Gerald Cassidy of Cassidy & Associates

This man gave me my first real job. Loved working for his firm.
I truly loved the time I spent at Cassidy & Associates. He is a pioneer in his field and by hearing him talk, you know why.

Branding Nations: Kenya

My friend Dane Kiambi has written an interesting article on Kenya's efforts to utilize public relations to reshape how it is viewed by outsiders. A good analysis of what public relations can and can't do.

Plank Center 2010 Fellowship for Educators

This Plank Center is a really innovative place. This year, they are offering a fellowship for pr professors (assistant, associate, professors). If you are a professor, I would recommend applying.

Deadline is early March. Application materials are on the website below.

http://www.plankcenter.ua.edu/

The lady who runs it is very organized and answers questions promptly which is refreshing.

Hence, it is worth spending your time applying.

Good luck in the new year.

Owen