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May 19, 2014

Staten Island Social Media, E-Marketing, Blog Package

Relevant Public Relations offers cost-effective digital marketing for businesses on a budget STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Want to grow your business  or professional practice? You can begin attracting new customers/clients now with the “Relevant PR  Search Engine Optimized! SOCIAL MEDIA, E-BLASTING BLOG PACKAGE” The program features a combination  of public relations and marketing strategies designed to enhance your brand, […]
May 5, 2014

Victory State Bank Experiences $27.4M Jump In Total Assets

Annual stockholders’ meeting highlights growth of Staten Island, N.Y.’s only community-based commercial bank  Staten Island, N. Y. (May 5, 2014) – An upbeat mood filled Victory State Bank headquarters April 22, as stockholders received a favorable 2013 roundup from the financial company’s holding company, VSB Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQB: VSBN). “We are pleased with the results of our […]
May 2, 2014

3 Business-Fostering Programs Highlighted By SBDC During Island Conference

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (May 2, 2014)  — A seminar presented by the Staten Island Small Business Development Center during the Staten Island Economic Development Corp. business conference on April 30 showcased three programs of importance to the borough’s economic engine: Staten Island MakerSpace, START-UP NY, and the Small Business Development Center at the College of Staten […]
March 21, 2014

New York Business Conference To Highlight Strategies For Working With Global Real Estate Buyers, Sellers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2014  Steve Brown, president of the National Association of Realtors®, and John (Janno) Lieber, president, World Trade Center Properties, are among those who will speak at the Manhattan Association of Realtors® Global Real Estate Symposium on March 26 NEW YORK — The Manhattan Association of Realtors® (MANAR) will mark its […]
March 20, 2014

Relevant Public Relations Chosen To Market Brand Of Staten Island Small Business Development Center

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Relevant Public Relations LLC has been retained by the Staten Island Small Business Development Center (SI SBDC) in a mission to enhance community awareness of the organization’s free business-mentoring services. “Former business journalist Bart Horowitz and his firm, Relevant Public Relations, are talented, creative and dependable, with a solid handle on commerce […]
March 19, 2014

Staten Island Board of Realtors Honors ‘Top Producers’

Daylong trade show begins with Awards breakfast (FOR MORE PHOTOS, ClICK HERE TO  VISIT THE STATEN ISLAND BOARD OF REALTORS ON FACEBOOK) Staten Island, N.Y. – The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) honored its best achieving members on March 13 during the group’s annual Top Producer Awards Breakfast. The event, sponsored by Continental Home Loans […]
March 19, 2014

'Start Your Business' Social Media Campaign Helps New Companies Launch in Just 6 Weeks

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  –  Would-be entrepreneurs  are about to have one more way to start living the dream of owning their own business as America’s SBDC and small business expert Rhonda Abrams launched the Six-Week Start-Up Campaign on March 17. Through social media outlet Facebook, the campaign will provide entrepreneurs with information, advice, and resources they […]
January 15, 2014

3 Reasons To Be Cautious When Launching A Facebook Page For Your Business

Relevant Public Relations points to a common error made by entrepreneurs on the popular social media site STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Most business owners and professionals are eager to utilize Facebook as a marketing tool for their enterprise. But regardless of whether your business or professional practice is new or long established, you shouldn’t jump onto the […]
December 20, 2013

New MLS Vendor is Embraced By Manhattan Association of Realtors®

Agreement with RealtyMX will allow Manhattan MLS members exclusive access to IDX  NEW YORK (Dec. 20, 2013) – The Manhattan Association of Realtors (MANAR) has inked a deal with New York City-based RealtyMX to be MANAR’s MLS technology partner. The agreement was announced at MANAR’s Holiday Party on Dec. 16, at the Gotham Comedy Club, Manhattan. […]
December 3, 2013

Staten Island, N.Y.-based Registered Nurse Marks 3 Decades of Providing Skincare, Permanent Hair Removal, Holistic Healthcare

Marina’s Advanced Skincare offers a wide variety of wellness-oriented therapies and programs for adults, children, and even pets STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (Dec. 3, 2013) — Marina DiStefano is celebrating her 30th anniversary as a pioneer of modern-day holistic-health services on Staten Island. Now marking the first anniversary of its new location, her practice includes an affordable range of […]
November 26, 2013

5 Ways To Avoid Having The Stuffing Knocked Out Of Your Business After Black Friday

Staten Island, N.Y-based Relevant Public Relations offers brand-building guidance NEW YORK – With Thanksgiving just days away, major retailers are focusing their sites on Black Friday. Unable to compete with the marketing budgets of industry giants, however, many smaller enterprises are gearing up for a bit of consumer recognition a day later, on Small Business Saturday. […]
November 12, 2013

Relevant Public Relations Spotlights SEO Ailment and Cure

‘Keyword stuffing’ can cause the ranking of a business Website to slide NEW YORK — A business recently hired Relevant Public Relations to solve a problem that required immediate attention: Despite being among the best in its specific industry, the company’s Search Engine Optimization (SEO) was faltering with a Website that was losing ground to competitors. […]
August 23, 2013

In Business? Consider the Law Before Posting on Facebook, Twitter or Elsewhere

Always regard regulatory compliance as a vital ingredient of successful marketing By Barton Horowitz, President,  Relevant Public Relations NEW YORK – If you own an enterprise tied to the real estate or mortgage industries, make certain you understand your legal responsibilities regarding the marketing of your brand. According to the Federal Trade Commission, “… If your real […]
August 15, 2013

Relevant PR Suggests 5 Ways to Keep Your Customers Coming Back

STATEN ISLAND,  N.Y. — Excellent customer/client retention and referrals are essential ingredients of a growing, successful brand. Whether you run a professional practice, restaurant, retail business or manufacturing facility, there are a number of crucial steps you should take to ensure your customers or clients remain happy and loyal. Here is a checklist of what you […]
August 14, 2013

Relevant Public Relations of NYC Chosen to Represent North Carolina’s Iconic Provence Restaurant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MONDAY, AUGUST 14, 2013   Relevant Public Relations of NYC Chosen to Represent North Carolina’s Iconic Provence Restaurant Popular regional French and Mediterranean Eatery in Carrboro, N.C., is co-owned and operated by renowned Executive Chef Baptist Knaven  NEW YORK – Provence, the iconic regional French and Mediterranean restaurant located in Carrboro, N.C., has hired […]
August 13, 2013

Song by Army Vet, Award-Winning Island Tunesmith Attracts Over 108K Music-Video Hits on YouTube

Performance by Country recording artist Tim Maggart is poignantly blended with military footage and scenes of returning soldiers reuniting with family members STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (AUG. 13, 2013)  — The combined musical talents of two award-winning songwriters have hit a high note that continues to soar. The music video of “A Link,” a patriotic song co-authored by […]
July 30, 2013

Haldey Compounding — A Specialized Bronx, N.Y., Pharmacy — To Host Open House For Doctors Whose Patients Could Benefit From Custom-Tailored Meds

BRONX, NEW YORK (July 30, 2013) — Doctors from throughout the New York metro area are invited to attend a free educational gathering sponsored by New York City-based HALDEY Pharmaceutical Compounding. The open-house style function will take place 5 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 7 and Aug. 21, at the company’s new headquarters: 2510 Westchester Ave., […]