MediaGroup Promotions, Williamsburg VA
Mike Descher from MediaGroup Promotions

Mike Descher

MediaGroup Promotions

About Us

MediaGroup was founded in 2001 as an alternative for small businesses and corporate departments to provide enhanced services without the need to hire full time employees.

Our experienced group of industry professionals can provide short or long term solutions to the day to day issues experienced in every business.

Originally founded by a highly skilled group of diverse high tech professionals, MediaGroup began with an understanding of Branding, Business Development, High Technology, Digital Publishing and Web/Video Production unmatched in the United States. Our group of industry professionals, have over 100 years of business experience for you to rely on.

Since that time we have coached many businesses on growth initiatives and how to get the most out of technology. We have developed business plans and strategies for start-ups, established new and expanded sales channels for established business leaders, and trained sales, marketing and industry icons to be the best. We also are experts in matching your business to the right type of print and promotional items to help you increase your sales quickly.

The key to our success is our shared abilities to look at a business problem and provide the right solutions. We have discovered that many times you are just too close to your business to see "outside the box", or where potential opportunities may exist. That is where MediaGroup fits in your business planning. We want to be your trusted, professional resource that listens to your problems and helps you execute more effectively.

Please feel free to contact us for advice on any project no matter how small. If we cannot help you, we pledge to help you find the right solution partner that can.

How We Got Started

We started as a group of Apple Employees collaboratively working on new marketing projects for large publishing and printing firms. We grew and eventually became what we are now...A one stop call for ANY marketing deliverables you may need from a trade show booth to a business card and anything in-between!

Products & Services
Screen Printing by MediaGroup Promotions
We offer screen printing in Williamsburg.
Trade Show Booths - Rent or own by MediaGroup Promotions
From a simple pop up to a 100' x 100' 2 story booth we can help design, set-up, dismantle, and handle all graphics and logistics worldwide!
Promotional Products by MediaGroup Promotions
From Apparel to Drink-ware to high tech gifts and food. If you need a product with your name on it we can get it for you!
Recommendations Given (60)
"Great marketing team that listens and executes terrific plans for clients. "
"Maryann is fantastic! Book a chocolate and wine tasting for a special group event!! Unusual and..." Read more "Maryann is fantastic! Book a chocolate and wine tasting for a special group event!! Unusual and fun…not to mention Tasty!!"
Recent Activity

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on July 18, 2023
Refferals by email or phone  (more) Refferals by email or phone 

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on May 11, 2021
Hang in there Melanie!!   (more) Hang in there Melanie!!  

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on October 05, 2020
We value all of our employees and have paid insurance for them for years.  The virus is not a consideration alone.  Your most valuable assets are your employees you should make sure they have excellent insurance available to them at all times, and honest policies for sick leave to protect your... (more) We value all of our employees and have paid insurance for them for years.  The virus is not a consideration alone.  Your most valuable assets are your employees you should make sure they have excellent insurance available to them at all times, and honest policies for sick leave to protect your business.

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on May 04, 2020
I think if you are in business keep at it!  Use this time to re-think your business plan.  Some things will change opening up new opportunities.  I believe many employers now see it is possible for employees to be home based, but many will need coaching on how best to implement this from an... (more) I think if you are in business keep at it!  Use this time to re-think your business plan.  Some things will change opening up new opportunities.  I believe many employers now see it is possible for employees to be home based, but many will need coaching on how best to implement this from an employer side and also how to manage time and other work from home challenges for employees.  I also think many restaurants now see how they can add to their take out business actually creating new growth ;-)
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Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on May 02, 2020
Everyone must have heard this but have you called your business insurance agent?  Many policies written by good insurance people have a loss of business clause and you can file a claim ;-)  At least look...ok? (more) Everyone must have heard this but have you called your business insurance agent?  Many policies written by good insurance people have a loss of business clause and you can file a claim ;-)  At least look...ok?
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Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on August 17, 2019
A pretty web site that may even be cool and integrated with video and other fancy things means nothing without traffic.  Put $$ aside for professional seo and sem.  If necessary spend less on the site, make it simple and when traffic increases make it nicer ;-) (more) A pretty web site that may even be cool and integrated with video and other fancy things means nothing without traffic.  Put $$ aside for professional seo and sem.  If necessary spend less on the site, make it simple and when traffic increases make it nicer ;-)

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on March 08, 2019
Best player on a winning team 😉 (more) Best player on a winning team 😉

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on February 15, 2019
I think your focus on sales may not be a correct fit.  If you love sales, try taking a into to drama course at a local college.  The more correct fit may be in customer service, where instead of breaking the ice, people need help and often you just recommend solutions to their needs.  You also my... (more) I think your focus on sales may not be a correct fit.  If you love sales, try taking a into to drama course at a local college.  The more correct fit may be in customer service, where instead of breaking the ice, people need help and often you just recommend solutions to their needs.  You also my want to try business or market development where you do analytics and determine if a product is right for a market then turn it over to a salesperson.  If you want to keep at i, attend your local chamber of commerce evening mixers where an Ambassador will introduce you around and you can gettin used to saying hello and talking with strangers...which is what sales is all about.

Mike from MediaGroup Promotions Answered this on August 10, 2018
I do not ask for reviews.  Instead I ask for testimonials I can use to promote in a variety of ways.  I also use a simple 4 question survey e-mail I send out via Survey Monkey that only takes 4 clicks of their time and has a place for a testimonial if they choose to leave one.  If you pay for a... (more) I do not ask for reviews.  Instead I ask for testimonials I can use to promote in a variety of ways.  I also use a simple 4 question survey e-mail I send out via Survey Monkey that only takes 4 clicks of their time and has a place for a testimonial if they choose to leave one.  If you pay for a Yelp account that is great so you can address any bad reviews and make amends with unhappy clients or competitors sabotaging you ;-)  Otherwise, do not sign up your business with Yelp.

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