        NewsLocal public relations firm receives praise from peersMJB Public Relations Group receives Bronze Quill award from KC IABC chapterOverland Park, Kan. (May 8, 2006) – Area communication professionals commended MJB Public Relations Group on its work, awarding it the Kansas City International Association of Business Communications (KC/IABC) distinguished 2006 Bronze Quill Award of Excellence. The agency’s “Post Katrina Communication & Investment” campaign for Louisiana Corporate Credit Union was selected among entries by corporations and organizations in the greater Kansas City area. Margaret Blankers, founder of MJB Public Relations, said, “With the first-rate talent found in Kansas City, we are honored to be recognized by our peers at KC/IABC. We are a small, ‘boutique’ firm, which allows our clients to develop relationships with highly-seasoned, upper-management, public relations professionals. We believe this individualized service makes a difference, and as proven by this award, it also delivers results.” With more than 25 years of communications experience, Blankers launched MJB Public Relations Group in 2002. Located in Overland Park, Kan., Blankers and her associates offer a combined 45 years of experience in providing companies with a full-range of communication services. MJB's Public Relations Group serves a broad range of national, regional and local clients. Currently, MJB Public Relations Group is working to expand its local base and become the agency of choice among local businesses. Blankers and MJB's Director of Client Communications, Lisa Mallow, are involved in the local community, in efforts such as Junior Achievement, Habitat for Humanity and other youth organizations. |