Award winning advertising and marketing strategies including branding, community revitalization, repositioning and business development.
Keywords: debra malinics advertising, advertising, philadelphia, public relations, design
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
DMA, a WBE firm, has been in business for more than three decades.
What is your primary product or service?
Strategic marketing, branding/ brand development, advertising, design, web and digital design, messaging and communication
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Father was major influence - he was an entrepreneur, writer, reporter, and historian. I began at Wilkes College in Philosophy and switched to design and attended school in Philadelphia. After graduation, I was offered a job by a professor who owned a design firm and the rest, as they say, is history.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
A demonstrated track record of game changing work, with client accolades and results to support the claims.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location at 701 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, overlooking Washington Square. No plans to expand which might disrupt our very close client interaction and service.
Provide detailed directions to your location
In the heart of Philadelphia. From expressway or I-95, simply use GPS with the address 701 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA and you will arrive. Parking garages line Walnut Street so we are convenient to anyone.
What type of payments do you accept?
Check is the usual, cash is nice, but we have stayed away from the credit lane.
Which areas do you service?
Health care, medical, law, real estate, corporate, pharma, education, retail, B2B, manufacturing, sports, hospitality and entertainment. We have worked in just about every sector you can name. We have worked with all types and sizes of clients which gives us a great understanding of the marketing needs of various businesses and what has worked consistently over the years. This Insight can only come from experience and a long line of successes.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Debra Malinics owns the company and is supported by a staff of four who are involved in creative development and production. There is also an office manager who runs daily operations.
What are your hours of operation?
Daily 9 to 6 or 7 is a good starting point but we are often here later.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Our clients say it best: Real quotes from real clients that made us feel proud. E mail us for identifiers.
"You are the best firm I have ever worked with." "You enabled us to see things differently, quadrupled our leads and significantly increased sales." "We have exceeded every goal, thanks to you." "Of all the firms I have ever worked with, you are by far, the very best." "You have done more for us in one year than anyone has in three" "I have never met an agency that can tackle as much as you and get the results I have witnessed." "You amazed us with techniques that saved us money, enhanced resources and a final product that went beyond expectation." "You have made the biggest difference and best impressions of anyone I ever worked with, anywhere." "I couldn't be happier with the results, thank you!" "Everything you do is always beyond expectation." ....and we have many more we can share.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Easy.....I have three that I live by in business and in my personal life.
"Never burn your bridges"
"You meet the same people going up the ladder as you do coming down."
"Thank you" are two of the most important words you can say in business... and they don't cost you a dime."