THE RIPE STUFF

18 Aug ‘18

Website Maintenance Plan

Website Maintenance Plan: 5 Essential Components

18 Aug ‘18

In: Content Management Systems (CMS), Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Design & Development, / By: Chris Simental

One of my favorite quotes about planning is "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." That might sound a bit harsh, but there are times when, in hindsight,...

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14 Aug ‘18

Ripe Receives Accolades for Web Design in Los Angeles

14 Aug ‘18

In: Announcement, Branding & Visual Design, Los Angeles, Marketing, Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media

With Lebron coming to town, Los Angeles is one of the biggest hype-centers in the nation. From Hollywood, to niche eateries and shops, as well as unrivaled sports teams,

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17 Jul ‘18

Website Marketing: A Step by Step Guide

17 Jul ‘18

In: Content Management Systems (CMS), Los Angeles, Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Design & Development, / By: Chris Simental

A website is of very little value if it doesn't get much traffic. The "if you build it, they will come" mentality has never worked. The best marketing strategies for...

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4 Jul ‘18

SEO For Nonprofits: Is It Necessary?

4 Jul ‘18

In: Branding & Visual Design, Marketing, Nonprofit Resources, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media

I heard a question asked recently about whether or not SEO for nonprofits is necessary. The simple answer is: absolutely YES! And if that doesn't quite convince...

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26 Jun ‘18

Web Design for Clients: What to Expect When You’re Expecting

26 Jun ‘18

In: Client Services, Content Management Systems (CMS), Nonprofit Resources, Web Design & Development, / By: Chris Simental

Every year we complete over a dozen web design and web redesign projects. The experience level of each of our clients can vary greatly—some have participated in several web design...

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25 Jun ‘18

6 Benefits of Nonprofit Branding

25 Jun ‘18

In: Branding & Visual Design, Los Angeles, Marketing, Nonprofit Resources, / By: Heather Richman

It might seem like the words "nonprofit" and "branding" don't belong in the same sentence. After all, shouldn't nonprofits be entirely focused on their mission and serving their constituents? And,...

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28 May ‘18

A Winning Strategy to Increase Web Traffic in 3 Months

28 May ‘18

In: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Los Angeles, Marketing, Nonprofit Resources, / By: Chris Simental

To increase web traffic, you don't have to spend forever. With the right SEO strategy, noticeable results can be achieved in just a few months. Set your website up...

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20 May ‘18

9 Website Design Questions to Ask Before You Start

20 May ‘18

In: Branding & Visual Design, Content Management Systems (CMS), Nonprofit Resources, User Experience Design, Web Design & Development, / By: Chris Simental

When embarking on a new website design project, you'll want to be prepared to answer the important questions below. Knowing the answers to these will not only make the entire...

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18 May ‘18

Custom E-Learning Trends

6 Custom eLearning Trends in 2018

18 May ‘18

In: Custom eLearning Solutions, Inspiration, / By: Chris Simental

An abundance of pre-designed templates and even complete off-the shelf eLearning courses are available in the world today, each promising to speed up courseware creation and time to market....

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14 May ‘18

Everyday Nonprofit Branding – It’s fun to stay at the YMCA

14 May ‘18

In: Branding & Visual Design, Case Study, Inspiration, Marketing, Nonprofit Resources, / By: Heather Richman

I've been taking my daughter to swim classes at our local YMCA over the past few months. As an incessant visual communications person (even on my weekends as...

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