Zion & Zion agency expanding

By Linda VandeVrede on June 30th, 2010 In Agencies

Always looking for good news in our Arizona economy, and it appears that Tempe-based agency Zion & Zion has been attracting both clients and employees. Recently they announced five new hires, and several international clients.
I asked agency CEO Aric Zion what he thinks the agency does differently.  
“First, we’re not straight PR, i.e. we take it to [...]

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PRSA Media Breakfast features Phoenix Biz J

By Charlotte Shaff on June 29th, 2010 In Professional Development

Please join the Phoenix chapter of PRSA at this July Media Breakfast featuring reporters from the Phoenix Business Journal.
Date: Thursday, July 15, 2010
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Location: VA Medical Center. It is BUILDING 21 Room 102 and we are located on the NE CORNER of the Medical Center Grounds close to Montecito Street.
Address: 650 [...]

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O’Hara joins Allison & Partners

By Charlotte Shaff on June 29th, 2010 In People

Amy O’Hara has joined Allison & Partners, a full-service public relations and marketing agency, as an Account Executive. Prior to joining the agency, Amy did Marketing & Communications for the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Innovation at Arizona State University.
“We’re delighted to have Amy join our team. Anyone who knows her can attest to [...]

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Snell & Wilmer looking for PR specialist

By Linda VandeVrede on June 29th, 2010 In Jobs

Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest law firms in the western U.S., is seeking a full-time PR specialist to work out of the company’s Phoenix office.  The position reports into the communications manager.
Here is the job description.  Have the right background?  Send your resume to Human Resources at jobsphx@swlaw.com
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This individual will support the communications [...]

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A PR Pro’s best friend

By Charlotte Shaff on June 28th, 2010 In Hype!

Dang it! All this recent Apple hype has me contemplating a move from my Blackberry Bold to the new iPhone 4. What does a PR gal who is addicted to her email and the internet do?
I know what you are going to say “But, the dropped calls and terrible service!” Um, actually, I really like [...]

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Get your website evaluated at July AZIMA event

By Len Gutman on June 28th, 2010 In Best Practices

The Arizona Interactive Marketing Association’s (AZIMA’s) monthly event program in July will see a new and exciting format, as top internet marketing professionals from throughout the Phoenix market will evaluate and critique websites for small local businesses. Some of the Valley’s most respected and recognized internet marketers will be providing insightful analysis and helpful tips [...]

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