IABC Houston

Writer's Workshop

Wed, 14 May 2008 05:27:05 GMT

Writer’s Workshop Start Date: 25-Jun-08 8:30 AM End Time: 25-Jun-08 4:00 PM Location: United Way of Greater Houston Speaker: Jeff Herrington Event Details: All levels of writers can benefit from this all-day workshop presented by IABC/Houston and the United Way of Greater Houston. Morning Session Writing for the Web Far too many intranet and Web content providers continue to have a print model in mind when they post information online. To begin this session, Jeff Herrington will offer clear examples of how to think like a Web editor and present information online in a way that drives ROI. What does a major, Europe-based oil company know about how to talk about its exploration projects online that another major, Texas-based oil company desperately needs help understanding? This part of the presentation will review the key techniques discussed at last year’s workshop, but offer more insights on writing for search engine optimization and provide new examples of where online...

The New Social Media and Why It Should Matter to You

Wed, 07 May 2008 23:14:07 GMT

"The New Social Media and Why It Should Matter to You"
Start Date: 12-Jun-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 12-Jun-08 1:15 PM
Location: The Fabulous La Griglia, Houston, TX 77019
Speaker: Pam McConathy

Event Details:

Blogs. Podcasts. RSS. YouTube. MySpace. New forms of communication for
a new generation of employees. Pam McConathy, of Foresight
Communications Group, will lead a panel discussion on what social
media is all about and how businesses today are using it to
communicate to their audiences. As we get older, our audiences are
getting younger and it's important that entrepreneurs understand the
variety of communications options available to reach these new
audiences. Just as we had to learn to embrace computers in the 80s,
desktop publishing in the 90s, and the Worldwide Web in the new
millennium, it's time to learn the latest tools of our trade to stay
competitive and meet client needs.

The Fabulous La Griglia

2002 W. Gray

Houston, TX 77019

LUNCHEON & WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: Luncheon, Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact PLUS Afternoon Workshop, Corporate Imagery 101

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:11:08 GMT

LUNCHEON & WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: Luncheon, Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact PLUS Afternoon Workshop, Corporate Imagery 101
Start Date: 22-May-08 11:15 AM
End Time: 22-May-08 4:00 PM
Location: Brennan's of Houston
Speaker: Suzanne & Chris Salvo

Event Details:

Lunch will begin at 11:15, where we will learn how to get BIG image impact on a small budget.

The optional afternoon workshop, Corporate Imagery 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about corporate digital photography but were afraid to ask, will begin at 1:30.

The production and use of photography is increasing globally by a staggering 20 percent each year as communicators realize the power of images. Invest an afternoon to get a grip on the technology and technique to round out your visual business communication skills. Pack your camera!

Manage the process: The new workflow -- from camera to computer to output to archives
Judge a portfolio: What makes an image effective communication
Create photos that not only show what people look like, but what they are like in six steps to portraits with personality
Apply photo ethics or know when it's OK to Photoshop
PLUS: hands-on photography exercises that include basic lighting and composition techniques.

Brennan's of Houston

LUNCHEON-ONLY REGISTRATION: Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact: How to Get a Bang for Your Visual Communication Buck

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:40:49 GMT

LUNCHEON-ONLY REGISTRATION: Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact: How to Get a Bang for Your Visual Communication Buck
Start Date: 22-May-08 11:15 AM
End Time: 22-May-08 1:00 PM
Location: Brennan's of Houston
Speaker: Suzanne & Chris Salvo

Event Details:

Creativity and the power of photography to communicate your message are not dependent on the amount you spend.

With the right photographer, a proper briefing and some planning, your project will sparkle with visual excitement -- for cheap. Come and learn:

Photo trends and styles that will assure great viewership without increasing your budget
How to judge creativity in a photo portfolio
The great shot: how to tell it all in one frame
Quick, easy but gorgeous lighting techniques for people shots

Brennan's of Houston

Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact: Luncheon & Workshop

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 02 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT

The production and use of photography is increasing globally by a staggering 20 percent each year as communicators realize the power of images. Join Suzanne and Chris Salvo for lunch on Thursday, May 22, and bring your digital camera to the workshop to take full advantage of this unique opportunity!

Register for LUNCHEON & WORKSHOP

Register for LUNCHEON ONLY

2-May-08 10:00 AM

Are You Ready to Party?

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Join a bunch of other chatty communicators for a Party on the Patio at Catalan on Wednesday, June 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. Catalan is at 5555 Washington Ave., Suite A, Houston 77007, in the block just west of T.C. Jester. Save the date - details to follow!

29-Apr-08 5:00 PM

Outstanding Communicators Honored at Bronze Quill

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Dr. Giuseppe Colasurdo, dean of The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, was named IABC/Houstons Executive Communicator of the Year, and David McKinney, ABC, APR, communications manager at Shell Oil Companys Deer Park refinery and chemical plant, was named Member Communicator of the Year. The prestigious awards were presented April 24 at the Bronze Quill Awards banquet, which was attended by nearly 200 people, at the Junior League of Houston. Also announced by infamous political anchormen Buck Bronze and Quentin Quill were 55 Award of Excellence and Award of Merit winners in the Campaign for the Quill. Dr. Colasurdo, who is also the H. Wayne Hightower Professor in the Medical Sciences, is the ninth recipient of the award, which recognizes excellence in leadership, management and communication skills. Recipients are chosen for their achievements in initiating, directing, supporting, or sustaining outstanding and effective communication programs and demonstrating solid...

29-Apr-08 1:00 PM

Take the Next Step in Your Career Development

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Are you ready to take the next step in your career development? IABC/Houston will be offering an overview workshop of the accreditation process to IABC members in May or early June.

Accreditation is an IABC professional development program. It offers communicators a way of demonstrating to employers, fellow communicators and themselves their ability to successfully manage and perform those tasks essential to effective organizational communication. Candidates meeting all requirements of the program earn the designation Accredited Business Communicator (ABC).

If you are a professional communicator, IABC's accreditation program is a means by which you can gauge your career progress. The ABC following your name tells your peers, current and prospective employers and, perhaps most importantly, you, that you have successfully completed this challenging program.

If you are interested in learning more about accreditation – or are ready to begin the process – please contact Susie McMichael, ABC, Accreditation Chair, at sm_iabc@yahoo.com or 713-939-1073, ext 156. You can also learn more about accreditation at http://www.iabc.com/abc/.

29-Apr-08 12:00 PM

Seen & Heard Around the Chapter - May Member News

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Writing Recognition IABC/Houston Board member Claudia Herring of Claudia Herring Design won second place in the sprint 2008 Fort Bend Writers Guild Novel Competition for The Antiquary, a fantasy historical novel. Entries were in all genres and ranged from national to international. Judges noted that in 30 years, the novels from this competition were the best they had encountered. New Members We thank our renewing members and welcome the following new members to IABC/Houston, where they are sure to Be Heard. When you see one of these new members, please say hello. Anamaris Cousins, Halliburton Joanna Pankey, Plains Exploration & Production Company Denise Zwicker, Freelance Writer Kimberley Paisley, Shell Oil Company Ty Johnson, Williams Gas Pipeline-Transco Courtney Wilcox, Transocean Florencia Parada, Service Corporation International Jennifer Brandino, Service Corporation International Jennifer Jordan, Service Corporation International Debbie Bollom,...

28-Apr-08 8:00 PM

March Volunteer of the Month

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Name: Jill R. Lindquist Company: Art Squad Title: Area Manager Hometown: Taylor, Texas Education: BBA, Marketing ‘89 and MBA ’06, both from Texas A&M, College Station My line of work is: A niche’ staffing firm that specializes in placing creative talent and marketing professionals on a contract, contract-to-hire and permanent basis. I got into my line of work because: Why I got into this business is a long story, but the result is that I love what I do because I know I have a positive impact on people’s careers and companies’ growth. Career landmarks: Being nominated to the Texas A&M, Mays College of Business MBA Advisory Board. Goals: To gain the reputation as a leading human resource, recruitment and career resource. I’ve been an IABC member since: March 2007 My contributions to IABC include: I am currently the Sponsorship Chairperson. I belong to IABC because: I love my fellow IABCers (is that a word?). The level of professionalism and the diversity of the...

2-Apr-08 12:00 PM

2008 Campaign for the Quill: Register Now!

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Don’t let forgetting to register be your excuse for missing the 2008 Campaign for the Quill! This year’s crop of candidates is top-notch, and the competition is fierce. The polls have closed, and we are starting to see some exciting early returns. Be sure and reserve your spot or corporate table to be a delegate at Campaign HQ on April 24 at 6:30 p.m. Register online to make sure you’re included as we announce the winners! Register now at iabchouston.com: 2008 Campaign for the Quill: IABC/Houston Bronze Quill Awards Thursday, April 24, 6 to 9 p.m. Junior League of Houston Ballroom 1811 Briar Oaks Lane Houston Texas 77027 Great events happen with the help and generosity of great sponsors. Please lend your voice to thanking these sponsor companies who have so graciously supported the communication professionals of Houston: Presenting Sponsor Towers Perrin HR Services Gold Sponsors Pierpont Communications, Shell Silver Sponsors Brookwoods Group, Torma Communications,...

2-Apr-08 11:00 AM

Talent, Expertise, A Pretty Face - What More Could You Want in Your Next Speaker?

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Local, regional, national, international experience. Does that appeal to you when you’re in need of a speaker for an upcoming event? IABC/Houston’s got you covered when it comes to selection from our available speakers. We showcase a growing list of experts from a variety of communications areas.

When your organization seeks an informative, articulate and entertaining speaker, IABC/Houston is a reliable resource for just that. We offer a variety of distinguished communications professionals who have volunteered to talk about their areas of expertise to interested audiences in the Houston area, and beyond.

Whether it’s a professional organization, civic group, trade group, education forum, health forum, local Rotary club, chamber of commerce or international convention, IABC/Houston has the talented speakers to appeal to your audiences. And, we’re adding to our arsenal all the time, so check back regularly.

IABC/Houston’s speakers provide advice on the finer points of communications, including, but not limited to, photography, advertising, marketing, speechwriting, general business communications, crisis communications and media relations.

If you have a special topic request or would like to be included in our Speakers Bureau, let us know. If you’re already listed on our Bureau but need to update or change some information, contact us. You may send inquiries to Joe Fournet, Speakers Bureau Chair, at j4net@ideasnmore.net.

2-Apr-08 11:00 AM

Student Chapter: We Have Liftoff!

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

The new student chapter at the University of Houston has taken off with a roar! The 12 founding students met March 26 and elected a Board, discussed meeting dates and times and brainstormed speaker topics.

Educational Relations Director Lauren Bohnstedt announced that IABC/Houston Sponsorship Director Jill Lindquist will be the speaker at the student chapter's first professional development meeting. Scheduled for April 8 at 5 p.m., the meeting will be followed by a happy hour at the Chile's on campus.

The students also are urged to attend the professional development luncheon hosted by YP for IABC on April 22. Tim Newton, creative director at Schipul (which hosts IABC/Houston's Web site), will present "On the Go & In the Know: A Look at Mobile Web Trends."

So that those graduating in May benefit from the student chapter, Lauren and Faculty Advisor Mike Emery plan to have one more professional development meeting before the end of April.

2-Apr-08 11:00 AM

New Member Breakfast Well Attended

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Seventeen enthusiastic new members took the opportunity to meet each other at the complimentary New Member Breakfast on March 18 at Harry's Restaurant in Midtown.

New Member Orientation Director Wesley Lichenstein invited all new members who have joined IABC/Houston during the past several months to attend. The Board was further represented by chapter President Susan Burnell, President-Elect Theresa Parker, VP Member Services Helen Fischer and YP Representative Travis Harper.

Susan distributed information packets and conducted a humorous quiz presenting some of the benefits and services offered by IABC. Travis briefly described YP for IABC, the strategic interest group for young professionals in the first 10 years of a career in communications or marketing, which seemed likely to appeal to several members of the group. Helen emphasized committee participation as the way to get the most from membership in IABC.

The attendees briefly introduced themselves, their companies and the nature of their work, then took the opportunity to get better acquainted, exchange business cards and socialize during breakfast.

For new members who missed this event, another New Member Breakfast is tentatively planned for the fall. When you see it announced in STET or on the online Event Calendar, you may register or contact the New Member Orientation Director.

2-Apr-08 10:00 AM

IABC/Houston Honors Executive, Member Communicators of the Year

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Houston chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) named Dr. Giuseppe Colasurdo, dean of The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, its Executive Communicator of the Year. David B. McKinney, ABC, APR, Communications Manager at Shell Oil Company’s Deer Park refinery and chemical plant, was named Member Communicator of the Year. The prestigious awards were presented April 24 at the organization’s annual Bronze Quill Awards banquet at the Junior League of Houston. Dr. Colasurdo, who is also the H. Wayne Hightower Professor in the Medical Sciences, is the ninth recipient of the award, which recognizes excellence in leadership, management, and communication skills. Recipients are chosen for their achievements in initiating, directing, supporting, or sustaining outstanding and effective communication programs and demonstrating solid understanding and support of communication within his or her organization with the highest professional and ethical...

IABC/Houston Seeks Nominations for Prestigious Executive Communicator of the Year Award

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Houston Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/Houston) is seeking nominations for its 8th annual IABC Executive Communicator of the Year Award, which recognizes a top-level business or organizational leader who displays understanding and active support of communication. Awards Chair Ginger Bertrand, president of Bertrand Communications, Inc., encouraged companies and organizations to nominate their executive communicators for consideration in this category. “This award focuses on those in leadership roles who positively impact their organizations through effective communication,” she said. Bertrand noted that the annual award has recognized a series of outstanding executives in Houston, including last year’s recipient, J. William (Bill) Boyar, chairman of Boyar & Miller Law Firm. Other previous recipients of the award include: Jackie Martin, former president, the United Way of the Texas Gulf Coast; Steven L. Miller, chairman...

IABC/Houston Announces Deadline for 2007 Bronze Quill Awards

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Houston Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/Houston) is seeking entries from Houston area communicators for the 2007 Bronze Quill Awards. The early bird deadline of February 2 features a reduced entry fee, and the final deadline is February 9. The theme for the 2007 Awards is “Communications That Soar.” Bronze Quill is IABC/Houston’s annual competition for communication professionals, with more than 90 potential winners judged in 27 categories recognizing excellence in publications, communications campaigns, and marketing products. The competition is open to IABC members and non-members and includes categories for college-level student entries. Winners will be recognized April 12, 2007, at the Awards Gala, to be held at the Junior League of Houston. IABC/Houston is also seeking nominations for its 8th annual IABC Executive Communicator of the Year Award, which recognizes a top-level business or organizational leader...

Waiting for Your Cat to Bark? Persuading Customers When They Ignore Marketing

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:00:00 GMT

IABC/HOUSTON JULY PROGRAM Title: Waiting for Your Cat to Bark? Persuading Customers When They Ignore Marketing What: Starting from the premise that customers behave more like cats than Pavlovs dogs, this internet marketing consulting teams new book examines how emerging media have diluted the effectiveness of mass marketing. Marketing communicators need to redefine how they interact with customers –- and take greater advantage of interconnected media channels. Find out how to: Accelerate the persuasive momentum that drives your customers to take action. Plug big holes in your marketing message both online and off. Use to your advantage the increased control customers have in this emerging marketplace. Come get retooled and learn how these pieces fit together using Persuasion Architecture, a framework for making all your marketing channels work together. Who: Bryan and Jeffrey Eisenberg are the inventors of Persuasion Architecture and leading experts in...

IABC Houston Wins International Awards

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:00:00 GMT

Awards include Communication Awards of Excellence and Professional Development, Finance and Leadership Awards of Merit Houston, TX – March 10, 2006 – The Houston chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) has been awarded four awards for outstanding chapter management. IABC Houston won an award of excellence in the Communication category and awards of merit in the Professional Development, Finance and Leadership categories. The awards were announced at the 2006 Leadership Institute conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. IABCs Chapter Management Awards recognize the leadership abilities, management skills, creativity and teamwork of outstanding volunteer chapter leaders worldwide. Awards are presented in three divisions: small, mid-size and large chapters. Within those divisions are six categories: membership marketing, professional development, financial management, leadership development, communication, and community and...

A SALUTE TO HOUSTONS COMMUNICATIONS ALL STARS

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:00:00 GMT

BANQUET HONORS 2006 BRONZE QUILL WINNERS WHO: IABC members, Bronze Quill contest participants, honored guest, and all communication professionals. WHAT: Join IABC/Houston for a night of food and fun as it presents A Salute to Houstons Communications ALL STARS at the 2006 Bronze Quill Awards Banquet honoring 2006s Bronze Quill winners. Sponsored by the Houston chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators, this annual competition is open to all Houston area professionals and students who produce work in the preceding calendar year. The awards recognize excellence in organizational communication and include multiple divisions and categories. WHEN: August 24, 2006 6 p.m. WHERE: Champions Pavilion at Minute MaidPark 501 Crawford Houston, TX 77002 RESERVATIONS: www.iabchouston.com MEDIA CONTACT: Nicole...

Communications Pro Earns Accreditation Designation

noemail@iabchouston.com — Mon, 03 Apr 2006 14:00:00 GMT

Communication Pro Earns Accreditation Designation SAN FRANCISCO, CA (March 14, 2006) – Pegge Bogle, of Houston-based Pierpont Communications, has earned the Accredited Business Communicator (ABC) designation by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). IABCs accreditation process measures the strategic abilities and technical skills of a communicator, and is a critical step in a communicators career growth. Achieving accreditation demonstrates to fellow communicators, and to present or perspective employers and clients, that an important milestone in professional development has been attained. The process consists of rigorous evaluation that identifies and recognizes the highly qualified, well-rounded communicator through a review of their portfolio of work, and written and oral examinations. Candidates meeting the exacting requirements of the process earn the designation Accredited Business Communicator (ABC). Most candidates find that the...

IABC Houston Honors 2005 Executive Communicator of the Year

noemail@iabchouston.com — Wed, 31 Aug 2005 15:00:00 GMT

Clark Baker, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Houston, Embodies Communication Excellence HOUSTON, TX August 29, 2005 - The Houston Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) awarded its prestigious Executive Communicator of the Year Award to Clark Baker, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Houston, at the chapters annual Bronze Quill Awards Banquet Thursday, August 25, 2005, at the Houston Hilton Post Oak. One of the things that stood out most about Baker, according to IABC Executive Communicator Judge Susan H. Burnell, APR, was that He wanted to take communications to a higher level, so he made the organizations Director of Communications a direct report. This alignment was a real plus for the organization, the director, the communications profession, and, I think, what our award should celebrate. IABC/Houstons Bronze Quill recognizes outstanding achievement in a broad variety of communications initiatives including annual reports,...

American Association of Port Authorities Presents Crisis Communications

noemail@iabchouston.com — Tue, 03 May 2005 20:00:00 GMT

The American Association of Port Authorities are putting on a pair of hard-hitting, interactive communications workshops in Galveston, June 7-8.

The June 7 session will be a crisis communications drill; the June 8 session will be a simulated commission meeting on a tough, waterfront land-use development issue.

Both sessions are designed to put professional communicators through the rigors of communicating under pressure.

If any IABC members are interested in participating, AAPA will give them the AAPA "member" rate. For more information on the AAPA web site Click Here.

To read a flyer about the event, Click Here.

Fournet Presents Winning and Wacky Ways to Kick-Start Creativity at International Conference of Creativity Association

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 22 Apr 2005 22:00:00 GMT

Houston, TX — Advertising and creativity consultant Joe Fournet, President and Creative Director of Ideas & More, and President of IABC/Houston, presented a session entitled "Winning and Wacky Ways to Kick-Start your Creativity" during the recent 2005 International Conference of the American Creativity Association (ACA) in Austin, Texas.

As Joe explains, "When’s that next great idea going to hit you? Can’t think clearly? In this session you get your brain rejuvenated, your imagination tingling and your creative juices flowing again. These techniques work regardless of what aspect of the creative process you’re involved."

The ACA, with membership throughout the US and in more than 15 countries, has been a primary resource for learning and applying creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and ideation theory, tools, and techniques for more than a decade.

Based in Sugar Land, Texas, Ideas & More is an advertising and marketing consultancy specializing in creative strategy, concept development and copywriting.

Assistant Director, Public Relations

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Title: Assistant Director, Public Relations Description: Texas Children’s Hospital is recruiting for an Assistant Director of Public Relations to lead in establishing a public relations component for the organization. This person will create and implement strategic public relations programs that leverage core entities among key external constituents, provide coaching, leadership and development for staff, and work to integrate public relations efforts with strategic marketing activities. The Assistant Director of Public Relations: Directs the organization’s external communications program, including but not limited to oversight of media relations and crisis communications and issues/advocacy PR (in concert with government relations). Works closely with executive, physician and marketing leadership to identify messages and audiences. Incorporates strategic planning and critical thinking into the development of all initiatives and implements measurement tools to...

Marketing Specialist, Service Lines

Thu, 15 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Title: Marketing Specialist, Service Lines Description: Texas Children’s Hospital is recruiting for a Marketing Specialist, Service Lines to increase awareness and preference of key service lines at Texas Children’s Hospital among consumer and physician target markets, develop and maintain relationships with physicians and other leaders in these key departments, and to target priority audiences with relevant marketing campaigns to achieve service-line specific goals. The Marketing Specialist, Service Lines will: Serve as the marketing relationship owner and as a strategic resource for leadership of key service lines at Texas Children’s. This includes serving as contact person and project manager for various marketing and communication initiatives, determining and managing marketing needs and leading projects for service line marketing initiatives. Provide strategic ideas and fresh thinking to help drive business results and integrate effective marketing planning with each...

Web Specialist

Wed, 14 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Title: Web Specialist Description: The Woodlands UMC is looking for an experienced web designer fill the role of Web Specialist. The position reports to the Art Director. The Web Specialist will create and maintain web pages related to overall church marketing efforts and to specific program initiatives. Assist in setting and enforcing high standards for web marketing. Work with and train key ministry staff and volunteers in updating church-sponsored blogs and 20 plus URLs. Work with key staff to revise www.twumc.org and maintain other key websites. Send daily e-blasts through iContact distributions. Work on additional multimedia and graphic design projects, including slides, displays and logos, as needed. Required Experience: Three plus years experience in all aspects of web design with a solid foundation in graphic design. Experience in streaming video, podcasting and other web and multimedia components a plus. This Job Requires the Follow Skills: Key skills include...

Graphic Designer

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Title: Graphic Designer Description: The Woodlands United Methodist Church is seeking an entry-level Graphic Designer to join our faith-based team. The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing design pieces that can be applied to print, web and other multimedia applications. Projects will include slide creation, brochures, advertisements, direct mail pieces, logos, promotional items, web site visuals, video graphics and displays. This individual must possess a strong sense of concept development, layout composition, color theory and typography. This position reports to and works closely with the Art Director. The Graphic Designer works in tandem with other members of the communications team, pastors, church contacts, volunteers and third-party vendors. Required Experience: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design. Desire to acquire professional experience in a fast-paced, creative environment. Strong interpersonal communication skills and portfolio of college and/or intern...

Communications Representative

Mon, 05 May 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Communications Representative Description: Total Petrochemicals USA, Inc. is one of the top petrochemicals employers in the industry. We have a fully integrated business model that allows us to offer our employees outstanding opportunities and immediate hands on experience. In the United States, we have three petrochemical facilities, one refinery, one Research and Development Center, and one Corporate office. We have operation in Texas and Louisiana. Worldwide we operate on every continent, we employ over 95,000 people, and we are ranked the 4th largest oil company in the world. Working for Total means an opportunity for a varied, motivating career. It also means working for a multicultural company that is open to the world. Total is a company that makes employee talent, innovation, and high technology the core focus of its growth strategy. A company that aims to meet the challenges of the future by bringing together employees from a wide variety of origins and educational...

Web Content Administrator

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Title: Web Content Administrator Description: The Web Content Administrator is responsible for overall management and oversight of the universitys web presence, including content creation, content management, and strategic external and internal communications services. This individual will oversee the content of the top-levels of the web site, and provide support and guidance to departments and offices on their web presence. Specific Responsibilities Include: 1. Managing content on the universitys web site including periodic updates of content as needed; 2. Researching, writing, and editing content and locating photographs and images for web pages as needed; 3. Collaborating with graphic designers, web designers, and other staff to create and update web content; 4. Collaborating with technology staff on site management, upgrades, and other technical requirements; 5. In conjunction with technology staff, creating and managing a system for periodic reports on web...

Manager, Public Relations

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Title: Manager, Public Relations Description: Position Summary Develops and coordinates media/community and public relations activities to support general corporate/strategic objectives. Represents the power and fuels efforts in the Western United State while overseeing and counseling staff members on how to represent their expertise to internal/external constituencies, including the general public, media, employees, business organizations and community groups 1. Develops and coordinates public relations programs and activities in support of company and area objectives. 2. Supports Government/Regulatory efforts through media and community outreach. 3. Coordinates with other PR staff in US and to develop and support company programs and objectives to maintain consistency. 4. Responsible for all regional media relations, either responding to inquiries or proactively seeking opportunities through press releases, media tours or feature ideas. 5. ...

PR Media Relations Specialist

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: PR Media Relations Specialist Description: Individual is responsible for coordinating the Hospital Districts media relations processes and projects: • Develops strategic communications and media plans, and coordinates positive news coverage for HCHD. • Consults, writes, coordinates, and produces promotional literature, communications pieces for HCHD BEAT service lines. • Oversees planning and implementation of media events, news conferences, speakers, bureau placement for Beat service lines, dignitary and VIP visits/tours. • Rotates media on-call responsibilities with other department staff. Represents the department with local, state, national, and international media, responding to media inquiries and serving as HCHD spokesperson when appropriate. THINK YOU CAN DO MORE WITH YOUR CAREER? THINK HARRIS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT. As the integrated public health care system for the nation’s third most populous county, you’ll see more, do more, learn more, and be more...

Senior PR/Communications Specialist

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Senior PR/Communications Specialist Description: Qualifications include a Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field; seven to fifteen (7-15) years experience in a major market news organization or a senior PR/media relations role; five (5) years of experience in health care is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills and superior organizational skills are imperative. You must be a strong team player with advanced skills in MS Office and have some functional ability in a desktop publishing program like Quark XPress. Project Management experience is a plus. Preference given to candidates with substantial experience in targeting and developing reporter relationships in news bureaus based in Houston, Texas, Washington, D.C., and Austin, Texas. Bilingual skills are considered a plus. THINK YOU CAN DO MORE WITH YOUR CAREER? THINK HARRIS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT. As the integrated public health care system for the nation’s third most...

Senior Account Manager

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Title: Senior Account Manager Description: The Senior Account Manager is an experienced professional who leads client accounts and manages team members. This position is also in training to become a future Account Service Director. Required Experience: · Minimum of 8 years marketing and communications experience. Time spent at a marketing or PR firm is a must! This Job Requires the Follow Skills: o Management -- supervision, client relations, project management, time management, understanding of daily operations of a marketing firm o Marketing – strong knowledge of marketing strategy and the tools used to support marketing communications and branding campaigns (i.e. media relations, advertising, collateral, events, Internet, grass-roots, etc.); creativity; writing (including Associated Press style format) o Other – sales pitching Education Required: College graduate, with a degree in communications or marketing Planned Duration of Employment: Permanent...

Writer/editor

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Writer/editor Experience: I am an award-winning writer, blogger, editor and journalist who helped pioneer the Houston Chronicles Internet initiative at chron.com. I became my departments first multi-pronged writer-blogger while covering DVD, movies and TV. I wrote, edited and posted via Movable Type for which I was granted self-publishing privileges. I also attended a two-day seminar on Internet usage in September and last spring won a first-place statewide award for Best Internet Opinion Writing given by the Houston Press Club and judged by Los Angeles Times editors. Running through Oct. 23, 2007, those blogs can be found at: http://blogs.chron.com/tubular/archives/dancing_with_the_stars . I am now writing a new DVD blog on WordPress, Tripping the Light, found at http://farsider.wordpress.com . Since the 1980s I covered arts and entertainment for the Chronicle, from stories on Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to more...

Graphic Designer

Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Graphic Designer Experience: As a marketing professional and graphic designer, I have demonstrated success in both development and implementation of comprehensive marketing campaigns for local, regional, national and international audiences and customers. Skills: Dorian Tool International- Marketing Manager - November 2005 to Present Continually create and see through to completion a wide range of marketing campaigns including advertising, complex catalogs, brochures, promotional flyers, trade show booths, quarterly mailers, signage, giveaways, booklets, PowerPoint presentations, training/educational materials, and logos Extensive working knowledge of graphics design software programs including, but not limited to Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint Prepare all artwork and specifications for all proof stages and final releases of materials to ensure quality of final printing Education:...

Foresight Communications Group

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:55:25 GMT

Pamela McConathy
pam@thinkforesight.com

6103 Cheena

Houston, TX 77096

(713) 416-4410

Denise Allen Zwicker, writer

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:15:00 GMT

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Denise Zwicker
Denise@DeniseAllenZwicker.com

6326 Dew Bridge Drive

Sugar Land, TX 77479

(281) 265-0050

Pennino and Partners

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Pennino and Partners is a business to business and business to industry consultant company. Pennino and Partners specializes in strategic communications and public relations planning, writing of all types (executive, news releases, etc.), media relations and publicity, issues and crisis communications, and special business events.

Laura Pennino
lp@penninoandpartners.com

19200 Space Center Blvd. #2611

Houston, TX 77058

(281) 286-9398

Savage, Branding & Corporate Design

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Savage takes a smart, fresh and human approach to creating brands and design solutions that align with business objectives, support client expectations and embody the brand promise. We are the conduit in the process of establishing and communicating a brand. Companies that take the time to identify their value proposition, align their culture and communicate their message consistently and well, see the results. With the right positioning, a brand can transform a business and ultimately become a very valuable corporate asset.

The firm’s work has received numerous national awards and has been published in most of the profession’s juried books and publications including International ARC Awards, ReBrand100, Black Book AR100, American Marketing Association, Interactive Investor Relations Awards, Web Marketing Association, The Art Directors Club of New York, International Association of Business Communicators/Houston, and Communication Arts, Graphis, HOW and Print magazines. For additional information about Savage, please visit the website at www.savagebrands.com.

Bethany Haley
bhaley@savagebrands.com

4203 Yoakum Blvd. 4th Floor

Houston, TX 77006

(713) 522-1555

Griffin Creative Company

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Griffin Creative is an inventive design boutique that thinks BIG! From branding campaigns to identity packages, and web design to collateral, Griffin Creative is known for attention grabbing and memorable ideas.

Robin Leeder

534 Kingfisher

Sugar Land, TX 77478

(281) 242-1119

Pierpont Communications, Inc.

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Pierpont Communications, Inc. is a full-service public relations, investor relations, public affairs and marketing firm with offices in Houston, Austin and Dallas. Pierpont's integrated marketing communications approach creates powerful business solutions for clients.

Phil Morabito
pmorabito@piercom.com

1800 West Loop South, Suite 800

Houston, TX 77027

(713) 627-2223

TopDog Communication and Development

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Enhancing employees understanding and motivation can significantly improve an organizations ability to perform. TopDog helps get employees heads, hearts and hands engaged in strategies and business plans by providing communication and organizational development consulting services such as: Communication audits and strategy design Content development Change management and culture development Employee alignment and role clarity analysis Internal branding Training needs assessments Workshop development and delivery TopDog Communication and Development, L.L.C., was founded by Joi Lecznar, a results oriented consultant specializing in internal communication and human resources development. Previously, Joi was the Regional Development Director at JPMorgan Chase & Co. In this capacity, Joi managed a human resources team who directed organizational development strategy and activities for 20,000 employees in Texas. She worked in various other human resources...

Claudia Herring Design

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Claudia Herring Design is a full service graphic design studio in Houston specializing in effective marketing and corporate communications for clients from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses. Strategy + Creativity = Visual Communication that Gets Results!

Claudia Herring
ch@claudiaherringdesign.com

1514 Del Norte

Houston, TX 77018

(713) 688-0970

Pierpont Communications, Inc.

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Phil Morabito
pmorabito@piercom.com

1800 West Loop South, Suite 800

Houston, TX 77027

(713) 627-2223

Beth S. Miller Marketing Communications

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:07:01 GMT

When youve got a solid business story to tell, you need an experienced communicator to help you tell it. Beth S. Miller Marketing Communications knows how to create clear conversations between businesses and clients, industry influencers, industry analysts and the press. When we write news releases, case studies, position papers or whitepapers, we make the most technical information clear, compelling and authentic. Beth S. Miller, ABC has decades of experience working with technology, medical, legal and petrochemical clients to develop the stories that will interest national business editors, industry trade publications, industry analysts,and local print and broadcast media. We can help you to: Identify the right editors to develop dialogues that open story opportunities. Create relationships with industry analysts like Gartner, Forrester, Yankee Group and others to build the visibility and credibility that can lead to business referrals for your company. ...

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Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact PLUS Afternoon Workshop, Corporate Imagery 101
Thursday, May 22, 11:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Brennan's of Houston

The production and use of photography is increasing globally by a staggering 20 percent each year as communicators realize the power of images. Join Suzanne and Chris Salvo for lunch, and bring your digital camera to the workshop to take full advantage of this unique opportunity!

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The New Social Media and Why It Should Matter to You

Thursday, June 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
The Fabulous LaGriglia

Blogs. Podcasts. RSS. YouTube. MySpace. New forms of communication for a new generation of employees. Pam McConathy, of Foresight Communications Group, will lead a panel discussion on what social media is all about and how businesses today are using it to communicate to their audiences. As we get older, our audiences are getting younger and it's important that entrepreneurs understand the variety of communications options available to reach these new audiences. Just as we had to learn to embrace computers in the 80s, desktop publishing in the 90s, and the Worldwide Web in the new millennium, it's time to learn the latest tools of our trade to stay competitive and meet client needs.

Register Today!

IABC/Houston Bronze Quill Awards 2008

Fri, 09 May 2008 19:31:51 GMT

2008 IABC/Houston Bronze Quill Award Winners Division I – Communication Management Community Relations Award of Excellence David Torres, Michael Alanis, Roger Parker, Robert Marraro, Corpus Christi Police Department: Save Our Streets – A Bullet Knows No Boundaries Jonathan Rucket, Pierpont Communications: Disaster Housing Assistance – Harris County Media Relations Award of Excellence Sharon Dotson, APR, Bayou City Public Relations: Free and It Feels Good; So What’s the Rub? Shell in US: Alaska First Media Engagement Laura Frnka, APR, Ben Wheatley, ABC, APR, Nancy Sims, Olga DeMetri, Pam McConathy, Jenna Mitchell, Pierpont Communications: Houston We Have a New Airline Lisa Merkl, University of Houston: Melatonin: The Hormone of Darkness Multi-audience Communication Award of Excellence David McKinney, ABC, APR, Shell Oil Company: Social Performance Plan Issues Management & Crisis Award of Excellence Shell Oil Company: A National Dialogue on Energy Security ...

Fri, 02 May 2008 21:33:02 GMT

Are YOU a candidate? Time to throw your hat in the ring and prove to the world you are the right communications leader for your organization. No need to form an exploratory committee or stage any pricey fundraisers to enter, but the time to start preparing your platform is now.Our esteemed panel of communications pundits – Gold and Silver Quill winners and ABCs – anxiously awaits your entries.Watch the mail for your Call for Entries, or click on the Call for Entries link below. Frontrunner entry deadline: Feb. 25, 2008 (Early bird) Late surge in the polls: Feb. 29, 2008 (Final) Invite your friends and colleagues to attend the watch party at Campaign HQ as the results come in! Register here IABC/Houston Bronze Quill Awards presented by TOWERS PERRIN HR SERVICES Thursday, April 24 - 6:30 p.m. The Junior League of Houston, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane Call for Entries Frequently Asked Questions Executive Communicator of the Year 2008 Bronze Quill Team For a...

IABC Houston new homepage

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:21:36 GMT

This is my new homepage Areas to market: 1. Upcoming events ( 3 different types of events on the homepage) a. Professional Development Events b. ESIG Events (Entrepreneurs Strategic Interest Group) c. YP Events (Young Professionals) 2. Join A Special Interest Group a. Entrepreneurs (ESIG) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. b. Young Professionals (YP) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. 3. Member Tools a. My Information b. Find a Member c. International Member Services d. Become a member 4. Subscribe to our news – call to action only (newsletter sign up) 5. Links and small calls to action for the IABC International and S. Region Sites a. http://www.iabc.com/ b. http://delaware.iabc.com/ c. http://www.iabcmn.com/ d. ...

Speakers Bureau - IABC/Houston

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 03:44:16 GMT

Welcome to the IABC Houston Speakers Bureau Is your organization seeking an informative, articulate and entertaining speaker? IABC Houston offers a variety of distinguished communications professionals who have volunteered to talk about their areas of expertise to interested audiences in the Houston area, and even beyond Our experts provide advice on the finer points of communications, including, but not limited to, photography, advertising, marketing, speechwriting, general business communications, crisis communications, and media relations. If you have a special topic request or would like to be included in our speakers bureau, let us know. You may send inquiries to Joe Fournet, Speakers Bureau Chair, at j4net@ideasnmore.net. Our Speakers: (listed in no special order or preference and subject to change) Terri Ammerman Terri Ammerman is president and chief executive officer of The Ammerman Experience. She has worked with clients throughout the United States and the...

IABC/Houston Board Members and Officers

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:40 GMT

IABC/Houston Mission Statement Provide lifelong learning opportunities that give IABC/Houston members the tools and information they need to be the best in their chosen discipline. Share among our members the best global communication practices, ideas and experiences that will enable us to develop highly ethical and effective performance standards for our profession. IABC/Houston Board of Directors and Officers President Susan Burnell, APR 832-912-7879 susan@inkspark.net President-Elect Theresa Seegers Parker Torma Communications 713-526-6713 Theresa@torma.com Past President Pam McConathy Foresight Communications Group 713-416-4410 pam@thinkforesight.com Secretary Claudia Herring Design 713-688-0970 cat@claudiaherringdesign.com MARKETING Marketing VP Marcie Hysinger Pivot Advisors LLC 713-529-2868 hysinger@pivotadvisors.net Communications Merrisa Turner TR Moore 713-789-7081 mturner@trmoore.com Job Bank Liesl Owens Fifth Business ...

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Try-It Program

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 02:30:01 GMT

What a great idea! Here’s your chance to try out membership in IABC/Houston. No big commitment. No risk. Just an easy way to experience our community of business communication professionals – up close and personal. Come to our monthly luncheons, meet our members, join a committee. You’ll get full local benefits and a chance to mix and mingle with Houston’s top communications professionals. Benefits: • Three-month unlimited access to the IABC/Houston Job Bank • Member rates to monthly chapter luncheons • Three-month subscription to STET, our monthly newsletter • Three months of unlimited opportunities to learn new skills, compare notes with other business communicators, ask questions, get ideas, and establish a support network for career development. Cost: •A Three-month trial membership is only $60. Catch: You can try us out one time. The TRY-IT program does not apply to full membership and does not give you access to IABC International benefits. Ready to try us out? )...

Entrepreneurs - Are You Getting Paid What You Are Worth?

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Want to know whether you're charging enough for your services, leaving money on the table, competitive in your rates? Then please answer the following questions and join us on March 14 for the ESIG Annual Rates Discussion.

Click on Take This Survey to proceed.

Talk to IABC/Houston: What Do You Want?

noemail@iabchouston.com — Fri, 16 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

Poll members on their overall satisfaction with their IABC/Membership, with particular attention to programming and chapter services. The survey will be used as a basis for 2006-07 planning and improving chapter management.

Release Date: 16-Jun-06 7:00 AM
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All responses will be completely confidential and anonymous, unless you enter our drawing for one of five free registrations to an IABC/Houston luncheon program and provide your name and contact info.

If you recently completed the survey, thanks. If not, now's your chance to guide the chapter, and win one of five lunch program registrations.

When you complete the survey, please hit Submit. The results will be analyzed and a full report will be issued in the August STET.

Thank you.

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Susan, Helen & Beth

Sat, 17 May 2008 19:23:19 GMT

Susan Burnell and Beth Miller present the IABC/Houston Volunteer of the Year award to Helen Fischer.

Susan, Helen & Beth

Sat, 17 May 2008 19:23:19 GMT

Volunteer of the Year award, good friends, and lunch at Brennan's of Houston...a perfect day.

Helen

Sat, 17 May 2008 19:23:19 GMT

Helen Fischer accepts the 2007 VOY award.

Helen & Beth

Sat, 17 May 2008 19:23:19 GMT

We have ourselves a winner!

IABC Houston

Writer's Workshop

The New Social Media and Why It Should Matter to You

LUNCHEON & WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: Luncheon, Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact PLUS Afternoon Workshop, Corporate Imagery 101

LUNCHEON-ONLY REGISTRATION: Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact: How to Get a Bang for Your Visual Communication Buck

Small Photo Budget, Big Image Impact: Luncheon & Workshop

Are You Ready to Party?

Outstanding Communicators Honored at Bronze Quill

Take the Next Step in Your Career Development

Seen & Heard Around the Chapter - May Member News

March Volunteer of the Month

2008 Campaign for the Quill: Register Now!

Talent, Expertise, A Pretty Face - What More Could You Want in Your Next Speaker?

Student Chapter: We Have Liftoff!

New Member Breakfast Well Attended

IABC/Houston Honors Executive, Member Communicators of the Year

IABC/Houston Seeks Nominations for Prestigious Executive Communicator of the Year Award

IABC/Houston Announces Deadline for 2007 Bronze Quill Awards

Waiting for Your Cat to Bark? Persuading Customers When They Ignore Marketing

IABC Houston Wins International Awards

A SALUTE TO HOUSTONS COMMUNICATIONS ALL STARS

Communications Pro Earns Accreditation Designation

IABC Houston Honors 2005 Executive Communicator of the Year

American Association of Port Authorities Presents Crisis Communications

Fournet Presents Winning and Wacky Ways to Kick-Start Creativity at International Conference of Creativity Association

Assistant Director, Public Relations

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Senior PR/Communications Specialist

Senior Account Manager

Writer/editor

Graphic Designer

Foresight Communications Group

Denise Allen Zwicker, writer

Pennino and Partners

Savage, Branding & Corporate Design

Griffin Creative Company

Pierpont Communications, Inc.

TopDog Communication and Development

Claudia Herring Design

Pierpont Communications, Inc.

Beth S. Miller Marketing Communications

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