Convio Announces Nine New Authorized Convio Solution Providers

Firms Join Network of Partners Authorized to Implement and Service Convio Products

Austin, Texas (January 5, 2010) —

Convio, Inc. today announced that nine new firms have become authorized partners in the Convio Solution Provider (CSP) program. The CSP program is designed to certify companies to deploy Convio software and provide related services to assist Convio in delivering consistent, high-quality consulting and implementation services around Convio products so that charities can maximize their return on investment. The firms are Amplify Public Affairs, Beaconfire, Causeway Interactive, Jasper Design, JCA Consulting, KELL Partners, R3 Strategies, See3 Communications, and TerpSys.

“These firms have deepened their expertise with Convio products,” said Fred Waugh, vice president of alliances at Convio. “The CSP program and engagement with our partners adds value to our mutual clients and expands the offerings available to the sector. Together we offer the innovation, openness and flexibility designed to meet the mission needs of the nonprofit sector.”

In addition to ensuring that authorized partners provide the same level of consistency and service that Convio clients have grown to expect, the CSP program also gives nonprofits the flexibility to choose the applications, providers, and approach that are best suited for their needs.

As authorized partners that have received advanced product training, the nine  firms are well-versed in the implementation methodology and best practices of Convio solutions, and also offer post-deployment services and consulting. Amplify Public Affairs, Beaconfire, Causeway Interactive, Jasper Design, JCA Consulting, R3 Strategies, See3 Communications, and Terpsys are authorized to provide services for Convio Online Marketing (eCRM). KELL Partners is authorized to provide services for both Convio Online Marketing (eCRM) and Convio Common GroundTM (CRM) products.

Amplify Public Affairs is a full service public affairs firm helping manage issue campaigns, create strategic alliances, and produce effective online communications strategies for corporations, associations, and nonprofits.  To learn more about Amplify Public Affairs’ services, interested parties can visit http://www.amplifypublicaffairs.net/. 

Beaconfire’s services include web design and development, and online campaigns and marketing. To learn more about Beaconfire's services, interested parties can visit http://www.beaconfire.com/.

Causeway Interactive’s services range from online marketing consulting and web design to organizational process improvement, database deployment, and custom web application development. To learn more about Causeway Interactive's services, interested parties can visit http://www.causewayinteractive.com/.

Jasper Design’s services include web design and identity and corporate communications. To learn more about Jasper Design’s services, interested parties can visit http://www.jasperdesign.com/.

JCA Consulting is dedicated to providing technical assistance and information management solutions solely to nonprofit organizations. To learn more about JCA Consulting’s services, interested parties can visit http://www.jcainc.com.

KELL Partner’s services include website development, online fundraising and communication, and Constituent Relationship Management (CRM)/database services. To learn more about KELL Partner's services, interested parties can visit http://www.kellnonprofit.com/.

R3 Strategies provides strategy development, campaign management, and production assistance to help clients get the most from their online marketing.  The firm has maintained an exclusive commitment to the Convio platform since 2005.  To learn more about R3 Strategies’ services, interested parties can visit http://www.r3strat.com.

See3 is an interactive marketing agency specializing in web and video for nonprofits.  They create online media campaigns and strategies that help nonprofits raise money, advocate, educate, and deepen engagement. To learn more about See3’s services, interested parties can visit http://www.see3.net/convio. 

TerpSys helps organizations navigate the complex world of technology by assisting our non-profit, association, and government clients to apply user-centered design to produce exceptional results. To learn more about our design, technology and usability services, interested parties can visit http://www.terpsys.com/convio/.  

To learn more about the Convio Solution Provider program, visit http://www.convio.com/our-partners/.

Press Contact:
Karoline McLaughlin
Director, Corporate Communications
Convio, Inc.
kmclaughlin@convio.com
512-652-7865