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Licenzing LLC Showcases VibesBase Enterprises Portfolio of Brands with Their "City Chic" Website
LicenZing designs and launches new Corporate Website for Vibes Enterprises. - February 01, 2008 - LicenZing, LLC
iConcept Media Group Announces the Re-Launch of an Innovative Interactive Website
iConcept Media Group – an innovative and creative full service marketing and advertising agency – is proud to announce the re-launch of its website, located at www.iconceptmedia.com. The new site reflects the company’s philosophy and its continually growing services and... - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
iConcept Media to Host iNetwork2Networth Conference and Expo for New York Small Businesses
iConcept Media and SEG present the Small Business iNetwork2Networth conference and expo, which is designed to give small business owners and executives a chance to network with other professionals while simultaneously learning and promoting their services. - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival Website Launch
The official website of the Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival is now live. Log in to http://www.celebrationofpraisefestival.com for the latest festival news. Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival, staged in partnership between Solid Rock Productions and the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting... - January 30, 2008 - Solid Rock Productions
Mosnar Communications, Inc Gives PR Secrets and Tips
Top luxury PR and global marketing firm gives insider PR tips and says secret to great PR is learning how to tell a great story. - January 30, 2008 - Mosnar Communications,Inc
Marilyn Meredith's Virtual Book Tour '08 Kicks Off
Announcement of Marilyn Meredith's virtual book tour promoting the latest in her Rocky Bluff P.D. series, "Smell of Death". - January 30, 2008 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Envision Agency to Produce InsideLegal™ Business Summit
Inaugural summit to serve as launch for business briefing series featuring technology executives, consultants and legal technology media attendees - January 29, 2008 - Envision Agency
Seminar Turns Newark Students Into Entrepreneurs
Accession Public Relations announces the first bi-monthly seminar of its Youth Wealth Initiative series. The free seminar will focus on providing guidance and mentorship to inner-city students in the Newark area. Guest speakers, ranging from local community leaders to small business owners, will... - January 26, 2008 - AccessionPR
PlattForm Announces Two Promotions
PlattForm, a Kansas City based advertising agency, announced the promotions of Alex Morales and Matt Sweetman. These promotions were designed to capitalize on individual strengths and allow PlattForm to develop the most creative and effective products for clients. - January 24, 2008 - PlattForm Higher Education
MMI Associates, Inc. Wins Media Achievement Award
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has won a Diamond Statue of Distinction from the Fall 2007 Media Achievement Awards Competition for the employee video on the MMI... - January 23, 2008 - MMI
Prolonged Writers’ Strike Opens More Doors for New Independent Television Dramas Such as “Whittaker Bay” That Airs Saturday Mornings. H20 Entertainment Hires MAYO for PR
Teen TV drama airs this Saturday and stars Actor Timothy Woodward Jr. and the Dazzling Duo - Sabrina and Kelly Aldridge from MTV'S “8th And Ocean” and “Deck The Halls” are featured in one of the most talked about TV Weekend dramas. - January 17, 2008 - MAYO Communications
919 Marketing Positions Kerr Drug as Statewide Resource on Diabetes Education
Devoted to diabetes education, the Fight Diabetes NC web site is a community resource aimed at residents of North Carolina. - January 17, 2008 - 919 Marketing Company
"Write That Book!" Teleconference Series Begins Jan. 31
The course is taught in two, 75-minute sessions. Questions will be answered by the presenters following each presentation. For convenience, attendees are not required to be present during either part of the live series. The course is set up so all registered students will have access to a telephonic recording of insider tips and expert advice. The recording will be available for one week following each session. - January 16, 2008 - eMediaCampaigns!
MATRIX MarCom President Phil Bridges Profiles DIY Network’s Amy Matthews in Magazine Cover Story
Phil Bridges, President of Raleigh, NC's MATRIX MarCom, profiles Amy Matthews of the DIY television network in a cover story for the winter issue of Cast Polymer Connection magazine, a trade publication covering the cultured marble and solid surface industry. Bridges’ profile of Matthews... - January 16, 2008 - MATRIX MarCom
MLC PR Signs Actress Hayley Marie Norman
Actress Hayley Marie Norman inks a contract with Mona Loring of MLC PR. - January 16, 2008 - MLC PR
EcoPinion Survey Points to Negative Customer Perceptions of Green Products and Services
New survey results on customer perceptions of green technologies, products and services. - January 15, 2008 - EcoAlign
Patty Briguglio Named to International Affairs Council Board of Directors
MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that Patty Briguglio, president of the firm, has been named to the board of directors of the International Affairs Council (IAC), a nonprofit organization that promotes understanding of... - January 15, 2008 - MMI
Edcomm’s Banker’s Academy Offers Free Health Savings Account (HSA) Product Training
The Edcomm Group's Banker's Academy is offering Focus on HSAs free to BankersOnline users. This is a complete eLearning course – not a demo – and students can receive a printable certificate upon completion. There is no obligation to take this course – Edcomm's Banker's Academy is offering it free to BankersOnline (www.bankersonline.com) users. - January 12, 2008 - The Edcomm Group
Coming Out Gay at Work - New Equality Research Reveals New Findings
For many gays and lesbians, coming out gay at work has improved in recent years. But for many it is still fraught with problems. New Out Now research for Millivres Prowler reveals that many gays and lesbians still face equality problems in the workplace if they choose to reveal their sexuality to work colleagues. - January 11, 2008 - Out Now
Gay and Lesbian Travelers Set to Enjoy Better Customer Service
The gay travel and tourism market is keenly targeted in 2008. But many gay and lesbian travelers worry that they may experience customer service levels that can be tainted by discomfort -- or outright homophobia -- when traveling. A new online training program has been launched to address these issues. - January 11, 2008 - Out Now
Synergy Marketing Group Celebrates Five Year Anniversary
Local agency expects significant growth in staff, services and revenue in 2008. - January 10, 2008 - Synergy Marketing Group, Inc.
919 Puts Branding Plan for BioSignia Into Action
919 Marketing Company today announced a string of continued media success in promoting its client, BioSignia, a leading biotechnology company based in Research Triangle Park. At the core of 919’s branding efforts is BioSignia’s revolutionary Know Your Number™, the first... - January 09, 2008 - 919 Marketing Company
Enlign Business Brokers Inks Deal with 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 agency of record for ENLIGN Business Brokers. Headquartered in Raleigh, ENLIGN provides seller and buyer services,... - January 08, 2008 - MMI
Susan Payton, the Marketing Eggspert, Adds Marketing Coaching to Her Arsenal
Susan Payton, owner of Egg Marketing & Public Relations, an Orlando marketing firm, announces her company's newest service: marketing coaching, available to small and medium sized business owners. - January 08, 2008 - Egg Marketing & Public Relations
Victory Multimedia to Distribute Independent Comedy, "Raging Hormones"
Independent film and award winning teen comedy, "Raging Hormones" - www.raginghormonesmovie.com - will now be available on DVD through Victory Multimedia Distribution in Inglewood, CA. - January 05, 2008 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
Mosnar Communications, Inc Announces Open Enrollment and Classified Offer
Public relations firm starts New Year with an open enrollment announcement and concealed rate offer for new clients. - January 05, 2008 - Mosnar Communications,Inc
Michael Dugan Launches Direct Response Marketing Consulting Division
Michael Dugan, president of Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc. - www.thrillstreet.com - has launched a consulting division specializing in Direct Response Marketing, infomercials, DRTV, commercials, and integrated marketing and advertising campaigns. His previous campaigns have generated over $750 million dollars in revenue. - January 05, 2008 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
Jill Mastrangelo Joins Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) has announced that Jill Mastrangelo has been named to the Me Fine Foundation, Inc.’s board of advisors. Mastrangelo is an account executive at MMI Associates, Inc., a full-service public relations firm. As a board... - January 03, 2008 - MMI
PR Firm Releases Five Steps to Trade Show Media Success
Trade Show ROI Tips Series - January 01, 2008 - T&S Partners PR Group
Catch the New WAVE - 1st Annual Young Hollywood Cruise Sets Sail to the Caribbean on June 28, 2008
Pack your bags, and grab your notepad, for this unique seven day opportunity featuring hands-on training for young actors and their families looking to break into the entertainment industry. - December 29, 2007 - In Media Group
Hummingbird Creative Group Announces New Hire
Wendy Coulter, president of Hummingbird Creative Group (www.hummingbird-creative.com), a Raleigh-based creative services firm, has announced that Jill Welle has joined the firm as a traffic and administrative coordinator. In this position, Welle is responsible for coordinating the flow of activity... - December 28, 2007 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Edcomm’s Banker’s Academy Presents Product Innovation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group and Banker’s Academy, and Joseph Mellaci, Director of International Markets, met with various members of the banking industry in Kuala Lumpur at the Marcus Evans conference, Product Innovation: The Financial Institution’s Perspective. - December 28, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
MMI Associates, Inc. Wins 2007 Gold MarCom Creative Award
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has received a 2007 Gold MarCom Creative Award for its entry, “Crisis Communication Education Materials.” MarCom Creative Awards is an... - December 27, 2007 - MMI
Hot Los Angeles Indie Pop Rock Band 2nd Day Crush Signs with MLC PR
MLC PR signs up and coming pop rock band 2nd Day Crush to promote the release of their highly anticipated debut album, “From the Nights You Lost Your Voice.” - December 22, 2007 - MLC PR
Rocky Top Hospitality Taps 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 agency of record for Rocky Top Hospitality, which operates seven restaurants as well as catering services in the Raleigh area. - December 21, 2007 - MMI
Two Writing Events in Tasmania This Summer
A writer's retreat and a writing workshop will be held in Tasmania this January. - December 21, 2007 - Keith Lyons
FL Advertising Agency CAP Sends Electronic Greeting Card Loaded with Holiday Tunes
CAP (formally CAP Creative), has gone "green" and sent electronic holiday greeting cards to all their clients, family and friends. The card ultimately opens to a jukebox filled with more than 200 Christmas and Hanukkah songs. - December 20, 2007 - CAP Creative
PR Firm Exhibits Trade Show Tactics
Releases Strategy for Trade Show Media Success - December 19, 2007 - T&S Partners PR Group
Technology Tops 2007 List for Most Memorable New Products
The Apple iPhone topped the list of the Sixth Annual Most Memorable New Product Launch Survey. The study, sponsored by Schneider Associates, BNP Media’s New Products Magazine and IRI and conducted by comScore, surveyed consumers about the most memorable new product launches of the year & consumer behavior trends. 77 percent of respondents failed to name a single product in the Top 50 new products launched in 2007. - December 17, 2007 - Schneider Associates
LicenZing LLC is Recognized as an Outstanding Hispanic Business in Northern California
LicenZing LLC today was recognized by Telemundo/KSTS-TV48 as an outstanding Northern California Hispanic business. LicenZing LLC is being honored as an organization for its business acumen, success and community involvement making them a leader in their field and highly recognized in the... - December 15, 2007 - LicenZing, LLC
Pawsible Marketing Launched to Help Pet Businesses with a Wide Variety of Marketing Needs
Pawsible Marketing opened its doors recently in an effort to help pet businesses nationwide with a wide variety of marketing needs. - December 15, 2007 - Pawsible Marketing
IPR Belarus Took Event-Partner Role in 4th Annual International the War for Talent in Russia and CIS Conference
IPR Belarus, PR consulting company was stated as an event-partner of 4th annual international the War for Talent in Russia and CIS conference, scheduled for January 31st— February 1st 2008 in Moscow. The conference is dedicated to HR strategies and practices in Russian and CIS companies. The... - December 15, 2007 - Institute of Public Relations (IPR Belarus)
LicenZing LLC Signs on the YL Yo Latino® Brand to Build Its “Estilo”
LicenZing LLC today announced it has been selected as the brand building agency of record for the YL (Yo Latino®) brand. The YL brand will focus to ignite a movement representing unity and symbolizing pride among Latinos worldwide. Feel it, say it and now wear it. The movement began in... - December 14, 2007 - LicenZing, LLC
Bank of China Hong Kong and Banker’s Academy Team Discuss Sales and Service Culture
The Edcomm Group’s Banker’s Academy China Team met with executives from Bank of China Hong Kong’s Retail Banking, Wealth Management, and Human Resources/Training Divisions. Discussions included the challenges facing banks as they create working environments that motivate branch... - December 13, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Kate Catlin Named to National Association of Students Against Violence Everywhere Board of Directors
Kate Catlin, account executive at MMI Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based public relations firm, has been named to the board of directors for the National Association of Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE). As a board member, Catlin will commit to and uphold the vision, mission and strategic... - December 13, 2007 - MMI
The Edcomm Group's Banker's Academy Invited to Teach at Burgan Bank in Kuwait
The Edcomm Group’s Banker’s Academy has been invited to teach an in-house training course for Burgan Bank in Kuwait this month. Edcomm’s president, Dr. Linda Eagle, will be teaching a course on Operations to an audience of Burgan Bank professionals. Kuwait is one of the main... - December 12, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Tellervision Cites Edcomm's Dr. Linda Eagle on Strategies for Tellers to Improve in Compliance
TellerVision Magazine, a national monthly publication for bank branch managers and tellers, has quoted Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group and Banker’s Academy, in the December issue article "New Year’s Resolutions for Tellers." Dr. Eagle was quoted on ways tellers... - December 12, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
The Edcomm Group's Banker's Academy Presents at Global Leaders Conference
Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group and Banker’s Academy, presented a workshop on Retail Banking and Wealth Management at a two-day conference in Shanghai, China. The conference, organized by Global Leaders Institute, focused on educating retail bankers in Asia and neighboring countries. - December 12, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Wendy Coulter Named 2007 Women Extraordinaire
Hummingbird Creative Group, (www.hummingbird.creative.com) a Raleigh-based creative services firm, has announced that Wendy Coulter, president of the firm, has been named a 2007 Women Extraordinaire by Business Leader magazine. The awards are presented annually to a select group of women who have... - December 10, 2007 - Hummingbird Creative Group
Americas Media Group Worldwide (AMG) Captures “Best Media Planners” Award
Americas Media Group Worldwide, the world’s fastest growing media and marketing agency, has just been honored with the coveted Agents’ Choice Award for “Best Media Planners.” - December 09, 2007 - Americas Media Group