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Special Hotel Rate Extended Through Friday for Religion Communicators Council 85th Convention

The Religion Communicators Council will hold its 85th annual convention in 2014 in Nashville, TN and has just announced that the special hotel rate for those attending the convention has been extended through Friday. - March 08, 2014 - Religion Communicators Council

Nicole Crumb, Executive Public Relations Director Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Nicole Crumb of Long Island, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of marketing and public relations. About Nicole Crumb, Executive Public Relations Director Mrs. Crumb is an... - March 07, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide

Asia’s Largest Web Marketing Firm Basks in Resounding Success of 2013

SEO Agency strides into its fourth year in Singapore with much aplomb, thanks to exceptional web marketing and social media management services that create brand awareness and increase sales for its valued client base to a staggering 400% in the past year. - February 28, 2014 - SEO Agency Pte Ltd

Five Tips on Enhancing Your Media Relations Program to Garner Great PR Results

While it may seem a mystery to some, powerful and successful public relations is just as much a science, as it is an art. One of the top PR firms in NYC, Abelow PR, is offering insider tips on five ways for publicists to enhance their media relations efforts and garner greater PR results. - February 28, 2014 - Abelow PR

DDI on Oscar Pistorius

In the wake of the start of the “criminal trial of the century” on 3 March 2014 in the Pretoria High Court, one of Africa’s leading media monitoring companies will bring to you a daily summarised analysis of the Oscar Pistorius Trial. As the only company in Africa to offer social... - February 28, 2014 - DDI Africa

MMI Public Relations Selected Agency of Record for Urgent Care EMR Provider, DocuTAP

Venture-Backed EMR Provider Invests in Its Branding by Partnering with North Carolina Communications Firm. - February 28, 2014 - MMI

Natural 9 Entertainment Announces New Projects and Changes in Executive Roster

Emmy® Award-Winning Production Company Teams Up with Viardo Artists in a New Partnership Venture - February 27, 2014 - Viardo Artists

Mirus Promotions Inc. Celebrates Milestone

San Diego-Based Single-Client Startup Now Covers 13 States - February 27, 2014 - Mirus Agency

PhotoSpin Introduces Tiered Image Subscriptions and Single Image Purchases

PhotoSpin, www.photospin.com, a leading provider of stock photography by subscription introduces tiered subscriptions and single-image purchases. In answer to requests from both customers and potential customers, PhotoSpin expanded their product offerings to include three levels of subscriptions,... - February 27, 2014 - PhotoSpin.com

Singapore-Based YOOSE Explores New Shores with OTM Partnership

The partnership is a strategic move for YOOSE to tap into the Russian market and for OTM to bolster its presence in the hyper-local advertising market. - February 26, 2014 - YOOSE

JFC & Associates Appoints Adam Watson as Sr. Consultant

John Connell CEO of JFC & Associates appoints Mr. Adam Watson as Sr. Consultant. JFC & Associates have been in the EAM business since 2001 providing value to their EAM clients. JFC has also been an IBM business partner since 2005. With the main office in Boston, today JFC is regarded as one of the pre-eminent services corporations within the EAM Service discipline. - February 21, 2014 - JFC & Associates

Financial Tech Firm NanoSpeed Appoints Moonlight Media for Global PR

Moonlight Media Ltd today announced that it has been chosen by NanoSpeed as the company’s public relations and marketing consultancy. The specialist PR agency which represents companies in the banking and trading technology sectors will drive NanoSpeed’s PR engagement across the US,... - February 19, 2014 - Moonlight Media Ltd

Big Studio's Big Move

After four years of growing as a digital design think tank in Cambridge, Big Studio is proud to announce their expansion into a new location. The company’s successful startup journey has permitted the team to take the next step of opening an office in Boston’s Innovation District. The... - February 12, 2014 - Big Studio

New Technology Prevents Social Media Blunders: SecureMySocial Warns Users in Real Time if They Make Inappropriate Posts

SecureMySocial today announced its revolutionary technology that warns users of social media in real-time if they post problematic material that can harm themselves or the businesses for which they work. The system allows businesses to protect themselves from reputational harm, data leaks, legal problems, and other damage, without having to monitor their employees, and without employees needing to share any account information or passwords. - February 11, 2014 - SecureMySocial

Sartori die Torte of Vienna, Austria, Receives International Public Relations and Marketing Award for High-Design "Edible Art" Cakes Commissioned for Special Events

Petra Bacher’s high-design cake portfolio from her Vienna studio, Sartori die Torte, was recently awarded a Silver Medal in the New York-based, international Galaxy Awards competition from a field of more than 800 other marketing projects from 18 countries, the first time, ever, a portfolio of cake designs has achieved this honor. - February 11, 2014 - Sartori

Doreen Poreba of The PR Czar® Wins Exclusive Judges Award from Gold Coast Public Relations Council

The Gold Coast Public Relations Council has honored Doreen Poreba, APR, president of The PR Czar® Inc., with its exclusive Judges Award. The 2014 award was presented to Poreba as both a recognition of her entire career of exemplary PR professionalism and specifically for her public relations work on behalf of the 2013 South Florida Fair. - February 06, 2014 - The PR Czar Inc.

Crossroads Public Relations and Marketing Names New Account Coordinator

Heather Barefoot becomes latest addition to Crossroads PR and Marketing Team. - January 23, 2014 - Crossroads PR

David Pond Reappointed by Governor McCrory to NC Board of Examiners

WK Dickson & Co., Inc. has announced that David L. Pond, PE, Executive Vice President, has been reappointed by North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to serve on the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Pond was initially appointed to serve in 2007, and with this... - January 20, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.

PRSA Delaware Elects New Board Members

The members of the Public Relations Society of America, Delaware Chapter recently elected two new directors to its board. Anthony Farina and Jean Toman will serve a two-year term. Anthony Farina, of Newark, was elected to a member-at-large position. Farina, who has more than 25 years of experience... - January 09, 2014 - PRSA Delaware

Five Bygone Era Luxuries from the Downton Playbook to Charm Your Hotel Guests in 2014

A standout among New York City's travel public relations agencies, Abelow PR offers hotels five bygone era luxuries to make all guests feel like a member of the privileged aristocracy. - January 08, 2014 - Abelow PR

Denver's Absolutely PR: 2013 Year in Review

Absolutely Public Relations reviews its 2013 client campaigns and announcements. In 2013, the Denver-based Absolutely PR consulting firm celebrated its 14th year in business. - January 05, 2014 - Absolutely Public Relations

BookPublicityServices.com Launches New Year Sales Promotion Offering 20% Off All Public Relations Packages for Authors

Now through the end of January 2014, authors can purchase the company's public relations packages with a 20% off discount. - January 05, 2014 - Book Publicity Services

Former Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook is Now Available as a Kindle E-Book on Amazon.com

The Complete Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook, by Austin Texas author Don Martin (Don Martin Public Affairs), previously a self-published book, is now available as a Kindle e-book on Amazon.com The book is for sale at a considerably reduced price and available to a much wider market through Kindle publishing. - January 03, 2014 - Don Martin Public Affairs

2014 Ancil Payne Awards for Ethics in Journalism Now Open for Entries

Established in 1999, the Ancil Payne Award for Ethics in journalism honors the journalist of integrity and character who reports with insight and clarity in the face of political or economic pressures. - January 02, 2014 - UO School of Journalism and Communication

eMediaCampaigns Announces Partnership with Project: Safe Kids

Organization creates crowd funding page to give voice to abused children, and the parents who love them. - December 28, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!

Furia Rubel Communications Wins PRSA Awards

The Philadelphia chapter of the Public Relations Society of America recognizes integrated marketing and public relations agency with three industry awards. - December 20, 2013 - Furia Rubel Communications

PRSA Honors Gina Rubel with Maxine Elkin Award for Distinguished Service

Furia Rubel CEO recognized by the Public Relations Society of America’s Philadelphia chapter for public relations excellence. - December 19, 2013 - Furia Rubel Communications

Westchester County Public Relations Firm Announces New Video Library with Online PR Assistance

Cut-It-Out Communications, Inc. (http://www.cioediting.com), a full-service Westchester County public relations agency, today announced the official launch of its corporate video library, providing instructional assistance in online PR. - December 16, 2013 - Cut-It-Out Communications, Inc.

Debra Lopez Public Relations Signs SteelWind Industries

Debra Lopez Public Relations and Advertising Firm Signs on SteelWind Industries - The Proud Fabricators of the Miller Park Retractable Roof - December 12, 2013 - Debra Lopez Public Relations

Teleperformance USA Receives White House Recognition for Ohio Job Creation

Teleperformance, the global leader in outsourced multichannel customer experience management, was recognized at the White House Champions of Change ceremony, hosted by President Barack Obama, for its extensive efforts in creating jobs for young adults in Ohio. The event awarded organizations that... - December 06, 2013 - Teleperformance

Celestron® Opens International Sales Office in the United Kingdom

Headed by Dave Murray and Anne Barton, the office will support Celestron’s growing roster of international dealers and retailers. - December 04, 2013 - Celestron

Piece of Cake PR Reviews 2013; Announcing Rapid Growth Among Author Marketing Service

With 2013 drawing to a close and Piece of Cake PR celebrating yet another year of rapid growth, the company's expanding client base and growing market share proves huge demand for author marketing services. - December 02, 2013 - Piece of Cake PR

Getting the Most Out of Exhibitions

The Irish Academy of Public Relations has just uploaded a free-to-view video about Exhibitions. The video explains why companies exhibit and what they should do to get the maximum benefit from their participation. Sponsorship is taught online by the Irish Academy as part of its Certificate in Public Relations and Diploma in Event Management courses. - November 27, 2013 - The Irish Academy

PM+CO Named Loacker’s Marketing Agency for North America

Pisarkiewicz Mazur+CO has been named Loacker’s advertising and marketing agency for North America. PM+CO will provide Loacker with strategic branding and advertising support, including print and digital solutions and social media strategy. Tasting events will also be a special part of the... - November 20, 2013 - Pisarkiewicz Mazur+CO

The Final Countdown: Teenage Explorer Parker Liautaud Departs for the Willis Resilience Expedition

Watch the journey unfold at www.willisresilience.com - November 20, 2013 - Willis

Bollare Communications Announces Stephanie Paine as Fashion Director

Bollare Communications, a full service fashion, beauty and lifestyle public relations firm, announces the hire of Stephanie Paine. Paine will lead the firm’s bi-coastal Fashion Division, which includes brands across a curated cross section of the best in beachwear, contemporary fashion and... - November 16, 2013 - Bollare

Furia Rubel Grows with Addition of Sarah Larson as Vice President

Bucks County, Pennsylvania integrated marketing and PR agency hires media professional as Vice President of Public Relations. - November 08, 2013 - Furia Rubel Communications

ServiceMaster Announces Phoenix Franchise Owner as Honorary Starter for ServiceMaster 200

As recognition for ServiceMaster franchise owner Jeff Jackson’s dedication to the Phoenix area, ServiceMaster Clean and ServiceMaster Restore have appointed him as the honorary starter for Saturday’s ServiceMaster 200 at Phoenix International Raceway. The local franchise owner will wave... - November 07, 2013 - ServiceMaster All Care Restoration

TV Lawyer Gwendolyn Lindsay-Jackson, Esq. Seeks on Air Role; View Demo Reel

TV Legal News LLC provided on air talent for ABC, CBS, CNN, HLN, FOX News, MBN, MSNBC, NBC, News 12 NJ, Fox News, WNYW and WPIX. - November 05, 2013 - TV Legal News

Kitchen Public Relations Announces Five New Clients

Kitchen Public Relations (KPR), an award-winning firm specializing in media relations and strategic communications, has been retained by five new corporate and consumer clients in the following industries: banking/finance, consumer products, non-profit, business technology/IT and executive search. - October 31, 2013 - Kitchen Public Relations

Allison Dawn PR is Now Full Scale Media – A Full Service PR Firm

Allison Dawn PR, Inc. is now Full Scale Media Group LLC, a New York-based full service public relations firm. - October 30, 2013 - Full Scale Media Group LLC

Communication Strategies Group Marks 10 Years of Chicago Public Relations

Award-winning communication firm celebrates a decade of "Connecting, Motivating and Changing"; success attributed to embracing technology, anticipating change and sticking to the "tried and true." - October 28, 2013 - Communication Strategies Group

Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR Opens Intensive “Do-It-Yourself” PR Classes Beginning November 7th, 2013

Powerhouse Marketing PR firm Offers First Hand Secrets and Tips for a Successful PR Campaign Through In-Person Classes. - October 26, 2013 - Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR

Villiger Cigars Proudly Announces: Fabian Barrantes as the New Director of Marketing

Villiger Cigars North America based in Charlotte N.C. is proud to welcome Fabian Barrantes as the new Director of Marketing effective Monday October 21st 2013. "I'm excited to be working with a creative genius like Fabian," said Roy MacLaren. His extensive knowledge and creativity will... - October 23, 2013 - Villiger Cigars

Stephanie Dowling Leaves Burson-Marsteller to Join Boutique PR Firm Thunder11 - Will Lead Growing Healthcare Practice

Announcing hiring of Stephanie Dowling at boutique public relations firm, Thunder11. Stephanie came most recently from Burson-Marsteller and will serve as account manager to lead the agency's growing healthcare practice and oversee its corporate social responsibility offerings. - October 23, 2013 - Thunder11

Curzon PR Signs New London-Based Auction House

New London-based auction house, specialising exclusively in Indian art and collectables. Inaugural auction coinciding with 100 years of Bollywood. Strengthening cultural ties between India and the global market. - October 18, 2013 - Curzon PR

Taylor Morrison Takes Home Nine Houston’s Best PRISM Awards, Including Best Production Builder

Taylor Morrison’s Houston division walked away from this year’s Houston’s Best PRISM Awards with a total of nine wins. The Houston home builder was named “Best Production Builder” for the third time in the last four years. Taylor Morrison also took home top honors... - October 10, 2013 - Taylor Morrison