SEMNE stands for “Search Engine Marketing New England” and was formed as a way for anyone interested in marketing their websites through search engines — from business owners to agency and client-side marketing professionals to web developers — to get together in-person on a regular basis. Basically, it was created for anyone responsible for marketing and driving traffic their website.

SEMNE Meetings feature expert speakers on topics such as online PR, blogging, click fraud, seo copywriting and more. SEMNE’s mission is to enable people to exchange information and ideas, learn new search marketing tips and techniques, while networking with like-minded individuals.

SEMNE was co-founded by Jill Whalen and Pauline Kerbici in November 2006. Jill’s long-standing presence in the search marketing industry along with Pauline’s background in integrated marketing make them the right team to help connect other professionals who are also looking for a collaborative, social outlet at the local level. Pauline and Jill share the same basic values as many search marketers: respect, integrity and honesty. SEMNE operates on these values while extending them to all members and attendees.