http://www.refer-it.com

November 13, 2003

                           Jupitermedia's
                  REFER-IT.COM INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER
               "Affiliate Resources, Revenue and Tips"

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1. Refer-it Top 10
  #1 Program - HerbalSensations.com

2. Industry/Program News

3. Webmaster Tips
  
4. 4 Star Programs


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Refer-it Top 10 Affiliate Programs                 
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Special congratulations to HerbalSensations.com, 
the #1 Refer-it program.

1. HerbalSensations.com
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=5502

2. Kiss.com
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=7654

3. ClubMom
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=8345 

4. E-Commerce Exchange
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=1298

5. DreamMates
http://www.refer-it.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=4303

6. Niche Marketing Research Center
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=9565

7. Juniper Bank
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=6137

8. General Vitamin Corporation
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=7259

9. ABS Travel
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=7535

10. DatingCash.com
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=570

* Refer-it Top 10 programs are calculated by the absolute number of 
clickthroughs each program received on Refer-it.com.

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Industry News
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Is California Killing Affiliate Marketing?

As e-mail marketers scramble to understand California's new spam 
law and prepare for its taking effect on January 1, affiliate 
marketers are bracing themselves for what could be a profound 
change to their businesses.

[full story]
http://www.internetnews.com/IAR/article.php/3093731

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ValueClick's Be Free: Client Win - Intercontinental Hotels Group

Intercontinental Hotels Group announced it will use
ValueClick's Be Free affiliate marketing platform to broaden the 
size and scope of its affiliate program. The full release can be 
accessed at http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/030923/cltu023_1.html

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CJ Launches CJ Affinity

Commission Junction has created an expanded partner program, 
CJ Affinity. The program offers clients access to a network 
of companies providing online marketing solutions. Participating 
companies include Yahoo! Store, Eyeblaster, Marketleap and Topica.

Commission Junction president Jeff Pullen said, "Marketing on the 
Internet continues to evolve. As more funds are directed to online 
marketing programs, the challenges and opportunities expand. To help 
our clients maximize the return on their spend, we're assembling 
the top solution providers in several areas such as rich media, 
search engine marketing and e-mail."

CJ Affinity also provides partners with access to Commission 
Junction's base of advertisers. Partner companies participate in one 
of three categories, each involving a different level of financial, 
time and resource commitment:

Strategic Alliance -- Companies involved in commerce, marketing 
or technology that are "committed to a long-term, integrated 
relationship."

Preferred Partner -- Offer products or services complementary to 
Commission Junction's online marketing solutions. Collaborate 
with Commission Junction on opportunities for product enhancement 
and education.

Select Partner -- Partners may already share Commission Junction's 
client base. They offer clients products and services to strengthen 
their online presence.

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Program News
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Old Navy

Spin Old Navy's holiday wheel of chance! Your customers could win 
$25,000. Plus, don't miss the latest Item of the Week -- Frost 
Free Jackets for the whole family. And get set for the Holiday 
Glow with the finest festive fashions for moms-to-be. 

[join program]
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=7061&header=directory

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1-800-Flowers.com

Special offers to promote to your customers this month include: Gift 
Basket Bonanza! Save 10% on Gift Baskets at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM! and 
Buy a Basket of Autumn and receive 25% off a Harvest Cheesecake 
Sampler!
 
[join program]
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=1981&header=directory

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Illuminations.com 

Here's the specials schedule for November: Nov 10-16 25% off site 
wide and free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Nov 17-23 $10 off 
orders of $75 or more and free shipping on orders of $50 or more.
Nov 24-30 25% off site wide and free shipping on orders of $65 
or more.

[join program]
http://www.referit.com/Main.cfm?screen=displayProfile&id=2456&header=directory

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Webmaster Tips                                  
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Customer Service Tech Solutions 101
 
An overview of the four basic, Web-based customer service solutions 
-- what they are, what they do, and why you should consider them for 
your business.

[full story]
http://www.clickz.com/tech/ad_tech/article.php/3105781

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4 Star Programs
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Four-star programs include ClubMom, DatingCash.com, DellHost.com, 
and more ...

Check out the latest four-star-rated programs at:
http://www.referit.com/main.cfm?screen=toprated&header=directory


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