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By Bob Gold, Principal   Good technical writers are as rare as white peacocks. Thoughtful, earnest and always striving for excellence, Robert Brownlie embodies the ideal partner, employee, and friend. Some people win the lottery but having Robert be a part of our team is even better than that. We have someone we all count on, and who always comes through. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Robert Brownlie.   https://youtu.be/iLWamt5NQN0?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our incredible team, please click here. Explore our service offering in public relations, content creation, and digital marketing strategy or contact us for a discussion around your specific communication needs.

By Bob Gold, Principal   How do we address Racism in America? To borrow a quote from Martin Luther King Jr., "In the end, we remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." In these Words to Lift By - A Stolen Dance, Bob, and Ryan Ashley agree that no one is free until we are all free.   https://youtu.be/zRx2Ujcd33U?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in securing publicity, digital marketing strategy, and special events & trade shows please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal   There are so many great reads in the cable and telecom space - but two "books" in particular are for me, cornerstone reading. These include Broadband Technology Report and Lightwave Online. They are both led by Stephen Hardy who is one of the kindest, most thorough, and considerate editors I have had the good fortune to work with. He is calm, dedicated, and entirely a straight shooter, which is simply refreshing. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Stephen Hardy.   https://youtu.be/EHkojODRbS4?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in awards & recognition, conference sponsorships, and trade advertising, and owned and paid media please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal     Sara Cicero represents the consummate pro, mom, and friend. She is always focused, caring and results-driven. Excellence and uplift are in her every action. Her work at Cisco keeps her engaged, challenged and onboard for 17 years! Sara leads by example. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Sara Cicero.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jH78zXvAFo&list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj&index=11 For more information regarding our service offering in media relations, special events & trade shows and thought leadership please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal   A powerhouse change agent who resides in Kentucky and has never stopped believing in or empowering the folks at Viamedia. Becky Jones is a friend and we have an unending appreciation for all she does - always with grace and kindness. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Becky Jones.   https://youtu.be/lgJDUbKLW5U?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in public relations and crisis communications please contact us, or check out our Viamedia case study on reinvigorating a corporate brand under fire.

By Bob Gold, Principal     I cannot talk highly enough about Amy Maclean who exemplifies a great listener, editor, and writer. Amy is always there for the industry and uses her Cablefax platform to enlighten and lift us all. With this poem, I hope to capture the true spirit of a great woman who impacts so many of us personally and professionally. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Amy Maclean.   https://youtu.be/LTEfNPGA2c8?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in media & analyst relations, special events & trade shows, and owned and paid media please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal Flexibility is critical in any business. When I think of marketing folks who show up in expert and dedicated ways, I keep coming back to Mark Goodburn. Maybe it's his love of Cricket that makes him so competitive and driven. He is a natural leader, always positive, upbeat with a confident can-do attitude that every company should emulate. Plume is truly blessed to have him. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Mark Goodburn.     https://youtu.be/tTDGE5EP4_8?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in public relations, special events & trade shows, and digital marketing strategy, please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal   Brian Santo is so much more than a leading tech editor in chief of EETimes. He is a musician playing Marimba in a Portland Marimba-only band and raises chickens in his backyard. He's smart, insightful and loads of fun. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Brian Santo.     https://youtu.be/fM-K0y4rYjI?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in media & analyst relations, special events & trade shows, and owned and paid media please contact us.

By Bob Gold, Principal   What key professional skills does it take to be a publisher of major entertainment industry trade publications? What are the most important attributes a content trade association can offer to grow its audience? Charlie embodies the best of whatever it takes to connect communities with critical information and to provide a platform for growth. He is doing it for?NATPE. Here is “Words to Lift By” a poem for Charlie Weiss.   https://youtu.be/y0pkFt79vSw?list=PLWRdnZxbRzbAbLRbxsScSSUFJsZBjKNzj For more information regarding our service offering in media & analyst relations, special events & trade shows, and owned and paid media please contact us.