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 July 2010 |
 Recently, I attended the annual meeting of IPREX, a global network of independent public relations firms, of which Vollmer is a long-time member. We gathered in Düsseldorf with new members from far and wide - Helsinki to Madrid, Sao Paulo to Milwaukee and Liverpool to Houston. Beyond the blend of accents, languages, time zones and practice areas, we learned more about each firm's capabilities and what sets us apart.
We also learned that we're remarkably similar. As entrepreneurs, we are focused on our business and clients, and, of course, we would like more of both! As employers, we worry about keeping our staffs energized, productive and loyal, while stretching for the best work of their lives. As leaders, we have our eyes focused on the future. What's the next evolution in corporate social responsibility? New rules of engagement in social media? Branding that is in tune with cross-cultural coding? Strategies for collaborative work?
This year Vollmer was the recipient of the IPREX "Grail," the International Award for Outstanding Performance in Communication Business, awarded to the firm that shared the most business with partners. It is a testament to collaboration, respect and trust in the partnership. The roaming award, pictured here, has resided in Germany, the U.K., Paris, Washington, D.C., Minneapolis and now Houston.
Lest I lead you to believe it was all work and no play, we were united in having fun outside the boardroom, as well. I leave you this link for further edification and learning.
Cheers!
Passion and Expertise in Action!
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The Grand Excalibur Award is back home at Vollmer Public Relations!
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The Vollmer Voice Blog Posts
- Generation TX Ya'll! Denisha Stevens
- Generation TX is a grassroots, community-based movement united in the belief that every Texas student-regardless of circumstances-belongs on the path to college or career education beyond high school.
- Ah, Freedom... Helen Vollmer
- As the founder of the largest independent public relations firm based in the Southwest, I have a definite POV on the value of independence.
- Yes. Take the Trip Insurance. Judy Haveson
- I wasn't one who changed their travel dates and nothing bad had ever happened to me on vacation...until it did.
- Get Inspired This Summer! Lindsay Stout
- Recently I've been to a few other magical places where I found some new inspiration.
- You Can Thank Me Later Denisha Stevens
- It arrived in the mail in a white envelope, just blue ink on simple white card stock standing a mere four inches tall. I called out to my office mates in excitement.
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Shelton & Caudle News
- What Next for BP and Big Oil Podcast with Tony Shelton
- What's Next for Industry after the Gulf Disaster? Blog post from Tony Shelton
- At some point, of course, the leak will be stopped, clean-up and reparations will be concluded, and the world will move on from this tragedy. But it's clear the energy industry will have to operate differently. The government will require it, and the public is demanding it.
- Shelton & Caudle Communication Training & Crisis Counsel Website
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 Vollmer's World
- Welcome the newest Vollmervillian Anthony Khalaf coming in at 9 lbs. and 6 oz! Congrats to Rachelle and Abe. Shhhhh. The parents are sleeping.
- New clients on board include Helix Energy Solutions, Texas Ballet Theater and Cayisa Jewlery.
- Welcome to Rice University Mentee Tiffany Gill and TCU student intern Kate Wilson, both in the Houston office.
- Former intern and recent University of Texas graduate Emily Kennedy joins our Austin office as an Assistant Account Executive.
- And for anyone keeping score on the Dallas office cooking competition, here is the latest update:
- Round One (Chocolate Chip Cookies) - Mattie Walker
- Round Two (Mac and Cheese) - Karen Marino
- Round Three (Salsa) - Vineetha Pathrose
- Round Four (Brownies) - Lindsay Stout
- Up Next - Chicken Salad
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 July Days
UV Safety Month, Blueberries Month, Cell Phone Courtesy Month, Dog Days, International Blondie and Deborah Harry Month, Family Reunion Month, Lasagna Awareness Month, National Baked Bean Month, National Child-Centered Divorce Month and National Culinary Arts Month. July is also when we observe Air-Conditioner Appreciation Days, Skyscraper Month, and National Unassisted Childbirth Month. Most important of all, stay well - the the highest percentage of fatal hospital errors happen in July!
July 4 USA Independence Day
July 5 P.T. Barnum born (1810)
July 13 MLB 81st All Star Game
July 14 Bastille Day
July 20 Neil Armstrong walks on the Moon (1969)
July 24 National Cowboy Day
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