The results are in and design comp number 3 was the clear winner. All three versions had their strong supporters, but number 3 had the most first and second place votes. IAOC member Kevin Dugan, director of marketing communications for FRCH Design Worldwide wrote, "use comp 3 - less is more...elegant in its simplicity, encourages longer reads."

Gary Olden's note reflects the general consensus of those responding, "My selection would be in the order of 3,2,1." Olden, president and CEO of 356 interactive, is working with IAOC in developing special interest groups (SIGs) and the technology forum. His own interest lies in online advertising and marketing.

Philippe Borremans, PR Manager, IBM Belgium & Luxembourg and a blogger both here on IAOC and his own ConversationBlog, made the case for comp 2: "I prefer Nr 2; clear, to the point and great lay out + color." While Steve O'Keefe was strong for comp 1: "I like the first one best -- with the tabs across the top and bottom. Very clean. Excellent!"

Comp #1 had its share of adherents: Rowan University PR professor and IAOC treasurer Michael Busler wrote, "I think all three have a professional look to them, but if I had to choose one it would be Comp 1." Steve O'Keefe added, "I like the first one best -- with the tabs across the top and bottom. Very clean. Excellent!"

I have to admit I was pleased to see #3 come in first, since it's my personal favorite. That may be because I found the photo of man-with-computer-by-the-sea is so compelling. It brought back memories of my first trip to Puerto Rico, where I actually spent a peaceful yet productive morning writing on a computer, on a patio by the sea. But putting the photo aside, what brings me back to #3 is how quickly I could take in all the different and important messages. The layout just works.

As Dan Forbush noted, "I like the bold sidebar navigation in comp 3." Of course, Dan went on to add, "but would suggest a different photo." And Joe Taylor, who recently went through a new design of his industrial website, told me he likes #3 just fine but he'd "get rid of fuzzy picture."

Thanks to all who took the time to voice an opinion. Now comes the hard part: producing content that lives up to the promise of E-Site Marketing's design.