Community Focus
Published 6:53 am Monday, March 3, 2008
Watkins and Chamber team up
Team Watkins, a full service advertising agency owned by David Watkins, has been awarded a $78,000 contract to direct marketing for the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce “Find Yourself in Edmonds” campaign.
The campaign is the product of the Chambers’ Team Edmonds Committee, a community-marketing program aimed at attracting more tourists, shoppers and restaurant-lovers to enjoy Edmonds’ small-town charm. Continued fund-raising will build on initial contributions from the Port of Washington, City of Edmonds, Edmonds Chamber and individual business.
“The campaign will be unique and fun,” said David Watkins. “After all, Edmonds is all about enjoying life.”
Radio ads focused around Edmonds’ popular events, like the town’s Waterfront and Arts Festivals, will initiate the campaign kick-off.
“This campaign is a rallying point for our community,” said Brian Comstock, owner of Comstock Jewelers and Team Edmonds chairman. “David Watkins is a great selection because of his expertise and the fact that he loves Edmonds. He frequents our beaches, shops and restaurants. He knows we have spectacular resources and friendly people.”
Watkins began his career in sports publicity with the University of Washington before moving to the Seattle SuperSonics and Cleveland Cavaliers. Returning to the Puget Sound area, he built his own successful business. Clients have included The Golf Savings Bank, Bob Byers Volvo and Ray’s Boathouse.
Chamber hires
staff member
The Edmonds Chamber of Commerce has hired Rita Trevino Flynn as membership and communications director.
Flynn has previously served in executive public relations positions for two Fortune 500 companies and has a broadcast career that includes correspondent duties for both CBS and ABC network news in Washington, D.C. Flynn joins a staff led by executive director Chris Guitton and events director Jan Vance.
Tea Party
cancels meeting
The annual meeting of the Washington Tea Party, scheduled for Thursday, March 31, has been cancelled. For more information please call the WTP President, John Quast, at 425-742-3724.
Event supports firefighters
Medic One Foundation will hold its sixth annual Lifesaver Luncheon &Silent Auction from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 6, at the Washington State Convention &Trade Center. Proceeds from the event help to purchase much-needed emergency medical equipment for paramedics and firefighters throughout King and South Snohomish counties. Reservations required. Call 206-744-9425.
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