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KMK Media Promotes Hall

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media promoted Ethan Hall to Web/Multimedia Developer. Hall handles web development, video editing, motion graphics and other projects for KMK Media Group’s corporate, educational, government and non-profit clients.

Hall is a Rockford University graduate, having majored in computer science with minors in graphic design and psychology. Hall lives in Roscoe, IL with his wife and children.

In business for more than 25 years, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Wins Gold International MARCOM AWARD

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group received a Gold Marcom International Award for its creative work for Pearson. KMK Media won for its production of the “Welcome to the Midwest” 30-second television spot for Pearson Plumbing, Heating & Pest Control. The animated commercial highlights the year-round HVAC services offered by Pearson to residential customers across Northern Illinois.

The Marcom awards are administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP). The competition honors excellence in marketing and communications work and is one of the largest creative competitions in the world, drawing approximately 6,500 international entries annually.

“We are proud our creative storytelling for our clients received the highest recognition at an international level,” said Pam Maher, the President/CEO of KMK Media Group.

KMK Media earned a national silver W3 website award last month for its development of the North Suburban Library website.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Wins Web Award from National Visual Art Academy

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, a woman-owned marketing firm based in Rockford, earned a Silver W3 award from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts for its design of the North Suburban Library District website. The site is found at https://www.northsuburbanlibrary.org/.

“We are proud to know our work is industry-recognized and delivers results for our clients,” said Pam Maher, President/CEO of KMK Media Group.

There were over 3,000 entries to the academy for the 2022 awards. Website entries were judged on creativity, usability, navigation, functionality, visual design, and ease of use.

The North Suburban Library District is a leading resource of educational services within the community, offering easy access to essential learning materials online and in print.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Develops New Website For Modern Plating

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group launched a new website for Modern Plating Corporation. The site, https://www.modernplating.com/, showcases the manufacturer’s proprietary coatings and finishes for products including cars made by major automobile manufacturers. The site includes a searchable tool to find the correct finish by make and model.

Modern Plating, with offices in Freeport, IL and Elizabethtown, KY, is one of the largest zinc alloy plating providers in the United States.

In business for nearly 25 years, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media and Rochelle Community Hospital Win Illinois Healthcare Marketing Pinnacle Award

(Rockford, IL) …KMK Media’s work with Rochelle Community Hospital was recognized with the highest-level statewide Pinnacle Award from the Illinois Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations organization (ISHMPR).

The KMK Media-produced video “The Story of Rylan and Sonic the Hedgehog” earned the competition’s highest Award of Excellence in the Video Production category. The video features orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gadini Delisca, his 3-year-old patient, Rylan and his stuffed friend, Sonic the Hedgehog. It portrays the high level of orthopedic care provided to all ages at Rochelle Community Hospital and was used for digital marketing.

“KMK Media works with several healthcare clients in the Northern Illinois region and understands communication is key to understanding what’s available in your community,” said KMK CEO Pam Maher. “We love working with Rochelle Community Hospital to promote its excellent providers and care it offers to the community it serves.”

A total of 63 entries were submitted from 25 healthcare networks, hospitals and vendors throughout the state. The entries, which spanned a total of 19 different categories, were judged based on their own merit in accordance with established criteria for project planning, implementation and overall results.

Rochelle Community Hospital is a leading rural community hospital, offering convenience combined with high-quality care to those it serves from its hospital, convenient care clinic, and health and wellness center.

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KMK Media Launches Website to Boost Apprenticeship Applicants for Skilled Trades

(Rockford, IL) … With 30% of high school students considering a career in the trades and the demand expected to grow through 2030 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, KMK Media Group helped one local trade union boost its online profile, launching a new website aimed at apprenticeship opportunities.

The site, https://www.apprenticeshiplocal11.com/, profiles the increasing demand for plasterers and cement masons whose job security is estimated to continue growing through 2030, resulting in nearly 400,000 new jobs.

The new vocational website provides information about jobs and benefits, training and applying for an apprenticeship.

In business for nearly 25 years, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Hired by St. Charles Commercial Building Supplier

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, Inc was hired by Architectural Building Solutions based in St. Charles, Illinois, to create its website and manage its social media and email marketing, communicating its work with roofing and building exteriors.  

Architectural Building Solutions works with customers across the Midwest to supply building materials that fit the specific application, are environmentally friendly, and are made and tested by proven manufacturers.        

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Creates Series of Videos for Rochelle Community Hospital

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, Inc is working with Rochelle Community Hospital to create a series of videos introducing the hospital’s healthcare workers to the community. The first video features nurse practitioner Stephanie Crawford, who grew up in the area and returned to serve her community through the Family Healthcare Clinic. Future videos will continue to highlight the breadth of services residents can access in Rochelle and will be found on the RCH website as well as their social media channels. The current video introducing Stephanie Crawford can be found at https://www.rochellehospital.com/find-a-provider/stephaniecrawford/.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Works with Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to Announce Skating Championships

(Rockford, IL) June 7, 2022… KMK Media Group, a marketing communications firm in Rockford, IL designed marketing materials and organized a press conference with the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to announce the 2023 Midwestern & Pacific Coast Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships.

KMK designed a custom logo, six large-scale signs and skater silhouettes measuring 4’ x 6’. They also invited the press and handled all organization of this exciting announcement.

The sectionals will be held January 23 - 29 at BMO Harris Bank Center. The event is expected to generate $2.1 million in economic activity.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Launches Website for North Suburban Library District

(Rockford, IL)  May 23, 2022…KMK Media Group developed and launched a new website for the North Suburban Library District at www.northsuburbanlibrary.org.  With locations in Loves Park and Roscoe, NSLD provides the community with critical resources and programs for adults, teens and children. With a fun, colorful palette, the new website highlights all their amazing services - like a searchable online book database, resources to help students with homework, reading suggestions for all ages and much more!

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning, woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, marketing, ad campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Creates Oral Health Videos for Winnebago County Health Department

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, Inc worked with the Winnebago County Heath Department to create a trio of videos aimed at educating parents on the importance of oral health for pregnant mothers, babies and toddlers. The videos will be beneficial to community parents for years to come and will be promoted on social media and other digital media outlets.

The Winnebago County Health Department provides services designed to protect, promote and maintain the health of Winnebago County residents.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing.

KMK Media Hired by The International Women’s Baseball Center

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, Inc. was hired by the International Women’s Baseball Center to assist with marketing for capital campaign fundraising efforts.

The International Women’s Baseball Center is planned for Beyer Field in Rockford and will include an activity center and museum with a goal to protect, preserve, and promote all aspects of women’s baseball, both on and off the field. The facility will also honor the historic Rockford Peaches women’s baseball team.  The IWBC strives to inspire the next generation of players and sports enthusiasts while paying homage to the historic Rockford Peaches women’s baseball team.  Learn more at https://www.internationalwomensbaseballcenter.org/.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in website development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns, and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Helps Hononegah High School with Employee Recruitment Marketing

(Rockford, IL)…KMK Media Group was hired by Hononegah High School to develop staff recruitment marketing materials including signage and collateral.

With an 89% graduation rate, Hononegah is a student-centered four-year high school serving 2,000 students in Northern Illinois and offering very attractive beginning compensation packages for new employees and teachers. Openings are listed on Hononegah.org. 

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning, woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, marketing, ad campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Coordinates Band Bookings for Hard Rock

(Rockford, IL)  March 3, 2022…Interested in having your band play at the Rockford Casino—a Hard Rock Opening Act?  Visit https://rockfordcasinobands.com to fill out an online form and submit your band for consideration. 

KMK Media Group, the Rockford-based marketing firm hired by the Rockford Casino, is accepting applications and booking regional musical groups interested in playing at various Hard Rock Rockford weekday and weekend events.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning, woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, marketing, ad campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Hired by Rochelle Community Hospital

(Rockford, IL) … KMK Media Group, Inc. was hired by Rochelle Community Hospital to manage social media marketing, public relations and video storytelling, communicating the impactful relationships and outcomes between the hospital’s providers and patients.

Rochelle Community Hospital is a leading rural community hospital, offering convenience combined with high-quality care to those it serves from its hospital, convenient care clinic, and health and wellness center.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

KMK Media Designs Website for Alpha Controls and Services

(Rockford, IL)  February 18, 2022…KMK Media Group developed and launched a new website for Alpha Controls & Services at www.alphaacs.com. The Rockford-based company installs and services building automation systems for companies across the Midwest, saving organizations money and increasing building efficiency. The new website details those advanced technologies plus training options and industry partners.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning, woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, marketing, ad campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.

City of Rockford and State of Illinois Certify KMK Media Group as Woman Business Enterprise (WBE)

(Rockford, IL) … On the heels of receiving state certification, KMK Media Group also received certification from the City of Rockford as a “Woman Business Enterprise” (WBE). The Rockford-based marketing firm is owned by Pam Maher and has been in business for 23 years.

KMK Media worked through a lengthy state application process in addition to paperwork from the City of Rockford to attain the minority business-owned designation. The firm’s certification covers public relations, ad agency services, marketing, graphic design, video production, website development and social media work.

In business for more than two decades, KMK Media Group is an award-winning woman-owned marketing firm specializing in web site development, graphic design, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media marketing. www.kmkmedia.com.