Archive for October 2010

New networking events launched for Kent

Recognising the need for a powerful network of individuals in this current climate, the Kent Branch has recently launched a series of free networking events aimed at anyone working in, or wishing to work in, marketing.  Open to both members and non-members, these events will give individuals the opportunity to chat with fellow professionals in [...]

Navigating a Social Media Crisis – a great success

With over 80 attendees from a range of different organisations present to hear Clarence Mitchell from LEWIS PR speak on using social media in crisis management, once again the CIM Kent Annual Marketing Lecture was a great success. Held in Old Sessions House at Canterbury Christ Church University, the lecture focused on the fact that [...]

No Man is an Island

In an earlier post I mentioned the value of networking and included some basic tips on successful networking.   Building on this, I would say that one of the key benefits of having a vibrant network of contacts is the ability to enter into partnerships (either formal or informal) which are mutually beneficial. A key tenet [...]