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Audrey Stone named co-president of American Advertising Federation of Tallahassee

Tuesday, April 06, 2010

Moore Consulting Group Senior Account Executive Audrey Stone was recently elected to serve as co-president of the American Advertising Federation-Tallahassee (AAF-T) chapter for the 2009-2010 board year. Audrey has served on the board of directors for three terms and co-chaired the organization’s most high-profile event, the ADDY® Award competition, for two years. She also served on the program and media auction committees for the last two board terms.

Audrey will work with the AFF-T board and members to ensure the organization continues to educate and engage the Tallahassee communications community through monthly meetings, special events and professional development opportunities. Tod Thomas of Thomas, Duran & Associates will also be serving as co-president for the 2009-2010 board year.

Shannon Colavecchio joins Moore Consulting Group team

Monday, April 05, 2010

Moore Consulting Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Shannon Colavecchio as director to our award-winning communications team. Colavecchio comes to Moore Consulting Group from the St. Petersburg Times, where she served as a reporter covering politics and education from the Times' state bureau in Tallahassee. She previously worked in Gov. Charlie Crist's communications office as deputy press secretary and speechwriter. Colavecchio’s areas of expertise include media relations, community relations, legislative affairs, education, and fitness and health.

“Shannon’s experience within media and within state politics and communications are a great asset to the Moore team,” said Karen Moore, CEO and founder of Moore Consulting Group. “We look forward to the strong skills and energy she brings to the firm and our partners and clients.”

A Florida native, Colavecchio covered a broad range of topics while working for the state’s top newspaper. She reported on everything from local and state law enforcement to K-12 education and the state university system. She was part of the Times’ Capital bureau, the largest and most highly regarded source for state news. It was Colavecchio’s reputation for fairness, accuracy and enthusiasm that helped her secure a valued post within Gov. Crist’s administration. Her energy and dedication extends to the Tallahassee community she calls home. Colavecchio mentors for Leon County Schools, and she is a certified indoor cycling instructor and personal trainer, leading boot camps and classes and authoring a popular fitness blog.

Moore Consulting Group nets seven Image Awards

Thursday, April 01, 2010

The hard work of Moore Consulting Group's accounting servicing team was recognized last night at the annual Capital Chapter Image Awards, where the Florida Public Relations Association recognized the firm with seven awards for outstanding public relations programs, including:

- American Lung Association “BreatheIn” Newsletter/Image Award
- Ford Motor Company’s My Key Tour/Award of Distinction
- Lilly: Access to Mental Health Services Training Program/Award of Distinction
- Employ Florida Banner Centers: Rebranding Toolkit/Award of Distinction
- The U.S. Chamber: North Carolina Campaign for Responsible Health Reform/Award of Distinction
- Amylin/Lilly State Cards/Award of Distinction
- FPRA Roast and Toast/Judges’ Award