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Direct Mail hub →Format, quantity, data, and postal plan move the number more than anything else — see what shapes price before artwork is finalized.
Read the guide →For a defined consumer or business audience, with address-level personalization and measurement.
Read the guide →House file or built audience — hygiene, deduplication, and suppression decide who's actually mailable.
Read the guide →Size, postal category, and address-block layout decide whether a postcard clears the mail stream cleanly.
Read the guide →Variable data ties each piece to one record — approved fields, fallbacks, and proofs keep it accurate at scale.
Read the guide →Accounts and roles replace households — addressing, personalization, and sales follow-up all work differently here.
Read the guide →One program specification, per-market versions, coordinated waves and reporting — run it as a single campaign.
Read the guide →Landing pages, email, paid ads, and sales follow-up all read off the same mailing under one campaign plan.
Read the guide →Response codes and matchback have to be built in before the drop, not added after results come in.
Read the guide →Print-only, mailing, and full-service vendors split up ownership differently — know who holds data and schedule before you sign.
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Seminar & Event Marketing hub →Audience targeting for retirement and estate topics, compliant invitations, venue and timing, registration, and follow-up.
Read the guide →Age-in and Medicare-eligible audiences, educational versus sales event rules, AEP timing, invitations, registration, and reminders.
Read the guide →Homeowner and age-based audiences, invitations that read as educational, bar advertising review, and consultation follow-up.
Read the guide →Choosing the venue, what the invitation says about the meal, reservation counts, no-shows, and dinner versus workshop formats.
Read the guide →Invitation campaigns across many agents and markets, AEP compression, event materials, territory suppression, and per-agent invoicing.
Read the guide →Translate the ideal attendee into selection criteria, size the market around the venue, and confirm a deliverable count.
Read the guide →What an invitation has to answer, leading with the issue rather than the firm, formats, proofing, and production.
Read the guide →When to mail, how far ahead to plan, and how production, approvals, and reminders schedule backward from the event date.
Read the guide →A registration path that works on a phone, what the confirmation carries, consented SMS reminders, and the registration-to-attendance gap.
Read the guide →Four tiers of delivery, response, attendance and outcome, why attendance rate is under-tracked, and honest attribution.
Read the guide →Ten mistakes that cost attendance, from choosing the venue before the audience to single reminders and late starts.
Read the guide →Nine questions that separate providers, when a print-and-mail vendor is the right scope, and a readiness checklist.
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48 posts
News page →We’re excited to share some recognition. MBI Direct Mail + Digital was recently featured in an industry article highlighting how print providers across North America are evolving through…
Read story →MBI was honored to sponsor and attend the West Volusia Historical Society’s Inaugural Annual Fundraiser Gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to preserving local history and strengthening our community.
Read story →MBI was honored to sponsor and attend the Winter Wonderland Gala, a truly beautiful evening centered on community, compassion, and care.
Read story →MBI is honored to be recognized as a Best of Florida 2025 winner in Printing & Signage Services.
Read story →Recently, the MBI team had the honor of attending the Florida Graphics Alliance Print Awards, a night dedicated to celebrating the best in print and design across the state.
Read story →As part of our ongoing commitment to making a positive impact in the community, MBI was proud to sponsor an incredible event that brought people together in hope…
Read story →MBI Direct Mail + Digital was honored to sponsor the West Volusia NAACP 2024 Annual Freedom Fund Banquet, an impactful evening that celebrated service, leadership, and community.
Read story →MBI was thrilled to attend the 2024 Printing United Expo in Las Vegas, an event widely recognized as the pinnacle of innovation within the printing industry.
Read story →We’re thrilled to share that MBI had an incredible night at the Florida Print Awards last Friday!
Read story →MBI is proud to announce that we have been honored with an array of awards, including eight Best of Category awards, Flamingo Award for Best Campaign, and an…
Read story →MBI was happy to help when a recent urgent request was needed.
Read story →MBI is a proud sponsor for this year's 10th Annual The Neighborhood Center of West Volusia Wine to Water fundraising event on July 25th from 5-7pm.
Read story →MBi was proud to be a sponsor of the Wishmaker's Ball. This is an annual event that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the…
Read story →MBI will be proudly sponsoring the Rock’n Hearts for the Homeless event Saturday, May 14th at Earl Brown Park.
Read story →This morning MBI got it's employees off to a good start with breakfast.
Read story →On February 24th MBI was a proud supporter of the Fourth Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser.
Read story →MBI was proud to be a sponsor at the The Rotary Club of DeLand's Barbecue Contest to benefit the Volusia/Flagler YMCA on Saturday.
Read story →It was bittersweet this weekend as Team MBI supported Me Strong for the 11th and final Victory Lap.
Read story →MBI held it's first ever employee BBQ Cook-Off today! Dave Brannon took home the 1st place trophy followed by Kenny Sauer (2nd Place) and Jim Grogan (3rd).
Read story →SUPPORT THE FIGHTERS. ADMIRING THE SURVIVORS. HONORING THE TAKEN. AND NEVER, EVER GIVING UP HOPE.
Read story →MBI was recently recognized for outstanding work in several categories. When you want top notch quality and service, MBI is the premiere source for AWARD WINNING Print and Digital Solutions.
Read story →MBI was well represented today at the Rotary Club of DeLand’s 15th Annual Bowling for Literacy.
Read story →MBI was selected as a winner in the 58th Anniversary In-house Design Awards.
Read story →Be sure to get your tickets before they sell out! MBI is a proud sponsor for this year's 9th Annual The Neighborhood Center of West Volusia Wine to…
Read story →Today MBI showed up in a big way for the arrival of the BIG RED BUS to donate blood.
Read story →Printing Impressions magazine, producer of the annual Gold Ink Awards, announced that MBI Direct Mail, Inc has won a Silver Award for the entry, entitled Global Hope Annual…
Read story →MBI would like to express a sincere thanks to the Nurses, Doctors, Grocery store employees, Warehouse Workers, First Responders, Delivery Drivers, Cleaners and other members of the essential workforce.
Read story →According to the recent bulletin from the USPS, a federal entity, all operations of commerce that support this essential governmental function such as the mailing and printing industry…
Read story →The Printing Industries of America has announced MBI Direct Mail, Inc as a winner of the 2020 Best Workplace in the Americas (BWA) awards program.
Read story →MBI brought home more accolades this weekend to put in the trophy case!
Read story →We're always looking for a few good recruits! Click here to view our current Job Openings.
Read story →MBI Is proud to announce that Eva Sauer has been awarded her Certificate of Completion as a USPS Certified Direct Mail Professional.
Read story →MBI has done it again! Printing Industries of America created the BWA awards to honor printing companies that provide a great workplace.
Read story →Print marketing is compelling, memorable, and engaging. As people touch, hold, and even smell paper, they respond in a profoundly personal way.
Read story →Thank you to all of our customers, partners and friends for another successful year at MBI.
Read story →Our holiday hours will be as follows: Christmas Eve: 8:00am-12noon Christmas Day: Closed New Years Eve: 8:00am-12noon New Years Day: Closed #MBIDirectMailDoneRight #MarketingByInnovation #HappyHolidays #HolidayHours
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Read story →MBi is proud to announce some new winning additions that were received at the #FloridaPrintAwards.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is proud to announce that we’ve partnered with Textium to bring you MBI Mobile Solutions.
Read story →MBi is proud to announce the latest additions to our trophy case...
Read story →MBI has received another prestigious award: Printing Industries of America created the BWA awards to honor printing companies that provide a great workplace.
Read story →FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [DeLand, FL] - [December 2, 2016] - MBI, Inc of DeLand, Florida has been awarded the designation, Best Workplace in the Americas 2016, for its exemplary human resources practices.
Read story →Physical Unlike your Website, direct mail is an “active” format. Customers may find their way to your website, but a direct mail piece in their mailbox is a…
Read story →Community
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MBI Cares page →This summer, we had the privilege of teaming up with the Trenton Stewart Foundation, an organization founded in memory of Trenton Stewart to support student-athletes who exhibit the same grit and character he embodied.
Read story →In April, MBI Care’s campaign highlights our sponsorship of The Matt Buth Foundation.
Read story →In March, MBI Cares highlights the St Johns River-to-Sea Loop Alliance "Spring to the Springs Family Fun Ride and Trail Celebration."
Read story →This month’s MBI Care’s campaign highlights our sponsorship of Give Kids The World Village (GKTW), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing vacations for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is thrilled to announce our sponsorship of the Krewe of Amalee, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the spirit of Mardi Gras and supporting local charities in the DeLand area.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is proud to sponsor MEStrong, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families and individuals affected by cancer.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is a proud sponsor of the West Volusia Historical Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of West Volusia County, Florida.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is a proud sponsor of the Neighborhood Center of West Volusia, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing critical services to families and individuals in need in our local community.
Read story →Save the Date! August 7, 2023, marks the 11th annual Wine to Water 2.0 event, organized by the Neighborhood Center, and proudly sponsored by MBI. Join us in making a difference and supporting our community by providing vital financial assistance for water, utilities, and other essential services, preventing homelessness for those in need.
Read story →The Athens Theatre in DeLand, Florida, is a beloved cultural landmark that has been an integral part of the community for almost a century.
Read story →MBI Direct Mail is a proud sponsor of the Good Samaritan Clinic of DeLand, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free medical and dental care to low-income and uninsured individuals in the community.
Read story →MBI is excited to celebrate World Elephant Day today and share with you a special place here in Florida.
Read story →Celebrate Cat Day and visit a local shelter. The CAT PROTECTION SOCIETY is a no-kill shelter located in Central Florida providing a safe haven for these innocent and sweet cat victims until we can find them the purrfect forever home through our adoption services. Share pictures of your feline friends in the comments below.
Read story →MBI recycles all of its waste paper and cardboard every month to minimize its environmental impact.
Read story →MBI was a proud sponsor for this year's 10th Annual The Neighborhood Center of West Volusia Wine to Water fundraising event on July 25th.
Read story →The BIG RED BUS came to visit MBI for the second time this year.
Read story →MBI was proud to be a sponsor of the Wishmaker's Ball. This is an annual event that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. A Great Night of dinner and dancing for a great cause!
Read story →MBI was a proud sponsor of the Rock’n Hearts for the Homeless event Saturday, May 14th at Earl Brown Park.
Read story →Earth Day has arrived! One of the ways we #InvestInOurPlanet is that all of the paper and envelopes we purchase come from responsibly managed forests and all have a certification that tracks the products back to where they were harvested. So, you can be confident that when investing with us, you're also investing in our planet.
Read story →Earth Day is around the corner, and we want everyone to join our efforts to reduce, reuse, and recycle!
Read story →MBI Direct Mail was a proud sponsor as The Rotary Club of DeLand is hosted a Barbecue Contest to benefit the Volusia/Flagler YMCA on Saturday.
Read story →It was bittersweet this weekend as Team MBI supported Me Strong for the 11th and final Victory Lap.
Read story →A BIG RED THANK YOU!... to all those who donated blood today. You are all heroes!
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