6 tips for taking control in media interviews In an effort to be prepared for any interview requests related to the farmer's market press release I wrote, I thought it would be wise to get some media training tips and share them with you. BP Oil probably should have read these, right?
Thursday, August 26, 2010
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Green Your Church Renovations/Repairs/Upgrades with Federal Funds
Green churches to receive federal funds savannahnow.com Since I didn't make it to church today, I am tithing my time in finding green renovation resources for a local church. Creation care has yet to hit the radar of many black churches. I'm not sure of why that is, when so many African Americans are impacted by a polluted environment, toxic personal care products, poor overly processed, salty, fatty diets and consequently, suffer from poor health. Blacks can really benefit from green job opportunities, but are often clueless and can definitely experience reductions in utility costs if we would take advantage of energy saving devices and weatherization programs available for low income families. The church could be very influential in leading the effort on greening and cleaning our communities and our planet (Gen 2:15). I could go on, but I won't. I will share some of the resources that I found in my research for churches interested in moving in this direction as they renovate older historic buildings or build new sanctuaries.
1) Nccecojustice.org - two great green church building resource documents online
2) Interfaithpowerandlight.org - More resources - referenced in the article above
3) American Baptist Church Extension Corp - 800-222-3872 x2480 (haven't vetted this number yet)
4) EnergyStar.gov - look for congregation services
5) Speak with local sustainability groups and representatives from your state's energy department
6) Ask your local electricity supplier if energy audits can be conducted for free for churches
God bless you and your search for Eden!
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Sunny Delight Goes Zero Waste | Business | GreenBiz.com
Sunny Delight Goes Zero Waste Business GreenBiz.com I'm not a big Sunny D fan, but those of you that are, good news. More companies are seeing the green in going green.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Fresh Food Oasis Comes to Cincinnati Urban Food Desert in Avondale
Finally! Here is my press release for the Summerville Farmer's Market in Cincinnati. I will send to several local news sources. Hopefully we can get some free publicity. The formatting is a little funky on Blogger tonight, so please forgive the sheared margin. Business is picking up, but we are still looking for vendors, volunteers and customers. As we execute the marketing plan I developed, we hope to see Summerville's financial health thrive and grow along with that of the community!
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| Lisa crafted, constructed and installed this sign for the market FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Lisa A. Bussey 317Bussey@gmail.com Gloria Ware bn2g@gmail.com Public Contact: Lisa A. Bussey 317Bussey@gmail.com WEST END RESIDENT AND BUSINESSWOMAN BRINGS FRESH PRODUCE TO URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD OF AVONDALE Cincinnati has one less "food desert", thanks to the efforts of West End resident and Avondale businesswoman , Lisa Bussey. Seeking to fill the produce gap in the diets of area residents, Ms. Bussey has opened the Summerville Farmers Market at 3166 Reading Road in the heart of the Avondale neighborhood.Summerville will be the area's first outdoor market and will offer a selection of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Much of the produce is grown on the premises and is often picked to order fresh from the onsite garden. This unique feature thrills patrons of the market, as it offers superior taste and creates a connection to the food, something which has become lost in the past years as more of our food is imported from around the world and developed with a priority for enduring extended shipping times over tasting good.The market is a labor of love for Ms. Bussey, who cleared the once vacant urban lot, managed the garden and built much of the existing infrastructure and with her own hands. Having a Masters in Urban Planning from the University of Cincinnati, she realizes the potential for the market to revitalize the physical and economic health of the community. She envisions the market as a catalyst and gathering place to not only improve the health of the community, but she plans to work with local residents interested in becoming vendors to expand product offerings to include honey, baked goods and various crafts. As the market grows and financially supports a permanent market structure, her goal is to provide green job training and employment opportunities in the area of construction, facilities maintenance and landscaping for the area's unemployed citizens.Openings are currently available for vendors seeking to market their goods. The Summerville Farmers Market hours are Saturdays 11am-3pm and Sundays Noon-4pm and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cards are accepted. Please contact Ms. Bussey for more information. |
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