I’ve written before about the exciting, interesting people I meet on a daily basis — one of my favorite aspects of my career in public relations. A great example is my friend and client Randy “RJ” Vann, a Southwest Florida business man and an avid horseman. So what do a drive for solar technology and a passion Paso Fino horses have in common? RJ shows us… Read the rest of this entry »
Last night was the kick off meeting for the 4th annual
Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida Race for the Cure at Galloway Ford in Fort Myers. It was so inspiring… Read the rest of this entry »
One of the most enjoyable and rewarding aspects of working on the agency side of public relations is the diversity of businesses you can explore and share with the world. Read the rest of this entry »
Here’s an article that really illustrates the importance of being our best for our clients and always trying to be better — fits well with the philosophy of continuous improvement!
Like me, you have probably attended a host of social media workshops and seminars and as a result, have been motivated to bring those exciting options to the workplace. Yes, this has inspired me to encourage my clients to get on board and to update online communications for my own business. But I view these tools as enhancements to the rich, diverse world of communications and public relations, not replacements — and I value local media even more during these challenging times. Here are five reasons why: Read the rest of this entry »
As Florida Gulf Bank’s marketing and public relations counselor for more than nine years, I continue to be grateful every day to know this extraordinary group of genuine, giving people who truly care for their community. Read the rest of this entry »
Finishing touches for Norris Home Furnishings in Fort Myers, FL opening next week — a family-owned, local furniture showroom focusing on quality and value. Read the rest of this entry »
At Pfeifer Realty Group on sunny Sanibel Island in Florida, Santa’s elves have been spotted marking the second year they’ve transported their toy-making business and a bit of holiday merriment and mischief to Southwest Florida. Marie Mosley, APR and PR Coordinator for PKE Marketing & PR Solutions, reported on the elves’ antics for the 2009 holiday season Read the rest of this entry »
Last year I had a call from Marie Mosley, APR who had moved to Fort Myers from Jacksonville a few years ago and was interested in membership in the local chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association. As vice president of member relations, I provided her with info and then we started talking….she was looking for part time employment in the PR field and wanted more than just freelance work. The rest is history… Read the rest of this entry »
So 2010 is fast approaching and instead of listing resolutions, it seems like a good time to reflect on the past year and to decide how to build on those lessons learned. Read the rest of this entry »
