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14th Annual MED Week Awards to be Held on March 18
On Wednesday, March 18, The 14th Annual MED Week Awards Ceremony and Networking Luncheon will take place at the newly opened L.A. LIVE Entertainment Complex in downtown Los Angeles from 10 am to 2 pm. The MED Week Awards program will celebrate the outstanding achievements of minority... - March 05, 2009 - Soulstice Marketing
Solve Crimes with Officer Stacy Wilbur in F.M. Meredith’s No Sanctuary
Announcement of Marilyn Meredith’s fourth virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book Promotion. Marilyn, writing as F.M. Meredith, talks about the latest release in her Rocky Bluff P.D. series, No Sanctuary (Oak Tree Press). - March 04, 2009 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
MODA Entertainment Signs the “Loretta Young Show” to Existing Representation Agreement
MODA Entertainment signs agreement to represent the 1950s "Loretta Young Show" for distribution in new media worldwide. - March 04, 2009 - PublicityBox
CEO of Largemouth Communications Shares Best Practices for Protecting Brands during a Recession
Brandon Bryce, president and CEO of Largemouth Communications, provides tips for companies to survive the recession. - March 04, 2009 - Largemouth Communications, Inc.
Thrill Street Stresses "Show and Sell" DRTV Focus
Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc. (www.ThrillStreet.com) a full service advertising, entertainment, production, and marketing company continues to stress the importance of video and incorporating a DRTV "Show and Sell" focus into any successful marketing campaign whether it includes... - March 03, 2009 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
Executive Speech Coach and Professional Public Speaking Trainer Featured at the Accelerate Your Business Day Event
“Public Speaking Secrets Revealed – Your Secret Weapon to Accelerating Your Business” was recently presented at a one day live event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Within the ninety minute interactive and powerful presentation, AmondaRose Igoe unveiled proven powerful public speaking secrets and strategies to help the audience create a personal introduction that gets results, say good-bye to the #1 speaking verbal blunder and overcome the top public speaking mistakes. - March 01, 2009 - High Performance Speaking Training and Consulting
MMI Associates, Inc. Receives N.C. DOT Certification
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been certified by the N.C. Department of Transportation as a pre-qualified private consulting firm for the department’s Project... - March 01, 2009 - MMI
Lisa Buyer at PubCon, Talks About Employees, Social Media and Online PR
Florida online public relations agency CEO, Lisa Buyer, will be speaking on the advantages and pitfalls of social media at PubCon, the executive conference lead by search and Internet marketing gurus in Austin, TX on March 12, 2009 at 2:55 PM. - February 27, 2009 - The Buyer Group
Procter & Gamble Appoints Impact PR as New PR Agency
Procter & Gamble has today announced the appointment of Impact PR as its choice of public relations agency in New Zealand. Impact PR is a boutique agency run by principals, Fleur Revell -Devlin and Mark Devlin. The Public Relations Manager for P&G New Zealand and Australia Alicia Gorken,... - February 26, 2009 - Impact PR Limited
Activity Drop at World’s Largest Gem Fair Signals Steep Online Jewelry Discounts, But Less Selection
Sluggish activity at the world’s largest annual gem fair points to steep jewelry price discounts for the next year or more, particularly in handmade gemstone jewelry, according to a leading online jewelry site, http://www.TopDrawerChoice.com. - February 26, 2009 - Sommers & Assoc.
Najam Sheraz Performs Only Love on Press TV
New British television program "Remembering the Children of Palestine" has invited Pakistani Pop star Najam Sheraz to sing his peace anthem "Only Love" on their Tuesday February 24 telecast, 6 PM – 7PM GMT, according to Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking. - February 25, 2009 - Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking
The Spotted Frog Furniture Co. Launches Spring Line
Located in intimate Steveston Village, The Spotted Frog Furniture Co. is excited to announce the launch of its spring collection of accessories. - February 24, 2009 - Ethos 360
MODA Entertainment’s Documentary on the Classic Film “High Noon” Narrated by Academy Award Nominee Frank Langella
MODA Entertainment has launched a website for the documentary “Inside High Noon” written and directed by John Mulholland and narrated by Academy Award Nominee Frank Langella. The documentary was released by Lionsgate on a Special Edition 2 disc DVD. The 1952 film classic High Noon was... - February 23, 2009 - PublicityBox
L&P Media Continues Regional Growth Strategy
L&P Media is a company on the move as it pursues a smart growth strategy that will continue to expand its market and client base. L&P Media Continues Regional Growth Strategy, Purchases Major Columbia County Web Developer - February 21, 2009 - L&P Media
Pinstripe Marketing Launches Advertising Campaign for SPOT
Pinstripe Marketing will unveil a new advertising campaign for SPOT (Stop Pet Overpopulation Together) at the grand opening of its first spay/neuter clinic today in Pinellas Park. - February 21, 2009 - Pinstripe Marketing
Absolutely PR's Maggie Holben Participates in CBSA BioBreakfast Expert Panel “How to Garner Media Attention & Effectively Use Public Relations Tactics”
Absolutely PR's Maggie Chamberlin Holben, APR, joined co-panelist Rachel Brand, freelance writer and award-winning news reporter at the Rocky Mountain News, today at the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) BioBreakfast PR Presentation. The Expert Panel topic was “How to Garner Media Attention & Effectively Use Public Relations Tactics.” - February 20, 2009 - Absolutely Public Relations
Free Teleseminar on 5 Ways to Get Clients Now--Without Cutting Your Prices
Free teleseminar will offer entrepreneurs, small business owners and solo professionals fact-acting strategies for bringing in new business. - February 20, 2009 - Compelling Communications, LLC
8th China International Consumer Goods Fair (CICGF) from 8th-12th June in Ningbo
The leading Chinese trade fair for quality and branded products, the China International Consumer Goods Fair (CICGF) is taking place for the eighth time from June 8th – 12th, 2009. Every year the exhibition attracts thousands of buyers from around the world. - February 20, 2009 - TEMA Technologie Marketing
Min Day Summit to Feature Digital Strategy Secrets from Forbes, Mediavest, Yahoo and Martha Stewart
Media Industry Newsletter (min) has announced an A-list of speakers and an information-packed program for the annual min day Summit, which brings together magazine brand leaders and their agency partners to tackle the challenges of making a profit online, particularly in this challenging economy. - February 20, 2009 - Access Intelligence
Wake County Economic Development Taps MMI Associates, Inc. for Public Relations Services
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the public relations agency of record for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org). WCED, a program of the... - February 20, 2009 - MMI
Kirk Communications Expands Business Development Efforts
Kirk Communications today announced it has expanded its business development efforts with the hiring of Shari Donnermeyer to manage worldwide sales opportunities. - February 20, 2009 - Kirk Communications
MSR Communications Honored with Magellan Gold Award
San Francisco-Based Boutique Firm Recognized for Planning and Executing a Superior Media Relations Campaign. - February 19, 2009 - MSR Communications
New Branding Blog Stimulates Worldwide Collaboration of Firms Focusing on B2B Issues
RiechesBaird, a brand creation and development firm that specializes in building the value of B2B companies, has announced the launch of the B2B Brand Debate blog, B2Bbranddebate.com, aimed at reaching marketers in the B2B world as well as those who are interested in branding strategies for... - February 19, 2009 - BrandingBusiness
Concept Branding Group and Bule|Fusion Worldwide Create Design and Branding Global Alliance
Leading branding and design firms join forces to fully activate brands for start ups, small and medium sized businesses, retail and hospitality operators, trade groups and non profits - February 18, 2009 - Concept Branding Group
EmPower Managing Partner Bags Star Entrepreneur Award
Ms Sangita Joshi, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of EmPower Research LLC, has been presented with the Star Entrepreneur Award at the 2nd Indira International Summit in Mumbai on 23rd January 2009. - February 18, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
WW2-Reflections, a Division of Labyrinth Media & Publishing Ltd. of Dublin, Chooses MAYO Communications for PR
MAYO to promote first battlefield tour film on 65th Anniversary of D-Day. - February 17, 2009 - MAYO Communications
MODA Entertainment Signs New Client Legendary Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Dexter Gordon
MODA Entertainment's licensing division signs exclusive worldwide representation agreement for Dextor Gordon for name, likeness, and music for merchandising and licensing. - February 17, 2009 - PublicityBox
Cathy Sanita Named to Local Business Clubs America Board
Wendy Coulter, president of Hummingbird Creative Group, a Raleigh-based creative services firm, has announced that director of operations Cathy Sanita has been named to the Advisory Board of Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Business Club of The Triangle. As a board member, Sanita will assist... - February 14, 2009 - Hummingbird Creative Group
The Spotted Frog Furniture Company Picks PR Firm Ethos 360
Green PR firm is an ideal match for the lifestyle boutique with a focus on green and sustainable products. - February 13, 2009 - Ethos 360
EmPower’s Sustainability Initiative Gets TCP-India Acclamation
EmPower Research LLC, a Business Advisory and Media Services company, gets The Climate Project India’s recognition for its participation in a nationwide environmental awareness competition. - February 12, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
Sally Krumholz Joins Fry Hammond Barr
Fry Hammond Barr, a leading full service marketing and communications agency based in Orlando, recently hired Sally Krumholz as senior interactive planner/buyer. In this role, Krumholz will be responsible for leading interactive media strategies, campaign development and execution for agency... - February 12, 2009 - Fry Hammond Barr
Quarry Responds to Evolving Client Needs with Enhanced Digital Media Strategy and New Vice President Appointment
Responding to rapid changes in the economy and client needs, Quarry Integrated Communications has developed a new, senior executive role within the organization focused on digital experience. - February 11, 2009 - Quarry Integrated Communications
"Opportunity Knocking" in a Down Economy
919 CEO, David Chapman, has launched “Opportunity Knocking” (www.davidchapman.typepad.com), a blog focused on showing that despite a down economy, success is everywhere when you know where to look. “Opportunity Knocking” offers a unique and irreverent inside look at a... - February 11, 2009 - 919 Marketing Company
Clean Design Selects MMI Associates, Inc.
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the public relations agency of record for Clean Design, Inc. (www.cleandesign.com). Clean Design provides high-quality graphic... - February 11, 2009 - MMI
Jerry Pollock’s Divinely Inspired Virtual Book Tour ‘09
Announcement of Jerry Pollock’s virtual book tour to promote his spiritual memoir “Divinely Inspired: Spiritual Awakening of a Soul.” - February 10, 2009 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
George Emmanuel Joins EmPower Research as Sales Director, US
EmPower Research, a Business Advisory and Media Services Company, announces a key appointment to its North American management team, effective December 1, 2008: George Emmanuel as Director Sales, Western region. - February 10, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
Self-Storage Veterans Publish Second in “Making Money” Series
The self-storage industry isn’t in line for a bailout, but a new book can help self-storage owners make more money and slash expenses. RK Kliebenstein and Jennifer LeClaire, two self-storage industry veterans, are offering timely insights and practical strategies in a new book entitled,... - February 10, 2009 - Self Storage Promotions
“Seven Ways to Get the Media Attention You Deserve,” by Absolutely PR Owner/Founder Maggie Chamberlin Holben Included in Media Training Guidebook Vol. 2
“Seven Ways to Get the Media Attention You Deserve” by Maggie Chamberlin Holben, owner/founder of Denver public relations consulting firm, Absolutely Public Relations, has been included in the Media Training Guidebook Vol. 2, recently published by PR News. The 2009 edition, now available for purchase online from the PR News organization, features Holben’s article in the “Pitching the Media,” chapter. - February 09, 2009 - Absolutely Public Relations
Ethos 360 Launches Free PR Promotion for Cleantech and Green Businesses
Ethos 360 is offering a free public relations package of services for cleantech and green businesses. - February 09, 2009 - Ethos 360
'So Gay' Advertising Campaign is 'Most Talked About' Ad Campaign of 2008
Advertising campaign for gay tour operator Amro Worldwide, created by gay marketing agency Out Now, is described by US AdWeek website as "year's most talked about." Amro Worldwide reports strong sales results after 'So Gay' campaign's success. - February 07, 2009 - Out Now
Hummingbird Creative Group, Inc. Names New Director of Brand Strategy
Wendy Coulter, CEO of Hummingbird Creative Group, Inc. (www.hummingbird-creative.com), a Cary-based creative services firm, has announced that Sherry Moss Mitchell has joined the firm as director of brand strategy. - February 07, 2009 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Slava’s Snow Show Scores High with via3pr
via3pr announces its success with its marketing and publicity campaign for Slava’s Snow Show on Broadway. The PR company was appointed by Foster Entertainment to carry out the campaign geared towards the Russian American target market throughout the tri-state area. Slava’s Snow Show was... - February 06, 2009 - via3pr
Ferri & Partners Public Relations Adds Executives and Offices
Public Relations / Communications Firm Adds Expertise with Operations in New York, Sacramento and Toronto. - February 06, 2009 - Ferri & Partners
Critically Acclaimed Actress Shelli Boone Cast in New Comedy Central Webisode "Hot Sluts: Rated R!"
Shelli Boone has just wrapped production on the Comedy Central webisode, Hot Sluts: Rated R! The webisode, an irreverent salute to 80’s prison gang films like Chained Heat and Red Heat is being released by the network’s web division, Atom Films. The webisodes focus on a group of sexy... - February 06, 2009 - The Carter Agency
Care Services Names Sweeney Agency of Record
Full-service marketing and public relations firm Sweeney has been selected by Care Services to manage the marketing of its Diabetic Care Services and Diabetic Express business units. - February 04, 2009 - Sweeney Marketing + Public Relations
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative for New Cooler Concept
George W., a Maryland-based inventor, has named Miami, Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Kooler Kaddy concept to industry in the hopes of securing a licensing agreement. An innovative and highly effective new product sure to catch the eye of anyone who has... - February 04, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com is Official Marketing Representative for Eye-Catching New Toy Invention
Remigijus T., an Illinois-based inventor, has contracted Miami, Florida-based NewProductHelp.com, a leading invention assistance company, to represent his Straw Toy concept over the next 2 years to manufacturers and marketers, with the ultimate goal being to secure a licensing agreement. A simple... - February 04, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Contracted to Represent New Consumer Electronics Concept to Industry
Gabriel S., an Arizona resident and inventor, has contracted Miami, Florida-based invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Radi-X concept to industry over the next 2 years. A cutting edge new product sure to catch the eye of consumers worldwide, the Radi-X’s unique... - February 04, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Najam Sheraz Will be Interviewed on BBC Radio February 4
Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking announces BBC Asian Network program GAGAN GREWAL has singer, composer, producer Najam Sheraz as celebrity guest this week. - February 04, 2009 - Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking
Making It Mainstream, The Highly Anticipated True Story of Love, Pain & Triumph... It's the Story of L.D.V.
Award Winning Author Shauna Bettencourt delivers the true hard knocks story of Model, Actress, Singer/ Songwriter Ludivine Michel (LDV) and how she stays among the elite in the treacherous world of entertainment. - February 02, 2009 - The Silverstone Publicity Co.