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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
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
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.
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
Giant Colon, Comedian, Aircraft Hanger Party and Extreme Web Makeovers
A comedian hosting a tour of an interactive model of the human colon, a Florida and Maryland themed party held in an aircraft Hangar in Maine, and extreme web makeovers for a 75 year old theatrical institution and an oil delivery business, were the catalysts behind a Portland agency's Golden Arrow Success. - December 08, 2007 - Burgess Advertising and Marketing
MMI Associates, Inc. President Named 2007 Women Extraordinaire
MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a full-service public relations and marketing firm, has announced that Patty Briguglio, president of the firm, has been named a Women Extraordinaire 2007 recipient by Business Leader magazine. Those selected as Women Extraordinaire are recognized for... - December 07, 2007 - MMI
Legal Marketing in Top Form at White Lotus Advertising
White Lotus Advertising is rapidly becoming the premier attorney access resource for consumers in the Southern California marketplace. The group of attorneys they represent has helped clients receive skilled legal representation in their times of need, and has accomplished great monetary recoveries in the process. - December 07, 2007 - White Lotus Advertising
Work Media Lands Student Loan Financial Group Account
Work Media, a Nashville, TN, based Internet marketing firm, recently landed the online search account for Student Loan Financial Group (SLFG), a Maryland-based private supplier of student loans. The account was awarded to Work Media after a review that included some of the largest search engine... - December 07, 2007 - Frank Best International
Trade Show Marketing Article from MATRIX MarCom President Phil Bridges to Appear in JEC Composites Magazine
An article authored by MATRIX MarCom President Phil Bridges will appear in the January / February issue of JEC Composites magazine. The story is a tutorial on successful planning and implementation for companies exhibiting at industry trade shows. - December 06, 2007 - MATRIX MarCom
Mosnar Communications Inc Announce PR What’s Out, What’s In, What’s New 2008?
PR firm tells what will be the PR trends for the upcoming year 2008. - December 05, 2007 - Mosnar Communications,Inc
Quadrant Two PR Reminds Industry: the Best is Not Always the Biggest
Reminding marketers that bigger does not mean better, Quadrant Two PR President, J.M. De Jesús, made comments as to why his firm is considered the very best in the US Hispanic and multicultural market, at a press briefing held today at its Guttenberg, NJ headquarters. - December 04, 2007 - Quadrant Two PR
Web Site Offers Holiday “Gifts of Livelihood” for Aspiring “Well-Fed Writers” on Gift-Givers Shopping List
Writers always like books as holiday gifts, but one web site goes a step further by offering holiday gift packages featuring award-winning books that help writers make a handsome living with their pen – either as a freelance writer or a self-publishing author. Autographed books, no-charge USPS Priority Mail shipping, and ebook bonus are included with all orders. - December 03, 2007 - Fanove Publishing
Public Relations Professional Robin Noelle Offers Puerto Vallarta Businesses Valuable Media Services
International public relations professional Robin Noelle opens a PR company in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. - December 01, 2007 - Robin Noelle
MMI Associates, Inc. Account Executive Named to 23rd Annual A Toast to the Triangle Committee
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., has announced that account executive, Ryal Curtis, has been named to A Toast to the Triangle publicity committee. The 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle ™ is scheduled for March 2008 at North Carolina State University’s McKimmon... - November 29, 2007 - MMI
State Central Bank Receives Award for Highest 12-Month CD Rate in Dubuque, Iowa
U.S. Ranking Institute’s Platinum Award Honors the Achievement - November 28, 2007 - U.S. Ranking Institute
One Up Promotions Introduces the $25 Press Release
One Up Promotions, an online firm specializing in affordable publicity for small businesses and the music industry, today announced the introduction of the $25 Press Release. The new service is aimed at helping individuals and businesses promote their events, products and services to the media at... - November 28, 2007 - One Up Promotions
Clients Like Firing Their Current Advertising Agency, Latest Report Reveals
RSW Releases 2007 Agency New Business Report: Bad Strategy, Creative Top List - November 28, 2007 - Reardon Smith Whittaker/US
Green Gap Confirmed Between Consumers and Companies in Regard to Communications and Language
First EcoPinion Survey Confirms Green Gap Exists Between Consumers and Companies in Regard to Communications and Language; DEFG LLC Launches EcoAlign; Survey Report Available at No Charge - November 20, 2007 - EcoAlign
Kate Catlin Named to 2008 Triangle Heart Gala Auction Committee
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that Kate Catlin, an account executive with the firm, has been named to the American Heart Association’s 2008 Triangle Heart Gala auction committee. The event is scheduled for... - November 19, 2007 - MMI
Mosnar Communications, Inc Real Estate Holiday Incentive PR Tips
PR firm shows how metro Atlanta realtors can turn incentives into home sales. - November 18, 2007 - Mosnar Communications,Inc
Hummingbird Creative Group Chosen for Raleigh Radiology Ad Campaign
Wendy Coulter, president of Hummingbird Creative Group, a Raleigh-based creative services firm, has announced that the firm has been chosen by Raleigh Radiology to develop a local print ad campaign for the practice. - November 16, 2007 - Hummingbird Creative Group