Articulon News and Announcements

Articulon brands Raleigh Staffing Firm

Articulon to help brand Interim

PR firm Articulon has been named the agency of record for Raleigh staffing firm Interim Connexions.

Articulon will lead a three-month campaign for Interim. Its work will focus on public relations and client development, the company said.

Interim Connexions focuses on placing workers in the financial, real estate, retail and technology industries. Articulon has done work with dozens of local companies.

Articulon Continues Community Involvement with Sponsorship of Turkey Trot for National MS Society

RALEIGH, N.C. (November 21, 2007)— Cindy Stranad, principal of Articulon, a public relations and branding firm, announces today the company will sponsor the Ridgewood Shopping Center Turkey Trot to be held Thanksgiving Day. This year, the Turkey Trot will feature three events: an eight-kilometer race, a one-mile fun run and a kid’s dash. Proceeds will benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Articulon Adds to Account Service Team

RALEIGH, N.C. (August 29, 2007)-Cindy Stranad, principal of Articulon, a Raleigh-based boutique branding and public relations firm, announces today that Amy Wojciechowski has joined the firm as account coordinator. In this position, Wojciechowski is responsible for pitching, planning and executing brand awareness and marketing campaigns.

“Amy is quickly becoming an integral contributor to the firm’s success,” says Stranad. “As our clients depend on Articulon for commercially intelligent campaigns, Amy is already a great addition to our account management team.”

Wojciechowski, a Poughkeepsie, N.Y. native, currently resides in Raleigh. She recently obtained her Bachelors of Arts Degree in Communication from North Carolina State University.

About Articulon:
Based in Raleigh, Articulon serves as a boutique marketing communications, design and public relations firm dedicated to putting a voice to the value of small- to mid-sized companies. Inspired to gain results, Articulon helps clients to break through the abundance of noise with a brand and a focused message that creates a connection with an audience. Far beyond traditional, Articulon’s client campaigns are characterized by their responsiveness, creativity and commercial intelligence. Work has been completed for emerging brands and fortune 500 organizations including: Panera Bread, AKC, Defond North America, The Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina, WCPE- TheClassicalStation.org, Helms Mulliss Wicker, HumanCentric Technologies, Sustainable North Carolina, McDonald’s Corporation and Saks Fifth Avenue. Visit

Articulon Adds Creative Director

RALEIGH, N.C. (July 6, 2007) – Cindy Stranad, principal of Articulon, a Raleigh-based boutique branding and public relations firm, announces today the appointment of Robert Morrow as creative director. Morrow joins the firm with a long history of award-winning print and broadcast advertising work. Morrow will lead the creative development of branding campaign materials including: print collateral, video production and interactive.

“With our expanded client base in the first half of 2007, Bob is a tremendous asset to the firm,” says Stranad. “Our clients represent hospitality, B2B and retail accounts.  His scope of marketing and creative knowledge in these industries adds instant credibility.”

Morrow has worked with several New York and Triangle agencies. His work spans industries such as life sciences, healthcare, automotive, agriculture and consumer package goods.  Morrow’s honors include two Addy Broadcast Awards and The National Agri-Marketing Association’s “Best of NAMA” Award. His work has also been recognized by American Graphic Design, Ad Club of New York, Ad Club of the Triangle, Creativity and Magazine Design and Production.

A native of New York City, Morrow now lives in Raleigh. He is actively involved with The Philharmonic Association and the Raleigh Youth Hockey Association. 

About Articulon:
Based in Raleigh, Articulon serves as a boutique marketing communications, design and public relations firm dedicated to putting a voice to the value of small- to mid-sized companies. Inspired to gain results, Articulon helps clients to break through the abundance of noise with a brand and a focused message that creates a connection with an audience. Far beyond traditional, Articulon’s client campaigns are characterized by their responsiveness, creativity and commercial intelligence. Work has been completed for emerging brands and fortune 500 organizations including: Novartis Consumer Health, AKC, Catering by Design, The Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina, HumanCentric Technologies, Sustainable North Carolina, McDonald’s Corporation and Saks Fifth Ave. Visit www.articulon.com or call (919) 232-5008.

Articulon Adds Senior Account Manager

RALEIGH, N.C. (June 4, 2007) — Cindy Stranad, principal of Articulon, a Raleigh-based boutique branding and public relations firm, announces today the appointment of Michael Gauss as senior account manager.  In this role, Gauss is responsible for leadership of existing accounts and will contribute to new business development.  Gauss joins the firm with more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and client service across multiple industries.

Throughout his career, Gauss has managed new invention institutional sales, served as director of client relations with a Triangle-area construction materials firm and directed hospitality and organizational logistics for several Fortune 500 companies. Early in his career, Gauss served as campaign manager for a state senate candidate in Wisconsin.

“With our expanded client base in the first half of 2007, Mike is a tremendous asset to the firm,” says Stranad. “Our clients represent hospitality, B2B and retail accounts.  His scope of marketing knowledge in these industries adds instant credibility.”

Gauss currently serves on RTI’s community advisory board and the City of Raleigh’s Human Relations Commission/Mayor’s Unity Breakfast. He is also the co-coordinator of the international program of disability accessibility for Metropolitan Community Churches, chair of the Board of Trustees for his local church and is a team leader in the development of Triangle Metro Health, a health care clinic focusing on those at risk and infected with HIV/Aids.

About Articulon:
Based in Raleigh, Articulon serves as a boutique branding communications, design and public relations firm dedicated to putting a voice to the value of small- to mid-sized companies. Inspired to gain results, Articulon helps clients to break through the abundance of noise with a brand and a focused message that creates a connection with an audience. Far beyond traditional, Articulon’s client campaigns are characterized by their responsiveness, creativity and commercial intelligence. Work has been completed for emerging brands and Fortune 500 organizations including: AKC, Panera Bread, The Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina, HumanCentric Technologies, Sustainable North Carolina, McDonald’s Corporation and Saks Fifth Ave. Visit www.articulon.com or call (919) 232-5008.