FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  May 2, 2005

Pioneer Strategies' President Among Finalists for Outstanding Alumni Award

 
       RALEIGH – Pioneer Strategies president Frank Williams was among the finalists for the inaugural N.C. State University Department of Communication Outstanding Alumni Awards  Williams, a 1993 graduate of the department, was one of four finalists selected from among more than 20 nominees in the Public Relations concentration.  The two winners were Joseph Gaitens, APR, Vice President of Epley Associates and Demming Bass, former Vice President of Communications for the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.

       "I am humbled to be included among the finalists for the NCSU Communication Alumni Circle's Outstanding Alumni Awards,” said Williams.  “This department has produced a wealth of capable, qualified graduates."

       "I congratulate Demming and Joseph on their awards," Williams added.  "They are both accomplished professionals, and they were more than deserving of these awards.”

       Pioneer Strategies is a Raleigh-based Public Relations agency that provides small businesses and entrepreneurs with strategic Public Relations counsel and cost-effective communications services.  Pioneer's services and expertise include communications planning, media relations, campaign planning, community relations, special event planning, copywriting and speechwriting.  For more information call 919-833-4345 or visit www.pioneerstrategies.com. 

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