
Founder of Forward Push
Marc Apple
Marketer, Digital Strategist, and Author
marc@forwardpush.com
(800) 986-5349
About Marc
As a kid, taking drum lessons from the same teacher who taught Bruce Springsteen’s longtime drummer was pretty cool. It also set me up for a successful career in…marketing.
I’m grateful for every moment I spent practicing on that drum set, because I discovered early on how learning from and working with top talent is key to producing the highest quality work.
In fact, “surround yourself with top talent” is the guiding principle behind the nationally recognized, award winning digital marketing agency, Forward Push, I founded in 2011.
I’ve worked for some of the nation’s largest communications companies, like CBS Radio and IHeartMedia, in some of the most fast paced marketing departments around.
In those positions I gained the experience to build a full-service agency where we thrive on championing progressive solutions and creative problem solving, all while getting real results for our clients.
I’ve also had an all access, backstage pass to witness the evolution of effective marketing collateral.
Early in my career, I found success in print media. I was the editor of a nationally distributed music and lifestyle magazine that I started in high school. I also wrote a book, You Talkin’ to Me? Thoughts and Observations on Marketing and Promotion about my industry experiences.
Now, I collaborate with some of the most talented graphic designers, videographers, writers, and web developers to create digital and traditional media assets that get real results for our clients.
Obviously, I didn’t end up being a full-time drummer, but I am still passionate about music, supporting musicians, and live music venues. I also own over 3000 albums on vinyl…with the Beatles and Rolling Stones catalogs being some of my most prized possessions.
I currently serve on the boards of local philanthropic organizations in Atlanta, including The Elaine Clark Center that champions inclusive child development, and as a member of the marketing and communications committee of the BBB of Metro Atlanta, Athens & NE Georgia.
Latest Articles
Certifications
Podcast Appearances
Awards
Digital.com
Best SEO Firm, San Francisco
MarCom Awards
2019: Gold Award
The Communicator Awards
2015: Silver Award of Distinction
2015: Silver Award of Distinction
2016: Silver Award of Distinction
2018: Silver Award of Distinction
2019: Silver Award of Distinction
Hermes Creative Awards
2016: Creative Excellence Award
2018: Gold Award
2020: Gold Award
Davey Awards
2015: Silver Award
Videographer Awards
2016: Award of Distinction
2019: Award of Distinction
Summit International Awards
2018: Best in Category
Muse Creative Awards
2020: Design Award
Vega Digital Awards
2020: Law Firm Websites
2020: Law Firm Websites
Marketing Over Coffee Awards
2014: Best Campaign
2015: Best Design
Georgia Business Journal
2020: Georgia Marketing Firms
Speaking Engagements
Ikea Digital Competence Development Workshop
Marketing United Conference
Society of Financial Service Providers
Guest Articles
A Marketing Firm Built for Small Businesses
How Forward Push Created a Sold-Out Product Launch
How do You Use Transcription to Maximize Your Content Marketing Strategy?
How to Engage Your Audience Before, During and After Your Marketing Event
Marketing Automation Software
How to Write the Perfect Guest Post Pitch
Marketing Without SEO
How to Write a Perfect Guest Post Pitch