At Hitcents we’ve been Dreaming It Real for over 10 years. Pull up a chair, & let us tell you a little bit more about it.
Starting with a couple of (not-your-average) high school kids and a computer, Hitcents has had a jam-packed decade - full of success, dreams, solutions, and a whole bunch of fun along the way. Check out our information below, and see what we do, why we do it, and how we got to where we are today!
About Us
We’re all about creating a custom solution for your business. At Hitcents, we like to code, create and innovate and we have a pretty good time in the process. We could talk about ourselves a little more, so if you’re into it, read on!
Company:
We’re a interactive & creative agency specializing in web and software development located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. We take a lot of pride in our work here. Instead of offering cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all products, we bring innovative and insightful solutions to each and every client. Whether you are looking for a new website, a marketing campaign, custom software or an entire ERP setup, we’ve got you covered. We know it sounds like a lot, but believe us, there’s more where that came from! Check out our Capabilities for more information.
Founders:
Technology-minded since they were tots, twins Chris & Clinton Mills started Hitcents at the young age of 15. Since then, it has evolved from a 2 person internet advertising venture into a multi-faceted technology company.
History
From 1999 to today, see some of the bright and shiny moments of Hitcents
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Hitcents was founded in 1999 by high school sophomores Chris & Clinton Mills as an internet advertising company. Clients were paid on a cents-per-hit basis, which is where the name Hitcents comes from. // 1999 Web department services are introduced, leading to a development of over 40 functional websites by 2004 // 2002 Hitcents has it's ribbon cutting as the very first company in the WKU Center for Research and Development. // 2002 Big News! Hitcents is acquired by Houchens Industries, a 2 billion dollar corporation. // 2003 Hitcents hires the first employee and in the same year expands the office to make room for all 11 employees. // 2004 Our space and numbers are continuing to grow. starts self scan initiative partnering with Pan-Oston and bringing the total employee count to 32. Hitcents expands office to 9,000 square feet to allow for more space to grow. // 2006 Hitcents launches Utopia product with Pan-Oston, the next generation of self-checkout lanes. // 2006 Hitcents launches ERP software division, offering complete software and hardware solutions for all larger business needs. Hitcents reaches 50 employees and expands to 10,000 square feet of space. // 2006 Hitcents ticketing kiosks successfully implemented for WKU Athletics. Nationwide marketing program for the kiosks launches. // 2007 The first-ever installation of Utopia self-checkout lanes occured at the IGA in Morgantown, KY // 2007 Hitcents equips Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce with specialized technology equipment; including an advanced EyeOn Automation System and an interactive presentation for visitors. // 2007 Hitcents launches BlueCotton.com, a revolutionary website for designing and ordering t-shirts online using a custom design studio. // 2007 Hitcents is listed 191 of the 500 fasted growing companies by Inc. Magazine. Chris and Clinton Mills are also named fifth in the top CEO's under 30 years old by Inc. // 2007 Extreme Makeover: Home Edition calls on Hitcents' EyeOn Automation division to install special voice-activiated electronic features in the home of the Hughes family in Louisville, KY. // 2007 The first Utopia self-checkout convenience store unit was installed in a Junior Food Store in Bowling Green, KY and later at Stack and Van Til supermarkets in the Chicago area. // 2007 Hitcents ERP department launches Omniprise to manage businesses from the ground up. // 2008 Happy 10 Years to Hitcents // 2009 Hitcents launches their first iphone app in the Apple Store // 2010 Hitcents blog is here, finally! // 2010 Hitcents wins prestigious international W3 award // 2010 Hitcents wins a Hermes International Creative Award // 2011 |
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