MLS Columbus Crew SC

Crew Selects Fahlgren Mortine As Public Relations Agency Of Record

Published on January 26, 2006 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Columbus Crew SC News Release


COLUMBUS, Ohio (Thursday, January 26, 2006) - The Columbus Crew today announced that it has engaged Columbus-based Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations to help further build its brand image as a diverse sports and entertainment enterprise anchored by Ohio's major league soccer club.

"Fahlgren Mortine is an ideal partner to work with our organization in advancing our communications strategy and message," said Crew General Manager Mark McCullers. "The Crew is a key community asset so extending our reach and sphere of influence is a logical progression in the growth of our organization. Fahlgren Mortine understands our opportunities and high expectations as a community leader and contributor."

"The Crew has an outstanding opportunity to raise its visibility, both as a unique and fan-accessible sport and as a host to concerts and other entertainment activities. We are very excited about partnering with the Crew to develop communications strategies and deliver its message," said Neil Mortine, president of Fahlgren Mortine. "The Crew is one of the defining assets of our city and is a valuable asset to youth, community organizations and the economic development throughout Ohio. We are delighted to be a part of the team."

About the Columbus Crew

The Columbus Crew is Ohio's Major League Soccer club, anchoring a diverse sports and entertainment enterprise. A charter member of Major League Soccer (1996), The Crew has a legacy of firsts, including the first major-league stadium built specifically for soccer in the United States. For more information, visit www.thecrew.com.

About Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations (www.fahlgren.com)

Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations, Columbus, Ohio, is a wholly owned business unit of Fahlgren, Inc. The firm offers the full range of corporate and marketing public relations services to clients looking to build brands, influence public opinion and enhance reputation. Work is local, regional and national in scope and includes consumer, business-to-business and information technology sectors. Fahlgren Inc. is one of the nation's top 100 communications agencies with more than $188 million in 2004 billings. The company employs 138 communications professionals in five states and provides public relations, investor relations, advertising, direct marketing, retail sales promotion, sports marketing and Web-based services.




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