Columbia, SC –September 28, 2010 – CarterTodd & Associates announces it is accepting applications for VISIONATION, its innovative idea contest.   The winner with the best concept will be eligible for 3-months of Pro Bono PR and marketing services to jumpstart their product or service.  Deadline for submitting application is October, 31 2010.

To enter, describe:

• What problem does your product or service solve, or what new need does your product or service fulfill?
• Describe your new product or service.  How is it unique or different?
• How big is the market for your product or service?  Who is your target customer? How will you sell your product or service to them?
• What competition exists for your new product or service?  What gives your product or service an advantage?
• Why should CarterTodd select our company?

For more information email la@cartertodd.com or call 803-779-4005 ext. 2040

“We feel that supporting local companies will help promote economic growth in Columbia,” says Lorri-Ann Carter, president of CarterTodd & Associates.  “It is critical that new businesses market their companies from the beginning.  Unfortunately, this is the time when they have a very small budget, and PR and marketing are usually last on the list.”

About CarterTodd & Associates, Inc.

Headquartered in Columbia, SC, CarterTodd & Associates is a full-service PR & Marketing agency and the publisher of Columbia Home & Garden magazine.  For more information about CarterTodd & Associates, please call 803-779-4005 or visit the website at www.cartertodd.com.

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