Michael Cummings, Tate/Cummings, has been named Vice Chair of ASAE’s Communication Section Council.
Nicole Millman-Falk, CAE, President, Millman-Falk Communications, has been retained by the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA) as its Advertising Manager. Millman-Falk serves as Editorial/Production Manager for two AGPA newsletters—The Group Circle and Group Assets.
The Telly Awards has named the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) as a Silver winner in the 36th Annual Telly Awards for the organization’s Here for the Making: PHL & The African American Experience in the Online Video-Travel/Tourism category. The PHLCVB is also the Bronze winner for PHL: Here for the Making in the same division. With nearly 12,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries, the award is the highest honor bestowed by the Silver Telly Council.In February 2014, the PHLCVB, the City of Philadelphia, and sales, marketing, business and economic development organizations from across the region came together to launch the city’s first joint attraction campaign, PHL: Here for the Making, aimed at strengthening Greater Philadelphia’s position as a world-class destination for business gatherings, expansion, talent attraction and global tourism. From groundbreaking discoveries to history changing conventions, the campaign highlights Philadelphia as a place where people from all backgrounds can pursue their goals and dreams. One of the key elements used by partners in the campaign is the PHL: Here for the Making video, which highlights the compelling stories about the individuals and businesses making great things in the city and region. As a component of this campaign, the Multicultural Affairs Congress (PHLDiversity), a division of the PHLCVB, created the video Here for the Making: PHL & The African American Experience, which highlights the African-American attractions and organizations that continuously bolster Philadelphia’s multicultural hospitality and tourism industry. Serving as a marketing tool for attracting diverse conventions, conferences, meetings and trade shows, the video has been used by PHLCVB’s sales team and by the featured attractions themselves in their marketing efforts, as Philadelphia continues to increase its share of America’s booming international tourism industry. The Telly Awards recognizes outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, video and film productions, and online commercials, video and films.
Kellen Company has been retained by the New England Society in the City of New York (NES) for full-service management. NES is one of the oldest social and charitable organizations in the country, founded 210 years ago to promote friendship, charity and mutual assistance among and on behalf of New Englanders living in New York. Two signature programs are the NES Scholarship Program to assist New York City students at New England colleges and universities and the annual New England Society Book Awards, which recognizes books of merit that honor New England and its culture. Peter Rush, Kellen Chairman and CEO, announced that NES will operate new headquarters out of the company’s Manhattan office in midtown.
Claire Rosenzweig, CAE, President/CEO at the Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan New York, Hudson Valley, and Long Island, published blog piece on Nepal Earthquake Donation Tips, which included a list of BBB-accredited charities and tips.
Matt Schechter, National Sales Director, San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau, reports that San Diego's special lifestyle, creative talent, and technological innovation are featured in National Geographic Channel's new documentary, World's Smart Cities: San Diego. One of only four cities chosen worldwide, and the only U.S. city to be included, San Diego is showcased through interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and lifestyle luminaries. The film takes audiences on a personal journey through San Diego's culture, spectacular locations, and future growth plans for the region.
Eric Szymanski, Senior Sales Manager, Walt Disney World, celebrated his fourth anniversary in that position.
Jeffrey Tenenbaum, Esq., Partner and Chair of the Nonprofits Organizations Practice, Venable LLP, and recipient of NYSAE’s 2015 Outstanding Associate Member Award, celebrated his 15th anniversary at Venable.