Calgary, Alberta (April 30, 2007) -- Twist Marketing, a Calgary-based consulting, communications and technology firm, has been awarded multiple honors in the international 2007 Summit Creative Awards® competition for its work with both Medallion Development Corporation and The District of Elkford, British Columbia.

“The interesting thing about the Summit Creative Awards is its recognition of creative beyond mere creativity.” Said Corey Brewis, Creative Director for Twist Marketing. “On behalf of our team, we’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our creative solutions not just for their attractiveness, but for their ability to attract. We’re proud of the effective communications delivered through a tight alignment with brand, business drivers and marketing strategy.” Brewis adds, “Although the positive results realized by our clients should be enough, peer recognition is always a bonus!”

The International Summit Creative Awards recognizes and celebrates the creative accomplishments of small and medium sized advertising agencies and other creative groups with annual billings of $25 million or less. Over the last decade, the competition has established itself as the premier arbiter of creative excellence for firms of this size.

This year’s creative competition included companies from twenty-six countries world-wide. Each entry was judged against a stringent set of standards. During the blind judging events (entering company names withheld) judges search for innovative and creative concepts, strong executions and the ability to communicate and persuade.

Additional information about the International Summit Awards organization, its competitions and winning firms can be found on the Summit Awards web site at: http://www.summitawards.com

Among the creative recognized was the aggressive re-branding of The District of Elkford, British Columbia. Reflective of the energy associated with both the untamed wilderness environment that surrounds Elkford, and the adventurous spirit which defines its people, this new brand has proven to not only increase community pride, but to attract and promote tourism and economic development within the region.

“The District is very pleased with the new brand and the attention it is getting.” Said Corien Speaker, Chief Administrative Officer for The District of Elkford, British Columbia. “The playfulness yet professionalism of the brand enables the District to market itself in a way that captures the attention of visitors and residents.”

Twist Marketing is a consulting, communications and technology services firm, serving local, national and international clientele. Committed to delivering measurable business value, Twist Marketing collaborates with its clients to help them become top performing businesses during times of growth and change. Additional information can be found on the Twist Marketing web site at http://www.twistmarketing.com

About Twist Marketing

Calgary-based Twist Marketing is a strategic marketing and communications firm serving clients across Canada. Since 2002, businesses in a wide range of industries have relied on Twist Marketing to help them overcome their most demanding marketing challenges, including the development of marketing and brand strategies, strategic web development and marketing program execution. Municipalities also turn to Twist Marketing to increase the effectiveness of their economic development programs and community branding and marketing initiatives. In 2006, Alberta Venture Magazine ranked Twist Marketing as the 7th fastest growing company (under $20 million) in Alberta. The same year, Profit Magazine ranked it 37th on its Profit Hot 50 – Emerging Growth companies. www.twistmarketing.com