LeapFrog Solutions ranked as "Favorite Places on Google"

Google has identified over 100,000 businesses in the U.S. as "Favorite Places on Google" based on Google users' interaction with local business listings and LeapFrog Solutions made the list!

What does this mean you may be thinking - Well, each business is receiving a window decal with a unique QR code that you scan with your phone to read reviews, star the business as your own favorite and more. To the right is an image of the window decal with the QR barcode.

What do you do with the barcode?

This unique bar code on the lower right of the sticker (known as a QR code) lets customers - and potential customers - instantly learn more about a business, by visiting a mobile version of the business' Place Page on any supported phone. Here's more on how it works and what you can do with it:

1. Make sure your phone can scan a QR code with its camera, either with an application that you download or via software that's already installed on your phone. To find out what application to use for your phone, we recommend doing a Google search for the model of your phone along with "QR reader." Some of the applications that we've found to work best include beetagg, neoreader, QuickMark and Barcode Scanner.
2. When you see a QR code, use your phone's application to scan it. If you're scanning a QR code on one of the window decals that we've sent to thousands of U.S. businesses, you'll quickly be taken to that business' mobile Place Page on Google, where you can:
   • Read reviews to see what other users think about the business
   • Find a coupon that the business has posted to their Place Page
   • Star the business to remember to check it out later, or to remember to visit again
   • Leave a review right after you leave the business. What's a better time to write what you think, than when you've just visited?

Ready to try it? You can try scanning this code from your phone right now.

(Hint: It will take you to www.leapfrogit.com)

LeapFrog is on foursquare

What is foursquare you ask?

Well, it is not the schoolyard ball game it used to be - foursquare is a location service-based social network-come-game. People use foursquare to "check-in", which is a way of announcing your whereabouts. When you check-in someplace, foursquare tells your friends where they can find you and recommend places to go & things to do nearby. People check-in at all kind of places - cafes, bars, restaurants, parks, homes, offices and now LeapFrog Solutions!

You'll find that as your friends use foursquare to check-in, you'll start learning more about the places they frequent. Not only is it a great way to meet up with nearby friends, but you'll also start to learn about their favorite spots and the new places they discover.

Many people are claiming that foursquare is the next "big thing" when it comes to social networking...so we figured, lets see for yourselves!

http://www.foursquare.com/

Social Media & Consumer Protection: Finding a Balance

LeapFrog Solutions, a member and advocate of the NVTC , is proud to announce the Social Media Committee's first event:

Social Media & Consumer Protection: Finding a Balance

Social media is a way of life and here to stay. Whether it’s Facebook, LinkedIn or twitter, businesses value these tools as a way to reach consumers and build trust, as well as increase their brand presence in a crowded marketplace. However, companies are grappling with how to best use these social media tools, while at the same time take into consideration the ethical and legal issues around consumer protection and privacy.

These well-respected panelists in the social media and consumer protection areas will address the rise of social media tools and discuss the important issues in order to continue its growth and widespread adoption as a business tool. Attendees will gain a perspective on what their idea of social media is; the business, legal and ethical issues associated with making social media tools available to consumers; privacy-related considerations; and thoughts on best practices and behaviors to help ensure continued growth.

Moderator

Gerard M. Stegmaier, Attorney, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Panelists

Pablo Chavez, Head of D.C. Policy Operations, Google

Tim Sparapani, Director of Public Policy, Facebook

Ari Schwartz, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT)

Event date:

December 1, 2009

7:30 am

Registration & Networking

8:00 – 9:30 am

Location:

The Tower Club

8000 Towers Crescent Drive

Vienna, VA

Registration:

Member: $ 45.00

Non-Member: $ 75.00

Walk-in Prices:

Member: $ 55.00

Non-Member: $ 85.00

Walk-ins will be accepted on a space-available basis.

Register at:

www.nvtc.org/events

Platinum Sponsors:

Welz & Weisel Communications

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Silver Sponsor:

CGI Technologies and Solutions

LFS was selected as #85 in the Top 100 Winners for the LACP award

The 2009 Spotlight Awards Annual Report Competition drew one of the largest number of submissions ever, representing a broad range of industries and organizational sizes.

More than 1,000 entries representing upwards of a dozen countries were received, so competition was exceptionally tough. LFS was selected as #85 in the Top 100 Winners! We won in several categories as well:

• LACP Top 100 Communications Materials of 2009

• Spotlight Awards under Print, Video, & Web Competition Overall/Platinum Winner

• Spotlight Awards under Print, Video, & Web Competition Best Narrative/Bronze Winner

Materials were judged in peer-level competitions, which are available for review under the "Winners by Format" link, LFS’ award shows under the Organizational Video format

Complete details on judging results for the LFS entry are available through this direct link

More details to follow in an LFS Press Release!

Frogs & Paws - Humane Society Walk for the Animals

Last weekend LeapFrog Solutions participated in the Humane Society Walk for the Animals, taking place in DC. Above is a photo of the LeapFrog team walking their doggies at the event.

Below is a video from the event - it was a great time!

Lisa Martin - Awarded top 100 MBE Winner

Lisa Martin is listed as one of the top 100 Winners of the annual awards program that honors outstanding women and minority business owners in Maryland, Virgina, Delaware and the District of Columbia.

The University of Maryland University College (UMUC), Southwest Airlines, the Maryland The Parren J. Mitchell Foundation and the Governor's Office of Minority Affairs are this year's host organizations.

The awards program will take place on Sunday, November 15, 2009 from 3 pm-6 p.m. at UMUC's Marriott Inn and Conference Center in Adelphi, Maryland.

To read the full list of award winners please click here>

Sneakerball VI Highlights Video

Just in Time for Football Season...

LeapFrog Solutions, Lisa Martin & Megan Yamamoto lock arms with some of the Washington Redskins "Hoggets" at the VIP Sneakerball event hosted by the Greater Washington Sports Alliance .

In great anticipation of the Sneakerball upcoming event.

It was about time to buy a new pair of high top sneakers..

LeapFrog Solutions is excited to attend the annual SneakerBall and further support the Greater Washington Sports Alliance.

SneakerBall is the only black tie and sneakers gala that annually celebrates the best of sports in the Greater Washington D.C. region. The event is organized to benefit the Greater Washington Sports Alliance Foundation, which is made up of six local charities and creates avenues for corporate philanthropy to enhance the region's youth sports programs and facilities.

SneakerBall is one of Washington, D.C.'s signature galas held at the National Building Museum with over 1,000 attendees, more than 50 professional athletes & Olympians, the Greater Washington sports franchise ownership groups, leaders of the region's business community and the Sports Alliance charitable partners.

SneakerBall Awards:

New to SneakerBall VI is an interactive awards program. For the first time in the history of SneakerBall the public will vote for the winners in categories that define excellence in athletic performance, franchise leadership, community sponsorship and media coverage.

Sneakerball Auction and Raffle Items:

Guests of SneakerBall VI will have the opportunity to bid on over 100 silent items as well as live auction items at SneakerBall. Raffle tickets can be purchased by contacting Tricia Barry at tbarry@gwsportsalliance.com.