equipped to manage employee relations, legal compliance, recruitment, benefits administration, strategic planning, continuous improvement, leadership development, and a range of other HR duties, so that small businesses can focus on their core operations.

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BUSINESS STRATEGY

PRnewswire | May 30, 2023

The U.S. Small Business Administration's Sacramento District Office has named Apex Site Solutions the Sacramento District Office Veteran-owned Small Business of the Year. This honor highlights the innovation, ingenuity, and determination of this remarkable company. "The greatest award our company can receive is centered on service - serving our customers, our family, our community and our country," said Kenny Blakeslee, CEO/President of Apex Site Solutions. As a United States Navy veteran, Blakeslee is grounded on service. His military training laid the foundation of his success and his creed to be 1% better every day. U.S. Small Business Administration, Sacramento District Office District Director, Heather Luzzi, said, "Celebrating small business achievement and resilience is not something we get to do every day, but we can during the first week of May during National Small Business Week." The winners were recognized during the Capital Region Small Business Week.Last year, Blakeslee was celebrated as a 40 under 40 honoree by the Sacramento Business Journal for his leadership of his organization. About Apex Site Solutions Apex Site Solutions offers advanced construction and technical expertise for the wireless industry, proudly connecting the Western United States since 2010. The mission of the organization is to transform lives by providing growth and development opportunities that empower our TRIBE.Apex Site Solutions' commitment to rise above doesn't stop with our customers. The growth of Apex isn't just about filling jobs; it's designed to launch and develop careers that positively impact families and future generations. Growth and advancement of team members is a core component of our mission and includes extensive training, career development and competitive comprehensive compensation packages. About the U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, or expand their businesses.

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TECHNOLOGY

Businesswire | June 01, 2023

Weave , the all-in-one customer communication and engagement platform for small- and medium-sized businesses, today announces a slate of new features designed to enable more offices to leverage remote or hybrid staff including Softphones and several significant improvements to Weave’s mobile application. The new capabilities will enable teams to answer calls and communicate with patients from anywhere within the US and Canada, no matter if they’re in the office or outside of it. Remote work has transformed nearly every industry and small business owners now require the freedom to answer calls from anywhere while working from multi-office locations, at home or on the go, to ultimately provide customers with the seamless experiences they expect. Flexibility is a priority for small business owners and Weave’s new capabilities enable businesses to provide employees with the ability to work remotely, gain access to larger employee candidate bases amid ongoing labor shortages, and deliver enhanced experiences to customers. “The ability to take your work with you wherever you go is a powerful, necessary advantage in today’s work environments,” said Brett White, CEO of Weave. “Nearly 4 in 5 of our customers offer remote work in some capacity. Weave Softphones will not only provide business owners with increased flexibility, but will also open revenue opportunities for businesses to take advantage of new customer segments, expand employee talent, and facilitate remote office management.” “Weave Softphones are a wonderful addition,” said Dr. Jeffrey Ellis, MD, Board Certified Dermatologist. “We are using them for our staff who work offsite, full-time or part time as it keeps them connected to the office in a much better way. My staff in the office also like it because it makes it much easier to call someone directly from the desktop app, and a headset is comfortable for anyone with neck pain.” The release of Weave Softphones follows various new product and integration launches in recent months, including Online Bill Pay, Response Assistant, Bulk Texting, Online Scheduling & Text Connect, Insurance Verification, Phone Analytics, and more. About Weave Weave is the all-in-one customer communication and engagement platform for small- and medium-sized businesses. From the first phone call to the final invoice and every touchpoint in between, Weave connects the entire customer journey. Weave’s software solutions transform how local businesses attract, communicate with and engage customers to grow their business. Weave has set the bar for Utah startup achievement & work culture. In the past year, Weave has been named a G2 leader in Patient Engagement, Optometry, Dental Practice Management and Patient Relationship Management software.

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