Katrina Maddox named Gaylord Entertainment Chairman’s Award winner

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 19, 2010) - Edward Morgan Promotions’ (EMP) Brand Ambassador, Katrina Maddox has been recognized as Gaylord Entertainment Chairman’s Award winner for 2009. More than 100 Gaylord employees were nominated for the prestigious honor.

Katrina’s nomination cited her respect for the Grand Ole Opry, itself, as well as for its artists, her coworkers, its business partners, and guests. “While Katrina is innately respectful of her fellow STARS and of our business partners,” her nomination stated, “her actions constantly also show respect for our company's customers.” Katrina isn’t just an excellent employee, but also a special person who makes the Grand Ole Opry, Gaylord Entertainment and EMP better places to work. “If our staff is a family (and I'm here to tell you it is), then Katrina's desk is our family's kitchen,” her nomination continued. “It's a hub of activity. It's where people stop to check on the whereabouts of other staff members. It's where we check on the status of everything under the sun. Ask anyone and they'll tell you it's not the desk that makes that area our kitchen, it’s the dynamo behind it.” Katrina is the Marketing and Sales Assistant for the Grand Ole Opry. When not working at the Opry, Katrina serves as a brand ambassador for Edward Morgan Promotions. She has worked events for the organization since 2007. During her tenure, she has exemplified Edward Morgan Promotions’ core values. When representing clients, such as General Motors, Katrina stops at nothing to ensure that consumers have the best brand experience possible. For nearly a decade, Katrina has been a leader in the marketing and entertainment industry. Katrina’s wealth of knowledge and strong work ethic makes her a valuable part to both Gaylord and EMP’s team! Katrina will be formally honored during a gala dinner at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in May. About TEAM: TEAM Marketing Group / Edward Morgan Promotions is one the largest independent experiential marketing companies in the Southeast. Their clients include many the nation’s most recognizable brands. Since 1999, companies have utilized the company to implement acquisition marketing and sales programs. They target new customers by using innovative techniques at events and high traffic venues. TEAM implements events 365 days a year and its employees have the ability to cover projects in every region of the country. For more information contact Josephine Beeler (jbeeler@myteammarketing.com) or visit www.myteammarketing.com.

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TEAM Marketing Group announces the hire of Missy O’Brien

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 12, 2010) – TEAM Marketing Group (TEAM), one of the country’s leading experiential marketing firms, recently hired Missy O’Brien as senior manager of operations and client relations. O’Brien has more than 20 years of experience in the marketing and sales industry. She joins the TEAM after working as a consultant for Barclays Bank. While with Barclays, O’Brien held various roles, including program assistant, national sales manager and project manager. In addition, she served on the Credit Card Act (CCA) compliance verification project. O’Brien’s extensive career in marketing began as a sales representative for Kirby Vacuums. She quickly advanced to recruiting manager and then held positions in both the collections and bookkeeping departments.  After leaving Kirby Vacuums, she worked as a project manager for a national credit card marketing program, which included 200 event locations across the country. She also worked in client relations and project management for various Fortune 500 clients while part of another marketing agency. As part of TEAM, O’Brien will assist with clients such as US Airways, The Grand Ole Opry and Marathon Oil. She will also lead TEAM’s non-profit services, which includes a new event marketing initiative for Disability Rights. About TEAM: TEAM Marketing Group / Edward Morgan Promotions is one the largest independent experiential marketing companies in the Southeast. Their clients include many the nation’s most recognizable brands. Since 1999, companies have utilized the company to implement acquisition marketing and sales programs. They target new customers by using innovative techniques at events and high traffic venues. TEAM implements events 365 days a year and its employees have the ability to cover projects in every region of the country. For more information contact Josephine Beeler (jbeeler@myteammarketing.com) or visit www.myteammarketing.com.

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TEAM Marketing Group partners with TSU to motivate future leaders NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 5, 2010) - TEAM Marketing Group was proud to be part of Tennessee State University’s Student Motivation Task Force (SMTF). Todd Kornblit, President, Dimeta Smith, Director of Accounting and Human Resources, and Josephine Beeler, Project Manager, spoke to communications and marketing students about current trends in the marketing industry. They also gave students advice about how to land competitive careers after college. Linda Burks, Human Resources Assistant, reviewed students’ resumes and offered portfolio critiques. “I truly enjoyed interacting with the students and sharing my passion for marketing and sales,” commented Kornblit. “Our future is dependent on their success. I look forward to taking part in similar programs at TSU.” The Student Motivation Task Force was designed by TSU’s Career Development Center to inspire our future leaders. The Department of Defense, Frito Lay and Verizon Wireless were among the other organizations that took part in the mentoring program. About TEAM Marketing Group TEAM Marketing Group / Edward Morgan Promotions is one the largest independent experiential marketing companies in the Southeast. Their clients include many the nation’s most recognizable brands. Since 1999, companies have utilized the company to implement acquisition marketing and sales programs. They target new customers by using innovative techniques at events and high traffic venues. TEAM implements events 365 days a year and its employees have the ability to cover projects in every region of the country. For more information contact Josephine Beeler (jbeeler@myteammarketing.com) or visit www.myteammarketing.com.