Released on: July 3, 2008, 8:37 am

Press Release Author: Cindy Stranad

Industry: Marketing

Press Release Summary: Articulon, a Raleigh-based branding and public relations firm
received three awards at the 2008 Sir Walter Raleigh Awards for Excellence in
Communication held on June 24.

Press Release Body: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Articulon Wins Best in Division at Sir Walter Raleigh Awards

RALEIGH, N.C. (July 3, 2008) - Articulon, a Raleigh-based branding and public
relations firm, received three Sir Walter Raleigh Awards for work performed on
behalf of clients. The awards were presented by the Raleigh Public Relations Society
(RPRS) on June 24, and judged by an independent group of professionals from the
Sacramento Public Relations Association.

Two awards were for WCPE - TheClassicalStation.org's campaign supporting public
radio. Articulon captured the Gold for receiving national media coverage in the news
release writing category. The same release obtained the Best in Division award, the
highest honor given. It was achieved by receiving the overall top score from six
categories within the public relations writing division.

In the special events category, Articulon won Honorable Mention for creative and
program execution of the John Rex Endowment 2007 Hands of Health Award Breakfast.

"We are honored to be recognized for the strategic and measurable PR programs," said
Cindy Stranad, principal of Articulon.

The Sir Walter Raleigh Awards for Excellence in Communication are presented by RPRS
and held annually to honor work by North Carolina communication professionals. The
competition recognizes those who have achieved excellence in the field.

About Articulon:
Based in Raleigh, Articulon delivers branded marketing and PR programs that are
commercially intelligent and targeted to drive results. With a hands-on approach,
every campaign is custom built to meet client objectives based on our commitment to
strategy, creativity and responsiveness. Inspired to gain results, Articulon helps
clients to break through the abundance of noise with a brand and a focused message
that creates a connection to their audience. Articulon works with professional
service-based companies with a need to increase visibility and organizations that
promote advocacy and cause related health initiatives. Work has been completed for
emerging brands and fortune 500 organizations including: Panera Bread, AKC, Defond
North America, The Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina, WCPE-
TheClassicalStation.org, Helms Mulliss Wicker, HumanCentric, Sustainable North
Carolina, and Saks Fifth Ave. Visit www.articulon.com or call (919) 232-5008.

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Web Site: http://www.articulon.com

Contact Details: Media Contact:
Cindy Stranad
919-232-5008
cindy@articulon.com