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CFA is top 3 KEiBA awards finalist!

2010-06-09T14:43:00Z

For the second year running CFA has been selected as a top 3 finalist in the Best Business from the Creative Industries category at the Kent Excellence in Business Awards.

The winner will be announced at a glittering gala dinner and awards presentation on July 1st 2010 at The Historic Dockyard, Chatham.

When choosing the finalists, judges looked for organisations demonstrating outstanding performance in a number of aspects relating to their operations. This included commercial success, a track record of innovation, a commitment to developing the creative industries in the county, positive feedback from clients and strategic plans for growth.

KEiBA is an awards scheme staged and produced by Kent County Council and The KM Group to recognise and reward excellence in Kent's businesses. For more information visit www.keiba.co.uk.

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CFA Copywriting scores a hat-trick!

2010-04-26T09:37:00Z

CFA Copywriting has secured four shortlists at this year's LIFT Awards for clients Renova Developments and Building Better Health - both part of Fulcrum Infrastruture.

Renova Developments has now been shortlisted in three top categories - Design, Innovation and the coveted LIFT Exemplar Award. Building Better Health is up for an Innovation award.

Celebrating the continuing success of the Local Improvement Finance Trust (LIFT) initiative, the 3rd Annual LIFT Awards will take place on Thursday 8th July at The London Hilton, Park Lane.

Specialist Primary Care and Community Facilities development companies, Renova Developments and Building Better Health turned to CFA Copywriting for its reputation in providing the very best in business and marketing writing. And with the added support of an established agency and a growing team of in-house writers, CFA Copywriting is able to tackle projects of any size and nature.

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Ecobuild 2010 a roaring success

2010-04-08T11:12:00Z

With seven CFA clients showcasing their products and services at this year's Ecobuild, we're thrilled to report the show's huge success, which saw thousands of construction professionals walk through its doors.

As part of our full service capabilities, CFA assists exhibiting clients with everything from press packs to stand design and build, including graphics and pre and post publicity. We also ensure account managers are present throughout the event, introducing our clients to key people and assisting them wherever possible.

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Site in safe hands

2010-04-08T11:11:00Z

Specialist insurance broker to the jewellery, diamond and fine art trade, Primassure, has turned to CFA's capable hands for a brand new website.

The site launching later this month has been rebuilt and rebranded to match the quality of Primassure's products and policies. As well as an enhanced user experience, the site is a powerful advertising tool for Primassure to direct potential clients to.

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New site reveals green myths

2010-04-08T10:32:00Z

The New Year has seen a host of companies turn to CFA's digital division to improve their web presence, including REM (Responsible Energy Management).

REM has set itself the task of reducing the carbon emissions of the nation's homes. To help it reach its goals we've created a stunning new website, packed with information and the truth about green myths. See for yourself at www.responsible-energy.co.uk.

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Vive la difference

2010-03-31T16:50:00Z

With no sign of slowing down, CFA has a string of new clients already on board for 2010.

French cladding manufacturer Carea is the latest name to turn to our expert marketing offering. The leading provider of cladding products and services to the French social housing sector, Carea has selected a UK based marketing team after opening its head office in Birmingham.

Carea is the latest win in a string of high profile contracts. Looks like we're on track for a fantastic year at CFA.

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Copy with clout

2010-03-31T16:37:00Z

With a fresh approach to award entries, the CFA copywriting team has taken the 2010 Specialist Awards by storm once again, with industry leader Cantillon taking home the coveted Demolition Award.

Specialist contractor CJ Haughey Construction was also highly commended in the Ground Engineering category as well as coming runner up for the Concrete award.

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ICB shouts it from the rooftops

2010-03-08T12:15:00Z

We are proud to announce that ICB has launched a brand new website designed by the CFA team. The site gives the company the perfect platform to show off its impressive range of sustainable roofing solutions.

Not only is ICB one of the UK's leading suppliers of green roofing systems, it is also a CarbonZero company. The market leading organisation supports an energy-saving carbon offset scheme which has helped to benefit families in Kenya. Not surprisingly, ICB has a lot to be proud of right now. If you want to check out their fantastic range of products then visit www.icb.uk.com.

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The hammer and nails are out as CFA receives its RAR certificate!

2010-02-19T12:18:00Z

CFA has received its certificate from the Recommended Agency Register. Having qualified last October, the listing not only allows prospective clients to see CFA's capabilities, but it also allows existing clients to rate the company on its successes.

The Recommended Agency Register researches companies to assess their standards. It then places the best on a register so that prospective clients can find an agency that meets their specific needs.

Offering a turnkey service from graphic design, copywriting and digital marketing up to a highly professional account management service, CFA is able to take on any project from brochure design to the coordination of national marketing campaigns.

If your business would benefit from a greater profile in the market-place, get in touch today on 01622 754 295 and find out what we can do for you.

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Chartered Institute of Marketing gets the CFA touch

2010-02-19T11:03:00Z

Our very own Managing Director, David Ing, recently held the floor at a Chartered Institute of Marketing event, giving a talk on the future of social networking and how it is set to change the face of marketing.

Titled "Content is King, Conversation is Queen", it examined the massive changes in media and how that will fundamentally affect the way we do business. David was joined by web specialist Jonnie Jenson of TMANDI, who gave his own perspective on the use of social networks in marketing.

Web marketing is at the heart of how CFA does business. With a set of account managers proficient in web communication - as well as a skilled digital team capable of everything from building websites to managing online research - CFA offers a full digital service. If your company's web presence needs a bit of a polish to make you stand out from the crowd, ring us today on 01622 754295 for a friendly chat. Or for a copy of the slides used in David's talk, email david@cfa-group.com.

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Chris jets off with the travel bug

2010-02-15T11:22:00Z

If you haven't heard already, Chris from our creative team is taking a few weeks leave to do a spot of travelling. 2016 hours worth to be precise!

Currently he's in Thailand, where ‘the baked beans are bigger'. But don't worry, he'll be back before we know it with lots of tales and inspiration from afar! And maybe a few of those giant beans!

Already well into his trip, Chris will soon be making his way to Cambodia, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Hawaii. Read what he's been getting up to on his blog.

We look forward to having him back in the CFA office by the summer. But first he's got to zap that bug!

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CFA wins another public sector tender

2010-02-04T16:18:00Z

After going head to head with some of the UK's biggest creative agencies, CFA has once again come away with the prize - a year long Small Design Agency Framework with ConstructionSkills.

This is the second framework CFA has been awarded with the UK's dedicated Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board. In 2009 we were awarded a two year Copywriting Framework which has seen CFA win pitches for and write the content of all 2009 Specialist Newsletters.

The year long Small Design Agency Framework will see CFA pitch for a number of design projects, including newsletters and other corporate documentation for ConstructionSkills. With a dedicated in-house studio of creative design and marketing specialists, we can't wait to get started on our first project!

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Social media: here or hype?

2010-01-19T13:25:00Z

Don't miss CFA's Managing Director, David Ing, speak at the next Chartered Institute of Marketing event, Content is King, Conservation is Queen, on the 17th of February 2010 at Bridgewood Manor Hotel, Chatham in Kent.

Looking at how social media is affecting the future of PR from an agency point of view, David will discuss whether social media is just a fad and how it will affect all of us. He will be speaking with Jonnie Jenson from TMANDI.

Highlighting the massive change the media has been through in the past year and recognising that there are even bigger adjustments to come, Content is King, Conservation is Queen is a must see event.

To book please go to the Chartered Institute of Marketing website or call on +44 (0)1628 427340. Attendance will total one hour of CPD. The price starts at £17.50 for members and studying members.

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Happy new year from CFA!

2010-01-19T10:08:00Z

It's the start of a fresh decade and CFA would like to wish you all a prosperous 2010.

Now back in the office after an enjoyable Christmas break, the team at CFA are looking forward to sinking their teeth into the new year. With a host of exciting projects to be getting on with, we've certainly hit the ground running.

To get your voice heard this year, give us a ring. We offer a full marketing service, from digital to copywriting and PR, so we can be sure to get the attention you deserve.

To have an informal chat about what we can do for you, ring CFA on 01622 754295.

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Let it snow...

2010-01-08T16:22:00Z

As you all know, down here in Maidstone, we've been hit pretty hard with snowballs and there are snowmen slowly taking over the town!

CFA decided the only way to prepare for the snow war, is to get involved!

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CFA says hello to its new web developer!

2009-11-24T16:59:00Z

Having worked as both a freelancer and at top digital companies, Mike Summers has joined CFA's highly professional digital department as a senior web developer. He joins a group of skilled and well trained colleagues who make up the in-demand team.

After learning his trade, Mike spent several years in the North of England working as a freelancer for a wide range of clients. Looking for more security after his time as a lone agent, he worked for a range of organisations before settling in Kent. His spare time is mostly spent playing the guitar and he is a particular fan of blues music.

Allan Steatham, Head of Digital at CFA, is especially glad to have him on the team. "Mike brings a great deal of experience to the table and has settled into the digital department really well. With his solid experience he is going to play a pivotal role in taking the company forward and will offer our clients superb service. We're all wishing him the best as the newest member of the CFA family".

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CFA gets lyrical with British grime rapper Kano

2009-11-24T12:45:00Z

The copywriting team at CFA has been appointed to write a new website for rap artist Kano. The site is to be part of a new campaign from the Department of Children, Schools and Families to promote Diplomas.

With a team of black-belt copywriters in its wings, CFA writes for a diverse range of clients on projects varying from promoting rappers to reviewing video games, drafting promotional editorial pieces and much more.

Comfortable with meeting the challenges of even the most demanding projects, CFA copywriting gives each project the highest levels of personal attention from conception through to completion.

With project management and administration systems in place, CFA's copywriters are committed to delivering on brief, on budget and on time. To find out how our first class copy could help you stand above the rest, get in touch on 01622 754 295.

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Kent Foundation gets boost from CFA

2009-11-12T16:54:00Z

Set up to help ambitious young entrepreneurs and business people realise their dreams, the Kent Foundation turned to CFA to raise its profile. Following a competitive pitch, CFA was glad to step up to the plate for the invaluable local organisation which is funded by Kent County Council.

Kent Foundation asked CFA to create a brochure so potential users of its services could be made aware of what the foundation offered. The end product, a striking and inspirational eight page A5 booklet featuring seven additional datasheets highlighting useful services offered by other organisations, met exactly the Kent Foundation's brief. The brochure is to be supported with a new website.

Offering a turnkey service from graphic design, copywriting and digital marketing up to a highly professional account management service, CFA is always glad to work with companies from Kent. With the capacity to take on any project from designing flyers all the way to planning and orchestrating national media campaigns, CFA has all the capacities to make Kentish businesses shine - right on their doorstep.

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CFA becomes recommended agency

2009-11-12T16:10:00Z

The Recommended Agency Register has recently added CFA to its roster of approved marketing suppliers. Researching companies to assess their standards, it then places the best on a register so that prospective clients can find an agency that meets their specific needs.

Not only does the listing allow prospective clients to see CFA's capabilities, but it also allows existing clients to rate the company on its successes. The Recommended Agency Register is partnered to The Carnyx Group who produce a range of publishing titles for the creative, architectural and legal communities, including award winning magazine, The Drum.

CFA offers a full in-house service for clients including digital marketing, graphic design and copywriting, all run by a team of seasoned account managers. Able to take on any project from brochure design right up to the coordination of national marketing campaigns, the company has experience across a wide range of industries.

If your business would benefit from a greater profile in the market-place, get in touch today on 01622 754 295 and find out what we can do for you.

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CFA wins Disney copywriting project!

2009-11-12T16:09:00Z

CFA's copywriting team was recently enlisted by Disney to provide web copy for one of its new products.

CFA's copywriters work for a wide range of clients, including Sony, Total Jobs Group and Direct.gov.uk, and produce a diverse range of professional copy to meet the needs of any business.

From features to creative copy, the seasoned team is accustomed to meeting the challenges of the most demanding projects. Every client is assigned a dedicated account manager and hands on copywriters. Their job is to give your project the highest levels of personal attention from conception through to proof-reading.

With project management and administration systems in place, CFA's copywriters are committed to delivering on brief, on budget and on time. If you feel that your company needs high quality writing to make you stand out from the crowd, then don't hesitate to contact us on 01622 754 295.

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