2011 has been a very social year with Facebook honing into advertising dollars and revamping itself every other day, much to the chagrin of its 800+ million addicts.

British retailer, Burberry, has been awarded the most prestigious recognition in luxury marketing with Luxury Marketer of the Year.

A new feature of Facebook allows businesses to receive private messages from their Fans.

Mobile was a major contender for the top trend of 2011.

Recapping 2011, businesses have steadily integrated social media into their marketing strategies, with many allotting more budgets towards social marketing or making it a high priority in their strategic plans.

Mobile devices have become an extension of us.  So much so that 35% of smartphone users use SNS apps before even getting out of bed!

Marketers are forgetting the power of YouTube and the branded YouTube channel.  Creative branded channels promote traffic and increase popularity.

Social media content increases brand recognition, drives site traffic and boosts SEO.

Oh Facebook sycophants take heed: http://www.collegehumor.com/video/6611967/not-google-plus

According to Nielsen Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, brands must become more accessible and mobile as consumers expect “anytime, anywhere” content.