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Calypso Communications Expands Emerging Media Capabilities and New Market Development Expertise

September 15, 2010 by: admin

Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a full-service strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, today announces its expansion to serve a growing client roster of energy, healthcare, and technology clients. PJ Solomon and Caitlin Evvard join the agency as director of market development and emerging media specialist, respectively, bringing highly sought-after expertise to Calypso’s integrated team approach.

Solomon will focus strategic growth efforts in the energy and alternative power industries to boost Calypso’s already robust practice. Having previously held several senior level sales and marketing positions at tech-savvy firms such as Facebook and Monster, his 15 years of experience will add valuable business and technology insight. Solomon will tailor the agency’s offering of specialty services, including media training and crisis management, to create effective, customized solutions for prospective clients.

Evvard will focus on social media and Web marketing initiatives, leveraging the latest technology, tools, and communication trends to offer clients online opportunities that impact their competitive growth. A recent recipient of an Inbound Marketing Certification from HubSpot, Caitlin will integrate her knowledge of the dynamic landscape of online communication and Web presence management with the agency’s suite of expert marketing, communications, and creative services.

PJ and Caitlin bring fresh perspectives and insights essential to developing effective communication strategies and, most importantly, measurable results,” said Kevin Stickney, founder of Calypso Communications. “Their energy and expertise will fuel our continued growth. We’re thrilled to welcome them to the team.”

Solomon holds a B.A. in Advertising from Syracuse University and resides in Amesbury, Massachusetts with his wife, two sons, and Chocolate Labrador, Crosby. Evvard graduated from Keene State College with a B.A. in Communications. She resides in Rochester, New Hampshire.

Calypso Communications Chosen to Promote 2010 Urban Rappelling Fundraiser Xtreme Descent

August 9, 2010 by: admin

Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a full-service strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, was recently selected by the Daniel Webster Council of the Boy Scouts of America to help coordinate, publicize, and promote the second annual Xtreme Descent, an exciting adventure-based fundraising event for New Hampshire scouting. Calypso will provide expert services including public and media relations, Web development and design, social media strategies, and creative consultation for the urban rappelling challenge. Last year Calypso helped Xtreme Descent raise $50,000 to support the Daniel Webster Council.

“With the success of Xtreme Descent in 2009, Calypso was the obvious choice to take this year’s event to the next level,” said Joe Wiltrout, Director of Finance Services for the Daniel Webster Council. “We look forward to continuing the collaboration now and in the future.”

Highly sought for its comprehensive knowledge and in-depth experience with organizations at all levels of development across numerous industries, Calypso’s tailored approach and boutique focus have made it the agency of choice for diverse non-profit organizations.

With goals to secure 100 participants and raise $100,000, 2010’s Xtreme Descent offers a new twist: participants will have the opportunity to rappel down the 24-story Brady Sullivan building, one of the state’s tallest, during the day or at night. A variety of family-friendly activities, including food and games, also will be available. The event will be held on September 24 and 25 in the Brady Sullivan Plaza at 1000 Elm Street in Manchester, New Hampshire.

For more information, please contact Greg Osborn, marketing and public relations director for the Daniel Webster Council of the Boy Scouts of America, at greg.osborn@scouting.org or 603-625-6431 ext. 108.

“Clark & Claire” Wins Big at “Best Of” 48-Hour Film Project

August 2, 2010 by: admin

“Clark & Claire” (www.clarkandclaire.com), an original film by Carry On Productions, was recently honored with three awards at the 48-Hour Film Project’s “Best Of” screening. A short Western film about a cowboy who makes a major life change, “Clark & Claire” won awards for Best Acting, Best Cinematography, and Best Musical Score in addition to the Audience Award, which it landed at the premiere showing in June. The production company was founded by Jay Childs...

Seacoast Creatives’ “Clark & Claire” in the Running for the New Hampshire 48 Hour Film Project’s “Best of City” Award

June 23, 2010 by: admin

Carry On Productions, a joint effort by Calypso Communications’ (www.calypsocom.com) creative director Mike Teixeira and JBC Communications’ (www.jbccom.com) founder Jay Childs, today announces its short film “Clark & Claire” is among the top 12 selected for the Second Annual New Hampshire 48 Hour Film Project (48HFP) “Best Of” screening on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at the Red River Theater (www.redrivertheaters.org) in Concord. The film, a light-hearted Western about a cowboy trying to find himself, has...

The Music Hall Selects Calypso Communications to Advance Corporate Partner Initiatives

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Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a full-service strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, recently renewed its partnership with The Music Hall (www.themusichall.org), a landmark Victorian theater in Portsmouth, to generate excitement and value for the historic theater’s Corporate Partnership Program. For the fifth consecutive year, Calypso will provide expert marketing, public and media relations, and strategic counsel services to help the nationally recognized theater create meaningful and mutually valuable relationships with its many corporate partners....

Pecha Kucha Night Returns to Portsmouth Gas Light Co. on Thursday, June 24

June 18, 2010 by: admin

Pecha Kucha Night will return to Portsmouth on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 7 p.m. in the third floor night club of the Portsmouth Gas Light Co. at 64 Market Street. The event, sponsored by Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), will bring together some of the area’s most inspired minds to share valuable insights on a variety of topics in a unique 6 minute and 40 second format.

Pecha Kucha’s distinct presentation style allows speakers 20 PowerPoint slides and 20 seconds of commentary per slide, encouraging a concise approach to sharing the topic of his or her choice that effectively engages the audience. Speakers at the upcoming event include writer and photographer Stephanie Cornell, Sheesley Production & Talent founder Bob Sheesley, illustrator and graphic designer Abbie Halpin, Lightfin Studios founder DJ Haskins, and Heartwood Media president and creative director Chris Conroy, among others.

The brainchild of Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham of Klein Dytham Architecture in Tokyo, Pecha Kucha originated in 2003 as a platform for young designers to meet, network, and display their work to the public. It has since evolved, emerging as an intersection of creative and business mindshare popular worldwide: nearly 300 cities across the globe host more than 60 PK Nights every month.

Portsmouth’s PK Night is free and open to the public. Event organizers will be collecting donations on behalf of Architecture for Humanity, a group that supports construction development in Haiti. For more information please visit the Facebook event page here. Those interested in presenting at this or future events should contact Mike Teixeira at 603-431-0816 or visit www.calypsocom.com.

New England Fertilizer Company Partners with Calypso Communications for Brand Identity Revitalization

May 10, 2010 by: admin

Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, has been selected to provide comprehensive branding services to New England Fertilizer Company (NEFCO), a leading developer and operator of heat drying and pelletization facilities in the United States.

Calypso will create, design, and implement an integrated brand revitalization campaign for NEFCO as the company significantly expands its strategic business objectives. This campaign includes strategic development and design of a new logo, messaging, website, trade show booth, and collateral materials.

“As we approach two decades of operation, we are confident that the marketing expertise of Calypso Communications will help solidify our brand persona and introduce new areas of focus, thus helping us differentiate ourselves from the competition,” said NEFCO general manager Jim Sullivan.

NEFCO currently operates one of the world’s premier biosolids dewatering, drying, and granulation facilities in Quincy, Massachusetts, and has served Boston and 43 surrounding communities for the past 18 years. NEFCO also operates facilities in North Andover, Massachusetts; Shakopee, Minnesota; and West Palm Beach, Florida and is developing a new facility in Cumberland, Maryland.

“NEFCO is poised to become an industry leader in the next several years,” said Kevin Stickney, founder of Calypso Communications. “We are delighted to be working with such an innovative pioneer in the biosolids industry that is rapidly reshaping the way communities manage and renew their water and wastewater resources. NEFCO adds further depth to Calypso’s comprehensive, focused portfolio of alternative energy and technology clients.”

Energy Industry Insight and Experience Win Calypso Communications Contract with Unitil Corporation

April 14, 2010 by: admin

Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a full-service strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, recently announced its strategic partnership with natural gas and electricity provider Unitil Corporation (www.unitil.com). Calypso was selected for its depth of experience in the power generation industry and extensive scope of expert services. The agency will provide ongoing communication strategies that include expert branding, public and media relations campaigns, Web development and design, and creative consultation. In addition, Calypso will support initiatives...

Calypso Communications Offers Crisis Management Tips to Energy Industry Professionals

February 1, 2010 by: admin

Calypso Communications (www.calypsocom.com), a full-service strategic marketing, corporate communications, and business development consultancy, today presents crisis management recommendations to alternative and renewable energy generation and environmental technology professionals. Calypso, nationally recognized for its in-depth knowledge of the power industry, designed the tips to prepare energy experts and companies at all levels of development for a range of crises in this constantly evolving field. “The energy industry is ripe for crises that are not always limited...

Calypso Communications & Strategic Carbon Initiative Advance Partnership, Funding Search

January 28, 2010 by: admin

Agency’s Renewable Energy Experience Helps Startup Raise Visibility New Hampshire-based Calypso Communications and Washington, D.C.-based Strategic Carbon Initiative, LLC (SCI), which teamed last year to meet international demand for integrated carbon-based management and exploration, are rapidly expanding awareness of the unique carbon science and strategy firm. The new enterprise will target carbon sequestration, methane hydrate energy exploration, and the assessment of natural ecosystem attenuation potential and protocol for global oil and gas majors, private industries,...