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GANZ Media, Wins Best of Los Angeles Award- ‘Best Website Designer- 2024’

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Ganz Media, Wins Best of Los Angeles Award- ‘Best Website Designer- 2024’

Aaron Ganz

“We’re honored to include Ganz Media into our BoLAA family.” ~Aurora DeRose

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — In a genuinely monumental feat, Ganz Media, a renowned website design company, has clinched the prestigious “Best Website Design—2024” award from the esteemed Best of Los Angeles Award (BoLAA) community. This recognition is a powerful testament to Ganz Media’s steadfast dedication to excellence and groundbreaking innovation in website design.

Established nine years ago, the Best of Los Angeles Award community is a thriving network of over 7,800 professionals living and working in Southern California. Their mission is crystal clear—to identify and honor the best of Los Angeles, fostering a community of individuals who uphold unwavering standards of quality and integrity. With its resolute slogan, “No Ads. No B.S. Only the Best,” the community is steadfast in its mission to spotlight those who consistently excel in their respective fields.

Aurora DeRose, the award coordinator for BoLAA, expressed the community’s deep commitment to its mission of honoring the best of Los Angeles and fostering connections among like-minded individuals. Welcoming Ganz Media into the BoLAA family is a testament to its standing as a paragon of website design excellence.

Ganz Media’s acknowledgment by the Best of Los Angeles Award community further underscores its exemplary contributions to the field. Its expertise, dedication, and unwavering commitment to providing top-tier website design services have set it apart and garnered the admiration and respect of its peers and the broader Los Angeles community.

This accolade serves as a beacon of inspiration for professionals across diverse fields. Ganz Media’s induction into the BoLAA family is a significant milestone, symbolizing its relentless pursuit of excellence and profound influence on Southern California’s evolving technological landscape.

As Ganz Media basks in the glow of this well-deserved honor, the Best of Los Angeles Award community celebrates not only an outstanding website design company but also an organization that personifies the very essence of its mission—recognizing and promoting excellence in Los Angeles. May Ganz Media’s continued endeavors in website design inspire future generations and contribute to the ongoing narrative of excellence within the vibrant community of Southern California.

Aaron Ganz, founder of Ganz Media, is a dedicated professional passionate about leveraging technology to help businesses achieve their maximum sales and marketing potential. With expertise in marketing, sales, and business development, Ganz Media specializes in crafting innovative strategies that integrate cutting-edge tools and techniques to drive growth and engagement.

Its specialties include social media marketing and training, website design, mobile landing pages, Web 2.0 technologies, email campaigns, YouTube video production, corporate blogging, and tradeshow optimization. Ganz Media’s holistic approach ensures businesses stay ahead in a competitive market by combining creativity with strategic execution.

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Case Study: GANZ Media’s Website Development for Sonder & Santé

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Case Study: GANZ Media’s Website Development for Sonder & Santé

Client Overview: Sonder & Santé is a premier event production company based in Los Angeles, specializing in high-end galas, family festivals, corporate occasions, and non-profit events. They offer comprehensive services from initial ideation and logistics to sponsorship collateral, event design, and entertainment sourcing, ensuring each event is uniquely tailored to the client’s specific needs.

Project Objective: Sonder & Santé sought to enhance their online presence with a new website that would effectively showcase their expertise and the high-quality events they produce. They partnered with GANZ Media, a digital marketing agency, to create a visually appealing and user-friendly WordPress website that highlights their portfolio and attracts potential clients.

Solution: GANZ Media developed a sophisticated website for Sonder & Santé, focusing on the following key elements:

High-Quality Visuals:

The website features stunning photo galleries of past events, including notable occasions such as nonprofit auction winners meeting NFL legends Joe Montana, John Taylor, and Steve Bono at the Rose Bowl Stadium.

High-resolution images capture the essence of each event, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and the unique experiences Sonder & Santé creates.

User-Friendly Design:

The website is designed with a clean, modern aesthetic that is easy to navigate.

Intuitive menus and clear calls-to-action guide visitors through the site, making it simple to find information about services, view event galleries, and contact the company.

Comprehensive Service Information:

Detailed descriptions of the services offered by Sonder & Santé, from event ideation to execution, are prominently displayed.

Case studies and client testimonials provide social proof of the company’s capabilities and success.

SEO Optimization:

GANZ Media implemented SEO best practices to ensure the website ranks well in search engine results, increasing visibility and attracting more organic traffic.

Results:

Increased Engagement: The new website has seen a significant increase in visitor engagement, with users spending more time exploring the photo galleries and service pages.

Higher Conversion Rates: Improved navigation and compelling visuals have led to higher conversion rates, with more visitors reaching out for consultations and bookings.

Enhanced Brand Image: The professional and polished website has strengthened Sonder & Santé’s brand image, positioning them as a leader in the event production industry.

Client Feedback: Sonder & Santé praised GANZ Media for their creativity, technical expertise, and dedication to delivering a website that truly represents their brand. The new site has not only met but exceeded their expectations, helping them attract new clients and grow their business.

Check out their Yelp Review:

“My company, Sonder and Santé produces live events across the country. GANZ Media led us through the process of developing a new website to showcase our unique capabilities. Aaron and his team have an easily accessible process and pay wonderful attention to detail. We are beyond thrilled with our results and look forward to recommending GANZ Media to others in the future.”

 

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GANZ Media featured in MB WEEKLY: The Faces of Manhattan Beach

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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Aaron Ganz

CEO at GANZ Media

Q: WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO LOCATE YOUR MEDIA BUSINESS IN THE SOUTH BAY?

A: After spending several decades enduring the scorching heat of the San Fernando Valley, I had the pleasure of meeting my now wife who was working in the South Bay. So you could say that having a beach in my backyard, weather 30 degrees cooler, and a beautiful woman, all had a hand in my decision to work here.

Q: WHAT’S THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF RUNNING YOUR COMPANY AFTER COVID?

A: During the first few months of COVID, most of my business had dried up. At the four months in, businesses realized they had to adapt to the changing world, and with the increased need for Digital Marketing, the opportunities exploded for my business, and have not stopped since.

Q: WHAT WAS YOUR TRAINING FOR BEGINNING A MEDIA COMPANY?

A: While in college, based purely on a love of computers and technology, I was hired in a marketing position for a software company. I was privileged to have an entrepreneurial boss who took a chance on me and encouraged me to grow, learn, and teach myself the skills I needed for the position. Years later, I took a position at Ticketmaster doing email marketing. At that time, they were sending out 1.4 billion emails per year. Working for a Fortune 500 company with a solid team helped expand and refine my skills while securing a professional, comprehensive understanding of the digital marketing space. Based on that foundation, GANZ Media was born.

Q: WHERE WERE YOU BORN?

A: I was born in Hollywood, California, and came out three and a half months early, as I had things I wanted to do.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR ASTROLOGY SIGN?

A: My sign is a Pisces, which is said to have aspects of all the other 11 players in the Zodiac. So we get along with everyone.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?

A: My favorite movie is the Shawshank Redemption. I was inspired by the main character Andy Dufresne (played by Tim Robbins), his persistence in overcoming impossible odds, and learning to get by with the help of a friend.

Q: HOW CAN PEOPLE GET MORE INFORMATION ON YOUR COMPANY?

A: To find out more about GANZ Media and the services we offer, including web design, graphic design, social media, and email campaigns for small and medium-sized businesses, visit:

www.GanzMedia.com

 


An Eagle soars in time for Easter: Southbay Security & Fire Safety Company locks down a redesign!

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Client Overview: Eagle Protection

  • Company: Eagle Protection
  • Location: Torrance, California
  • Industry: Commercial & Residential Security Systems & Fire Protection

 

Challenge

Eagle Protection needed a revamped online presence to effectively showcase its comprehensive security and fire protection solutions. Their existing website lacked user-friendly navigation, failed to highlight all services, and lacked a seamless payment portal for clients.

 

Objectives

  1. Enhanced Navigation: Create an intuitive website structure for easy access to services, industry-specific information, and contact details.
  2. Expanded Content: Develop additional pages to comprehensively present all services offered and industries served.
  3. Payment Portal: Integrate a secure customer payment gateway for seamless transactions.
  4. SEO Optimization: Optimize meta tags and content to improve search engine visibility, especially in comparison to competitors.

Solution

GANZ Media collaborated closely with Eagle Protection to address their specific needs:

  1. WordPress Template: GANZ Media selected a responsive WordPress template tailored to security services. The template provided a solid foundation for customization.
  2. Navigation Overhaul:
    • Services Pages: Created dedicated pages for each service (FIRE, BURGLAR, CCTV, CARD ACCESS, EVACUATION) with detailed descriptions, benefits, and case studies.
    • Industries Served: Added industry-specific sections to highlight how Eagle Protection caters to diverse sectors (commercial, residential, industrial).
    • Contact Information: Streamlined contact details for quick inquiries.
  3. Payment Portal Integration:
    • Developed a secure payment gateway allowing clients to pay for services online.
    • Ensured compliance with industry standards for data protection.
  4. SEO Optimization:
    • Competitor Analysis: Researched competitors’ websites to identify relevant keywords and strategies.
    • Meta Tags: Optimized meta titles, descriptions, and keywords for each page.
    • Content Enhancement: Rewrote and expanded content to align with SEO best practices.

Results

  • Improved User Experience: Visitors now find it easier to navigate Eagle Protection’s services and explore industry-specific content.
  • Increased Conversion: The new payment portal facilitates seamless transactions, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced Visibility: SEO optimization has boosted Eagle Protection’s search engine rankings, positioning them ahead of competitors.

 

ADA-Compliant Menu

To ensure accessibility for all users, GANZ Media implemented the following features in Eagle Protection’s menu section:

  1. Clear Structure:
    • The menu is organized hierarchically, with headings and subheadings.
    • Each menu item is labeled appropriately, making it easy for screen readers and assistive technologies to navigate.
  2. Text Alternatives (Alt Text):
    • Images of menu items include descriptive alt text.
    • Alt text provides context for visually impaired users, allowing them to understand the content of images.
  3. Keyboard Navigation:
    • Users can navigate the menu using keyboard shortcuts.
    • Focus indicators highlight the selected menu item.

Privacy Policy

A transparent privacy policy is essential for user trust. GANZ Media incorporated the following elements into Eagle Protection’s privacy policy:

  1. Data Collection and Usage:
    • Clearly explains what personal data is collected (e.g., contact information, payment details).
    • Describes how this data is used (e.g., for service delivery, communication, or analytics).
  2. Third-Party Services:
    • Discloses any third-party services (e.g., payment gateways, analytics tools) used on the website.
    • Provides links to their respective privacy policies.
  3. Cookies and Tracking:
    • Informs users about the use of cookies and tracking technologies.
    • Explains how users can manage cookie preferences.
  4. User Rights:
    • Outlines users’ rights regarding their data (e.g., access, correction, deletion).
    • Provides contact information for inquiries or requests.
  5. Updates and Notifications:
    • States that the privacy policy may be updated and how users will be notified.
    • Encourages users to review the policy periodically.

By incorporating these sections, GANZ Media ensured that Eagle Protection’s website adheres to ADA guidelines and provides a transparent user experience. The accessible menu and privacy policy contribute to a more inclusive and trustworthy online presence for Eagle Protection.

For further details on ADA requirements related to websites and web design, click here.

Conclusion

GANZ Media’s WordPress template-based solution transformed Eagle Protection’s online presence, reinforcing their position as a trusted security partner. The website now effectively communicates their expertise and commitment to safeguarding clients’ interests.

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Los Angeles-based KTLA 5 News features a new Balloon Design website created by GANZ Media!

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Los Angeles-based KTLA 5 News features a new Balloon Design website created by GANZ Media!

Check out the video:

 

Click here to check out the new site we created for them!

 

Design Street Studios has a proud 25-year history of being the premier destination for extraordinary balloon decor on LA’s Westside and surrounding areas.

Their website’s software template platform, Homestead (previously owned by Intuit), became unstable.

To provide a modern look and mobile-friendly design, GANZ Media developed a new WordPress-based site and conducted keyword research on their competitors to provide an SEO boost in the Search Engines.

The site features over 40 Image Galleries and includes over 700 stunning balloon design photos!

Check out this awesome testimonial from owner Linda Soto:

“Thrilled with my new website from Ganz Media! It was important for me to work with someone that listened to my needs and understood my vision. Creating a site that navigates with ease and a layout to highlight photos of my work and capabilities was the main goal of a new site. Aaron delivered!It was a pleasure working with Ganz Media. Highly recommend.”

 

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“Social Media Best Practices in Construction & Beyond” for the LINXS Training Institute

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Los Angeles Airport LINXS

Los Angeles Airport LINXS Project

 

This month, GANZ Media gave a presentation for the LINXS Training Institute of LA Mentor-Protégé Program Virtual Workshop titled “Social Media Best Practices in Construction & Beyond“.

Click here to see the progress of the Los Angeles Airport People Mover project.

Attendees learned how best to promote their construction projects using social media. The topics covered included the many ways to use social media, the keys to a successful social media plan, do’s and don’ts, plus tips and tricks.

Contact GANZ Media today to see how we can help you with your Social Media or Digital Marketing!


Digital Marketing meets Los Angeles City Hall!

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Through the Chamber of Commerce, and the LAX Coastal Leadership Academy class of 2023, GANZ Media receives a Leadership Award from District 11 Councilwoman Traci Park at City Hall!

Other highlights of the Day include a Tour of ATSAC (Automated Traffic Surveillance and Control) California Department of Transportation.


Tasty BBQ needs a TASTY website…Britt’s BBQ in El Segundo sizzles!

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Located on Main St. in El Segundo, Britt’s was in need of a new website. They found themselves in an unfortunate situation. Their old web developer stopped providing them the level of support they were used to, the site was not working properly, and they were losing customers as a result.

Also, they were locked into paying for features that weren’t being implemented. GANZ Media is all too familiar with this scenario. We secured access to their hosting, developed a new more modern WordPress website, SEO optimized it to boost traffic, and launched just in time for Easter!

Click here to check out the new site.

The owner Claudia de Leon was happy too: “Thank you so much! We are so excited by our new site, and so are our customers!!”

Here is a before snapshot:

And here is the brand new site we created for them:

 


GANZ Media CEO joins Santa Monica YMCA Board of Directors!

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In January of 2022, CEO Aaron Ganz of GANZ Media was nominated for and accepted a position on the Santa Monica YMCA Board of Directors.

As an active member of the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce for the past 5 years, Aaron seeks to promote promote cross synergies between the two organizations. Additionally, Aaron has been asked to serve on the JEDI commitee, to promote Justice, Education, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Community.

In the spirit of the Easter Holiday, help Aaron & GANZ Media support the kids of local Santa Moncia YMCA with a small donation, or share this link on your social media profiles:

https://secure.givelively.org/donate/santa-monica-young-mens-christian-association/community-giving-initiative/aaron-ganz

 

 


GANZ Media wins contract to manage Santa Monica Chamber Website!

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The Santa Monica Chamber needed help with their website. Neglected during the Pandemic, their 10 year old WordPress site required an upgrade. We performed the following changes:

1) Fixed integration with ChamberMaster Scheduling software
2) Upgraded to most current version of WordPress, Removed outdated pages
3) Updated Site Map/Navigation/Added Mega-Menus to improve user experience
4) Created Navigations links section in the site footer
5) Added Instagram wall
6) Added awards certification strip/section to promote credibility
7) Added in Social Media icons to the FOOTER of all pages.
8) Updated email newsletter signup with a “Click Now” button
9) Added SEO Keyword Tags
10) Began providing monthly site maintenance/plug-in updates/backups to make the site more secure