2011 Holiday Mixer Announced with the Albany Ad Club, NYCRAMA, WPC and AWM

ALBANY, NY (11/22/2011)(readMedia)-- The Capital District chapters of the Ad Club, American Marketing Association, Women's Press Club and Alliance for Women in Media are pleased to announce this year's holiday mixer at the Albany Institute of History and Art on Thursday, December 1, 2011. An annual event, this holiday networking event raises funds for a different local charity each year. This year we're proud to support the victims of Hurricane Irene via the Schoharie County Community Action Program. Donations will also be accepted for silent auction and raffle items.

WHEN: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Albany Institute of History and Art - 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, N.Y.

PRICING: Cost is $30 for members, non-members and students. To make your reservation, please visit www.nymarketing.org.

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About the American Marketing Association

The American Marketing Association (AMA) is the largest marketing association in North America. A professional association for marketing leaders, thinkers and doers, it is the only organization that brings together marketers across all specialties to collaborate and inspire one another. Through relevant information, comprehensive education and targeted networking, the AMA assists marketers in deepening their expertise, elevating their careers and ultimately, achieving better results. For more information on the American Marketing Association, visit www.MarketingPower.com.

About NYCRAMA

The New York Capital Region chapter of the American Marketing Association is the premier Tech Valley association for marketing professionals. Since 1992, NYCRAMA has been dedicated to elevating the marketing profession by delivering career development, educational opportunities, and promoting best practices for winning and keeping customers. The chapter provides an opportunity to learn from and network with hundreds of marketing professionals in the Capital Region. Find out more at www.nymarketing.org.

About the Women's Press Club of New York State, Inc.

The Women's Press Club of New York State, Inc., is a nonprofit organization formed in 1966 by a small group of women journalists committed to supporting women in journalism and communications. Today, the organization's members include women and men who work for radio and television stations, newspapers, government agencies, nonprofit organizations and private companies, as well as freelance writers, entrepreneurs and students. The WPCNYS provides support, professional development, programming, mentoring and networking opportunities for New Yorkers in the field.

About the Albany Ad Club

The Albany Ad Club brings together professionals interested in advertising, public relations and marketing to foster cooperation, education and networking among its members. For more information, log onto www.albanyadclub.com.