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Viper Autumn Training Courses
Blog - Written by Neil Wilkins
Posted on Wednesday 05 Aug 2009 at 19:36
This Autumn we have the broadest range of day courses and residential training yet.
Viper Marketing & Communications Group is part of the Viper Marketing and Communications Group
Posted on Wednesday 05 Aug 2009 at 19:36
This Autumn we have the broadest range of day courses and residential training yet.
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SOSTAC is a simple yet effective 'back of a fag packet' approach to creating a plan Read More ›
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Manifesto for Social Media delivered to the Bath Business Show earlier today Read More ›
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Having just returned from an enlightening day with a room full of post-Graduate Diploma delegates developing their assignments in Emerging Themes I felt… Read More ›
A bit about the craziness of working for Viper and their brilliant environmental policy!! Read More ›
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We thought we'd publish our environmental policy for you to read Read More ›
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In addition to the typical Corporate Social Responsibility messages around which many large organisations base their marketing and communications come… Read More ›
Web Analytics is the measurement, collection, analysis and reporting of Internet data for the purposes of understanding and optimizing Web usage. The successful… Read More ›
After a weekend in the Brecon Beacons Jim has some advice Read More ›
Viper adventurer Jo Payne reflects on last weeks Adventure Travel Live show and the changing market. Read More ›
With millions of pounds in investment, a growing and dedicated riding community and access to some of the most beautiful countryside in England the mountain… Read More ›
Well, here's my first blog for Viper (better late than never)! As you can see in my biography I help out with various parts of Viper and support Jim and… Read More ›
Viper Marketing spotted a clear market opportunity for itself following successful projects completed with two new clients in the Outdoor Adventure Travel… Read More ›
The long awaited and launch of the Apple iPad could open up a whole range of exciting, and chargeable mobile content and marketing opportunities Read More ›
A video time lapse showing the development process for the vmcg.co.uk. This shows a glimpse into the processes used at Viper Creative when producing websites. Read More ›
Viper's Jim Hardcastle has another adventurous year planned. Read More ›
I find that each year when we do a refresh on the website it's a time for reflection and a time to think about the future. Well this time, for a number… Read More ›
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The Rural Services Network has just published it's Rural Manifesto including strong views on a digital future Read More ›
A huge leap forward for the 1SW Project means we will start delivering adventurous off-road cycling infrastructure and promotion across the South West… Read More ›
expect we’re all waiting for shiny new kit at the moment. New mountain bikes with 6in of bounce at the back (always room in the garage for another bike!),… Read More ›
ViperMusic presents Miss Skarlet, Ryan Inglis and Mark Venus at The Fleece, Bristol on 19 December 2009. Read More ›
The South West is set to become a world class destination for adventurous off-road cycling. A total of £7.5m is being invested in developing the activity… Read More ›
There has always been a desire for the countryside to be free of clutter and man-made intrusions balanced against people's need for information about their… Read More ›
European recognition for the Mendip Hills AONB – Geopark status? Viper Rural will be at an event on Thursday 19th November 2009 at Cheddar Caves and… Read More ›
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As Twitter continues its rampant surge into the hearts and minds of marketers across the globe so predictably location now joins the exciting feature set… Read More ›
Found this great use of an iPhone that can lead you on a walk while feeding you info along the way. On this app it's climate change but the source information… Read More ›
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There's a buzz in marketing circles this morning as Cambridge Marketing College launches its new Digital Marketing Programme through a website developed… Read More ›
Countryside Rangers from all four corners of the South West are converging (collective noun for a gathering of Rangers? A ramble of Rangers?) for the South… Read More ›
The show of hands from today's Social Media Seminar at the Bristol Business Show was quite enlightening. 50 people present, 40 using Facebook, 30 using… Read More ›
This important event in the 2009 calendar is targeted at members of the local, regional and national policy and practice community with an interest in… Read More ›
Marketing Apps on the Apple iPhone are the latest craze in keeping up to date with news, views and latest trends in the world of marketing. It’s simple,… Read More ›
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Occupassion... there's an interesting concept as many of us start back after summer holidays. The beginning of September for many gives you that 'back… Read More ›
We got fed up of driving 'up north' for our countryside training. So we've teamed up with Folly Farm. Read More ›
A major study on Twitter has revealed some surprising facts. Read More ›
Not content with blogging for Viper, Neil Wilkins is now also blogging as a Lead Tutor for Cambridge Marketing College on their new Tutor Blog page. Read More ›
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Finally it happened. Viper fully embraced the concept of Online Social Networking. Some of the team have been involved in the web since 1994. Yes really!… Read More ›
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A helpful guide to knowing the appropriate balance and tone of your messages in the recession. Read More ›
Twelve flipchart sheets and nearly 100 Post-its later the Trails Trust have a great foundation of a plan to take them to a national level. Read More ›
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Dartmoor National Park have set up a Delivery Board to put their Management Plan into practice. Read More ›
Designed to help you learn from your company or fan page, Insights should help you prove your return on investment Read More ›
Every year Gartner produces a hype cycle showing the growth and decline of popular, and some mythical, technologies Read More ›
New American Rock band Red Dust Road sign to ViperMusic today. Read More ›
Social Media Summer Briefing - update on social graph, facebook, ROI and social networking trends, plus things to watch Read More ›
Viper features in an interesting feature article about Gadgets on the Go Read More ›
26 August in Bristol - Brand new materials and the very latest thinking - 9.30am to 4.30pm Read More ›
Enigmatic Axe Factor winner begins work with ViperMusic Read More ›
Neil Wilkins' Seminar at Bristol Business Show on 15 September Read More ›
The EUROPARC Junior Ranger Camp is well underway and they've taken some great images Read More ›
The fifth webinar in the Shell LiveWire Masterclass series by Viper's Neil Wilkins Read More ›
Sally-Anne Langton, Maps & Legends and introducing Corinna Jane on Friday 30 July, Colston Hall H-Bar, Bristol Read More ›
In a world first we will be streaming live through Second Life a great acoustic set from Miss Skarlet's Sally-Anne Langton Read More ›
ViperTraining.tv, accredited Digital Marketing, Masterclasses and Day Courses help you learn at a time, pace and place to suit you Read More ›
Automated e-newsletter system designed to make your life easy Read More ›
Don't miss out on rural grants that can help you add value to your product Read More ›
20% reduction in professional qualification fees for qualifying small to medium sized entrepreneurial businesses Read More ›
Headphones and handheld computers enable visitors to listen to music in the exact spot it was inspired by Read More ›
Digital Marketing and Media qualifications from CAM Foundation are becoming more popular Read More ›
Miss Skarlet's Sally-Anne Langton will be performing a live gig in the virtual world of Second Life on 22 July Read More ›
A short video masterclass for Shell LiveWire series helping you refocus your website content Read More ›
From September our affiliate partner Freshbaked is offering an excellent new programme Read More ›
Get your name on the Guest List for a great night of music on 30 July 2010 Read More ›
A 15 minute briefing on the latest emerging themes and thinking in social media and digital marketing Read More ›
FREE digital marketing introduction webinar (web seminar) at noon (UK local time) on 23 June. Read More ›
Mark Venus Music in association with ViperMusic are proud to announce they will be booking and promoting live acoustic acts at Colston Hall's H Bar in… Read More ›
Viper spend the day looking at how to get the most from a social media network Read More ›
Viper's understanding of branding guidelines leads to recommendation Read More ›
Using the power of virtual worlds we are creating a Viper Training Room in Second Life Read More ›
Bristol-based Corinna Jane Crabtree has won the 2010 Axe Factor Final beating 5 high quality acts to the title Read More ›
Axe Factor 2010 final will produce the next artist to be signed by ViperMusic following last year's support of Miss Skarlet Read More ›
Viper's Neil Wilkins presents the third in his Masterclass series for Shell LiveWire Read More ›
Could anything else go wrong for Team Viper at the Bristol Bikefest 2010? Read More ›
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Music inspired by the landscape, composed by children and digitally accessed Read More ›
Nature trails on your site are great for you and your visitors Read More ›
The power of video, tv and webcasting will soon be available through Viper Training as we respond to customer demand for dynamic multi-media training delivery Read More ›
What do your customers encounter on their journey through your service? Does the reality match your perception? Viper can map your customers journey and… Read More ›
Less than a week to go until Miss Skarlet's playing at The 02 Academy 2 in Bristol supporting Flash Fiktion!! Read More ›
Govt appointments say 'do more with less' to rural agencies Read More ›
ViperMusic goes global following an announcement of a Second Life collaboration with Klubb Paradise Read More ›
We have just released an updated and print friendly version of our Guide to Facebook, written for CMC Read More ›
Viper's Neil Wilkins will be hosting an evening masterclass and two digital marketing training days in June on behalf of Bristol Business College Read More ›
17,600 miles were collectively ridden in this year's CLIC24 as the event moves to £300,000 total sponsorship for CLIC Sargent Read More ›
Viper is delighted to announce it will be working with Bristol Business College from this Summer Read More ›
A short podcast exploring the opportunities of using Facebook as a marketing tool Read More ›
Viper associates Freshbaked are now running a range of exciting management training courses in Bristol Read More ›
Bringing communication plans together to streamline the work of two countryside organisations Read More ›
You have until the evening of Friday 30 April to enter this year's CLIC24. It's shaping up to be a classic so don't miss it! Read More ›
ViperMusic is now a member of royalty distribution service PPL, helping our artists to grow their profits Read More ›
Avon and Somerset Search & Rescue team commission Viper to produce a new website in time for Mountain Rescue Day on 3rd May Read More ›
Interesting blog article from MarketingProfs with a take on the varied and many implications on branding by the end of the decade Read More ›
In the second session of the ShellLiveWire Masterclass Series, Viper's Neil Wilkins presents an introduction to Digital PR Read More ›
Viper's Jim Hardcastle with other nature based entrepreneurs is helping staff at Norton Radstock College take the first steps in a project aimed at building… Read More ›
MissSkarlet.com gets a fresh new look with updated gig guide and free downloads Read More ›
A blogging 'platform' has been created for the EUROPARC Junior Ranger Camp 2010. Read More ›
In a world of limited electricity is Free Ride the future? Read More ›
Viper is delighted to support the Last Great Challenge, a unique, unsupported expedition to the South Pole in November 2010 Read More ›
Viper's Neil Wilkins will be speaking at the Shell LiveWire Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2010 in October Read More ›
Viper will be running three strategic marketing planning workshops at this year's LeadOn Conference in Cardiff Read More ›
Viper is working with a pan-european group of nature based entrepreneurs to develop vocational training Read More ›
How to use a 12 step planning process to ensure your marketing is effective Read More ›
ViperMusic was on the judging panel last night at Thekla in Bristol for UWE's finalists of Battle of the Bands competition with the Live Music Society!… Read More ›
Dave Buchanan will attempt a Guiness World Record Ride in aid of CLIC24 Read More ›
Watch the most amazing global viral, and put your mark on it Read More ›
Internet radio station Jango.com is now featuring Miss Skarlet on its airplay. Read More ›
Surrey Hills AONB and the Surrey Hills Society cement their successful relationship Read More ›
Viper's Neil Wilkins has been commissioned as Lead Tutor for the CIM's Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Marketing course through Cambridge Marketing… Read More ›
Viper has designed and produced a brand new mountain bike trail guide for the Mendip Hills for BadAssBikes Read More ›
ViperMusic have confirmed a great gig to support victims of the Haiti Earthquake Crisis with all profits from the event donated to the earthquake appeal.… Read More ›
Spend 8 minutes watching the future of mapping on home computers... Read More ›
Viper's Jim Hardcastle is off to Birmingham University to deliver a lecture to post-grad tourism students on practical project planning Read More ›
Adventure Travel specialist Jo Payne has joined forces with Team Viper to focus on providing valuable marketing, communication and logistic services to… Read More ›
Ordnance Survey and AGI commissioned Viper to improve the visual appearance and navigation of the DNF website which over the years had become complex in… Read More ›
This Sunday Ladies & Gents!!!! FUZE's (Fashion & Dance Show) Launch Party is at Joe Publics, Bristol only £3 entry and all goes to charity!!! Read More ›
CLIC24 has announced it will run an acoustic music festival throughout the weekend of the event, Europe's only charity 24 hour mountain bike marathon. Read More ›
CLIC24 2010 will be supported by industry leading publication MBUK and online portal BikeRadar.com Read More ›
Richard Hyde, trustee of the Barton Camp children's centre, welcomed the arrival of the activity packs for their Wild Walk nature trail today. Read More ›
Viper registered its ViperMusic logo and branding late last year in preparation for the launch of the label and now it's officially ours Read More ›
What is the best way to communicate the North Devon Coast AONB and Biosphere messages? Read More ›
Viper is advising Oxford World Learning on their communications strategy for 2010 and beyond. Read More ›
Mendip Mountain Bike Centre, incorporating Bad Ass Bikes, will sponsor CLIC24 2010 in a deal that helps our unique event position itself as a 'must do'… Read More ›
CLIC24 2010 Entry Forms are available for this year's exciting event that will include ViperMusic's Miss Skarlet performing their debut album This Beautiful… Read More ›
Viper is delighted to be working with freelance journalist and product reviewer Lara Dunn on our Adventure Travel marketing services. Read More ›
North Devon Coast AONB have appointed Viper to bring together different strands of their communication with other partners. Read More ›
Mendip Mountain Bike Centre (incorporating Bad Ass Bikes) is using Viper to help drive new business into the store and the workshop Read More ›
Dates and venues announced for Active Mendip get-togethers Read More ›
Barton Camp Wild Walk activity packs and the teachers handbook has just arrived and it looks great. Read More ›
Viper launch the Scottish Countryside Ranger's Association website Read More ›
Our engaging step-by-step process that makes sure you plan your communications effectively. Read More ›
Viper brings websites, social media and PR together to create a long lasting legacy for the EUROPARC Junior Ranger Camp 2010 Read More ›
Proving the value of investments is essential for companies large and small as they aim to survive the deep recession Read More ›
Live audio, video and Second Life streaming of a Miss Skarlet acoustic gig proves the concept for Viper Training and ViperMusic Read More ›
Brand new trail guide for mountain biking on the Mendip Hills available now, FREE in store Read More ›
A visual way of explaining the relationship between two landscape designations was required Read More ›
East Devon AONB commissioned Viper to help deliver the first phase of their Digital Communication Strategy, which we created with them Read More ›
Improving customer focus in an already effective customer facing team Read More ›
Contemporary signage designed by Viper to add value to a park Read More ›
Viper's Customer Journey product revealed Read More ›
Avon & Somerset Search and Rescue team have a striking new website in time for National Mountain Rescue Awareness Day Read More ›
A media pack produced to represent and help promote the brand and band of ViperMusic's Miss Skarlet. Read More ›
How ViperMusic got involved with UWE's Live Music Society and offered six months management for Maps & Legends Read More ›
Regional partners helped to produce a positive guide to looking after horses in our most beautiful landscapes Read More ›
The first expedition to the South Pole and back again, unsupported - apart from by Viper with Marketing Services that is Read More ›
Helping the emerging Surrey Hills Society work in perfect harmony with the Surrey Hills AONB team Read More ›
Recognising they needed to keep Bobbetts Mackan relevant in the changing world of law the partners asked Viper to help Read More ›
Viper help turn the Active Mendip idea into a powerful marketing brand Read More ›
The most technically advanced cycling-specific jackets require a tight and focused product and marketing strategy. Read More ›
The alternative farm experience that needed a communication plan, brand and website to explain the philosophy Read More ›
The DNF website has been redeveloped, redesigned and rebuilt by Viper to ensure that the navigation in what is an extensive and content-heavy network of pages is improved for the wide range of visitors. Read More ›
Ryan is high profile on the internet with presence and daily updated information everywhere from MySpace to Facebook. The challenge was consistency... Read More ›
Effective communication is at the heart of effective law firm development. Working with 360 Legal Group a leading Bristol firm commissioned us to help them on their way. Read More ›
French Alps based Summerzest commissioned us to help them identify the most profitable target customers and to create a strategic marketing plan for their new business. Read More ›
We are so proud of our long standing relationship with our friends at Cambridge Marketing College. Read More ›
ViperMusic signed Miss Skarlet to promote the debut album This Beautiful Lie. To begin with a strategic planning process helped to clearly identify the target public for the band and also the band's collective and individual aspirations which collectively formed part of the strategic promotion plan and branding and creative design Read More ›
Integrity Business Connections works closely with Viper Marketing not only to help us deliver highly profitable telemarketing campaigns for OUR clients but also to help them to open up new business development opportunities for themselves Read More ›
Digital Marketing training is the flavour of the day. With social media and websites forming the cornerstones of every effective marketing and communication plan there's never been a better time to understand more about the power you can harness from the various technologies and services Read More ›
Creative approach to launching a new bio-fuel made of bracken Read More ›
Viper deliver digital awareness training for Active Mendip Read More ›
Existing array of websites and ideas needs pulling together with all the partners support. Team training and a very successful planning day for partners followed. Read More ›
Great community initiative in need of a plan. Read More ›
A new approach to communication for the Quantock Hills AONB Service. Read More ›
Design the 2009 State of the AONB report and create beautiful maps to illustrate the changes Read More ›
Produce a brand and 'project' website for this regional partnership that's close to our hearts Read More ›
Design and produce all the material for a nature trail around the grounds of the residential centre. Read More ›
Introduce and explain the new Ranger Standards Manual. Read More ›
Worldwide adventure travel company in need of a communication plan to bring all the strands of their work together Read More ›
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