Calling all Innovators & Entrepreneurs, we need your help & your green VOTE !!

As with any Irish technology company, we all suffer unique challenges when growing business internationally. As a country we have a small population so we struggle when trying to make as much noise as our International competitors. Even places we assume are tiny states such as Haiti & Togo have twice and three times our population.

Hence we need your help…

One of our company’s, Surface Power HONE which has developed a revolutionary “daylight” powered Nano-heat engine technology is short-listed (final 18 was judged by experts) for the 2Degrees Champions Award –  “Innovation of the Year” which is the world’s leading collaboration platform and service for sustainable business with over 46,500 members from 177 countries. https://www.2degreesnetwork.com/

Surface Power HONE has nearly 7,000 installations of this patented technology over 8 countries to date and it has been kept fairly secretive until recently. The technology was field tested in the West of Ireland & New Zealand as the daylight levels are some of the lowest in the OECD. In short, it replaces the use of oil and gas for heating and cooling with free daylight. Have a look at LIVE customers on our website such as the UK National Health Service running their hospital’s central heating on free “daylight” (sounds mad but true !!)

The next phase of the 2Degrees “Innovation of the Year Awards” is a voting stage which will reduce the final 18 to 5 for the big awards ceremony and we need your help and your vote. 

Although already in the short-list of 18, we are the only Irish Technology company in this shortlist and are up against huge players such as Nestle, General Motors & B&Q.

You can vote for us by clicking the link below to get us into the final 5 and we thank you in advance for that vote. Be sure to tweet it afterwards using the link so we can personally send you a thank you tweet. Go raibh maith agat as do chabhair.

Best Regards, John Quinn, CEO. (Twitter – @johnquinn_irl )

Read our story and VOTE from below.

https://www.2degreesnetwork.com/groups/2degrees-community/resources/surface-powers-nano-engine-harvests-light-generate-heating-and-cooling/

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QRVO: Print Partners Opportunities

QRVO is an innovative Information Gateway suitable for numerous advertising/branding and promotional applications. Based on the original QR code, developed by Denso Wave, the high capacity code now offers greater flexibility, a consumer friendly voice over and is linked to Analytics. The Alpha Numeric code is provided in a print ready format, with selected customer, text, graphics, and video, content.

Users simply scan the code with a Smart Phone or Mobile device, no URLs, no password, no user details. Content is a near immediate download. Most Smart Phones now have inbuilt scan options

QRVO clients determine the content. The level of scan activity can be monitored by Analytics. The code remains intact and the content can be changed remotely. The client determines the content, evaluates the campaign and can alter the content to match demand.

QRVO Print Partner network in Ireland

We are seeking to establish a QRVO Print Partner network in Ireland. This offers an integrated upsell opportunity to the print sector. The QRVO code is a major additional promotional/marketing/advertising tool for the existing customer base. The once humble business card will continue to display primary contact details, and can offer a video presentation on a new service or product. Some customers may opt to provide a special offer, voucher.

The bespoke QRVO is provided in a print ready format. The customer determines the content and deployment. The code can be deployed on business cards, conventional publication, brochures, Labels, till receipts, headed paper, outgoing mails, signage and packaging. Most importantly the customer can determine the effectiveness through Analytics.

In a marketplace where customer engagement is critical QRVO is simple, customer friendly, innovative and that vital engagement can be evaluated.

If you feel this outline is of interest and merits further discussion, please email info@info@qrvo.ie to contact our sales team

Based on the original code developed by Denso wave, QRVO is re-engineered in Castlebar County Mayo www.qrvo.ie

“This document contains information that is confidential to QRVO and all Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights in this document and all information contained in it shall vest in QRVO”

Witten by John Moran | QRVO Business Development info@qrvo.ie 087 25 27 407. As part of ‘Use SBC as a channel initiative, QRVO has a special 10% discount on Standard QRVO orders to SBC members and readers.

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Four Effective Ways To Enhance Your Online Advertising Efforts

These days, many business owners have come to realize that online advertising is an incredibly effective way to build their business. Because so many people around the world have now made online shopping an integral aspect of their life, using the internet to connect with one’s prospective clients can really send your conversion rates through the roof. In recognizing this reality, you may be ready to start investing your company’s resources into the design and ongoing development of a strong online advertising platform. If you’re ready to get started, consider implementing the following four strategies:

1. Offer Absolutely Amazing Gifts And Prizes

One of the best ways to attract attention to your brand and subsequently optimize conversion rates is to run a contest with an absolutely amazing prize. While giving away a promotional product such as a t-shirt or coffee mug can yield results, offering a truly exceptional gift will really turn a lot of heads and create buzz about your brand. In recognizing this reality, consider running a contest with a mind-blowing prize like a free vacation. If you’re looking for a company through which to purchase a vacation and have all the details secured, consider Royal Holiday. With over 30 years experience in the dynamic travel industry, this company can put together an absolutely amazing vacation package that will leave your contest winner thoroughly impressed.

2. Focus On Your Call To Action

One great strategy you should consider implementing when attempting to optimize your online advertising campaign is to focus on your call to action. This is an incredibly important part of your marketing efforts because it informs your prospective customer that you want them to do something. A great call to action will make it clear to the target audience that taking a specific course of action will be important and advantageous in a significant way. An example of a strong, effective call to action would be: “Fill out the contact information form below and start receiving our free e-newsletter today. Once you register, you’ll get free coupons and other wonderful discounts that help you save on all of our wonderful products.”

3. Be More Philanthropic

One great marketing strategy that many business owners fail to take into consideration is the power of being more philanthropic. As many marketing experts know, having your company engage in philanthropic endeavors is a great way to draw attention to your brand. Many if not most people like to see organizations making positive contributions to their local community and/or the world. Additionally, these individuals will oftentimes be more interested in doing business with you once they realize that you are generally interested in making the world a better place. If you’re ready to start being more philanthropic, note that there are numerous activities you can engage in to make it happen. One particularly effective strategy would be to offer a scholarship to a student who possesses financial need. Also consider the value of local can drives and efforts to preserve the integrity of the environment. To make the online world aware that you’re engaging in these philanthropic endeavors, be sure that you’re talking about them via your website and blog.

Conclusion

Business owners who are ready for their brands to become eCommerce magnets should know that the cultivation of a strong online advertising platform is a great way to make it happen. By implementing some or all of the marketing optimization techniques discussed in the subsequent paragraphs, you will likely find that your business starts to expand in a great way.

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