Articulon News and Announcements

DocuSource Celebrates 10 Years of Service

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RTP, N.C. (October 17, 2011) — DocuSource (www.docusourceofnc.com), a full-service integrated marketing solutions provider, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary as a Triangle enterprise. The company is led by CEO Kathy Murchison, one of the most successful women business owners in the area. The celebration will include a client-appreciation event in October.

“I’ve been blessed to be involved in many business endeavors throughout my career, but the last 10 years leading DocuSource have been especially rewarding,” says Murchison. “Our success stems from maintaining a solid focus on customers and providing our associates a good work-life balance.”

Dedicated to meeting the needs of clients, DocuSource has grown through diversification. Starting as a digital printer in 2001, today DocuSource is an on-demand powerhouse, offering extensive variable-data publishing, as well as order fulfillment and distribution services with an emphasis on nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies. DocuSource has experienced significant work-force growth as well. Beginning with 14 employees 10 years ago, DocuSource now has a team of 40.

While building a thriving business during the past decade, DocuSource has held true to a strong belief in corporate giving. The company and its team members consistently donate their time, services and funds to help improve the quality of life for Triangle residents. DocuSource has supported more than 20 local organizations. These include: Red Cross, Girls on the Run, Be Active North Carolina, Boys and Girls Club of Wake County, Meals on Wheels, SPCA, Tammy Lynn Memorial Foundation, the Women’s Center of Wake County, the Durham Crisis Response Center, and the Raleigh and Durham Rescue Missions.

DocuSource’s history reaches back to 1990, when Murchison and Adele Fine, DocuSource co-founder, created Plain Paper Solutions. The company became an award-winning small business in Research Triangle Park, N.C., and was sold to IKON Office Solutions in 1997. The two paired up again to form DocuSource in 2001.

About DocuSource of NC, LLC:
DocuSource, a full-service resource for printing and communication materials, has built its success on providing businesses that most important element—visual impression. From customized marketing, training and technical documents; to life-size graphics; to an online document management system, DocuSource delivers communication relevant to each client’s success. Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, N.C., DocuSource is a woman-owned and FSC-certified green printer with a complete fulfillment and distribution operation. The customer care experts at DocuSource offer a customized approach to maximize their clients’ printing needs, adding value and saving time. Using state-of-the-art resources, DocuSource printing experts create tailored solutions including personalized booklets, binders, DVDs, large format color graphics and much more. From start-ups to Fortune 1,000 brands, DocuSource has proven relationships with servicing industries such as health and pharmaceutical, contract research, education and software development. Visit www.docusourceofnc.com or call (919) 459-5900.

Nagoya University Names Articulon AOR

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Branding and public relations firm Articulon announced that it has been named the agency of record for Nagoya University’s NU Tech Regenerative Medicine Roundtable. This is the third time Nagoya University has retained the firm to assist with event promotion and materials.

“We are proud to continue making NU Tech events a success,” says Cindy Stranad, APR, Articulon principal and founder.

 

Articulon Takes Silver, Gold and Best in Division

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RALEIGH, N.C. (September 29, 2010) — Raleigh’s branding and public relations firm Articulon (www.articulon.com) received three Sir Walter Raleigh Awards for Excellence in Communication at the 52nd annual Raleigh Public Relations Society (www.rprs.org) awards banquet. The firm was recognized with silver, gold and best in division honors for client work performed on behalf of Hughes Pittman and Gupton, LLP and Brady. The event was held on Sept. 27, 2011, at the Renaissance Hotel at North Hills.

Articulon received a silver award in the Organizational Identity/Promotion category for an awareness campaign for Brady, a company that provides high-efficiency HVAC systems and comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. The firm also landed both gold and best in division awards for public relations work with CPA firm HPG.

“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized by our industry peers,” said Cindy Stranad, APR, Articulon principal.

During the past several years, the firm has won 11 Sir Walter Raleigh awards, including best in division honors four times. The Sir Walter Raleigh Awards showcased work by North Carolina public relations and communication professionals. Award entries were judged by independent public relations professionals with the Public Relations Society of Western North Carolina (www.prawnc.org).

About Articulon:
Raleigh-based brand and PR firm Articulon impacts the way clients communicate their brands to build stronger relationships with customers, sponsors, shareholders, employees and community. Each campaign is built with a customized, integrated approach and measured by tangible results. We work with clients to increase visibility in six practice areas: Professional Services, Finance & Banking, Real Estate, Retail & Consumer, Health & Wellness, and Cause & Sport. Visit www.articulon.com.

About RPRS: The Raleigh Public Relations Society (RPRS) is an organization for public relations professionals in the Raleigh, N.C. area. For more than 50 years, RPRS has advanced the art and science of public relations and strengthened communication, understanding and cooperation among diverse individuals, organizations and institutions throughout the Triangle. The organization regularly hosts professional development opportunities, including monthly meetings and the annual Sir Walter Raleigh Awards banquet, which recognizes the best public relations practices in North Carolina. For more information, visit www.rprs.org.

Sixth Annual Magnificent Mile Race Set for September 18

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The Magnificent Mile RaceRALEIGH, N.C. (August 9, 2011) — Celebrating its sixth anniversary, The Magnificent Mile RaceSM (www.magmilerace.com) will take place on Sunday, September 18, 2011. The fundraising event includes competitive, recreational and kids’ races, as well as a street festival with family friendly activities, food and prizes. Proceeds benefit the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation and help fund research grants awarded to find a cure for upper motor neuron diseases.

Notable sports, entertainment and business personalities are once again lending their influence. For a third consecutive year, Charlie Slagle, Capital Area Soccer League CEO and host of the Back of the Net radio program, is challenging CASL members, coaches and parents to “Beat the Old Man.” The top five CASL males and the top five CASL females will receive prizes. Debra Morgan of WRAL will be emceeing the event. In addition, Dr. Richard Bedlack of Duke University will be on hand to discuss the latest research developments in the area of motor neuron disease.

“We are thankful to the more than 3,600 people who have participated in the event during our first five years,” says Sarah Roberts-Witt, co-founder of The Magnificent Mile Race. “Their continued support has helped us raise more than $200,000 to fund research into motor neuron disease.”

New this year, competitive racers, who are 15 years or older, have the option to purchase a moisture-wicking tech shirt when signing up for the race. All other race participants will receive a commemorative cotton race t-shirt.

2011 registration prices are:

  • Competitive mile (ages 15 and older) – $20 until 9/1/11; $25 after
  • Competitive mile (ages 15 and older with tech shirt) – $28 until 9/1/11; $33 after
  • Competitive mile (ages 14 and younger) – $10
  • Recreational mile (ages 15 and older) $15 until 9/1/11; $20 after
  • Recreational mile (ages 14 and younger) $10
  • Kids’ race – $10

Online registration is available at http://tinyurl.com/2011MagMileRace.

The Magnificent Mile Race is the first of the eight-race 2011 Second Empire Grand-Prix Fall Series, and is part of the NC-USATF – Endurance Magazine 2011 Long Distance Running Championship Series. It also serves as the NC-USATF one-mile championship. Visit www.magmilerace.com for more information.

About The Magnificent Mile:
Sarah Roberts-Witt, co-founder and inspiration behind The Magnificent Mile Race, was an avid runner and marathoner until developing primary lateral sclerosis in 2004. She is now confined to a wheelchair and has difficulty speaking, but the disease hasn’t stopped her. Since her diagnosis, she has dedicated her time to raising awareness of motor neuron diseases and fund-raising. This race combines her love of running with her desire to find a cure for motor neuron disease. The Magnificent Mile Race events have raised more than $200,000 to fund research grants awarded by the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation to help find a cure for motor neuron disease. Visit www.magmilerace.com.

Giles Shih Named to The NC Ag Biotech Advisory Council

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Giles Shih, Ph.D.RTP, N.C. (July 26, 2011)—North Carolina agricultural biotechnology company BioResource International, Inc. (www.briworldwide.com) announces today that Chairman and CEO Giles Shih, Ph.D. has accepted a three-year appointment to The North Carolina Agricultural Biotechnology Advisory Council. Shih will join 21 industry leaders from businesses and universities, as well as government and private organizations across North Carolina.

“We are pleased to add Giles to the council,” says Dr. Harold Martin., co-chair of the council and chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University. “The experience he brings, growing BRI from start-up to a multi-million dollar company, will be an asset as we move forward.”

Shih has a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from Emory University, as well as an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. Prior to co-founding BRI, he served as a consultant for biotechnology venture capital firms. He serves on the Advisory Board of the North Carolina State University Technology Incubator and is active in the North Carolina World Trade Association and North Carolina Chinese Business Association.

“More and more we see agriculture being paired with biotechnology to feed, fuel, heal and clothe people here and around the world,” said Gwyn Riddick, vice president for agricultural biotechnology at the Biotechnology Center. “This council is working to move those ideas forward and to accelerate North Carolina’s economic productivity from agriculture to $100 billion by 2020.”

The council was established in December of 2010 by the North Carolina Biotechnology Center. Its directive is to identify goals, strategies and activities to strengthen agricultural biotechnology endeavors throughout the state and assist in implementation of recommendations from the State’s 30 in 10 Strategic Report. The full council meets every four month with work groups meeting as needed to address innovations, legislation and regulations, as well as emerging animal and crop trends.   About the North Carolina Biotechnology Center: The Biotechnology Center is a private, non-profit corporation supported by the N.C. General Assembly. Its mission is to provide long-term economic and societal benefits to North Carolina by supporting biotechnology research, business, education and strategic policy statewide.

About BioResource International, Inc.:
BRI is an RTP-based biotechnology company focused on harnessing the natural power of enzymes. Through the discovery and development of innovative animal feed enzymes, BRI hopes to create a future for animal agriculture that is both economically and environmentally sustainable from farm to fork. Founded by Drs. Jason and Giles Shih, BRI has developed two products, Versazyme® and Valkerase®, which are sold through distributors to more than 80 countries worldwide. BRI continues to research science-based solutions to aid growing agricultural and industrial markets around the world. For more information, visit www.briworldwide.com.

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