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Grand Lodge of Minnesota A.F. & A.M Public Relations. MWB Neil Neddermeyer www.cinosam.net. LET THEM KNOW. WHO YOU ARE!. THE PUBLICITY CHAIRMAN.
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Grand Lodge of Minnesota A.F. & A.M Public Relations MWB Neil Neddermeyer www.cinosam.net
LET THEM KNOW WHO YOU ARE!
THE PUBLICITY CHAIRMAN • The PUBLICITY CHAIRMAN, is the representative, spokesman, and point of information for Masons in your local area regarding activities and events.
Local Newspapers • Concentrate on the needs of the Press • Interest to “their” readers • Shake hands with your target
Things to Remember • Newsworthy • Common Sense • No Favorites • No Favors • Say Thanks • Answer Questions • Have Patience • Helpful Lists
Content Ideas 1. New Approaches 2. Human Interest 3. “News hooks” in your stories 4. Potential features 5. A flair for the dramatic 6. Think about the reader 7. Providing support • Cont.
Content Ideas • Special Awards • Guest Speakers, or interviews • Reaching milestones • Public Installation • Visitations • The three phases of any project
Open Houses • Lodge Building Upkeep • Prepared Presentations • Handouts • Knowledgeable Tour Guides • Publicize- Publicize- Publicize • Special Attraction
Guest Nights • Available Presentations • Handling Objections -Feel -Felt -Found
Guest NightsCont. • What do you like most about possibly joining? • Ask them to apply
Web SitesThe silent membership tool • Geared to potential members • Clear, Concise, and Easy • Keep updated • Channel inquirer to your best Brother for the job.
Other Factors • Signage • Radio and TV interviews • Public Presentations • Person of the Year Awards • Link fund raisers with charity
Masonic Light Don’t keep it under the bushelNEN