Year: 2023

RLF Communications Acquires Clairemont Communications

Olivia NolesPublic Relations, Raleigh PR Agency, The Clairemont Team, , , ,

RLF Communications, a full-service public relations agency, acquired Clairemont Communications, a Raleigh-based public relations agency, on December 12. Clairemont founder and CEO Dana Phelps will become chair of RLF and serve on the company’s leadership team.

The acquisition of Clairemont further strengthens RLF’s depth and experience in industries such as manufacturing, real estate development, nonprofits and financial services, while bolstering its existing team in Raleigh. RLF has professionals in Greensboro, Raleigh and Charlotte serving clients conducting business regionally, nationally and globally.

“I have known Dana for nearly 20 years and been deeply impressed with her agency’s commitment to strategy and service for its diverse clients,” said Monty Hagler, CEO of RLF. “Clairemont has been honored with nearly 250 industry awards for its creative, results-oriented campaigns. That experience and knowledge will help us bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our clients.”

Founded in 2010, Clairemont’s clients include real estate developers, manufacturers, hospitality companies and nonprofits. Like RLF, the agency has a strong footprint in the Charlotte region.

“RLF has an outstanding reputation as one of the premier public relations agencies in North Carolina,” said Phelps. “It’s culture and dedication to providing insightful strategy and personalized service align closely with our approach to working with clients, and we are delighted to be joining forces.”

This is the second acquisition for RLF this year. In January, the firm acquired Raleigh-based BAERING Group.

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Coverage of Brookfield Residential Townhomes at Wendell Falls!

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Clairemont client, Wendell Falls, recently announced that 122 brand-new Brookfield Residential townhomes are coming to the community!

With versatile designs and customization options at a valuable price point in a prime location, these townhomes are exactly what buyers are currently seeking in the Raleigh market. In addition, these townhomes are very similar to previously sold-out offerings at Wendell Falls, making this a great opportunity to secure media coverage for our client in the Triangle Business Journal.

In the article, Tanya Matzen, vice president of operations for Brookfield Properties, shares details about the layout and features of the value townhomes along with amenities residents will have access to.

Read the full feature in the Triangle Business Journal, and check out our other recent Wendell Falls features here.

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Securing coverage for a critical firefighter recruitment campaign

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The North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs (NCAFC), in partnership with the International Association of Fire Chiefs, recently launched a critical firefighter recruitment campaign across 14 North Carolina departments and associations. Research shows that since 2020, North Carolina has lost 4,963 volunteer firefighters, making this recruitment effort more critical than ever.

The campaign is part of the Workforce Solutions program designed to help North Carolina’s fire departments achieve a viable and sustainable volunteer firefighter workforce. The program is a nationally-funded grant awarded to the NCAFC to enhance the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters.

With October being Fire Prevention Month, Clairemont and The Felice Agency saw this as a newsworthy opportunity for the client. Together, we secured coverage for the critical firefighter recruitment campaign in 14+ media outlets across North Carolina, including:

Learn more about our work with the NCAFC here.

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Securing coverage for commercial developments at Wendell Falls!

Olivia NolesClairemont Client News,

When designing Wendell Falls, the team envisioned bringing together residential, natural, commercial and retail spaces to create a community based on new ways to live and work. Some dismissed it as an impossible dream, but today, Wendell Falls has blossomed into a lively and eclectic community that defies the odds and dares to think differently.

In addition to the conveniences that are already in Wendell Falls, this year, the master-planned community has welcomed five new businesses, including Starbucks, Don Beto’s Tacos and Tequila, Jersey Mike’s, Elements Massage and Parkside, a local Raleigh favorite. And there’s a lot more where that came from, with plans to welcome even more to Treelight Square, the community’s bustling retail and dining destination, along with additional retail, office and residential selections.

Clairemont saw this as a newsworthy opportunity for our client and secured coverage for the recent commercial developments at Wendell Falls in the Triangle Business Journal. In the article, Tanya Matzen, vice president of operations for Brookfield Properties, shares details about the upcoming plans along with photos of the now-open restaurants and conveniences in Treelight Square.

Read the full feature in the Triangle Business Journal to learn more about the recent commercial developments at Wendell Falls, and check out our other recent Wendell Falls features here.

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Raleigh named Best Place to Live

Olivia NolesIn Our Community, Raleigh PR Agency, , ,

Over the last few years, more and more people have been falling in love with Raleigh and choosing our city as their home, so it’s no surprise that the city has been recognized as a best place to live.

Raleigh is the second-fastest-growing metro in the country and was recently named:

Raleigh received these rankings based on studies that compare climate, education, economy and quality of life in major cities. It was found that people love Raleigh for a variety of reasons, including its:

  • Mild climate
  • Excellent food
  • Endless recreational opportunities
  • Ample green space
  • Outstanding education
  • Diversity
  • Innovation
  • And small-town feel

“One of my favorite things about Raleigh is all the small businesses and local restaurants,” said Olivia Noles, account coordinator at Clairemont Communications. “There are always festivals and pop-up shops where you can discover new local businesses and artisans, especially around the holidays. I also love that the mountains and beach are both around three hours away, which makes weekend getaways easy.”

Looking for a PR agency in the Raleigh area? Learn more about our services here and contact us!

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