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09/27/2022

Fox 5 DC: Alan Plevy Shares Why Divorcing Couples Should Consider Mediation Over Litigation

The last place you want to end up is in court with your soon-to-be ex-spouse to sort out all details of the pending divorce. Alan Plevy, Principal at SmolenPlevy shares the benefits of mediation as a way for couples to solve their differences out of the courtroom. https://loom.ly/5gNn9jA

When the marriage ends, there’s an often overlooked and easier way to avoid court. Try mediation instead, says Alan Plevy, principal at SmolenPlevy in Vienna...

09/22/2022

Leaving Personal Politics Out of Political Reporting with Spectrum News 1’s Tim Boyum - OnTheMarcMedia

It’s easy to tell which side of the political spectrum a journalist falls on, right? Not so fast. Spectrum News 1’s Tim Boyum shares the importance of holding his own views private in order to report fairly on both sides of North Carolina politics. Watch now on YouTube or listen anywhere you get your podcasts! https://loom.ly/pXGB_KE

On The Marc Media is a multimedia communications company specializing in public relations, social media and video production.

09/21/2022

MADD 'War Room' Effort Simultaneously Receives GHSA Peter K. O'Rourke Special Achievement Award and NSC Green Cross for Safety Award - MADD

We are incredibly proud of our client Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for winning not one, but TWO prestigious awards in their fight to end drunk driving. Read more here: https://loom.ly/w_VbJ6Q

WASHINGTON – Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is honored to receive two awards from esteemed safety organizations, both on Tuesday, September 20. MADD received the 2022 Peter K. O’Rourke Special Achievement Award from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) during the GHSA Annual M...

09/19/2022

The 7 most affordable U.S. states to retire—and none of them are Florida

Looking to move after retirement? Clark Kendall, CEO of Kendall Capital urges retirees to ask themselves this question to assess whether their finances are ready for the big move. https://loom.ly/LuHZWws

Florida may not be the best place to retire if you want low cost of living, according to Bankrate. Here are the top 7 most affordable states to retire.

09/15/2022

The Press, Politicians and The Public with NPR’s David Folkenflik

We're kicking off the launch of After Deadline: The Media Podcast with a heavy hitter in the journalism world. NPR's David Folkenflik shares his perspective on the intricate connections between the press, politicians, and the public. Watch now on YouTube or listen anywhere you get your podcasts!

We’re launching After Deadline with a heavy hitter in the journalism world. David Folkenflik is a Media Correspondent at NPR whose reporting is focused on th...

09/08/2022

Parents: Make sure your college-age child has these four legal documents

You’ve packed the dorm essentials, electronics, and textbooks…but did you remember the estate planning documents? Jason Smolen, Principal at SmolenPlevy shares the 4 estate planning documents every college student should have in case of emergencies. https://loom.ly/lbcTUg0

Here are the four documents estate-planning expert Jason Smolen says all parents should have prepared for their kids as soon as they turn 18-years-old in case of an emergency.

09/07/2022

Why Target-Date Funds Might Not Be the Best Retirement Planning Option for You

Target-date funds are typically the default option for many retirement accounts. The problem? It’s based on your birthdate and doesn’t take into account individual needs during retirement. Clark Kendall shares more insights in a new MONEY article. https://loom.ly/Rk3WbDE

This set-it-and-forget-it investment may not be your best bet for a retirement account.

09/06/2022

Jonathan Garber of The Seneca: 5 Things You Should Do To Optimize Your Wellness After Retirement

It’s easy to think about prioritizing wellness in your younger years, but what about after retirement? Jon Garber, Executive Director of The Seneca shares 5 things people in retirement can do to optimize their wellness. https://loom.ly/9QdTINE

An Interview With Fotis Georgiadis

09/01/2022

The Best And Worst States For Retirement 2022: All 50 States, Ranked | Bankrate

Planning for retirement is not as easy as just finding the sun and the sand. Each state carries different pros and cons for future retirees. Kendall Capital CEO Clark Kendall shares factors to consider when making the big move towards retirement. https://loom.ly/kCyP_Ac

The end of your career raises new questions about where and how to spend your golden years. Bankrate crunched the numbers and ranked the top states to retire in.

08/30/2022

Traffic fatality data show urgent action is needed

There is a public safety crisis on our roads. MADD volunteers Dolly and Jake Salazar advocate for life-saving traffic safety laws to end drunk driving across the country. https://loom.ly/0qB0peU

We need to increase enforcement of life-saving traffic safety laws

08/26/2022

Health care tech firm donates $20,000 to celebrate its 20th anniversary

Healthcare Management Solutions (HMS) is celebrating 20 years in business by giving back to its local community. They recently donated $1,000 to 20 different nonprofit organizations in the north central West Virginia region. Read more in Yahoo News. https://loom.ly/5IlraaA

Aug. 22—FAIRMONT — A Fairmont company has taken the company anniversary celebration to a whole new level. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, officials at Healthcare Management Solutions LLC decided to give $1,000 to 20 different nonprofit organizations in North Central West Virginia, many of whi...

08/18/2022

Fox News: Feed the Fridge Stocks Community Fridges with Free Formula Amid National Shortage

Feed the Fridge sprung into action after news of the baby formula shortage earlier this summer. Watch founder Mark Bucher share how their efforts are making an impact for thousands of DMV-area families. https://loom.ly/wSDfTnk

Feed the Fridge founder Mark Bucher shares how his organization is stepping up to provide FREE baby formula in community fridges throughout the DC area.

08/17/2022

Fox 5 DC: Jonathan Garber shares "Silver Tsunami" preparation tips

Tsunami season is here… but not the kind you were thinking of. Jonathan Garber, Executive Director of The Seneca in Rockville, MD shares how waves of baby boomers are heading for retirement and what they can do now to prepare. https://loom.ly/MFjET7w

Jonathan Garber, Executive Director of The Seneca Rockville, advises seniors on how to prepare for retirement.

06/24/2022

Welcome to our new social media series, “Staff Chats.” This week’s focus: Self-Care.

What are some ways you practice self-care? Let us know in the comments ↓

06/23/2022

Markets Recoil as Inflation Report Raises Stakes for Fed

Client Feature in The New York Times: Clark Kendall, CEO of Kendall Capital advises people to “Save more than you think you’ll need,” in response to the latest inflation reports. https://loom.ly/NllQXfo

The data suggested that policymakers would need to take aggressive steps to cool the economy, spooking investors.

06/22/2022

Looking to Create a Podcast for Your Business? Start Here. - OnTheMarcMedia

Creating an original podcast can yield unexpected opportunities for brands and influencers alike. While getting a new podcast off the ground is easier than you might expect, there are still a few things you need to keep in mind before hitting that record button. Read more on our blog: https://loom.ly/k45xsWA

On The Marc Media is a multimedia communications company specializing in public relations, social media and video production.

06/17/2022

Do you ever scroll through TikTok, Instagram or Facebook and think “How is their video quality so professional?” Odds are they are just using their iPhone with a few inside tricks. Here are three ways to help make your next iPhone video look its best.

06/15/2022

Meet the newest member of the On The Marc Media team, Chizi! She specializes in public relations and will be securing media coverage for our clients. Help us welcome her to the team!

06/14/2022

The economy is filled with ups and downs. Featured in US News and World Reports: Kendall Capital CEO shares how to navigate your finances through a potential recession.

Read the article → https://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/preparing-your-finances-for-a-recession

06/10/2022

Marc-keting Trends: This Week in PR, Social, & Podcasts - OnTheMarcMedia

It was a big week for trends in PR, social media, and podcasting! Our summer interns (shoutout to Alex, Abby, and Sera!) rounded up what you need to know to stay in the know. Check out the latest blog. https://loom.ly/bmcvKCM

On The Marc Media is a multimedia communications company specializing in public relations, social media and video production.

06/08/2022

Drivers: We are facing a national emergency

Featured in The Hill: Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) National President Alex Otte amplifies the national drunk driving emergency and the need for lasting change as the dangerous summer travel season begins.

This Memorial Day kicks off what could be one of the most dangerous summer travel seasons in recent history. The alarming spike in drunk driving deaths and injuries during the pandemic is a wake-up…

06/06/2022

Happy Monday! This week's Marc-keting Dictionary breaks down two different marketing approaches – content marketing and experiential marketing.

06/03/2022

As shortage continues, a D.C. charity fills fridges with free formula

Client in the Washington Post: Feed the Fridge founder Mark Bucher shares how his organization is stepping up to provide FREE baby formula in community fridges throughout the DC area.

Feed the Fridge, a network of refrigerators stocked with fresh meals from area restaurants, now offers free formula to families in the D.C. area.

06/02/2022

It's time for another ! Here are three things to consider before hitting send on your next influencer outreach email.

05/30/2022

Thank you to our brave service members past and present ❤️🤍💙

05/27/2022

Influencers and content creators, they’re basically the same right? While the terms are often used interchangeably the main difference intention behind their work. Learn more in this week’s Marc-keting Dictionary.

05/26/2022

Fox 5 DC: Clark Kendall shares tips for managing rising interest rates

Featured on Fox 5 DC: Clark Kendall, President and CEO of Kendall Capital shares tips on how to manage your money and not panic after the latest federal interest rate hike. https://loom.ly/a01eNaY

Clark Kendall, President and CEO of Kendall Capital shares tips on how to manage your money and not panic after the latest federal interest rate hike.

05/25/2022

We are so excited to welcome Abby, Sera, and Alex to our team as Summer 2022 interns!

05/23/2022

TODAY Show: End to drunk driving is in sight thanks to the efforts of Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Client Featured on the Today Show: The end to drunk driving is in sight thanks to the efforts of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and many courageous victims/survivors who successfully advocated to get lifesaving auto tech required in new cars.

Client Featured on the TODAY Show: The end to drunk driving is in sight thanks to the efforts of Mothers Against Drunk Driving and many courageous victims/su...

05/19/2022

Forget old, tired marketing tricks. Gen-Z has proven it’s going to take a bit more than flashy advertisements to earn their business. Check out these top tips for effectively marketing to Gen-Z.

05/18/2022

NBC4 Feature: Maryland Pickleball Player Ranked No. 1 in the World Partners with JOOLA

NBC Washington heads down to the pickleball courts with Ben Johns, the #1 pickleball player in the world. Using his new material science degree from the University of Maryland, Johns partnered with JOOLA Pickleball to develop his own equipment and encourage more people to join the fastest-growing sport. https://loom.ly/IM2StLA

Ben Johns, the top-ranked pickleball player in the world and a recent graduate of the University of Maryland partners with JOOLA to design his own paddle.

05/17/2022

There’s a new in town! Community members in Oxon Hill, MD now have access to fresh, ready-to-eat meals from Feed the Fridge! We are so happy to be a part of the grand opening of this new fridge location and making sure our neighbors are nourished.

05/17/2022

Feed the Fridge News Conference in Oxon Hill, MD

05/16/2022

Happy Monday! Ever find yourself confused about the difference between Click-through-Rate and Engagement Rate? Take a look at this week’s “Marc-keting Dictionary” to find out!

05/11/2022

See how a huge 3D printer is going to build 200 concrete homes in Virginia's tech hub within the next 5 years

OTMM Client Exclusive: Business Insider spotlights Alquist about "Project Virginia" – the world's largest 3D-printed construction project that is toppling records and tackling the affordable housing crisis. Read more: https://loom.ly/fsq9Vj8

Zack Mannheimer, the CEO of Alquist, predicts more US homes will be 3D printed than built "traditionally" within the next five years.

05/10/2022

Wondering how you can “hack humans” and tell stories that connect with customers? Listen to our podcast episode all about effective storytelling for startups with Seth Erickson. https://loom.ly/U64bwl8

05/04/2022

On The Marc Media Named Top Firm for PR, Web Design, and Advertising in Washington, D.C., Region

On The Marc Media tops the list of Washington, D.C. area public relations firms, ranking high on the charts in three separate categories in the latest surveys by Expertise.com.

Read more: https://www.prweb.com/releases/on_the_marc_media_named_top_firm_for_pr_web_design_and_advertising_in_washington_d_c_region/prweb18655802.htm

ROCKVILLE, Md. (PRWEB) May 04, 2022 -- The company’s marketing services receive top scores by Expertise.com out of 90+ D.C.-area firms

05/04/2022

Why Focus on Treating Diseases Instead of Curing Them? - LifeSci Voice

LifeSci Voice features OTMM client American Gene Technologies about the benefits of focusing on finding cures instead of just treatments for disease. Read more: https://loom.ly/mOGR4EA

It’s a tragic irony: So much money has been poured into treating diseases, but far less into actually curing them. The pharmaceutical industry has done an incredible job of developing highly profitable treatments for a wide range of diseases and conditions. Those treatments have generated trillion...

05/02/2022

officially launches. With the media on hand, our client Alquist announces its plans to 3D-print 200 homes in rural communities across the Commonwealth. This is the start of solving the crisis. Learn more: http://ow.ly/xx3w50IW0Bt

04/29/2022

04/15/2022

Bickering Over: The PR Strategy Behind Celebrity & Influencer Brands – with Dulma Altan - OnTheMarcMedia

Celebrity brands are on the rise – especially in the beauty, health, and wellness categories. But did you know there are actually PR strategies behind them? Today’s guest explains that “establishing the founder or CEO as the face of the brand can help form a connection with consumers.”

Check our latest episode diving into the PR strategy behind celebrity and influencer brands with special guest, Dulma Altan. https://loom.ly/TQqvW-U

On The Marc Media is a multimedia communications company specializing in public relations, social media and video production.

04/15/2022

Alquist 3D featured on CBS Evening News

Client in the News: Alquist 3D featured on CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell. Alquist is revolutionizing affordable housing with 3D-printed construction. Next up: Project Virginia. Alquist is building 200 affordable, 3D-printed homes in an effort to revitalize rural and underserved communities throughout Southwest Virginia. https://loom.ly/GBg2lXg

04/14/2022

Some stocks pay you just to hold them: Here's why you should invest in dividend growth stocks

Did you know you could get paid just by holding stocks? Kendall Capital CEO Clark Kendall talks to CNBC about the best investment practices, specifically with dividend growth stocks.

Dividend-paying stocks can be a lucrative form of passive income, plus they hedge against inflation.

04/14/2022

On The Marc Media Featured in Entertainment Tonight’s Coverage of Will Smith Oscar’s Slap Scandal

"Crisis communications requires a steady hand, seasoned judgment, and a strategic perspective. I guess you could say Will Smith nailed the ‘steady hand’ part, but now he needs to use his head and start mending fences — fast." -Marc Silverstein, President & CEO of On The Marc Media. Read more: https://loom.ly/qTtC98I

ROCKVILLE, Md. (PRWEB) April 13, 2022 -- Coast-to-Coast: Marc Silverstein weighs in on Will Smith’s PR crisis, and how the actor can redeem his reputation.

04/13/2022

Does your business have a great story you want the media to hear? Check out our 3 best tips for pitching reporters to get your story in the headlines.

04/12/2022

How the Company Behind TikTok's Viral 3D-Printed Houses Wants to Help Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis

TIME features OTMM client Alquist about their mission to solve the affordable housing crisis through 3D-printed houses. Read more: https://loom.ly/aje29YY

Videos of 3D-homebuilding are racking up tens of millions of views and helping people envision a world in which affordable 3D-printed houses are the new norm

04/11/2022

The word “meta” seems to be in everyone’s vocabulary after a certain company made a name change late last year. But there are two other types of “meta” you should be aware of in the world. Take a look!

04/08/2022

The Clock is Ticking: Will Smith Needs Better PR Advice - OnTheMarcMedia

Since his disastrous outburst at the Oscars, it’s clear Will Smith needs an image rehab STAT. Here’s what Smith really needs to do to fix his rapidly crumbling image.

On The Marc Media is a multimedia communications company specializing in public relations, social media and video production.

04/07/2022

Have you ever wondered if stories can really alter your brand? The answer is YES! Here’s how to utilize them to make your business stand out among the crowd.

04/06/2022

Entertainment Tonight features On The Marc Media CEO Marc Silverstein

The Slap: Entertainment Tonight features On The Marc Media CEO Marc Silverstein with advice on how Will Smith can come back from his Oscars' fiasco. https://loom.ly/JaxvDVE