FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 14, 2008
BAKER PUBLIC RELATIONS CONTINUES TO GROW WITH THE ADDITION OF NEW CLIENTS AND NEW STAFF
Albany, N.Y. - Megan Baker is taking her public relations firm to new levels with the addition of a new Account Executive and an increase in clientele.
Baker is proud to announce that Deanna N. Fox, of Delanson, N.Y., has joined Baker PR, a new and quickly growing public relations firm located at 761 Madison Avenue, Albany, N.Y. Deanna comes to Baker PR with extensive education and background in government relations and non-profit organizations. Her past experience includes fundraising and advocacy for local and national charities, and work in policy and lobbying. Deanna has implemented several marketing and operational plans for past clients, and continues to use her skills at Baker PR to sufficiently convey the client's message. Deanna is a National award winner and an active member of the Capital Region community.
With its newly expanded base, Baker PR welcomes the business of Aremac Holdings and State Street Advisers. Aremac Holdings, formerly National Graphic Supply, has roots in Albany extending back to 1927 and services the needs of photography, medical and scientific industries. National Law Enforcement Supply, a division of Aremac, focuses on the sale of forensic and law enforcement supplies to local, state and federal agencies.
State Street Advisers, a government affairs firm with offices in Albany, Uniondale, N.Y. and Stamford, C.T., has also joined Baker PR. Founded by former public official and entrepreneur Keith D. Sernick, State Street Advisers counsels corporations and local governments in legislative and financial issues. State Street Advisers enhances the efforts of its clientele by providing guidance on topics that are often overlooked, linking the actions of State politics to the affairs of individual clients. Baker PR is happy to work with both businesses and enhance their public relations and marketing needs.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 10, 2008
Salvation Army Albany, Ronald McDonald House & St. Peter's Health Care Sponsor 2008 BECAUSE WE CARE Health and Family Expo
500 Backpacks To Be Distributed To Youth
ALBANY - The Salvation Army of the Capital Region and Ronald McDonald House Charities will present the 2008 BECAUSE WE CARE Summer Health and Family Expo from August 12 through August 23. The program will run from 11am to 7pm on Tuesday to Friday, August 12-15 and August 19-22. On Saturdays, August 16 and 23, it will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All activities will be held at The Salvation Army, 20 South Ferry Street, Albany.
"This annual program is focused on ensuring that at-risk children have the opportunity to begin the school year healthy, happy and focused on achievement," said Major Lydia Pearson, commanding officer of The Salvation Army, Albany Area Services.
Services to be provided will include: Family Health Screenings by St. Peter's Health Care Services; Enrollment into public health care programs by Fidelis Care; Children's Dental Health Screenings and Fluoride Treatments by the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Program operated by St. Peter's Health Care Services; Healthy Living and Eating programs presented by The Salvation Army, New York State Education Children's Nutrition Program, Hannaford, Regional Food Bank of NENY, and American Cancer Society.
Five hundred backpacks with school supplies and clothes will be distributed to participating youth courtesy of Fidelis Care, The Salvation Army, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and St. Peter's Health Care Dental Services.
In addition, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York together with NYS Education's Summer Food Program will provide breakfast (9:30 a.m-11:30 a.m.) and dinners (4 p.m.-7p.m.) for all youth ages 3-18 each day of the expo. Local Creative Arts organization, Albany Barn, Inc./Rock2Rebuild will feature acoustic performances by Capital Region musicians each day from 12pm-1pm. Radio Disney Family-friendly games and activities sponsored by Fidelis Care will run Thursday to Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All community and corporate friends are welcome to attend the lunch time concert.
For health screenings and treatment appointments, call Stacey Busby at 337-3569. For additional event information, call Felix Perez of The Salvation Army at 463-6678 Ext. 17.
Participating organizations include The Salvation Army Albany Area Services, Ronald McDonald House Charities, St. Peter's Health Care Services, Fidelis Care, Albany Barn, Inc/Rock2Rebuild, Radio Disney, Talk1300 Radio, Albany Partnership for Safe Families, The City of Albany, Hannaford, Hannay Reels, Fenimore Asset Management, American Cancer Society, Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, NYS Education Department Children's Nutrition Program, Key Bank, Capital District Physicians' Health Plan, and Baker Public Relations.