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The New Force in the Golf Industry
The golf industry is set to benefit from a fresh approach with the launch of a unique company drawing on years of experience and reputation. The Azalea Group, which offers a complete PR, marketing and management service for the golf industry, is born out of an agreement between golf specialist... - December 06, 2006 - The Azalea Group
25-Year-Old Says Goodbye to Corporate America and Hello to Her Passion
Young Business Owner Offers Helpful Insight for Exit Strategy from Employee to Entrepreneur - December 04, 2006 - Jazzy PRoductions
Denver PR Consultant Maggie Holben Quoted in Rocky Mountain News Regarding Rep. Tom Tancredo’s Media Relations Tactics
Rocky Mountain News Washington Bureau Chief Michael Sprengelmeyer interviewed and quoted Maggie Chamberlin Holben, owner of Lakewood-based Absolutely Public Relations, regarding the PR/media relations tactics of Colorado Congressman Tom Tancredo. The article ran Friday, December 1, 2006, and was... - December 03, 2006 - Absolutely Public Relations
AR PR Marketing Hits Hollywood with Sony Pictures Film
AR PR Marketing lands deal with Sony Pictures to do the publicity for the most highly anticipated movie of 2007, Stomp the Yard. This movie brings the art of a stepping together with street dancing. This high energy movie will start the New Year off with excitement! Directed by Sylvain White and... - December 01, 2006 - AR PR Marketing
GEM Public Relations Adds Four Clients to the Roster in November 2006
GEM Public Relations has big plans for the New Year. - November 29, 2006 - GEM Public Relations
MAYO Communications Retained by USC and California Toy Maker for Media Relations
USC hires MAYO Communications for media relations and a campaign for a study releasing the economic impact of the institution; Toy Maker D & L Company retains MAYO for an agreesive holiday shopping campaign warning against dangerous toys. - November 29, 2006 - MAYO Communications
Bordeaux Revives the Subtler Side of Sexy
“Fascination with Color,” Bordeaux’s mission statement is not the only fascinating aspect to this new Los Angeles women’s designer collection! True, their seamless line comes in a choice of twenty different colors but it is the simplicity and sophistication of his designs... - November 28, 2006 - Caro Marketing
Network with Thousands from the Comfort of Home
MERGE Elite Networking & Urban Philanthropy announces launch of newly designed networking site. - November 22, 2006 - Purpose Media Management
Daytime Drama Takes on Musical Comedy Again - When ABC Daytime Salutes Broadway Cares
Stars from ABC television's popular daytime lineup come to Broadway in a one night only live evening of music, dance, comedy, songs, and self parody. This highly popular yearly event benefits Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Already confirmed are stars from: All My Children, One Life to Live, General Hospital, and The View. - November 20, 2006 - Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS
Ethnic Business Awards 2006 Winners Announced at the Sydney Opera House
The Ethnic Business Awards were created by Mr Joseph Assaf, to recognise the contribution of migrants to Australian Business. They have since become one of the longest running awards in Australia, which is a testament to their success and prestige. This year's winners were migrants from Italy, Sweden, South Africa and Macedonia, who all now proudly call Australia home. - November 20, 2006 - Etcom [Ethnic Communications]
Chita Rivera, John Leguizamo and a Cast of Latino All Star Performers Unite for Broadway Cares AIDS Benefit
The worlds of Latin music and Broadway unite on November 20th at BB Kings Blues Club in New York for "An Evening of Latin Rhythms" a one night only event benefiting Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA). The Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award winning performers scheduled to appear include Daphne Rubin Vega, Jimmy Bosch, Wilson Cruz, Saundra Santiago, Ray Santos and Queen of Telenovelas - Lupita Ferrer. - November 19, 2006 - Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS
Lubovitch, Quanz, and Petronio Scheduled to Premiere New Works at Upcoming "Dance from the Heart" AIDS Benefit
Three new works by world renowned choreographers will highlight Dancers Responding to AIDS' second annual winter dance festival hosted by Tony Award winning choreographer Jerry Mitchell and featuring over forty dancers from thriteen dance companies. - November 19, 2006 - Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS
PlattForm Wins Six Aurora Awards
PlattForm, an all-encompassing advertising agency specializing in creative solutions for higher education and all branches of the U.S. military, was honored with six Aurora Awards for excellence in video production. - November 18, 2006 - PlattForm Higher Education
Military Home Link to Creston Advertising & Marketing
Creston Advertising & Marketing is pleased to announce that the agency has been selected as the agency of record for Military Home Link. - November 16, 2006 - CrestonMedia Consulting
Nghosi Books Opens the Doors to New Publishing House and the Release of Its First Anthology
Nghosi Books announced today the opening of its new small print press and the upcoming release of its first anthology from the Nghosi Books New Voices Series. Originally created as an online artist forum for artists of all disciplines, Nghosi Books has been redefined and transformed into a... - November 16, 2006 - Nghosi Online
BlabberMouth PR to Represent NovaCentrix, a Nanotechnology Products Company
BlabberMouth PR to represent NovaCentrix, a leader in nanotechnology products with a focus on printable electronics, life sciences and energetics. BlabberMouth will support the company in its transition from a nanomaterials supplier to an organization that addresses the entire production process from powder to formulation to products and processing equipment. - November 15, 2006 - Blabbermouth PR
Fox Sports Net Signs New Racing Themed Reality Series: “All American Rookie” for Telecast During the 2007 NASCAR Season
Racing fans to soon get a glimpse of what it takes to become a NASCAR driver with new reality show that takes 30 rookies and has them judged by 10 NASCAR drivers. - November 14, 2006 - The BCC Group
New Novel Sheds Light On Snitch Culture
Author aims to pave the way for urban fiction that keeps it real, but keeps it righteous - November 14, 2006 - Dogon Village
William Cline, Scuba Diving Industry Consultant, Receives Google Authorized Analytics Training by ROI Revolution
William Cline receives cutting edge training from a noted Google Authorized Training company, ROI Revolution, for website analytics applications. William says “Being trained by ROI has given me a market advantage in that very few scuba diving companies or tourism boards actually employ... - November 14, 2006 - Cline Group Advertising
MMI Associates, Inc. Ranked As A Top Public Relations Firm
Triangle Business Journal Ranks PR Firm in Top Ten for Second Consecutive Year - November 14, 2006 - MMI
Rip Curl Girl and Bordeaux Sign with Caro Marketing for Public Relations Services
Caro Marketing signs on two new clients - Rip Curl Girl and Bordeaux - November 09, 2006 - Caro Marketing
RSW Study Shows What Clients Most Seek When Hiring an Agency
Study Finds Most Clients Actually Enjoy the Process of Finding a New Agency - November 09, 2006 - Reardon Smith Whittaker/US
Network Marketing MLM Guru Offers to Pay Online Home Business Opportunity Start-Up Cost
A successful network marketing sponsor is offering to eliminate all risk for new MLM entrepreneurs who want to have their own online home business by paying the cost and doing the work to run it. - November 03, 2006 - ThatPRGuy.com
PlattForm Wins Web Marketing Association Award
For the second time this year, PlattForm was recognized for a user-friendly web site it created for Pinnacle Career Institute (PCI). The site, www.pcitraining.edu, was recently awarded the Advertising Standard of Excellence and the Education Standard of Excellence WebAwards from the Web Marketing... - November 03, 2006 - PlattForm Higher Education
Brogan & Partners Convergence Marketing Lands HoneyBaked Ham Account
Convergence Marketing Firm Inks Deal With National Gourmet Ham Retailer - October 31, 2006 - Brogan & Partners Convergence Marketing
All-Star Line Up Helps Raise Funds at the 1st Annual ICLS/IELLA Benefit Jam
The Inland Counties Legal Services (ICLS) and the Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association (IELLA) invite the public to join them in helping those in need while enjoying musical performances and stand up comedy at the 1st Annual ICLS/IELLA Benefit Jam on November 19th at the Riverside Municipal... - October 30, 2006 - Pochteca Media
MTV Star Katie Doyle Hires Publicist to Show There is Life after Reality TV
Katie Doyle signs with PR company, M. Loring Communications, as her first step towards a career in entertainment outside of MTV. - October 28, 2006 - MLC PR
Two California Nonprofits and Singer Seven Silvasy Hire MAYO Communications & MAYO PR
MAYO Communications adds two non profits - Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation and Southern Calfornia Leadership Council, along with Singer Seven Silvasy to its roster for media relations and publicity. - October 27, 2006 - MAYO Communications
Vision Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Banking Compliance Training
Vision Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Banking Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Vision also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Vision recently cancelled its contract with Compliance Coach, in favor of The... - October 26, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
PNC Bank Chooses the Edcomm Group to Deliver Elder Financial Abuse Compliance Training
PNC Bank has chosen Focus on Elder Financial Abuse — The Edcomm Group’s eLearning program on Elder Financial Abuse Compliance training — along with Edcomm’s own Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance, for its bank-wide training needs. - October 26, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Hummingbird Creative Group Names New Director Of Business Development
Fred Hathaway Named Director of Business Development - October 25, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Legacy Banks Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Teller Training
Legacy Banks have selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Teller training for its bank-wide training needs. Legacy also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Achieving Teller Excellence is a comprehensive eLearning training program that... - October 25, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
The Edcomm Group's Dr. Linda Eagle Speaks at Virginia Triad State Conference Addressing Elder Financial Abuse
Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group, was the keynote speaker at the Virginia TRIAD State Conference. Sharing the stage with Robert McDonnell, Attorney General of Virginia, Dr. Eagle addressed the increase in elder financial abuse, what role the financial services industry plays in... - October 25, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Legacy Banks Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Banking Compliance Training
Legacy Banks has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Banking Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Legacy also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Focus on Compliance, a computer-based, distance-learning program, can... - October 25, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Mercantile Bank of Michigan Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Sexual Harassment Compliance Training
Mercantile Bank of Michigan has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Sexual Harassment Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Mercantile also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Focus on Sexual Harassment, a... - October 25, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Brogan & Partners Convergence Marketing Named Agency of Record by Gilbarco Veeder-Root
International Fuel Dispensing Equipment Supplier Selects Local Convergence Marketing Firm - October 24, 2006 - Brogan & Partners Convergence Marketing
Guaranty Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Argo Bankpro System Conversion and Platform Training
Guaranty Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Argo BANKPRO System Conversion and Platform Training for its bank-wide training needs. Guaranty also chose to implement Edcomm’s own Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link® for hosting and... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
919 Marketing Signs Substantial Local Account
Top 10 Triangle PR firm provides strategic planning and ongoing marketing services to more than 20 Triangle Area Jersey Mike’s Subs franchises. - October 24, 2006 - 919 Marketing Company
AAA Financial Corp Chooses the Edcomm Group to Deliver BSA/AML Compliance Training
AAA Financial Corp. chooses The Edcomm Group to deliver customized BSA/AML Money Services Businesses Compliance training for its training needs. AAA Financial also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Focus on Compliance for Money... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
The Bank of Bennington Chooses The Edcomm Group to Deliver Banking Compliance Training
The Bank of Bennington has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Banking Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Bank of Bennington also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. A former client of Digital University, The Bank of... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Calyon Corporate and Investment Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Customized Banking Compliance Training
Calyon Corporate and Investment Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Banking Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Calyon Bank also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Focus on Compliance, a... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Benefit Jam to Raise Funds for Providing Free Legal Assistance to the Low Income Population
The 1st Annual Benefit Jam will be held on November 19, 2006 at the Riverside Municipal Auditorium featuring performances by well-known musicians, La Internacional Sonora Show and Tierra, and the comedy of Honest John, Greg Wilson, Willie Barcena and Eric Blake. The show will help raise funds for... - October 24, 2006 - Pochteca Media
Coastal Federal Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Customized Ethics Compliance Training
Coastal Federal Bank has chosen The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Ethics compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Ethics: Code of Conduct comprehensive online training for all Bank associates, from the executive team to the entry-level employee. It informs participants about... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Coastal Federal Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Banking Compliance Training
Coastal Federal Bank has chosen The Edcomm Group to deliver compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Coastal Federal Bank is currently under contract with BTCC, but has taken advantage of Edcomm’s “Switch for Compliance Excellence” program. “Switch for... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Columbia Credit Union Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Credit Union Compliance Training
Columbia Credit Union has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Credit Union Compliance training for its training needs. Columbia also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Focus on Compliance for Credit Unions, a computer-based,... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
First Financial Credit Union Chooses the Edcomm Group to Deliver Elder Financial Abuse Compliance Training
First Financial Credit Union has chosen Focus on Elder Financial Abuse for Credit Unions — The Edcomm Group’s eLearning program on Elder Financial Abuse Compliance training — along with Edcomm’s own Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link® for hosting and... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Graystone Bank Selects the Edcomm Group to Deliver Teller Training
Graystone Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver Teller training for its bank-wide training needs. Graystone also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Achieving Teller Excellence is a comprehensive eLearning training program that... - October 24, 2006 - The Edcomm Group
Dr. Duana C. Welch Promoted to President of BlabberMouth PR
Duana C. Welch, Ph.D. has been assigned president of BlabberMouth PR. As President of the company, Dr. Welch will oversee activities relating to the day-to-day operations. She will also focus on the strategic direction for BlabberMouth PR and play a pivotal role in leading the management team. - October 16, 2006 - Blabbermouth PR
Agency Execs Stock Up on Alka-Seltzer, Tums as ‘Silly Season’ is Here
Time for Clients to Review Agency Efficacy is Upon Us - What is Your Agency Brand Potency™? - October 14, 2006 - Reardon Smith Whittaker/US
Hummingbird Creative Group Announces New Employee
Steve Tagsold Named Junior Art Director - October 13, 2006 - Hummingbird Creative Group