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MARIETTA, GA – November 7, 2009
Sellier Design Incorporated Receives 2009 Best of Business Award

Small Business Commerce Association's Award Honors the Achievement

SAN FRANCISCO, November 7, 2009, Sellier Design Incorporated has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Graphic arts and related design category by the Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA)

The Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is pleased to announce that Sellier Design Incorporated has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Graphic arts and related design category.

The SBCA 2009 Award Program recognizes the top 5% of small businesses throughout the country. Using statistical research and consumer feedback, the SBCA identifies companies that we believe have demonstrated what makes small businesses a vital part of the American economy. The selection committee chooses the award winners from nominees based off statistical research and also information taken from monthly surveys administered by the SBCA, a review of consumer rankings, and other consumer reports. Award winners are a valuable asset to their community and exemplify what makes small businesses great.

About Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA)

Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is a San Francisco based organization. The SBCA is a private sector entity that aims to provide tactical guidance with many day to day issues that small business owners face. In addition to our main goal of providing a central repository of small business operational advice; we use consumer feedback to identify companies that exemplify what makes small business a vital part of the American economy.

SOURCE: Small Business Commerce Association

CONTACT:
Small Business Commerce Association
Email: Press@SBCAAwards.org
URL: http://www.SBCAAwards.org

MARIETTA, GA – April 30, 2009
Sellier Design Tops 7 AGDA Wins in ‘08 With 8 AGDA Wins in '09

Sellier Design hauled in another eight corporate identity awards, including two BEST OF CATEGORY nods, at the American Graphic Design & Advertising's 25th anniversary competition. The eight awards at AGDA 25 surpass the seven awards handed to Sellier Design last year at the AGDA's ADI 24 Awards.

The AGDA competition, which changed its name from the American Corporate Identity (ADI) Awards this year to coincide with its silver anniversary celebration, named Sellier Design a BEST OF CATEGORY creative firm. With this overwhelming acknowledgment, Sellier Design continues to be recognized as one of the top corporate design firms in America.

Receiving tens of thousands of international submissions and representing as many or more creatives, AGDA is known as the premier showcase for the best graphic design and advertising in America. No more than 30% of submitted entries are chosen as winners, and each is titled with an Award of Distinction. AGDA's Award of Distinction indicates the honored work exceeds industry standard in both concept and execution. Judging by a panel of industry experts is based on originality, technical execution skill, presentation and effectiveness of communication.

The full list of Sellier Design's AGDA 25 awards includes: 1) the BEST OF CATEGORY Roadnut.com website promoting Roadnut navigation systems for Earth Search Communications Intl.; 2) the BEST OF CATEGORY "Growth" direct mail piece for Sellier Design; 3) the "Yes Man" direct mail piece for Sellier Design; 4) the Thanksgiving Greetings for Sellier Design, winner in the announcements, cards & invitations category; 5) the "Yosemite" menu for Delaware North Companies through iMi Agency; 6) publication design on in the Mix magazine for iMi Agency; 7) the It's In Our Nature logo and brochure for Freshëns Quality Brands' sustainability initiative, winner of the green/sustainable design category; and 8) Freshëns' 100% organic cotton t-shirt design, winner in the wearables category.

"I was very excited to hear that we were chosen as a best of category winner. We put our best into everything we create, and there is always a high level of satisfaction when our work is recognized. It also reaffirms the high level of work that we produce," said Pauline Pellicer, Sellier Design's Graphic Designer.

Sellier Design's winning entries will be available to be view in the upcoming American Graphic Design & Advertising 25, a full color, hardbound, 336-page book published and distributed internationally by Collins Design an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers. For more information visit americancorporateid.com or call AGDA in Ashland, KY at 606-329-0077.

MARIETTA, GA – April 30, 2009
in The Mix Magazine Creates A Stir At 2009 GAMMA Awards

The Magazine Association of the Southeast today announced that in The Mix magazine was awarded a total of nine GAMMA Awards including three Gold Medals, one being the coveted General Excellence in class, at the MAGS 20th annual competition.

in The Mix magazine celebrates the social consumption of the world's finest wines, beers and spirits. This national hospitality trade magazine is a quarterly publication of iMi Agency and is designed by Sellier Design, Inc.

The GAMMA Awards competition recognizes editorial and design excellence in magazine publishing. Judging for the GAMMA Awards is conducted by an elite group of magazine editors and designers. Regarding the General Excellence of in The Mix, the judges wrote, "While this is a trade magazine, it takes a lot of the right cues from consumer lifestyle publications. Considering this magazine is most likely going to be read by restaurant, bar and hotel managers, I was impressed to see the vineyard travel stories alongside the mandatory industry content. The design read is easy on the eyes and the magazine delivers strong cover photos."

in The Mix competed in the Business-To-Business with revenues less than $1 million category. The complete list of in The Mix GAMMAs, including the sweep of photography awards, are: 1) General Excellence; 2) Best Single Issue Gold for the Winter 2008 issue; 3) Best Cover Silver for the Summer 2008 issue; 4) Best Series Bronze for Liza Zimmerman's Wine Journal; 5) Best Design Honorable Mention; 6) Best Cover Honorable Mention for the Spring 2008 issue; 7) Best Photography Gold for the Winter 2008 issue's "Ice Wine Nature's Winter Gift"; 8) Best Photography Silver for the Summer 2008 issue's "Nature's Cups"; and 9) Best Photography Bronze for the Winter 2008 issue's "Florida Keys Postcard".

When awarding the Best Single Issue Gold, the judges said, "The edgy design stars in in The Mix, complimented by a nice combination of interesting features, product information and marketing ideas."

Behind that edgy in The Mix design is the hard work of Sellier Design. Sellier Design has been one of iMi Agency's graphic design partners since 2000. Julie Cofer, Sellier Design's Art Director, works with the editors at iMi Agency in the design of every in The Mix issue.

"We are particularly pleased to bring such positive recognition to iMi Agency. We are happy to have been a part of their success for nearly a decade," said Cofer.

In addition to shinning at the GAMMA Awards, the Spring 2008 issue also won at the 38th Annual Creativity Awards. Creativity Annual Awards is one of the longest running international advertising and graphic design competitions. Each year, a panel of advertising and design professional judges choose the best designs, advertisements, websites and commercials from all over the world. The winners are reproduced in the 400-page Creativity Awards Annual.

MARIETTA, GA – April 22, 2009
BBB Recognizes Marietta-based Sellier Design For Its Community Service

The Better Business Bureau Serving Metro Atlanta, Athens & Northeast Georgia proudly announced that it has awarded Sellier Design First Runner Up in the Community Service category at its 2009 Torch Awards. The Marietta-based graphic and web design firm was singled out for the numerous donations and contributions that the company makes to area charities and non-profit organizations.

Each year, the BBB honors companies of excellence and integrity at its Torch Award Luncheon. The purpose of the annual Torch Awards is to highlight BBB accredited companies that have distinguished themselves in Community Service, Marketplace Ethics or Customer Service. Companies are judged in four size categories by individuals outside of the BBB of Metro Atlanta who have a particular interest in ethics in the marketplace.

Sellier Design placed First Runner Up in Community Service category I for those companies that have fewer than ten employees. Emerald Data Networks, Inc. was the Community Service category I winner.

"It's very nice to get recognition from a respected organization like the Better Business Bureau," acknowledges Kriston Sellier, Sellier Design's President and Creative Director. "What I am most proud of though, is having a staff of professionals who are all active in finding ways we can, collectively and individually, lend a hand to neighbors who could use a little help."

The Torch Award judges were particularly impressed by the time, energy and expertise that Sellier Design invested in the pro bono work for Cobb Christmas, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping low-income families of Cobb County during the holiday season. Sellier Design redesigned their existing website, purchased new photography and programmed the new website all at no cost. The Sellier team also donated 10 stockings full of toys to the annual toy drive.

Sellier Design's Marketing Coordinator, Richard Castelo, sees the logic in applying the company's specific talents to local causes. "We feel that it is very important to give back to the community that we live and do business in through the donation of time and money, but also through our unique capabilities as designers." Kriston Sellier adds that the Cobb Christmas project was a great example of how everyone can utilize their own skill sets to give back. "Cobb Christmas gives such a high percentage of its donations to the people who really need it. The significant funds that would normally have to be diverted to the creation of a website, can go directly to providing holiday food and gifts to children who would otherwise go without."

MARIETTA, GA – April 16, 2009
Sellier Design Salutes Freshëns' Green Initiatives

Two of the eight American Graphic Design & Advertising awards that Sellier Design took home tonight were for work that defined the significant efforts being made by their client Freshëns Quality Brands to protect the environment by launching a sustainability initiative christened It's In Our Nature.

Since mid 2008, Sellier Design has aided the yogurt and smoothies company through logo, print and t-shirt design to get the word out about how they are and other companies can incorporate eco-friendly practices into their business.

The AGDA 25 awards won were specifically for Sellier Design's creation of Freshëns' It's In Our Nature logo and brochure and wearable design on Freshëns' 100% organic cotton t-shirts.

Kriston Sellier, Sellier Design's President and Creative Director, said, "We are very proud to be awarded for work on behalf of Freshëns. We applaud their all-encompassing commitment to run an eco-friendly organization."

Freshëns has spent the last few years developing innovative products, sourcing eco-friendly vendors and implementing best practice methods to become more environmentally responsible. "Freshëns has chosen to make positive decisions to protect and preserve our planet for ourselves and future generations," said Freshëns Quality Brands President John Stern. Freshëns sees environmental protection as both a "moral obligation and a business imperative."

The It's In Our Nature initiative touches every aspect of running the 1200 store organization. It is being applied to architectural design, manufacturing, equipment, marketing and merchandising, global sourcing and corporate policies. In 2008, Freshëns introduced the first renewable, compostable paper cold cup in the United States. Dubbed the "ecotainer", the cups are the cornerstone of Freshëns sustainability initiative. The revolutionary ecotainer eliminates the need for polystyrene foam cups. The paperboard cups use a coating derived from plant sugars to make it liquid resistant. The trees used to make the paper come from a fiber-sourced system that is independently certified to adhere to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) guidelines for management and harvesting.

2008 also saw the launch of the Freshëns Foundation, for which Sellier designed the logo. The 501c(3) charity advocates wellness of self, community and environment through purposeful programs, partnerships and endeavors. The first recipient of "Fit For The Journey" funds was the Captain Planet Foundation, which supports hands-on environmental projects for children and youths.

MARIETTA, GA – March 16, 2009
WBENC Certifies Sellier Design, Inc. As A Woman-Owned Business

MARIETTA, GA – March 16, 2009 – The Woman's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the largest third party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women in the United States, has certified that Sellier Design, Inc. is a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE).

Being certified as a WBE means that Sellier Design, Inc. has gone through a rigorous and stringent certification process to confirm the business is owned, managed, and controlled by a woman. WBENC certification is recognized and accepted by the majority of the major corporations across the U.S., many of which now seek out minority- and woman-owned companies. Sellier Design looks to use this certification to further expand their business ties with the corporate community.

Kriston Sellier founded Sellier Design, Inc. in 2000. What began as a one woman graphic design company has expanded into a thriving graphic design and website design firm employing seven people in the metro Atlanta area.

"We are pleased to be certified by WBENC, an organization we respect for their efforts to promote diversity in the marketplace. It is nice to know we have a strategic partner in furthering our business relationships. We look forward to a bright future with the WBENC certification," said Kriston Sellier, Sellier Design's President and Creative Director.

About Sellier Design, Inc.
Sellier Design, Inc. is an award-winning graphic and web design firm that specializes in developing conceptual brand identity based on sound strategic planning. Rooted in the creation of results-driven print and interactive advertising, promotion and branding for the food and beverage industry, Sellier Design has extended its expertise to businesses in all sectors. The Sellier Design team stands behind its "distinctive design that creates demand." Sellier Design was incorporated in 2001. The firm is based in Marietta, Georgia and has seven employees. For more information, please contact Richard Castelo at 770-428-8668 or richard@sellierdesign.com.

About WBENC
The Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), founded in 1997, is the nation's leading advocate of women-owned businesses as suppliers to America's corporations. It also is the largest third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women in the United States. WBENC works to foster diversity in the world of commerce with programs and policies designed to expand opportunities and eliminate barriers in the marketplace for women business owners. WBENC works with representatives of corporations to encourage the utilization and expansion of supplier/vendor diversity programs. The WBENC is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and can be reached by calling 202-872-5515 or visiting wbenc.org.

Marietta, Georgia: March 16, 2009
Sellier Design a multiple winner in the American Graphic Design & Advertising

Sellier Design, Inc. announces that it has been named a multiple winner in the American Graphic Design & Advertising (formally American Corporate Identity) competition including two BEST OF CATEGORY recipients, id8 Growth campaign and for the RoadNUT website. In total, Sellier Design received 8 awards in this year's competition.

Founded by logo and graphics expert David E. Carter as American Corporate Identity (ACI) the competition changed its name to coincide with its silver anniversary celebration this year. Receiving tens of thousands of submissions and representing as many (or more) creatives, AGDA is known as the premier showcase for the best graphic design and advertising in America. No more than 30% of submitted entries are chosen as winners, and each is titled with an Award of Distinction. AGDA's Award of Distinction indicates the honored work exceeds industry standard in both concept and execution. All winning entries also have the opportunity to be included in American Graphic Design & Advertising 25, a full color, hardbound, 336-page book published and distributed internationally by Collins Design an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.

"I was very excited to hear that we were chosen as a best of category winner. We put our best into everything we create, and there is always a high level of satisfaction when our work is recognized. It also reaffirms the high level of work that we produce" - Pauline Pellicer Graphic Designer

Sellier Design, Inc. is an award-winning graphic design and web design firm specializing in design solutions for the retail and food & beverage industry. For the food and beverage industry we have completed print and web projects for hotels, restaurants and bars, gourmet foods, and banquet and catering divisions. Sellier Design has experience with branding new products, restaurants, developing marketing collateral & signage, and designing websites, packaging, menus and much more.

Sellier Design Chosen as a 2007 Best Small Company

Marietta, Georgia: October 22, 2008
Fall brings exciting changes, events and great ways you can help!

Cobb Christmas unveils new Web site
With the expert help of Sellier Design, Cobb Christmas has totally revamped its Web site, www.cobbchristmas.net The new layout is easy to navigate and features everything you need to know, including upcoming events, organizational history, contact information, photos and more. Donating to Cobb Christmas is just a mouse click away on a secure donation site. Similarly, signing up for this newsletter or to volunteer also takes just a click of your mouse.

Volunteer Spotlight: Sellier Design Kriston Sellier, owner
What activities does your company participate in to benefit Cobb Christmas?
Our company has stuffed and donated stockings in the past. We also developed a new Web site for Cobb Christmas this year.

How long have you been involved with Cobb Christmas? For the past two years.

Why did you get involved with Cobb Christmas? Having a business and living in Cobb County, I think it is important to help people locally. Cobb Christmas gives such a high percentage of its donations to the people who really need it. It is entirely volunteer run. So, everyone is dedicated for the right reasons.

What is your fondest Cobb Christmas memory? Hearing stories from other volunteers about how client families commented they would not have been able to provide holiday food and gifts for their children without the generosity of Cobb Christmas.

Why would you recommend others supporting Cobb Christmas? We live in a world of materialism and sometimes it's difficult to realize the importance of helping others. Life is about giving back what you have been given. I know what it is like to not be able to pay the rent and to work three jobs to pay the bills. There is nothing better than seeing someone smiling through tears. It's not about the stuff. It's about the intangible (the hope) that you can give someone by being selfless.

To read the entire Cobb Christmas eNewsletter, click the link below to download a PDF.

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Sellier Design Chosen as a 2007 Best Small Company

Atlanta-based Firm Recognized by Working Mother Magazine

Atlanta, Ga. - Sellier Design, a graphic design firm focused on the strategic objectives of their clients, announced today that it has been nationally recognized in Working Mother magazine as one of the top 25 Best Small Companies to work for.

Only 25 companies in the US were recognized. The 2007 Best Small Companies, featured in the April edition of Working Mother, included companies that are "thriving as well as thrilling in their work/life ways." To qualify, companies must be owned by a working mother.

The firm was recognized twice in the magazine - for "wow" benefits such as Girls Night Out and flexible telecommute and maternity leave policies. "The number of employees at Sellier may be small, but flex usage is big," said Susan Gerstenzang, one of the authors of the article.

"I'm thrilled that we were not only recognized by Working Mother, but more importantly that Sellier Design wouldn't be where it is today without our loyal, creative employees," said Kriston Sellier, CEO of Sellier Design. "In fact, one of our employees, Julie Cofer, took the time to enter Sellier Design into this contest. That says a lot about our company and our people."

Sellier attributes the company's success to its ability to be creative, work efficiently and keep in close contact with clients. "Our goal at Sellier is to retain our employees and clients by delivering on our promises," added Sellier.

About Sellier Design
Sellier Design www.sellierdesign.com is a conceptually driven graphic design firm with strategic marketing skills to develop brand identity. Our expertise lies in the food and beverage industry in both print and interactive design. We work smart by basing design decisions on specific business objectives, and we love to see results.