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Nonprofit needs ideas for marketing training programs

Deborah Avens of Temple Hills, MD writes: Virtuous Enterprises, Inc. is a nonprofit devoted to transforming lives of underserved women and girls in the Washington, D.C. area through training and development. Our programs include training in computer science, engineering and computer information systems; a 16-week program for women who want to become entrepreneurs; and a… Read More

Harpist needs computer tips to save time—and her hands

Anne Roos of South Lake Tahoe, CA, writes: “I am really struggling with time management. I’m a professional musician and a published author, working on two upcoming CDs, live performances, and an upcoming book.” “I am also very physically active, taking classes in the martial arts. These activities all involve practice/rehearsal and being offline… Read More

Help Texas border town promote itself despite violence nearby

Nancy S. Millar, director of the convention and visitors bureau in McAllen, Texas, writes: “I have a doozy. Our great little city in the southernmost part of Texas is on the border with Mexico, which is having terrible problems now with violence, though we’re fine on this side of the border. But that’s not what… Read More

Help a PR expert promote her social media services

Jennifer Melnick Carota, aka The Gift Therapist, of Pittsburgh, Pa., writes: “I have recently launched a new business, Virtual PR 101, that specializes in affordable social media marketing strategy, promotion, and coaching for small businesses and nonprofits. “Services are provided a la carte, and range from basic blog set-up to the full development and… Read More

Ideas needed on how to promote an expert on mold

Susan Murphy of Pleasant Ridge, MI writes: I’m looking for some interesting avenues in which to promote our client, an environmental scientist who specializes in toxic mold education, detection and remediation. Connie Morbach, M.S. CHMM CIE, is a respected national authority in indoor air quality (IAQ) who has performed over 10,000 residential/commercial air tests and… Read More

How to promote a speaker on anti-Semitism?

Judith Bron of Spring Valley, N.Y. writes: ” It is no secret that anti-Semitism is at its highest pinnacle since the end of World War II. “Jews are the longest surviving civilization on the face of the earth. I’d like to get onto the paid speaking circuit and speak about this topic: “In spite of… Read More

‘Refired Not Retired Day’ needs promotion ideas

Phyllis May of Key West, FL, writes: “March 1 is my day in Chase’s Calendar of Events. It’s ‘Refired not Retired Day’ and it’s also the title of my book. It’s a humoprous book that shows people how to make the most of life after retirement. “Might your Publicity Hounds have suggestions for things I can suggest for… Read More

Ideas for promoting children’s book on inappropriate touching?

Jill Starishevsky of New York, NY writes: “I am a prosecutor of child abuse and sex crimes in New York City. I wrote a children’s book called My Body Belongs to Me to teach children that if someone touches them inappropriately, they should tell a parent or teacher right away. “In a non-threatening, engaging manner, this guide… Read More

Publicity dilemma? Let Publicity Hound readers help—for free

Struggling to find a good story idea to pitch to the business reporter at your daily newspaper? Wondering how to use your Facebook Fan page to promote your product or service? Trying to catch the attention of the editors at Oprah’s magazine? Help is on the way. Actually, it’s called “Help This Hound,” and it’s one… Read More