New Media expert Rich Goidel joins Bernard Hodes Group, as National Digital Leader

Bernard Hodes Group, a leading provider of integrated talent solutions, is pleased to announce that Rich Goidel, an expert in innovative digital solutions and new media, has joined the company as Senior Vice President, National Manager, Digital Solutions.

ÑRichÇs vast expertise in the areas of digital tools and applications will keep us on track to continuously develop and provide the newest and most meaningful digital technologies to our clients, said Joseph Fortunato, executive vice president, CFO and COO, Bernard Hodes Group.

Goidel joins Hodes after serving as Interactive Director for three, an integrated marketing company based in Atlanta. Prior to his stint at three, he held the position of Director of Engineering at Moxie Interactive where he spearheaded development of ECCO A proprietary media campaign measurement tool that evaluates metrics of Engagement, Connection, Conversion and Opinion according to weighted benchmarks and aggregates the numbers into a single campaign efficacy score. Goidel also founded and managed Media Firma, an interactive boutique where he produced award-winning, brand-centric web sites, email marketing campaigns and application interfaces for clients such as the GA Lottery, Coca-Cola, and ADP. In addition, throughout his career he has produced effective solutions for other top brands such as Microsoft, Bellsouth, Mercedes Benz, IBM and GE Power Systems.

I am extremely pleased to join Hodes and utilize my skills and experience to solidify the companyÇs position as a leader in the digital space, said Goidel. ÑThe Hodes Digital team is home to some of the most brilliant talent in our industry. I look forward to adding my own expertise as we continue to bring innovation and ROI to our clients.

Hodes provides digital recruiting and retention solutions such as social media strategies, internal and external employee web sites and interactive media campaigns. The company integrates measurement and brand strategies into their digital solutions to ensure ROI as well as employer brand enhancement and support.