A Message from Larry Ceisler
The message of this month’s newsletter is straightforward: We want to tell everyone how much we appreciate our clients.
At Ceisler Media we have the privilege of representing companies that operate on a global level and others whose interests don’t extend beyond local limits. We get to help good causes amplify their message. We work hand-in-hand with professional associations seeking to improve things for their members.
I still love the work after all these years, and know I can say the same for our team members in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg. The last year has created challenges for many of our clients, and we’ve been proud to be with them as they move forward.
As you scroll down, you’ll read a sampling of short testimonials that Ceisler people wrote about just some of those with whom we partner. And we spun a few into longer stories.
Senior Vice President Kirk Dorn authored a compelling blog about strong leaders he gets to work with. Kirk focuses most on Aaron Walton, the outstanding President of Cheyney University. Given that this is Black History Month, Cheyney’s rank as the nation’s first Historically Black College makes the timing of Kirk’s piece particularly relevant.
Sam Gorodetzer, one of our associates, writes about his exciting experience working with Independence Blue Cross as it developed the innovative “Well City Challenge” program. And Senior Account Executive Drew Murren explains the coalition-building and messaging we’ve accomplished with The Immigration Hub, an organization looking for humane, commonsense solutions to fix America’s broken immigration system.
You’ll also find my Q&A with some up-to-the-minute political analysis after a monumental month in that realm.
And be sure to click on the fun animation at the bottom of this newsletter, which tells you some of the new books our team members have enjoyed reading this winter. You might discover one you’ll like as well.
Give it a read and let me know your thoughts. And, from all of us at Ceisler Media, stay safe.
Why We Love Our Clients
At Ceisler Media we’re proud to work with companies, associations and causes of all sizes and varied industries. Here is what our team members have to say about a sampling of the good people we represent:
Our work with Entercom started as they were relocating their national headquarters and all their local stations in Philadelphia to 2400 Market Street. Our work together touched on one of our strongest attributes – the relationships we have that allowed us to highlight this transformational moment in the company’s history. Our work continues the nation’s No. 1 creator of live original, local audio content as we help spotlight their continued work in the communities they represent. – Kate Wilhelm
The state’s charitable food network has been in overdrive since the start of the pandemic to meet the surging demand among individuals and families who have been affected by the economic slowdown caused by COVID-19. Hunger-Free Pennsylvania and its members on average are serving 2.4 million Pennsylvanians each month, many of them turning to food banks for the very first time. – Kurt Knaus
Capital Region Water’s innovative approach to stormwater management will improve the health of local waterways in and around Harrisburg, restore failing infrastructure in the capital city, and beautify neighborhoods through community greening projects. – Kurt Knaus
From the first days of COVID-19, Ben Franklin Technology Partners and its clients have worked around the clock to improve the human condition and address critical challenges – from treatments and testing to logistics and other support mechanisms. These include mobilizing or retooling manufacturing to produce medical supplies and products keeping people healthy and safe. Recognizing the agility of early-stage technology, the state tagged Ben Franklin to help launch the “Pennsylvania Manufacturing Call to Action Portal,” rapidly mobilizing innovative manufacturers to produce critical medical products in response to the virus. – Michael Rodriguez
The Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority brings a different kind of communications theme: How do you preserve and rebuild affordable housing in one of the most expensive housing markets in the country? To help them demonstrate the demand, we recently promoted the opening of their waiting list, in which they received 45,000 applications in a city of 160,000 residents. We look forward to continuing to promote ARHA’s well-planned programs to serve low-income and working families. – Kirk Dorn
When Cheyney University became a client of Ceisler Media, I was proud to be chosen for the team working with the institution. Yes, it’s because it is America’s oldest HBCU. To me that meant being part of something with deep historical roots. Of great significance is that in 2019, many people thought because of its serious financial woes, Cheyney University’s life was over. Cheney’s resurgence changed that. I’m proud to have played a role in that. – Larry Miller
Our Staff Recommendations
We asked Ceisler Media team members to name a good book they discovered while passing the time at home. Here are some of their favorite reads—which we think you may enjoy as well.