FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  July 26, 2005

Pioneer Strategies' Frank Williams named

Public Relations Chair of Strike for Survival

RALEIGH – Frank Williams, president of Raleigh-based Pioneer Strategies, has been named Public Relations Chair of Strike for Survival, a September 16 bowling competition that will benefit the American Cancer Society. 

“Cancer has touched my extended family and my circle of friends more than once,” says Williams.  “I am thankful for this opportunity to support the American Cancer Society’s work to fight this disease.”

“Frank Williams and Pioneer Strategies have been instrumental in promoting this event,” says Bob Liddle, the lead organizer of Strike for Survival.  “Their efforts have helped us generate the publicity needed to make this fundraiser a success.”

About Strike for Survival

Strike for Survival will be held on Friday, September 16 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Lanes, located at 5501 Commercial Avenue in Raleigh.  Pleasant Valley Lanes can be reached by phone at (919) 783-0080 or via the web at http://pleasantvalleylanes.amfcenters.com.  Those interested in sponsoring Strike for Survival or registering as a bowler can do so at www.strikeforsurvival.com. 

About Pioneer Strategies

Pioneer Strategies is a Raleigh-based Public Relations agency that provides small and mid-sized businesses and non-profit organizations 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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