Google and Royal Mail Join Forces to Launch Marketing Donut to Help UK Businesses

BRISTOL, England--(Business Wire)--
A groundbreaking online marketing resource has launched in the UK to help small
businesses improve their marketing. Backed by Royal Mail and Google, Marketing
Donut will combine the advice and wisdom of well over 100 marketing, sales and
PR experts, and includes great offers from both companies.

Marketing Donut, which went live today, has been developed in response to demand
for high quality, free advice covering all aspects of marketing. Small business
owners who use the site can access hundreds of pages of practical information,
dozens of videos, and a host of online tools and resources absolutely free. They
can also post questions and contact experts directly.

James Elias, Google UK`s Head of Business Marketing, said that the timing for
the launch of Marketing Donut is perfect. "Given increased pressure to perform,
businesses are really looking for a competitive edge - and most small businesses
are seeking high quality marketing information."

"Marketing Donut is a valuable resource where they`ll be able to compare
different forms of marketing in one place, and get the advice and support they
want. We`re pleased to be involved."

Tim Rivett, Head of Small Business for Royal Mail, said: "Royal Mail are
committed to providing products and services that help small business across the
UK grow - whether that be helping them find and keep customers through
cost-effective and creative direct marketing campaigns to fulfilling their mail
and packet delivery needs.

"In the current economic climate, small businesses are looking at targeted and
accountable ways of advertising their products and services. We are delighted to
support the Marketing Donut and its ambition to help small businesses thrive
through practical marketing advice and online tools, to deliver benefits to the
bottom line."

Because it is backed by founding sponsors Google and Royal Mail, Marketing Donut
is free of advertisements. Both companies are also offering great deals to
anyone who registers to the site.

Rory MccGwire is managing director of BHP Information Solutions, the company
behind Marketing Donut. He said: "We know there is huge demand for an online
destination like this, and we`re already receiving heavy interest. Watch this
space."

The Marketing Donut is at www.marketingdonut.co.uk

Further information:

Visit http://marketingdonutblog.co.uk

BHP Information Solutions
Rory MccGwire (correct spelling)
Tel: 0117 904 2224
info@marketingdonut.co.uk

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