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LKM is assisting The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art with ongoing national public relations and making a special effort to promote the arrival of the BMW Art Car on May 10. The museum will host the first BMW Art Car painted by artist Alexander Calder from BMW’s special collection. www.bmwusanews.com/artsandculture The car will be on display in the main lobby, May 10-20. The car was painted by artist Alexander Calder in 1975; Calder’s works are also on exhibit at the new modern art museum in uptown Charlotte.

The arrival of the car coincides with the opening of the neighboring NASCAR Hall of Fame on May 11. Visitors to the Bechtler can view the Calder BMW Art Car during regular museum hours with the purchase of an admission ticket. The museum will open on Tuesday, May 11, for the grand opening of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. (The museum is normally closed on Tuesdays.) Ticket holders for the NASCAR Hall of Fame will receive a discount if they visit the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art on May 11.

LKM client, The North Carolina Film Office, recently received marketing awards for its creative work at the 25th annual Locations Trade Show in Santa Monica, California. The Association of Film Commissioners International, which represents more than 300 film commissions worldwide, presented the first place in the direct marketing category for “The North Carolina Los Angeles Reception Invitation;” first place honors in the display category for its “Giant North Carolina Rocking Chair Installation;” and honors for t-shirt design.

The distinctive, 10-foot N.C. rocker made into a director’s chair communicates the state brand as a film-friendly and relaxing place to work. Several chairs are located in executive offices at DreamWorks, Alcon, Paramount, and Warner Brothers.

Nominated by its client Simonini Builders, LKM was recognized as a finalist for the 2009 Charlotte Regional Ethics in Business Award presented by the Charlotte Chapter of the Society of Financial Service Professionals.

Charlotte Business Journal included LKM in its annual “Fast 50” ranking in October 2009 based on the firm’s dollar and percentage growth over a three-year period.

Charlotte Chamber of Commerce After Hours Networking Social

$15 for non-members - Includes two drinks & hors d'oeuvres by Delectables by Holly Catering
5:30pm - 7:30pm at LKM, Thursday, April 15

Design thinking and creativity are fueling our economic development and shaping new leadership. Creative capital is spurring innovations in processes, services and products. Join us in the conversation as right and left brains from business, creative and academic pursuits network and enjoy an evening together. We will raise a glass of North Carolina wine or beer to the idea economy we are all helping shape.

RSVP
LKM guests are invited to come for free. Just let us know you are coming, so we can add you to the guest list. Please send your name and email to Charlotte.event@lkmideas.com.

Giveaways
VIP Pass to World Innovation Forum being held in June in NY
Family Pass Valued at $90 to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Romance Package at Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips Place

LKM Promotes Nina Holbrook to Partner Programs Manager

Nina Holbrook advances to Partner Programs Manager for the North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development account at LKM.

CHARLOTTE, NC (Nov. 5, 2009) LKM, a Charlotte-based strategic communications agency, has promoted Nina Holbrook to Partner Programs Manager for the North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development account. Holbrook’s creative thinking, passion for technology and communication skills landed her the new position.

As the Partner Programs Manager, Holbrook is responsible for partner program development and execution. She will provide coordination between web, print and online disciplines for these programs and work closely with all team members to assure positive outcomes for partners, the Division of Tourism and LKM.

“Here at LKM, Nina is a key person in building the client’s online presence,” says Donna Forbes, president of the agency. “Her collaboration with multiple disciplines, knowledge of website development and insight into online trends is vital in expanding brands.”