ArtsMyPassion.com specializes in hand painted, luxury Canvas art for homes, offices, bars and restaurants.  Luxury canvas art at affordable prices. The best range of canvas art available, carefully sourced from specialist  oil painting studios from across the world. Gallery wrapped and ready to hang canvas art shipped free worldwide.

Another great affiliate merchant ready to support the ever growing list of amazing affiliate partners working with Her Affiliate Manager’s team of great – well- geeks.

Let’s meet :

Sunday Aug 15th

Time: 8:00am
Registration
Location: 2nd Floor Promenade

Meet up: 9am – 10am ? – Outside Blog / Press room
Just an idea – I think we should meet for coffee somewhere. Somehow.
drop me a @hermedia

Time: 10:00am- 11 :00 am
First Timers Guide for Affiliate Summit
Location: Gramercy Suite

Time: 11 am -12:00 – Open

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00
Meet Market – Vendor booths
Location: Americas Hall 2
‘ I will be around and about – text me – 250-731-9337 if you want to meet.’

1:00 – FOOD – Join us :)

Canadian Meetup
AdCommunal/AdCanadian
Time: 7–? p.m.
Location: Hilton New York Lobby Lounge

ShareASale “Under the Stars”
Time: 8–? p.m.
Location: The rooftop of the Empire Hotel

Monday August 15th:

Time: 9:45am – 10:45am
Opening Remarks & Keynote
Location: Grand Ballroom Suite

Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Exhibit Hall
Location: Rhinelander Gallery & Americas Hall 1

Ask the Experts
Location: Americas Hall 2
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00pm

Affiliate Summit Trivia Tweetup
Time: 9–11 p.m.
Location: Hilton New York Nassau Suite
How to RSVP: Go to http://tweetvite.com/event/ASE10Trivia.
Who is invited?: Everyone.

Tuesday August 16th

9:00 am – I plan to stop in and bother @heatherinbc in the Blogger/Press room

Coffee Service
Time: 10:00am * I have a coffee problem

Time: 10:00am – 11:15am
Opening Remarks & Keynote
Location: Grand Ballroom Suite
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Exhibit Hall
Location: Rhinelander Gallery & Americas Hall 1

Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Closing Session
Location: Sutton Complex (Beekman & North)

Wednesday
I am still in New York – Visiting the ZOO in Central park this morning.
Heading to Long Island to bother Co founders (Mike R & Dan Sw) of Retailbenefits.com

Thursday
Visiting the museums and the Empire State Building

TotSites is a online service aimed to help parents and loved ones share photos, stories about the precious people in their life through an easy-to-use website that you create TotSites allows parents to create a fun, personalized baby website in minutes using simple point and click tools. Friends and family around the world will enjoy your latest photos, videos, fun facts, stories while protecting your privacy.

TotSites’ affiliate program is on Share a Sale’s established affiliate network and offers a 20% commission to affiliate partners.

The family Wizard affiliate program on Share a Sale offers an online organizational and time management system for co parenting and/or divorced families. Here’s what Family Wizard is all about;

Finally, parenting tools to deal with the issues that arise in divorced and co-parenting families:

* Coordinate shared custody and joint custody parenting time schedules
* Make adjustments to the parenting time and custody schedules through documented trades
* Share kids activities and holidays
* Send secure messages without having to deal with spam.
* Keep a shared or private journal
* Track shared expenses
* Share family health records, immunization histories, school information, virtual document storage and much more

Our website is the premiere shared parenting software committed to removing conflict and improving the lives of children.

Our site is so effective that judges in at least 35 states have ordered families to utilize the site in contested cases to reduce family conflict.

The OurFamilyWizard website has quickly become the leading way parents coordinate all of their vital information, divorced or not. Much more than just a divorce software or a calendar for divorced parents, we provide life management tools.

Watch for updates by subscribing to our affiliate resources newsletter.

At first I thought I should NOT share a room with a guy. Period. Seems my name was associated to a previous affiliate vixen so I figured I should play it extra safe. Of course, I’d also have to convince my BF that sharing a room with a guy should cause him no concern. Then there’s the whole issue of ‘I would not be impressed if he shared a room in a different country with a woman‘. My final decision is – If you are a guy with references willing to hold a big sign that says ‘I am just sharing a room -really’ then I will consider you. OK sign not needed – I am just saying  rumors start easy so your wife or GF needs to tell me it’s ok.

No let’s talk party people. You are one- I am not. I am a sleep worshiper. So my light needs to be out by 12 am  oh wait I am California time  I should be good until 1 am. You may need to throw water on me to get me up in the morning though ….

I am outgoing! Need someone to walk up to your number one ‘must meet person’ and start an intro – Yeah No problem. I can do that. Need someone to go shoe shopping ? Ok that is not me. I am a bit of a geek.  Jeans -  Tshirt – sneakers and a day of exploring the parks and museums is more my style.

So here is my Ad:

Affiliate Summit Roommate wanted
Aug 14 15 16
Tshirts & jeans geek girl (mom of three) seeks 1-2 of same to share room.
I have references – really you can see them on linked in. Normal non smoker. Canadian (yes you can make fun of my accent).

I did receive a response and my suspension was lifted, yet their terms still don’t clarify their definition of affiliate marketing, causing me to hesitate to build all of my client and partner correspondence within a system that could still  ‘technically’ pull my service at any time.

So I followed up with Mail chimp asking their Business Dev tam to review their use of the term ‘affiliate marketing’ in their terms of service. Here’s my letters …

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—–Original Message—–
From: Kay Mcfarlane [mailto:kay@heraffiliatemanager.com]
Sent: June-10-10 12:28 PM
To: ‘Compliance’
Cc: kay@heraffiliatemanager.com
Subject: RE: Mailchimp Compliance Terms of Use Violation (LTK143*****205**)

Hi Liza,

I was reviewing your terms last night and I understand you state users may not use the site for ‘affiliate marketing”. I was thinking that you should have your business dev team look more closely at that.

Affiliate marketing (legitimate) is a tool used by TOP BRANDS such as home depot, the gap, best buy etc to run CPA advertising with approved partners usually through a legitimate cpa ad network such as Share A Sale, Google Affiliate Network, or PepperJam (and many more). It is not MLM – it does not cost a publisher anything to run an affiliate program. Affiliate marketing promotes an actual tangible product or Internet service through online advertising.

In fact Mailchimp HAS an affiliate program – you call it a referral program – but you allow your members to promote your company  with a tracking URL in exchange for the compensation of credit. This is the definition of an affiliate program.

Network marketers(mlm) have grabbed onto the ‘terminology’ used in the CPA advertising Industry (Performance Marketing) and unfortunately, as a result real legitimate affiliate managers , merchants, and partners are suffering when services such as Mail Chimp don’t differentiate the difference.

CPA advertising, Affiliate marketing, Performance marketing. Three terms used to describe one advertising/marketing concept used by brands throughout the USA, Canada, and globally.

“Performance marketing is a comprehensive term that refers to marketing and advertising programs in which marketers — also known as affiliates or publishers — are paid when a specific action is completed, such as a sale or lead. Advertising rates are only paid if and when a consumer makes a purchase or completes a lead form.” http://performancemarketingassociation.com/ -

As a member of the Performance Marketing Association I am expected to follow the guidelines and ethics established for Industry Professionals.

By so loosely using the term ‘affiliate marketing’ you would be also preventing large networks running ANY CPA advertising media or CPA/hybrid advertising buys (such as GOOGLE, 24/7) from using your service. Or any web publisher who runs CPA ads in their ad server, or even Brands who promote their product online using CPA media buys or ‘affiliate programs’.

I hope you will take a second look at your Terms of Service to clarify your definition of affiliate marketing.

In the mean time I would appreciate some assurance from someone to approve my use of mail chimp in regards to the “performance marketing” services I offer as an Outsourced Affiliate manager in writing before I continue to use it for all of my growing needs to communicate with my clients, their partners, and the users of my website.

Thank you for your help.

Karrine McFarlane
Outsourced Affiliate Manager

http://www.HerAffiliateManager.com

http://www.twitter.com/hermedia

Helping Internet merchants reach parents & women online.

CC: Performance Marketing stakeholders

—–Original Message—–

From: Compliance [mailto:compliance@mailchimp.com]

Sent: June-10-10 8:57 AM

To: karrine waddington mcfarlane

Subject: RE: Mailchimp Compliance Terms of Use Violation (LTK143039442052X)

Good afternoon Karrine,

Being a self-serve service, MailChimp doesn’t have a sales or support team on staff that can provide phone calls. All requests are managed through either email or live chat.

I believe there was some confusion in the content being affiliate marketing which we don’t support, however upon review of this, it seems that you’re sending affililate content but not using affiliate lists but rather people who have subscribed to your updates, etc.

I’d like to apologize for this oversight and for the trouble, I’ve added 1000 free credits to your account. Feel free to email us back if you have specific questions or comments beyond this that we can assist you with!

Regards,

Liza W.

Compliance Manager

MailChimp Abuse Desk

June 4 2010 – Her Affiliate Manager– Internet affiliate advertising is on the rise and the need for experienced outsourced affiliate marketing managers is as well. Her Affiliate Manager announced today that they have entered an agreement with SecuraTrac LLC to manage their Internet Affiliate partner program.

Karrine McFarlane of Her Affiliate Manager is carving out a niche in the Affiliate Marketing industry specializing in the management of Internet affiliate programs with products and services for parents. SecuraTrac’s affiliate program will be launched on a leading affiliate network in the next few weeks.

SecuraTrac, LLC is a Hermosa Beach, California based company focused on bringing families closer together. The company benefits the common family by harnessing the power of sophisticated, multi-billion dollar satellite technology. The SecuraPAL (Personal Automated Locator) ® is easily placed into your child’s pocket or backpack allowing you to easily locate them when they need help.

“SecuraTrac’s products and service fits in great with another child safety affiliate program that will be joining the growing list of programs to managed by Her Affiliate Manager over the summer” shares Karrine. “Hopefully by the end of the summer we will have 5 new parent related programs to announce along with the some new staff!”

The agreement was signed just over a week ago and preparations to launch the newest affiliate program are underway.

About Her Affiliate Manager:
Since 2007, Karrine McFarlane has been offering her services in website design and online marketing to clients around the world on a contracted basis. The outsourced affiliate management service was officially launched January 1 2010 providing small to large internet businesses the opportunity to promote their services online to parents and women on a CPA (cost per action) basis.

Contacts:

Kay McFarlane
2574 9th Ave
Port Alberni BC
V9Y 2N1 Canada
(206) 855-6011

http://www.HerAffiliateManager.com

May 19 2010 – Port Alberni, BC – Her Affiliate Manager, a web based marketing service, has announced a new formal relationship as an outsourced affiliate manager with an educational math based Internet Startup, Ten Marks Education of Newton, MA.

TenMarks Education, founded by Andrew Joseph and Rohit Agarwal, is a unique, and affordable online math program offering individualized plans for children from grades three through ten. Both founders were searching for a better way to help students achieve their potential in math and supplement their classroom learning while recognizing each child’s unique learning needs which lead to the launch of TenMarks.com.

Karrine of Her Affiliate Manager tells us, “Andrew pointed out that I am a perfect fit for managing their affiliate marketing program. As a parent of two children participating in homebased learning I sought out the services of Tenmarks.com to help fill the instructional gap that their curriculum wasn’t providing. Not only do I have the experienced as an outsourced affiliate manager of parenting programs I’m also a user of their site! It’s great to be working with an online merchant I can stand behind.”

Karrine is bringing over 6 years of experience working with Internet based companies online including; GreatAupair.com, ListPlanit.com, and Bravenet.com to the marketing team at TenMarks Education.

About Her Affiliate Manager:
Since 2007, Karine McFarlane has been offering her services in website design, performance optimization, and online marketing to clients around the world on a contracted basis. The outsourced affiliate management service was officially launched January 1 2010 providing small to large internet businesses the opportunity to promote their services online to parents and women on a CPA (cost per action) basis.

Contacts:
Canada:
Kay McFarlane
2574 9th Ave
Port Alberni BC
V9Y 2N1 Canada
(206) 855-6011

http://www.HerAffiliateManager.com

USA:
Belinda Vandervoort
38 Glen Avenue
Newton MA 02459 USA

http://www.TenMarks.com

As an associate member Her Affiliate Manager  abides by the bylaws, policies, rules and regulations of the PMA in the day to day tasks of an outsourced affiliate manager.

I made the decision to join based on their great work advocating with regards to the CT ad tax.  Happy to be on board and to be a voice within a group of great affiliate industry leaders and stake holders.

An affiliate program is not ‘NEEDED’ however,  an Affiliate program is an important part of any online marketing strategy which should also include, SEO, PPC, and Social Media Strategies.

What is an affiliate program?

An affiliate program is an Internet marketing technique. One in which you as an Internet business partner with  affiliates who go out and promote your products online in exchange for a commission. This commission is called a ‘CPA” or cost per action.

What is the advantage of an affiliate program over traditional online media buys?

Building a relationship with your affiliates creates an ongoing revenue stream. Where as a traditional online media buy (CPC or CPM) generates traffic to your site for the period of the campaign, your affiliate partners (once established) continue to promote your product and service on an ongoing basis.

What are the benefits of an affiliate program?

Well there are a few;  driving traffic to your website, increased sales, extending the reach of your brand,lower costs for acquisitions, and generating qualified leads.

When should I start an affiliate program?

If you are looking for a ‘quick traffic solution’ then it may not be the right time. As  marketers we learn that we should have a long term (five year) marketing strategy and your affiliate program is part of just that. A long term solution to provide ongoing sales (that increase over time).

Do you have a sales margin that will allow you to be competitive as an affiliate merchant compared to others in your vertical?

Do you have the time and skills to manage and build your affiliate program? Or the staffing (an in house manager or outsourced affiliate manager)?  If you do not provide the resources to your affiliates that they need you won’t see the results.

What are the costs of starting an affiliate program?

A few basic start up costs;

• Affiliate tracking (either with a network or inhouse software)
• Preparing training resources, landing pages, data feeds, & creative
• Announcing and promoting your program (press releases, advertisements on affiliate forums)
• Recruiting and managing affiliates
• Establishing industry contacts
• Rewards and incentives for your affiliates

You need to factor in the cost of building and managing your affiliate program into your budgeted cost per acquisition.