Leverage Media's Michael Winkleman to Speak at August Marketing Luncheon

ALBANY, NY (08/01/2007)(readMedia)-- The New York Capital Region chapter of the American Marketing Association will host a luncheon event with guest speaker Mr. Michael Winkleman who will discuss how custom publishing gets key messages across without clutter or the presence of competitors at 11:30 am on Thursday, August 9, 2007 at Wolferts Roost Country Club on Van Rensselaer Blvd. in Albany.

Michael Winkleman, President and Chief Creative Officer of Leverage Media, will reveal how custom publishing has become one of the hottest marketing trends currently blurring the lines between marketing and journalism. Mr. Winkleman will address many mediums ranging from traditional magazine publishing to new social media such as podcasts, blogs and e-newsletters.

Join us by reserving your place now! Pre-pay by credit card online at www.nymarketing.org. Register by e-mail at events@nymarketing.org, or by calling the AMA Reservation Line (518-533-2522). Cost is $25 for members, $35 for non-members and $20 for students (please note: all student registrations require pre-payment via credit or debit card). The deadline for all reservations is Monday, August 6 at 4:00 pm. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance or you will be charged the full amount.

About American Marketing Association American Marketing Association (AMA) is the world's largest and most comprehensive professional society of marketers, consisting of nearly 50,000 worldwide members in 72 chapters throughout North America. Since 1992, the New York Capital Region Chapter of the American Marketing Association has been committed to recognizing and encouraging the best practices in the field of marketing and helping to elevate the profession. The chapter provides an opportunity to learn from and network with more than 400 marketing professionals in the Capital Region.

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