February 3, 2010
Chalk 2009 in the record books for Onyx Group. We had an outstanding year thanks to amazing clients, supportive friends and family. We are so thankful for the network that has surrounded us, and we are grateful for our success in 2009.
Onyx Group is pleased to announce several organizational changes that will enhance our ability to offer outstanding services to our clients in 2010:
• Nick Williams has transitioned into Onyx Group’s Communications Manager, where he will be focusing heavily on marketing. “I am thrilled to be able to work on Onyx’s marketing efforts,” Nick says. “There are so many things involved with our brand awareness, and we have some awesome ideas in store for 2010.”
• After joining the team late last year, Neil Bell (aka “Mr. Media”) is settling into his business development position. Neil brings a plethora of knowledge and skill to the team and is already off to a strong start in 2010.
• Onyx Group welcomes Adrian Mummey, who will be helping to take our websites to the next level of excellence as our new Information Engineer (aka “Web Nomad”). For more information on Adrian, check out the About section of our newly-updated web site.
• Megan Valente has transitioned from her position as general intern to her new position as Communications Assistant (aka “The Connector”). She will be helping with Onyx’s social networking and will be manning the front desk.
• Bill Mattox recently joined the Onyx Group as our resident Wordsmith. An experienced writer, Bill (aka “The Chaperone”) is a KCCI Catalyst for 2010 along with Onyx Principal Nadia Kamal.
With so many new things going on at Onyx, we are excited about the year ahead. Please check out our refurbished website at www.onyxcreates.com. If you have any questions or want to talk about how we can help your business succeed in 2010, please give us a call at (850) 877-3930.
January 19, 2010

Chalk 2009 in the record books for Onyx Group. We had an outstanding year thanks to amazing clients, supportive friends and family. We are so thankful for the network that has surrounded us and we are very excited for the success we had in 2009.
With a New Year, comes new beginnings. Onyx Group is proud to announce the launch of our new website. With an all encompassing outlook, you can constantly know what Onyx Group is up too with our Portfolio, Blog, Twitter and Flickr Feeds.
“We create amazing work and campaigns for our clients and we needed our website to highlight this. We have worked very hard to produce an outstanding website featuring our portfolio and services, and it’s a great to start to the New Year” says Kris Carter, Onyx Group Principal and Creative Director.
With so many new things going on at Onyx Group, we are so excited for what 2010 has in store. Please check out our website at www.onyxcreates.com. If you have any questions or want to talk about your marketing and business, please give us a call at (850) 877-3930.
Happy New Year from everyone at Onyx Group!
May 20, 2009
Onyx Group is excited to announce new summer intern Sarah Santilli. The senior Information Technology major at Florida State is ready to hone her skills for the next three months in graphic design, branding, and business strategy here at the Onyx Group.
Originally from Palm Beach, Florida, Sarah is an avid scuba diver, enjoys going to Seminole football, baseball, and basketball games, and likes to think of herself as a restaurant connoisseur.
Welcome to the Onyx Group, Sarah!
April 23, 2009
Tallahassee, FL, April 23, 2009 – Live in Tallahassee stopped by the Onyx Group office late last week to film a segment for their television program which featured Onyx Group’s Nick Williams where he discussed the proud honor of being a Tally Awards award winner. The 4th annual awards ceremony saw the agency take home The People’s Choice for Best Marketing Firm and Best Web & Graphic Design.
“Having the Live in Tallahassee cameras in the office was a lot of fun. Hopefully it gave everyone who saw it a better glance at who we are and what we do,” said Nick Williams, Onyx’s New Business Manager.
March 2, 2009
Tallahassee, Florida, March 2, 2009 – Onyx Group took home three awards Saturday night at AAF-Tallahassee’s ADDYs, the advertising industry’s largest and most representative creative competition, recognizing creative excellence and the very best advertising worldwide. The agency won a Gold ADDY for the design of Acadian Sea Planes’ website, and two Silvers for the company’s own collateral and stationery package.
“We are so excited! It feels great to be honored by our peers for all the hard work we did last year,” said Agency Co-Principal Kris Carter. “To win three awards in our first time entering is thrilling!”
To add to the excitement, these wins came less than a month after being named the people’s choice for Best Web and Graphic Design and Best Marketing Firm at the 4th Annual Tally Awards.
February 2, 2009
ONYX GROUP WINS BIG AT THE 4TH ANNUAL TALLY AWARDS
Tallahassee, Florida, January 31, 2009 – Onyx Group took home two awards at last weekend’s 4th Annual Tally Awards. The agency was the people’s choice for Best Marketing Firm and Best Web & Graphic Design. This was the second year in a row that the group was awarded Best Web & Graphic Design.
“It’s such an honor to be recognized two years in a row for Best Web & Graphic Design! And to win Best Marketing Firm as well – wow! Our thanks and love go out to everyone who voted for us. Thank you so much!” said Agency Co-Principal Nadia Kamal.
Adding to the excitement for Onyx Group were the awards won by 5 of their clients: Gibbs & Culpepper Tree Service for Best Tree Service Company, Capital Training Resources for Best Professional Service, William W. Gwaltney for Best Law Practice, Aegis Computer Services for Best Computer Repair, and Barineau Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. for Best Air Conditioning Company.
January 20, 2009
ONYX GROUP ANNOUNCES MIAMI EXPANSION
Tallahassee, Florida, January 26, 2009 – Onyx Group is coming to Miami. The agency announced this week that they will expand business into Miami and Fort Lauderdale as part of the marketing communication agency’s plan to become a major player not only in Tallahassee, but in south Florida as well.
“I have never been around a group of more energetic and driven people in my life. It’s no wonder that my team is ready to tackle Miami with an infectious passion,” says Matt Meinrod, Onyx Group’s Regional Business Developer.
January 9, 2009
ONYX GROUP ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP
Tallahassee, Florida, January 9, 2009 – Onyx Group announced this week that creative manager Kris Carter has become co-owner of the agency, joining Nadia Kamal as an Agency Principal. Carter’s innovative and unique designs have helped the agency move into the spotlight as one of Tallahassee’s premier marketing communications agencies.
“I’m so excited that Kris is coming on as an Agency Principal. From the day he started at the company, I knew he had an enormous amount of design talent and was extremely business savvy. This has been a long time coming,” says Nadia Kamal, Onyx Group Agency Principal and co-owner.
December 23, 2008
Thanks to your vote - Onyx Group is a finalist for the Tally Awards in Best Marketing Firm AND the Best Web and Graphic Design. We hope we can win another award like last year, maybe even 2 awards.
Thank you to all that have voted for us. Stay tuned to find out the results!
November 3, 2008
October was a busy month for the Onyx Group! We worked on quite a few projects and would like to share three of them with you!
WORKForce plus 2008 Annual Report
This annual report was distributed to WORKForce plus’ board members, shareholders, and stakeholders.

Tyler’s Gift Baskets Website
This website is currently in coding and should be live in the coming weeks!

2008 Women of Distinction Gala Invitations and Tickets
Gala benefiting the Girl Scout Council of the Apalachee Bend


