By Will Gregory, Intern from Penn State Abington Leza Raffel, president of The Communication Solutions Group and public relations professional, visited the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for a presentation catered to aid the business managers of school districts with communication strategies. The presentation was held in Norristown, Pa., this January. Raffel presented “Garnering Community Support for the 2023-2024 Budget: Why Communication is Critical.” A large talking point from the event was the importance of a …
Jared Lamberg Reflects on Hands-On Summer Internship
Starting a New Position Prior to starting my summer internship with The Communication Solutions Group, I had very little expectations. Although I was excited to start a new position, I was not very knowledgeable about what exactly I would be doing on a day-to-day basis for the company. Right when I walked in on my first day of work here at “ComSol,” a nickname for the company, I could already sense the family atmosphere, and …
Communication Solutions Welcomes PR & Social Media Specialist
The Communications Solutions Group welcomes Jessica Lis to the team as a Public Relations & Social Media Specialist. Jessica has a diverse background in writing and social media. She has experience copywriting for multiple businesses in Philadelphia, as well as running social media campaigns for nonprofits. Through blogging Jessica was able to increase website traffic for all of her clients. Her writing topics vary from covering emerging Health and Wellness trends to conducting interviews and …
Communication Solutions Group Adds PR Specialist
The Communication Solutions Group welcomes Michael Berman to the team as a Public Relations Specialist. “Michael is a talented addition to our team who jumped right in and has already secured great media coverage for his clients. I am thrilled to have him with us,” said President Leza Raffel. Michael brings a wide variety of experience to his new role. He has worked as an editor and print designer for a group of news publications …
Making the Most of My College Internship at Communication Solutions
By Jonathon Deddy, Intern It often seems like yesterday that I was a fresh-faced 18 year old at new student orientation at Penn State Abington. One part I vividly remember being said by an administrator was to, “take a good look around you and remember this day. In four years’ time, you will all be graduates!” Interning is a rite of passage for most recent college graduates, or those on the cusp of graduating, and …
Communication Solutions Group Welcomes Aryn Coblentz to Team
The Communications Solutions Group is pleased to welcome Aryn Coblentz to our full-service marketing firm as a Public Relations Associate. With experience in both consulting and internal communication, Aryn brings a unique array of skills to every project she tackles. Aryn previously worked at High Lantern Group, a consulting firm dedicated to furthering strategy and development for emerging health trends. She contributed to a wide range of projects and has applied that experience to the …
There’s a Story in Every Volunteer
My grandfather in a Lewis Township fire truck. By Emily White, Public Relations Associate My grandfather’s birthday was last month—Sunday, Oct. 25. He would have turned 84 years old. He died in March after a prolonged battle with several ailments. It broke us to see him go, but even more heartbreaking were the months before, where we saw his ability to do the things he loved dwindle. I know that tortured him, too. My grandfather …
Communication Solutions Group Adds Two New Employees to the Team
The Communication Solutions Group welcomes Linda Plessett to the team as Office Manager and Emily White as Public Relations Associate. Linda is replacing the current Manager of Special Projects, Nicole Modrell, who is retiring at the end of September and has been training Linda since late August. “As we approach our 30th year in businesses, it is exciting to welcome in talented new additions to our team with innovative ideas and diverse experiences,” said President Leza …
Learning from the Pros during COVID-19: Summer 2020 Reflection
By Leo Nye, Writing Intern Working in-person at an office with others is normally nothing special, but I feel very grateful for my internship this summer with The Communication Solutions Group amidst a global pandemic that left most of my friends stuck at home. I utilized my skills as a writer and my creativity to conduct interviews, come up with unique branding ideas and design marketing materials. I compiled photos, proofread documents and sat in …
Testimonials Provide Credibility and Impact to Advertisements
In a marketplace saturated with advertising of all kinds, word of mouth – information passed from person to person – remains one of the most precise, personal and powerful forms of advertising. When you have satisfied customers, they often recommend your product or services to others; however, word of mouth alone won’t help your business grow overnight. So how can you harness the power of satisfied customers and use it to your best advantage? Consider …