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Arketi Group’s Neumeier Named President-Elect of Nation's Second Largest PRSA Chapter
ATLANTA – March 12, 2008 – Arketi Group Principal Mike Neumeier, APR, has been elected to serve as President for the Georgia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA|GA) for calendar year 2009. In 2007, Neumeier served as Treasurer, and in 2006, he was Secretary for the PRSA|GA board of directors.
“Being elected as the next PR professional to lead the nation's second largest PRSA chapter is a great honor and responsibility I take very seriously,” said Neumeier. “PRSA|GA provides a tremendous opportunity for public relations professionals, both new to the industry and seasoned veterans, to continue to grow professionally. The organization also provides a huge networking opportunity for PR pros throughout Georgia.”
The Georgia chapter of PRSA is the second largest chapter nationwide, boasting nearly 1,000 professionals throughout the state.
Being selected as president-elect of PRSA|GA is a reflection of Neumeier’s commitment to the profession of public relations. Neumeier was recognized in 2003 by PR News’ “15-to-watch” list. He has served on numerous national and local PRSA committees. Additionally, Neumeier is a member of the University of Florida Department of Public Relations Advisory Council, the Kennesaw State University board and has more than 50 industry awards to his credit, including a two PRSA Bronze Anvil awards to his credit and eight Phoenix Awards from the PRSA|GA chapter.
The 2009 PRSA|GA board of directors include:- President – Renee Kopkowski, director of public relations, Mars North America
- Secretary – Timothy L. Hussey, APR, director of marketing, Emory School of Law, and
- Treasurer – Karla G. Harvill, APR, director-internal communications, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation
About Arketi Group
Atlanta-based Arketi Group is a marketing and public relations firm that helps business-to-business technology organizations generate revenue and accelerate growth through intelligent strategy, public relations, messaging, branding and demand generation. Arketi helps companies focus on what really matters: first, craft and deliver a compelling message that resonates with the market; then, create an environment where Sales has what it needs to sell. Clients such as bigWebApps, bSocial Networks, Cbeyond, Convergys, Flo Healthcare, FOCUS LLC, Georgia Tech Research Institute and Virtual Premise benefit from Arketi’s core belief that marketing generates revenue. For more information, call 404-929-0091 ext. 210 or visit www.arketi.com.
About PRSA|GA
A\PRSA|GA's mission is to enhance the profession, provide continuing education and offer networking opportunities for its members. The Chapter has monthly meetings as well as nine Special Interest Groups (Employee Communications, Government/Military Affairs, Healthcare, Independent Counselors, Leader Board, Nonprofit, Technology, Travel & Tourism, and Young Professionals) that meet at various times. For more information visit www.prsageorgia.org.
