Erin Smith Joins MMI Public Relations

Raleigh, NC, February 16, 2011 --(PR.com)-- MMI Public Relations (http://www.mmipublicrelations.com), a Raleigh-based, full-service public relations firm, has announced that Erin Smith has joined the firm as account executive. In this position, Smith will develop and implement public relations campaigns, plan and manage client events, and handle client media relations. She has more than five years of experience in the public relations industry, most recently working with a marketing/advertising agency in Raleigh where she handled accounts in the pharmaceutical and engineering industries. Smith previously worked with a public relations agency in Boston where she managed accounts in a variety of industries, including health care, real estate, toys, food and fashion.

Quotes:
“We’re excited to have Erin join the staff at MMI,” said MMI President Patty Briguglio. “She has a strong background working in the public relations field and managing clients in a variety of industries. These skills, in addition to her educational experience, will make her an asset for MMI and the clients she handles.”

New Media Content:
MMI Public Relations’ Twitter account
http://twitter.com/MMIPR

MMI Public Relations’ “Be Heard” blog
http://www.mmipublicrelations.com/blog

MMI Public Relations’ YouTube channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/mmipublicrelations

MMI Public Relations’ Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/mmipublicrelations

Details:
- Smith graduated from N.C. State University with a bachelor’s degree in public relations communications and Spanish language.

- An active member of the community, Smith coaches the varsity girls’ softball team at Cardinal Gibbons high school and serves as advisor for Chi Omega sorority at Duke University.

- A native of Raleigh, Smith resides in the city with her husband and son.

About MMI Public Relations:
MMI Public Relations is a Raleigh-based, full-service PR firm that helps its clients start big conversations and make powerful connections. With a strong base in traditional public relations tactics, MMI has strategically evolved into a market leader in emerging PR tools such as social media, online video and podcasting. MMI works with firms and individuals in a wide spectrum of industries across the nation. Ranked among the state’s top PR firms and in the top 10 percent nationally, MMI is the recipient of more than 50 awards in the public relations arena as well as in the community. For more information, call 919-233-6600, visit the MMI Public Relations website at http://www.mmipublicrelations.com or the MMI Public Relations Blog at http://www.mmipublicrelations.com/blog.

Kathleen Mongero
MMI Public Relations
(919) 233-6600
kathleen@mmipublicrelations.com
http://twitter.com/MMIPR
http://www.mmipublicrelations.com

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