Wednesday, September 29, 2010

AMA Speaker - Monday, October 4th

American Marketing Association

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AMA SPEAKER EVENT

Natalie and Crystal from PNC

Monday October 4th


8:30 p.m. in the Food Court

Natalie Cooper and Crystal McDonald are coming from PNC to give advice and will also be at the career fair!  They are specifically looking for potential interns.

Dr. Maher's students learn NVivo software




Thursday, September 23, 2010

AMA Mixer at Consol Energy Center

Fall Kickoff Event

Join the Pittsburgh AMA and top marketing professionals as we kickoff the fall lineup of events at the CONSOL Energy Center.
Learn about CONSOL Energy's local branding initiatives while enjoying drinks, hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction and lively networking at one of the hottest new venues in Pittsburgh.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
CONSOL Energy Center, Upper Concourse

Jerry Richey, EVP and Chief Counsel at CONSOL Energy, will be speaking about the branding challenges of their increased local presence. Admission price also includes two drinks, hors d'oeuvres and a tour of CONSOL Energy Center. A silent auction featuring Penguins and Pittsburgh sports memorabilia will take place throughout what promises to be a memorable night!

Silent Auction Items Include:

Dan Marino signed 16x20, Evgeni Malkin signed jersey, Evgeni Malkin signed jersey collage, Franco Harris signed football, Heath Miller signed 8x10,
Hines Ward signed jersey # collage, Jack Lambert signed 16x20,
James Harrison signed 8x10, Joe Greene signed Coke Photo,
Marc-Andre Fleury signed 16x20, Max Talbot signed 16x20,
Rashard Mendenhall signed jersey, Sidney Crosby signed jersey,
Terry Bradshaw signed football, and Troy Polamalu signed jersey

$40 - Members/$65 - Non Members/$30 - Students (with valid I.D.)

To register visit http://www.amapittsburgh.org/

Jerry Richey is Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief Legal Officer of CONSOL Energy and CNX Gas Company. In that role, Mr. Richey oversees the legal function at Consol Energy.

In addition to these responsibilities, Mr. Richey leads the Government Relations, Investor Relations, Public Relations and Human Resources efforts of the company.

2010/2011 SPONSORS:
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HJ Heinz /Pipitone Group /.PPG /.Comcast Spotlight / Pittsburgh Business Times.. .
Ditto Document Solutions / Hughie's Audio Visual Productions / JA Interactive
Email Marketing by BrandMill

Next Meeting of the AMA

American Marketing Association

Next Meeting:

Tuesday, September 28th

Hale 207 at 5:15 p.m.

AMA Car Wash - Saturday

Come support the American Marketing Association!!!

CAR WASH

Saturday, September 25th

10-2 at Walgreen's on University Blvd.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

AMA Speaker - September 20, 2010

FIRST FALL SPEAKER

David from Optimal Brand Development
Monday, September 20, 2010
8:30 p.m. in the Food Court

Optimal Brand Development has Internship Opportunities

Sponsored by the RMU American Marketing Association

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Internship Opportunity with ChemImage Corporation

Marketing Intern Job Description
Company Description
Chemlmage Corporation is a technology company that develops, manufactures and markets high performance scientific instrumentation and provides analytical services to analyze various types of materials. The strategic focus at Chemlmage is centered on solution development, which is based on unique knowledge, comprehensive and application experience with material characterization technology known as Chemical Imaging.
ChemImage develops turnkey instrumentation for the forensic industry and stat- of-the-art technology platforms used for defense and security applications. In addition, analytical services and consulting are provided to the pharmaceutical, forensic and material science industries. ChemImage also houses a biomedical research group dedicated to developing a Raman chemical imaging diagnostic tool to assist with determination of cancer progression.

Job Description
ChemImage is seeking a marketing intern who is available on site for at 20+ hours per week to assist with activities including:
• Tradeshow planning for Q3-4, reviewing 2011 tradeshow options
• Event planning – Special Interest Group for Q1 2011
• Collateral development for ChemImage and new services company called Gateway Analytical
• Email marketing for e-newsletters, tradeshow announcements, landing page copy
• Review and analysis of metrics of email and landing pages
• Social media marketing implementation
• Support of marketing research – searching and reviewing secondary information sources

Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of education toward bachelor’s degree with a concentration in marketing
• Excellent people skills and an upbeat and enthusiastic attitude
• Requires strong written and verbal communications
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Strong computer skills
• Superior professionalism and judgment
• Ability to effectively handle a variety of assignments simultaneously
• Does not require technical knowledge, training will be provided as required for job function

Resumes and cover letter should be emailed to Linda Batykefer, Marketing Manager, at batykefer@chemimage.com .