BALTIMORE, MD -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 05/23/07 -- A new "meetup group," involving Search Engine Marketing, has been created on the growing meetup.com website. Anyone interested in discussing topics and sharing ideas about search engine marketing in the Baltimore/DC region is encouraged to join.

Whether an SEO pro or newcomer, members can stay informed on the exciting advances in the SEO and PPC fields and network with other agencies, freelancers, and companies, all in a casual environment. Visit the group's page at http://seo.meetup.com/75/ to say hi or to read more about the firms and freelancers that have opted in to the group.

Search engine marketing is a fast-growing field that aims to drive more traffic to client websites through a variety of tactics which can include on-page optimization, directory registration, content management, online PR, pay-per-click management and website design. Businesses everywhere are understanding the value and noting the necessity of this service as websites have become an integral part of business revenue and online advertising has become the advertising medium of choice for some of the most established and innovative companies in existence.

The Baltimore/DC SEO Meetup Group was launched by Jon Payne, Owner and Principal of Ephricon Web Marketing, an Internet marketing firm based in Baltimore, MD.

"I think all of us in the field spend a borderline-unhealthy amount of time staring at computer screens, typing long emails and keeping track of hundreds of blogs, forums, etc. Sometimes it's just nice to have a little in-person interaction where you can have the back-and-forth discussion that is not as feasible on the web. It's a nice chance to get out of the office and have a little change of scenery."

The only Maryland-based agency listed in the SEO Consultants Directory, Mr. Payne's firm specializes in search engine marketing for its portfolio of clients including individuals, professional service firms, mid-size companies. The one-time and ongoing management services offered to clients are a useful tool for drawing leads to clients and simply make websites more user-friendly.

Visit http://www.ephricon.com or Net Focus Media (a division of Ephricon) at http://www.netfocusmedia.com for more information on search engine optimization (SEO) services, partnerships, or outsourcing opportunities.

For more information about Meetup Groups, Meetup.com or to find other SEO Meetup groups visit http://www.meetup.com.

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Jon Payne
Ephricon Web Marketing
http://www.ephricon.com
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