Hey Spaceman,

A few idea's/resources off the cuff.

The first thing that I would do is plan a grass roots set of breakfasts/coffees or lunches within the companys service area to pick peoples brains and forge new relationships. On my list would be:
realtors, bankers, major contractors, the person that covers real estate for the local newspaper...who you'll need to know anyway. Shoot them a quick email or call introducing yourself and let them know that you'd like to meet them "sometime". Firm up from there.

American Demographics Magazine is a great resource. Try playing with the search on findarticles.com

goleadsresidential.com could be invaluable to you once you have an idea of who you're looking for... or...for example, these list brokers will allow you to buy a list sorted by any number of factors ...for example... people who have lived in their present home valued over $8,000,000 for more than 7 years, with good credit.

Also, Your local Chamber of Commerce may sell a monthly list of those who are looking to relocate to your area. Sometimes, they make a note of the callers profession.

Hope this helps!

Hi Sam,

As a former marketing coordinator in the A/E industry, I'd recommend checking out the Society for Marketing Professional Services:

www.smps.org

This is a group for marketing professionals working specifically in your field, and a great resource. Their listserv is also quite active and would be an ideal place for your post.

hi sam me sam too, when it comes to people and stats its best to do it unknowingly cause people LIE. i work with fake friends and bypassers. fake friends are strangers that u meet and strike up conversation with u will hire and place them at exclusive decor exhibitions for example. And bypassers give u a heads up on potential clients like architects and local council who do plan approvals.

Sam