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DVL Announces Promotion of Cheryl Bak, New Hires Barbara Herd and Mallory Phillips

2010-07-29T19:25:00Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 29, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, announces the promotion of Cheryl Bak to assistant account executive, as well as the additions of Barbara Herd and Mallory Phillips as traffic and production manager and account service associate, respectively.

Bak joined DVL as an account service associate, completed the year-long program and currently works on accounts including Tractor Supply Company, the Elephant Sanctuary and the Metro Nashville Emergency Communications District (9-1-1) Board.

Herd joins the company as traffic and production manager, after working as client services manager in the marketing and communications department of United Way of Metropolitan Nashville and as a junior designer and traffic coordinator at David Paine + Partners. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting and print making from East Tennessee State University.

Phillips comes to DVL as an advertising account service associate following her graduation from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Arts in mass communications. She has held various internships within agencies in Nashville. Phillips works on accounts including Danville Regional Medical Center and Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc.

Mallory Phillips

2010-07-29T14:25:36Z

Mallory joined DVL as an advertising account service associate following her graduation from Middle Tennessee State University, where she served as homecoming director, a campus tour guide and was a student orientation assistant. She has held various internships within agencies in Nashville and currently works on accounts including Stones River Mall, Danville Regional Medical Center and Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc. B.S. Mass Communications, Middle Tennessee State University.

Barbara Herd

2010-07-19T18:05:16Z

Barbara joined DVL as the traffic and production manager after working with the marketing and communications department of United Way of Metropolitan Nashville as the creative services manager. She previously worked at David Paine + Partners and NDC, Inc., a national medical supply company. She has volunteered with the Park Center and Cumberland River Compact. B.F.A. Painting and Print Making, East Tennessee State University.

Education Innovation Under Way at Lipscomb University

2010-06-02T19:15:20Z

The world is speeding ahead at Lipscomb University, who wanted to share the exciting news with their friends and alumni. DVL created a campaign to showcase the innovations happening at Lipscomb in an interesting way.

The result was a series of ads called “Education Innovation.” Each captured the spirit of the university through the ongoing projects and programs. One touted the beneficence of the alumni and extended Lipscomb family for their generosity, which helped Lipscomb reach a donation goal a year ahead of schedule. Another spoke to Lipscomb’s desire to move toward sustainability, including a dedicated sustainability program as well as Tennessee’s very first LEED Gold certified academic building. The campaign went on to collect a bronze award for overall promotion at the Tennessee College Public Relations Association (TCPRA) 2010 Communication Awards competition.

DVL also created EducationInnovation.Lipscomb.edu. This site features each ad and other campaign information.

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Wins in District ADDY Competition, Moves to Nationals

2010-04-20T18:30:49Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 20, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, was awarded five District Seven ADDY Awards in the 2009 American Advertising Federation competition.

Among the awards are Gold and Silver ADDY wins for the Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue Poster Campaign and DVL’s own holiday card “A Season of Possibilities,” respectively. Another Silver ADDY win included one of the barbecue posters, “Come Check out our Loins.”

The ADDY Awards are the largest creative competition in the country with approximately 55,000 local entries competing in cities coast to coast. The district ADDYS are the step prior to the national competition, with Gold and Silver winners continuing to national judging.

“We have our client’s to thank for our award-winning work,” says agency partner and creative director, Nelson Eddy. “Their vision, leadership and trust in our creative ability allows us to do the work we do. Great work begins with great clients.”

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Announces Promotion of Kristin Hampel

2010-04-20T18:01:33Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 20, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, recently promoted Kristin Hampel to assistant account executive.

Hampel joined DVL as an intern, completed the year-long associate program and currently works on accounts including Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. and Johnston & Murphy. Prior to joining DVL, she completed internships with the Knoxville Area Chapter of the American Red Cross and Knoxville-based EdFinancial Services. Hampel received her Bachelor of Science in advertising with a focus in public relations and a double minor in business and Spanish from the University of Tennessee.

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Announces New Hires Becky Dotson and Kristin Robinson

2010-03-25T19:41:00Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 25, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, recently hired Becky Dotson as account supervisor and Kristin Robinson as account executive.

Dotson joins the DVL team after spending 15 years at two Nashville television stations determining news coverage and approach as an executive producer. She uses her knowledge and understanding of the media market and expertise in public relations to serve clients such as Bridgestone Americas, Inc., Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women, Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. and Healthcare Management Partners, LLC. She received her Bachelor of Science in mass communications from the University of Tennessee at Martin.

Robinson comes to DVL with extensive experience as a member of various corporate communications teams including Fox Entertainment Group, Lionsgate and Hallmark Channel. She began her career in communications with the Kellogg Company and Epson America. At DVL, she assists with clients such as Jack Daniels, Nestle Waters North America, Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. and Tractor Supply Company. She received her Bachelor of Arts in public relations with a minor in Spanish from the University of Michigan.

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Ranked Among the Nation’s Top PR Firms

2010-03-22T20:52:29Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 18, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, has moved into the top 50 of the nation’s independently owned PR firms, according to a recent edition of O’Dwyer’s Public Relations News. DVL moved up 21 spots to No.47 nationwide based on 2009 financial results, up from last year’s ranking of 68th based on 2008 figures.

O’Dwyer’s is a public relations industry trade journal, and for years the O’Dwyer’s organization has served as a respected resource for PR firm rankings, with its rankings based on audited financial statements provided by independent CPA firms.

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Announces New Hires Aileen Wark and Sean Williams

2010-03-17T16:18:42Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 17, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL), one of the Southeast’s leading public relations and advertising firms, recently hired Aileen Wark as account service associate and Sean Williams as associate designer.

Wark joins the DVL team from the Belmont University Office of Communications, where she served as an intern assisting with media relations and communications for the 2008 Presidential Town Hall Debate. She also interned with Senator Bob Corker’s (R-Tenn.) office. At DVL, she works with the Metro Nashville Emergency Communications District (9-1-1) Board and Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. accounts. She received her Bachelor of Science in public relations with a minor in political science from Belmont University.

Williams comes to the DVL team with a wide variety of education and experience. He previously worked in the media relations office of former Tennessee Gov. Don Sundquist and managed his own freelance design firm, Sean Creative. He volunteers with the Martha O’Bryan Center and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. He received his Bachelor of Arts in public relations from Harding University and has a Certificate Degree in graphic design from Watkins College of Art and Design.

Becky Dotson

2010-03-17T16:17:48Z

Becky’s joined DVL after spending 15 years at two Nashville television stations determining news coverage and approach as an executive producer. She uses her knowledge and understanding of the media market and expertise in public relations to serve clients such as Bridgestone Americas, Inc., Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women, Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. and Healthcare Management Partners, LLC. She also volunteers with the Mt. Juliet League. B.S. Mass Communications, University of Tennessee at Martin.

Kristin Robinson

2010-03-17T16:16:20Z

As a former member of the corporate communications teams for some of the top entertainment brands, including Fox Entertainment Group, Lionsgate and Hallmark Channel, Kristin specializes in media relations, internal communications, crisis communications and event management. She began her career in communications with the Kellogg Company and Epson America. At DVL, she assists with clients such as Jack Daniel’s, Nestle Waters North America and Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. B.A. Public Relations, minor in Spanish, University of Michigan.

Aileen Wark

2010-03-17T16:15:18Z

Aileen currently works on the Metro Nashville Emergency Communications District (9-1-1) Board and Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. accounts. Prior to joining the DVL team, she interned with Senator Bob Corker’s (R-Tenn.) office and with Belmont University’s Office of Communications, where she assisted with media relations and communications for the 2008 Presidential Town Hall debate. While attending Belmont, Aileen was also an active officer for the school’s PRSSA chapter. B.S. Public Relations, minor in political science, Belmont University.

Sean Williams

2010-03-17T16:14:15Z

Sean joined the DVL team with a wide variety of education and experience. He previously worked in the media relations office of former Tennessee Gov. Don Sundquist and managed his own freelance design firm, Sean Creative. Sean currently plays in several bands and volunteers with the Martha O’Bryan Center and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. B.A. Public Relations, Harding University. Certificate Degree in Graphic Design, Watkins College of Art and Design.

Martin Scoresafety Featured on SafetyScholars.com

2010-03-11T16:17:05Z

Since 2007, the Bridgestone Safety Scholars Contest has been providing an arena (and serious incentives) for young filmmakers to raise awareness of car safety. The short films are for teens and by teens—statistically the worst drivers.

DVL created SafetyScholars.com, a site where films are uploaded and then judged by the public. The top ten finalists receive a free set of Bridgestone or Firestone tires, and the top three grand-prize winners receive a $5,000 college scholarship.

This year, the Safety Scholars spokesman, Martin Scoresafety, shares his filmmaking talent with entrants by sharing tips on making better movies. The 2010 Safety Scholars Contest launched at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence Announces Promotion of Michael Graham, New Hire Charnell Thomas

2010-02-18T22:14:02Z

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 18, 2010) – Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (DVL) recently promoted Michael Graham to account service associate and hired Charnell Thomas as receptionist.

Graham previously served as an intern for account services. During his time at DVL, Graham has assisted on several accounts including the Franklin American Mortgage Music City Bowl, Johnston & Murphy and the Metro Nashville Emergency Communications District (9-1-1) Board. Prior to joining DVL, he interned for Scripps Networks and the University of Tennessee Athletic Department with the Lady Vols basketball team. He received his Bachelor of Science in public relations with a minor in business from the University of Tennessee.

Thomas joins DVL from Santa Monica, Calif., where she served as the receptionist for Dimensional Fund Advisors. She previously worked as the personal assistant to Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, where she provided direct support to the Duchess and her family. She has extensive experience interfacing with a variety of clients while managing complex company projects.