Paul Duning, Publisher & Co-Founder
paul.duning@capitolcommunicator.com
The idea to create a resource for communications professionals came during the summer of 2002 when Paul took a bubble-imposed sabbatical spending the summer traveling with his family. The idea was to bring a community back together that had been terribly fragmented by 911 and the economic downturn that followed.
Prior to that, Paul spent 30 months as the merger & acquisition lead for a company consolidating communications-related companies in three markets. During that period he met with several hundred communications companies across a broad spectrum of disciplines and was instrumental in bringing together 17 companies. Then came the bust of 2001 and 2002, Paul’s role changed from integrating to re-organizing, which resulted in multiple rounds of difficult layoffs including, in the end, his own.
In early 2004, Paul met Phil Rabin who for many years was co-author of the region's most respected and longest-running advertising and public relations column. In May 2004, Paul and Phil launched DC Communicator, an e-mail newsletter, with the support of EFX Media, West Glen Communications and Real Magnet.
In February 2008 Paul and Phil launched Capitol Communicator. In a partnership with r2integrated, the Capitol Communicator online community was created using the most current social networking technology available. Today, Capitol Communicator serves not only as a community for communicators but as a platform for communications technology exploration.
Paul has had a media diverse career working in production, marketing communications, advertising, media communications and public relations. Paul started his career as a multi-media producer, moved into business development and later management. He was an early adopter of multi-media, electronic publishing, digital printing and new media technologies in the 80s and 90s and then was involved in merger and acquisitions for an integrated communications company in the late 90s. Paul is a native of Tennessee and graduate of the University of Tennessee with an individualized honors degree in multi-media and business.
Contact Paul concerning advertising, sponsorship, Affilliate and business development opportunties.
Phil Rabin, Managing Editor & Co-Founder
phil.rabin@capitolcommunicator.com
For more than two decades, Phil Rabin has reported on developments in communications for The Washington Times, Washington Business Journal, PRWeek and the DC Communicator e-newsletter.
Phil also is vice president/regional manager for West Glen Communications, a firm that helps organizations present their message to the broadcast and Internet media - including public service announcements, broadcast media tours and news releases.
In addition, he has co-chaired the Professional Development Committee of the National Capital Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, and has conducted seminars nationwide on media relations that, in total, have attracted more than 1,000 attendees.
He also has served as public relations director for the Paralyzed Veterans of America and vice president of communications for Defenders of Wildlife. In those positions, he produced more than 100 television public service announcements featuring a wide range of celebrities – from the Harlem Globetrotters to an Olympic gold-medial swimmer. In addition, he was responsible for an e-mail newsletter that reached approximately 500,000 recipients.
A graduate of New York University, he also has been a newscaster with WTOP radio; and was in the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve.
Send news story ideas, art, photos and press releases to Phil.
Digital Marketing & Technology Partner
R2integrated (R2i) is a high growth, next generation digital marketing firm specializing in creating meaningful customer engagement in online environments. R2i provides expertise in social media, marketing and building customer relationships by leveraging online and mobile technologies. R2i offers a comprehensive set of professional services, including marketing, design, and technology to assist companies with next-generation Website development needs. R2i is a national leader in emerging technologies and open-source content management systems, which help customers achieve feature-rich functionality with rapid, cost-effective development. The company was ranked in the Top 100 on the 2010 Inc. Magazine 500 | 5000 advertising and marketing industry list and was most recently listed as an official honoree for the 2011 15th annual Webby Awards. R2i has offices in Baltimore, Boston, Metro DC, and Seattle, has experienced a growth of 337 percent since 2006. To learn more about R2integrated, please visit http://www.r2integrated.com.
Affiliate - Chris raises the visibility of Capitol Communicator through his public relations efforts and is assisting in the expansion into the Baltimore and Annapolis markets by encouraging communications professionals in those markets to contribute content, participate through the SourceBook directory and other advertising venues, and take advantage of the job search function . Chris is a business strategist with expertise in creating content that raises awareness and credibility. From articulating vision for business proposals to highlighting technical prowess in white papers to using social and traditional media, he helps clients establish executive visibility, gain competitive information, achieve SEO, generate leads, recruit staff and promote organizational culture. The results are advantages in sales, partnerships, member satisfaction, and brand value. Web: www.chrisocom.com blog: www.arundelbusinessnews.com
Affiliate - Maurisa produces programming in marketing communications for Capitol Communicator. Maurisa is founder & CEO, marketing and public relations strategist of Spotted MP. She has over 16 years of professional marketing, communications and events experience during which she has developed numerous innovative and customized marketing strategies. She is also experienced in managing communication roll-outs, event planning, public relations and partnership development. Her skills and expertise encompass a variety of sectors such as economic development, hospitality, technology, telecommunications, accounting, fashion and legal services. http://www.spottedmp.com
Affiliate - Jessica is advancing the growth and development of Capitol Communicator in the Baltimore region through planning effective networking events. Watson has 6+ years of design and communication experience, during which she has developed several noteworthy brands, websites and print/web marketing campaigns for her clients. She is presently the creative director at JWatson Creative, a small design firm located in Historic Federal Hill Baltimore. JWatson Creative specializes in developing innovative design solutions for companies and organizations to successfully develop their brand and also ensure its consistency across multiple print and web platforms. Watson also spearheads the A Day in the Life Baltimore Design Conference and serves as a manager for the professional group B’More Creatives. When she is not coming up with the next big innovative idea, you can find her running towards the nearest nature trail or kayaking adventure. http://www.jwatsoncreative.com
Affiliate - Sean spearheads the growth of Capitol Communicator through his efforts to attract new involvement and contributions from the communications profession. Much of his work focuses on connecting the Education community to Capitol Communicator’s professional network by building awareness of continuing education programs and promoting emerging talent. With a keen eye for success and an affinity for networking, Sean concentrates on developing meaningful relationships throughout the Capitol Communicator community. Sean recently graduated from Virginia Tech with an IS-Business degree. In addition to building profitable relationships, he is passionate about food, wine, tweeting, blogging, and populating the World Wide Web with content. Born with a cell phone in his hand, he brings a fresh point of view and a wealth of knowledge involving the latest Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 trends.
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