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Mercom Capital Group Reports Funding and Merger and Acquisition Activity on Healthcare IT for Third Quarter 2010, Funding Activity Down, M&A Transactions Up in Q3
Mercom Capital Group, llc, a global communications and consulting firm, today released healthcare IT merger and acquisition (M&A) and funding activity for the third quarter of 2010. Funding activity was down in Q3 at $62M for seven transactions compared to $118M for six transactions during... - October 07, 2010 - Mercom Capital Group, llc
Traton Homes Blog Launched by mRELEVANCE
Metro Atlanta homebuyers will have a rich source of information to reference when looking for a new home with the launch of Traton Homes’ blog. - October 06, 2010 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Mercom Capital Group Reports Third Quarter 2010 Funding and M&A Activity for Cleantech Sectors of Solar, Smart Grid and Wind Energy
Mercom Capital Group, llc, a global clean energy communications and consulting firm, today released merger and acquisition (M&A) and funding activity for solar, smart grid and wind sectors for the third quarter of 2010. “There has been a significant downtrend in venture capital (VC)... - October 06, 2010 - Mercom Capital Group, llc
MMI Public Relations’ Kathleen Mongero to Speak at Cisco Connected Women of North Carolina Fall 2010 Event
Raleigh Public Relations Professional to Discuss Networking Across Generations - October 06, 2010 - MMI
Pump Up Your Book Announces October ‘10 Authors on Tour
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book’s October 2010 Authors on Tour. - October 05, 2010 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Celebrity Gift Suite Company Producing Off-Site American Music Awards Gifting Suite
Connected Celebrity Gift Rooms will produce an off-site celebrity gifting suite celebrating the 2010 American Music Awards. - October 01, 2010 - Connected
EngageSciences Raises $750K in Angel Funds and Announces a New Solution to the Social Media Marketing 'Elephant in the Room'
At the TechCrunch Disrupt event in San Francisco today, EngageSciences announces the successful raising of $750K in angel investment and opens up advanced registrations for the forthcoming beta program of its service, which promises to help get rid of 'the elephant in the room' at marketing meetings: what to do with social media marketing and how to achieve and measure results. - September 30, 2010 - EngageSciences
Junction Creative Sollutions Continues to Expand Its Team of Strategists
Junction Creative Solutions (Junction), an Atlanta-based strategy firm, is not only growing its client portfolio but its knowledge base. Junction welcomes Thomas Tsai (Tom) as a Senior Information Architect to the team. "We are really excited to have Tom join our intelligent team of... - September 30, 2010 - Junction Creative Solutions
Public Relations Coaching for Do-It-Yourselfers Now Offered by Garrett Public Relations
Garrett Public Relations announces a new service, PR coaching for companies and individuals trying to do their own PR. The new service gives companies the option of doing it themselves with access to an expert to answer questions and provide advice when needed. This saves them money, as there's no commitment and the service can be used as needed. - September 30, 2010 - Garrett Public Relations
Tread Softly Ink Continues Its "In the Spotlight" Series with Dennis Stevens of Catzilla Productions
Dennis Stevens of Catzilla Productions discusses his latest film project, a web series called, "Last Day In Paradise" - September 29, 2010 - Tread Softly Ink
MMI Public Relations Environmental Campaign Wins Communitas Award
Raleigh Public Relations Firm Honored with Award Recognizing Community Enrichment - September 29, 2010 - MMI
Michael Farr Joins News Broadcast Network
News Broadcast Network, the country’s largest independent broadcast video services company, announced today that former On The Scene Productions GM and Senior Video Producer Michael Farr has agreed to join NBN. In his new role, Farr will move to enhance NBN’s position as the premier Broadcast Services Company in the fast growing areas of Event Production, Satellite / Internet Media Tours, Webcasts, and New Media. - September 28, 2010 - News Broadcast Network
Dodge Communications Again Named a Top Tech Agency in Industry Survey
Healthcare firm voted “best of the best” by tech journalists for third consecutive year - September 25, 2010 - Dodge Communications
Cross + Associates Tapped to Promote First Night Raleigh
Full-service Marketing Agency Selected for Second Consecutive Year - September 25, 2010 - Cross + Associates
Pinstripe Marketing Sponsors American Institute of Architects’ Archifest
Pinstripe Marketing is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the American Institute of Architects’ Archifest, a two week celebration of architecture in Central Florida. The Archifest activities include: Architecture + Film: Citizen Architect at Muvico Theater Ybor on September 30,... - September 24, 2010 - Pinstripe Marketing
919 Marketing Honored in Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 500/5000 List
North Carolina firm selected as one of the nation’s top 200 fastest growing marketing agencies - September 24, 2010 - 919 Marketing Company
Charmaine Blake PR Firm Welcomes Pony Boi
The highly anticipated track Papered Up featuring Gorilla Zoe is set to drop in October and in the Summer of 2010 Pony Boi began working on his new EP, Tell Em featuring Jimmy Cozier and recently released Tell Em Remix featuring R&B recording artist Jarvis. - September 23, 2010 - Charmaine PR Firm
Cleveland Ad Agency Point to Point Analyzes Relationship Between Building Products, Contractors and Marketing
White paper examines marketing influence in $869 billion construction industry. - September 23, 2010 - Point to Point, Inc.
Indie Comedy "Raging Hormones" Wins 2010 L-Dub Film Fest
"Raging Hormones," the independent film comedy, produced by Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc., (www.RagingHormonesMovie.com) won "Best Feature" in the First Annual L-Dub Film Festival in Lake Worth, Florida. The "coming-of-age" comedy faced extremely tough competition... - September 23, 2010 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
Dodge Communications Adds New Clients to Growing Roster of Healthcare Brands
Three clients sign on with leading healthcare firm for strategic public relations and marketing support - September 23, 2010 - Dodge Communications
Direct-to-Consumer Pioneer Dale Henn Joins Risdall Marketing Group to Form New Division
Risdall Henn Direct-to-Market brings together the expertise and suite of resources necessary to effectively connect with consumers. - September 23, 2010 - Risdall Marketing Group
Advocacy Group Inc Launches New Website
New site highlights AGI’s customized approach to advocacy campaigns and track record of proven success. - September 23, 2010 - Advocacy Group, Inc.
Risdall Marketing Group Wins 20 WebAwards
The Web Marketing Association (webmarketingassociation.org) honored Risdall Marketing Group (RMG) for outstanding Web development by recognizing the agency with 20 WebAwards, placing the agency third overall in total awards won. This year’s showing follows RMG’s record-setting... - September 21, 2010 - Risdall Marketing Group
MMI Public Relations Names Brittney Storm Account Executive
Local PR Firm Promotes Assistant Account Executive - September 18, 2010 - MMI
Dodge Communications Named to the 2010 Inc. 5000
Healthcare integrated communications firm included as one of the nation’s fastest growing private companies for the second consecutive year - September 16, 2010 - Dodge Communications
Philadelphia Designer Ron Wilch is "Taking the Streets" with City of Philadelphia’s 'The Philadelphia Collection’
Taking the Streets Fashion Show The City of Philadelphia’s ‘The Philadelphia Collection’ www.thephiladelphiacollection.org Philadelphia fashion designer Ron Wilch is taking siege of Germantown only to release it to an exciting event bringing together the forces of fashion and... - September 16, 2010 - Prestige Concepts, LLC
Cuervo International Consulting, a New Style of a Communication Agency, Opens Its Doors in Miami Beach
Honesty and transparency are CIC's basis for excellent relationship building. The firm likes to work out all communication activity plans with clients one-to-one, with style, dedication and strategy. - September 16, 2010 - Cuervo International Consulting
Hip-Hop Theater Festival Hires Boutique Public Relations Agency Pitch Control PR to Head Festival Initiatives
New York City based Pitch Control PR, a boutique public relations agency specializing in lifestyle, fashion, arts, entertainment and non-profit, announces the addition of Hip-Hop Theater Festival to their client roster. Pitch Control PR will work closely with HHTF to increase brand awareness and... - September 16, 2010 - Pitch Control PR
Leverage Agency Partners with Applicable Media to Become First Sports Marketing Agency with In-House Mobile Apps Capabilities
Leverage Agency (www.leverageagency.com) and Applicable Media (www.applicablemedia.com) have joined forces to create Leverage Mobile, a strategic partnership and unique alliance in the world of sports marketing, announced Leverage CEO Ben Sturner today. Leverage Agency is the first sports and... - September 15, 2010 - Leverage Agency
PropStar Launches New Marketing Resource for Product Placement and Branded Entertainment That Provides Marketers with Self-Serve, Direct Access to Hollywood
OppTrak is a new service that provides insider access and direct connection with industry opportunities and decision makers that previously marketers could only hope for. - September 13, 2010 - Propstar
mRELEVANCE Launches Social Media Program for S&A Homes
Homebuyers in Virginia, Pennsylvania and Maryland will now be able to find affordable, new energy efficient homes more easily thanks to the launch of the new S&A Homes social media program. Best of all, buyers will be able to interact with the builder on multiple sites. The S&A Homes blog... - September 12, 2010 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Specialist UK Focused Social Media | Marketing | Web Job Board socialmediamarketing.eu.com/job
Panther have launched a specialist UK focused Social Media | Marketing | Web 'job board' www.socialmediamarketing.eu.com/job . All are welcome to post CV, jobs and search CV for free until November 2010. - September 11, 2010 - Panther Interactive Marketing
iFashion Network Debuts Swim Wear/ Beach Wear Showcase in New York Fashion Week in Addition to Its Already Running Seasonal Fashion Presentations
iFashion Network officially kicks off its iFashion Week seasonal showcase from September 13th through the 17th, while debuting its Swimwear presentation of collective designers during New York Fashion week. This week long series of events includes cocktail receptions, previews, and runway... - September 11, 2010 - iConcept Media Group
Cross + Associates Selected to Produce Wallie Awards
Raleigh, NC Agency to Create Presentation for Carolinas Healthcare Public Relations and Marketing Society (CHPRMS) - September 10, 2010 - Cross + Associates
Team Daniel Chooses 919 Marketing for Marketing Expertise
919 will serve as agency of record for Team Daniel, LLC and The Team Daniel Foundation. - September 09, 2010 - 919 Marketing Company
Yes, They Can Hear You Now. Citizen's Can Express Their Opinion with Their Own Voice Using DirectedMessages to Reach Any Government Official or Decision Maker in the U.S.
A new company that will change how citizens communicate with their government officials. DirectedMessages will be the "mouthpiece" of ordinary citizens who want their voices heard. They can join with PACS, unions, political organizations in influencing decision making/voting on important issues that affect each citizen. DirectedMessages are delivered by phone to the call target and signed off with the name of the voice petitioner. Petitions can be paid for by sponsors as well. - September 08, 2010 - directed messages.com llc.
Kleber & Associates Expands with Three New Hires
Kleber & Associates (K&A) is thrilled to announce its three recent hires for the agency’s client service and public relations service departments. Jane D’Errico joins the account service team as assistant account executive, and Laura McGarey and Shawn O’Neill arrive as the... - September 05, 2010 - Kleber & Associates
Pump Up Your Book Announces September ‘10 Authors on Tour
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book’s September 2010 Authors on Tour. - September 04, 2010 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
MassMedia Healthcare Marketing Presents- "How Healthy is Your Practice Online?"
Members from MassMedia will host a strategic marketing workshop for members of the Medical Group Management Association at Desert Springs Hospital in Las Vegas on September 14 at 12pm. - September 04, 2010 - MassMedia Healthcare Marketing
The Solar Company Appoints KLA PR as Its PR Agency
Johannesburg based solar company, ‘The Solar Company’, has appointed KLA PR & Events to lead its national public relations campaign. - September 03, 2010 - KLA PR & Events
Mobile Billboard Trucks Elevates Their Signs Up to 17 Feet High
Billboards2Go.com Introduces Their New Line of Mobile Billboard Trucks. Billboards2Go.com owns and operates an exclusively-built fleet of mobile billboard trucks. - September 01, 2010 - Billboards 2 Go Inc.
The brpr Group Named Agency of Record for the Deluxe Italian-Based Fashion Boutique Coltorti
Famed Italian-based luxury women’s boutique Coltorti, names The brpr Group as agency of record. The alliance emanates from Coltorti’s recent move to extend the breadth of their fashion syndicate into the United States- opening at the newly completed 1111 Lincoln Road, which is the... - September 01, 2010 - BRPR Group
MMI Public Relations Inks Deal with NC Center for Women in Public Service
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations (http://www.mmipublicrelations.com), a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the public relations agency of record for the NC Center for Women in Public Service (NCCWPS)... - September 01, 2010 - MMI
ABC TV Reporter Starts Public Relations Firm - Julie Ruditzky Offering Workshops to Help Businesses Maximize Their Media Exposure
Local television news personality Julie Ruditzky and owner of public relations firm Publicity Crew is now offering a series of workshops to help businesses maximize their media exposure. Ruditzky is now offering assistance to small businesses through partnerships with the Newport County Chamber of... - August 29, 2010 - Publicity Crew
Kleber & Associates Signs Carlisle Wide Plank Floors as Newest Client Partner
Kleber & Associates (K&A), an Atlanta marketing and communications firm specializing in the home and commercial building products channel, has been chosen as the agency of record for Carlisle Wide Plank Floors. K&A is now responsible for integrated marketing communications for the... - August 29, 2010 - Kleber & Associates
Junction Creative Solutions Welcomes Barb Maimone as a Strategic Account Executive
“Barb’s sales experience, impressive track record, and enthusiasm for solving business challenges will serve her well at Junction,” said Julie Cropp Gareleck, Managing Partner, Junction. “Her unique perspectives and business experience with strategic account management, marketing, and consulting is a tremendous asset to the firm.” - August 29, 2010 - Junction Creative Solutions
Fibrenew International Sews Up Deal with 919 Marketing
Global leather and plastic restoration franchise selects 919 as agency of record Fibrenew International, the world leader in leather and plastic restoration, has engaged 919 Marketing Company, a North Carolina based public relations firm with proven experience assisting growing franchises, as... - August 28, 2010 - 919 Marketing Company
Insight Launches New Branded Email Package with 30-Day Free Trial
Insight Group, the Bracknell marketing and public relations agency, has been appointed as the UK reseller for branded email manufacturer, Rocketseed. Insight has introduced a branded email package on a 30-day free trial. - August 28, 2010 - Insight Group Marketing
Premier Public Relations Firm Offers a La Carte Services
Many companies are looking for a public relations firm that offers a La Carte services. Porter Public Relations is ranked among the best, with an entire menu of PR services to choose from, including online press releases optimized for the search engines, Internet marketing strategies and much more. A La Carte Services are the best way for companies on a budget to maintain their marketing. - August 26, 2010 - Porter Public Relations
MMI Public Relations Senior Writer Wesley Hyatt Participates in Interview with Shokus Radio
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based, full-service public relations firm, has announced that senior writer Wesley Hyatt will discuss the latest activities on daytime television, game shows, and late night television news with Stu Shostak on Shokus Internet Radio... - August 26, 2010 - MMI