At Meet The New Media forums, you’ll  get the chance to meet, ask questions and talk to news reporters from the Triangle Business Journal, the News & Observer, News14 Carolina TV, News Talk 680 WPTF Radio as well as a select  panel of social media gurus face-to-face on July 21, 2009.

Space is limited and fills up fast, so register now to get a seat at one of the most important networking and publicity events of the year.

The Meet The New Media panelists will give you an overview of their experiences working with businesses, how they get their stories and utilize today’s communication tools. Each will speak for up to 10 minutes,  followed by a question-and-answer session.

Rebecca Antonelli
–– Moderator, Meet the Media – www.RebeccaAntonelli.com

Mike Cartelli
— Web Manager, News14.com

Leo John
– Special Reports Editor, Triangle Business Journal

Ben Kinney
— Editor of Business NC

Dan London
– Social Media expert, Lulu.com

Rick Martinez
– Director of News and Programming for NewsTalk 680 WPTF

Ria Scureman
–– Internet guru, RiaVon Enterprises

Alan Wolf
— Business Reporter, News & Observer

Sougata Mukherjee
- Executive Editor, Triangle Business Journal

Donald Jones
- NBC-17 Anchor and social networking guru

Kitty Kinnin
- “Mornings” and “The Sunday Brunch” with Kitty Kinnin, The River, 100.7 and blogger

Ria Scureman
- RiaVon Enterprises, online marketer

Chuck Hester
- Linked In expert and iContact Communications Director

Allan Maurer
– Editor, TechJournalSouth.com

If you haven’t already, be sure to

(space is limited!) for “Meet The New Media” June 18, 2009 10am – 12noon at the Sheraton Imperial RTP, NC

Rebecca Antonelli, founder
Rebecca@MeetTheNewMedia.com
919.740.3008

Rebecca Antonelli is the founder and CEO of AmericaPR and Market Smart Incorporated. A serial entrepreneur, she has built and successfully sold four companies, while building her client base for consulting, speaking and special event management. She has participated in the creation of dozens of successful businesses, sales systems, marketing and ad campaigns, special events and direct marketing programs. Rebecca is a nationally recognized and sought-after speaker who has given guidance to thousands of companies through her seminar programs. She has published over 30 articles in trade journals and business magazines.

In 1998, Rebecca conceived and developed a proprietary Internet facilitated public relations firm, AmericaPR, to assist in the exchange of information between businesses and the media. AmericaPR has created an affordable and effective system for any company seeking increased visibility. She holds “Meet the Media” forums where business leaders meet with journalists from such media as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fast Company and more.

Rebecca specializes in BIG IDEAS. She creates the big picture, then is able to show companies and individuals how to build their image and brand through special events, press conferences, product and service launches, seminar programs and more. With such clientele as Kelloggs, Trading Spaces, John Boy & Billy, Misys Healthcare Systems, IAMS and The Honey Baked Ham Company, Rebecca is responsible for programs that have and will continue to raise a company’s profile, add value for their existing clientele and create new products and services to increase awareness and revenue.

Did you know? Rebecca Antonelli is called upon by hundreds of journalists across the country for story ideas and sources. As one journalist said, “NEVER take me off your mailing list!”