“Thank you, Bob, for your great PR through the years. Without your help, Wrightsville Beach and the Blockade Runner would not be where they are today. Together, we had many great events, occasions, hurricanes, and pandemics. You helped push and pull us through these exciting times. Words cannot express our heartfelt appreciation…”
Bill Baggett, former co-owner of Blockade Runner Beach Resort
“We couldn’t be more pleased with Bob’s publicity work. In 5 years, we’ve seen an incredible 57% increase in our event attendance, thanks to his deep understanding of the publicity field.”
Tony Avent, Proprietor
“Bob, I very much appreciate all of the work you have done with CHS and the great results we have experienced. You have accomplished all that we had hoped for and more in terms of media coverage and awareness for the cause.“
“Wishing you well, and hope we will have another opportunity to work together in the future!”
Brian Maness, President, and CEO, Children’s Home Society of North Carolina
“Thank you, NC Press Release, for the amazing coverage over the last two months. Hundreds of news outlets throughout the world have shared our story written by this Raleigh, North Carolina company owned by Robert Butler.”
Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director, The Filling Station, Jones County, North Carolina
“North Carolina Press Release worked extensively to promote the Wings Over Wayne Air Show … Their efforts played a large part in spreading awareness and helped attract a record crowd of more than 220,000 people.”
SSgt. Chuck “Dragline” Broadway, Public Affairs, 4th Fighter Wing, Seymour Johnson AFB
“You are amazing. Thank you so much for your help.”
SSgt. Michael Charles, Public Affairs, 4th Fighter Wing, Seymour Johnson AFB
“Special Olympics North Carolina is extremely pleased with the tremendous amount of awareness NC Press Release generated for our Over the Edge fundraising events in Raleigh and Charlotte. As a result of Robert’s services, we received unprecedented publicity in our sixth year of hosting Over the Edge. We are very thankful and appreciative of his guidance and professionalism throughout the campaign!”
Keith L. Fishburne, Special Olympics NC President/CEO
“Robert and his team at North Carolina Press Release were the consummate professionals and a real pleasure with which to work! Robert Butler was able to create an amazing amount of print, TV, and social media, within the state and around the country for the BikeLoud! campaign. We could not be happier with the results. Thanks again for a job well done!”
Sarah and Kirk Owen, BikeLoud! Committee
“Wings Over Wayne Air Show crowned Event of the Year in North Carolina, attracted more than 230,000 people to the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base biennial aerial and static aircraft displays. Presented annually by the NC Association of Festivals and Events, Ashlin Glatthar received the award in Charlotte at the ShowFest Conference on behalf of Travel & Tourism for Goldsboro-Wayne County.” (Note: NC Press Release began promoting the SJAFB Air Show in 2011)
North Carolina Association of Festivals & Events
“NC press release has done a phenomenal job of getting the word out about our events across the state, the US, and the world. The success we’ve had with Robert and his guidance has been invaluable in the growth of our events and brand.”
John Beausang, Co-Race Director, The Carolina Cup, Publisher, The Distressed Mullet
“On behalf of the entire Save the Fox Committee, Carl and I would like to thank Robert Butler for the fantastic PR he provided for us. Much of the media coverage and nationwide awareness was a result of Bob’s efforts, and we are so grateful. Thank you, Bob!”
Julia Kemp Smith and Carl Fox, Save the Fox Committee
“I just wanted to take a moment to thank Robert Butler for the support and behind-the-scenes publicity he has given the Save The Fox effort. This man is a Public Relations Beast! We were able to register over 400 people at this weekend’s event, and through Robert’s national exposure, the daily online requests for kits have more than doubled since the Save The Fox effort began. We have countless calls from other states, and letters and emails continue to pour in from people telling stories of how they know Carl and want to do whatever they can to help.”
Sheriff Charles Blackwood, Save the Fox Committee
“Robert is an incredibly thoughtful and talented professional. His campaigns have consistently made a positive impact, increasing awareness and participation in our programs and improving our ability to raise funds to expand charity services. I recommend Robert and North Carolina Press Release to anyone who is serious about taking their program to the next level. “
Note: Indo Jax Charities is a 501©(3) nonprofit providing free programs to empower medically fragile, special needs, and disadvantaged children.
Jack Viorel, Indo Jax Charities
“I can’t thank you enough for the outstanding work you did in promoting our Charlotte Race for the Cure! You are an amazing partner, and I truly appreciate all that you do … I really like collaborating with you and admire your work.”
Lynda Anello, Director of Marketing and Communications, Susan G. Komen Charlotte
“Thank you, Robert, for all that you have done to make this year’s East Coast Shag Classic a huge success! I have received so many compliments on the article you produced of Angie’s story, not to mention the awareness it has brought to our organization.“
Elizabeth Barnes, Executive Director & Board Chair, Women of Hope
“The bone marrow registration drive at University Place was fantastic! Almost 400 people joined the Save the Fox campaigns this week. Additionally, we experienced an increase in online requests for registration kits of 50 to 100 per day since posting the Carl Fox story and campaign.“
Jodee Ruppel, Director of Donor Recruitment, Delete Blood Cancer, DKMS
“Airlie Gardens had a wonderful year with Enchanted Airlie. All nights, with the exception of one Thursday, were sold out. I think the combination of our planned marketing campaign and the help you provided with public relations and media coverage put us over the top this year. I imagine we will continue to see some of the effects of the national and international exposure you were able to provide. I look forward to continuing our partnership …”
“Thanks again for your help with Enchanted Airlie,”
Tara Duckworth, Parks and Gardens Director, New Hanover County, North Carolina
“I want to express the deep appreciation of the members of the Board of Directors of HD Reach for a job well done in spreading awareness of Huntington’s Disease leading up to the HSG [International Symposium in Charlotte]. Your work spread information to over 50,000 readers from around the world, and more than 15,000 first-time visitors found our website… The effect of the awareness campaign in North Carolina will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.”
Mary Edmondson, MD, Board Chair
“The publicity for the [NC Holiday] Flotilla has been amazing. Huge thanks to you, Robert Butler, and all those who have worked so hard to promote our beach and this event … Good job.”
Linda Brown, Board of Directors, North Carolina Holiday Flotilla
“I highly recommend Robert Butler and NC Press Release to assist with press release and public relations activities … I was the Public Affairs officer for the 4th Fighter Wing’s Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Air Show … Mr. Butler’s efforts and assistance resulted in a record-breaking attendance of 175,000 people.”
1st Lt. Keavy Rake, Chief, Public Affairs, 20th Fighter Wing, Shaw AFB, SC
“On behalf of the BikeLoud! Crew and Committee, I commend the outstanding work by Robert Butler to increase awareness about cancers that impact teenagers and their families. Robert’s professionalism, persistence, and dedication resulted in securing global publicity, including print, radio, television, social media, and on-site appearances by the Crew. We continue to receive requests for information and contributions!”
Dale Baron, BikeLoud! Committee, Publicity
“By working with NC Press Release, we were able to elevate our media reach to a whole new level. Robert Butler’s expert strategies and ability to maintain one-on-one contact with media editors and reporters throughout our entire campaign resulted in more in-depth coverage than we’ve ever achieved for our premier annual fundraising event, [Komen Charlotte] Race for the Cure. With the help of NC Press Release, we raised $1.3 million to fulfill our mission to help underserved women in our community and end breast cancer forever.”
Lynda Stadler, Director of Marketing & Communications, Susan G. Komen Charlotte
“On behalf of the Huntington Study Group, I am writing to thank you for your time, dedication, and efforts to make the HSG International Symposium in Charlotte a great success. HSG was incredibly well-attended thanks largely to your efforts.”
“Your contributions were truly invaluable, and we appreciate your commitment to the Huntington Study Group, community, and dedication to treatments that make a difference for Huntington disease. We look forward to your continued participation in HSG programming going forward.”
Shari Kinel, JD, Huntington Study Group Executive Director, Rochester, NY
“We worked with Robert and NC Press Release to enhance the image and visibility of the Foundation’s Azalea Festival Home Tour. Robert did that extremely well, getting our message into new markets and seen by new audiences. He is creative and easy to work with, and we know that our tour reached new consumers. The tour was the best ever for the Foundation.”
George W. Edwards, Executive Director, Historic Wilmington Foundation
“We are very happy with NC Press Release and the additional media visibility generated for the Historic Wilmington Foundation Azalea Festival Home Tour. The tour was record-breaking for us, and NC Press Release was surely a driver for that.”
Laura Trivett, Special Events and Marketing Director, Historic Wilmington Foundation
“The Surf to Sound Challenge was a wonderful weekend. We were thrilled to be included and heard so many positive comments from participants… The media coverage you garnered was impressive and continued long past the event!”
Joanne Harcke, Friends of the Reserve, North Carolina Coastal Reserve, and National Estuarine Research Reserve
“NC Press Release provided outstanding media services promoting the Wings Over Wayne Air Show. Their unique media network ensured Seymour Johnson Air Force Base reached key community influencers and government representatives throughout the state to join us in our Salute to North Carolina. Attendance reached an all-time high of 175,000 visitors. Thank you, NC Press Release…”
Robin K. DeMark, 4th Fighter Wing/Public Affairs, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, USAF, Re: ”Seymour Johnson Air Show Salutes NC for “Unwavering Support”
“Thanks, Bob! Thanks for all you did…the press releases, the emails, the Hispanic versions, the film magazines, and online contacts, the energy getting the buzz number up, especially with the different organizations (all the UCP chapters throughout the US, WOW!), seeding the Facebook pages, contacting Cucalorus and Screen Gems….the list goes on and on.“
“You’ve been a busy man the last couple of weeks, and I just want you to know how much we appreciate all your efforts and hard work. Being #1 in rating and most visited is a great achievement, and we owe a lot of that success to you.“
“With all these press releases and contacts you’ve made, “Certain Proof” is much more widely known than two weeks ago….”
Ray Ellis, Owner, Footpath Pictures, Inc., Raleigh, NC, Re: ”Certain Proof” | Vail Film Festival
“…it is wonderful to see Kay up there at the top of the list where she belongs! When we returned, we also learned that we have been accepted by the Seattle True Independent Film Festival. …we got our first clicks in Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. I figured it must have something to do with that (Hispanic) press release you sent!”
Susan Ellis, Owner, Footpath Pictures, Raleigh, NC, Re: ”Certain Proof” / Vail Film Festival
“We appreciate all you did for the Epicurean Evening benefit for the Methodist Home for Children…”
Missy Sumrell, Chair, Epicurean Evening, Wilmington, NC
“…working with NC Press Release, the Blockade Runner has increased our statewide and nationwide exposure for numerous events. The ability to reach our in-state market for major events held at the property has increased our room sales as well as our number of event participants. I look forward to continued success with NC Press Release. Thank you, Robert. It has been a pleasure working with you!”
Jason St. Clair, Director of Marketing, Blockade Runner Beach Resort, Wrightsville Beach, NC
“Bob, thank you for your expert research, recommendations, and assistance with our marketing and public relations program at Blockade Runner. Your creative and visionary counsel enabled the team to maximize branding and media impact while attracting major events and implementing a world-class, year-round public relations program.”
William J. Baggett, Co-owner, Blockade Runner Beach Resort, Wrightsville Beach, NC
“Robert Butler was the point person for Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committees’ expansion of our focused press release and events marketing efforts. His comprehensive accumulation and synthesis of media databases were impressive and, more importantly, effective. The ROI Robert showed was excellent.”
John Andrews, Chairman, New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority
“Your work has been wonderful, and we thank you for it. I look forward to working with you on many more projects!”
Mike Wiley, Actor, Writer, Co-Producer, DAR HE, Mike Wiley Productions
“Thank you so much, Bob, for your terrific handling of our National and North Carolina press releases. Your work has made accessing a national audience possible for us, reaching a much larger audience to promote our film than we knew was possible.”
Rob Underhill, Director/Producer, DAR HE: The Lynching of Emmett Till
“Last year was fine, it was good, but this year was totally different… I believe this was due in large part to our substantially upgraded communications. THANK YOU, Bob Butler! The people came, had a good time, making connections, and enjoyed themselves.”
Warren Bascombe, Surfers Healing, Wrightsville Beach, NC, World Autism Awareness Weekend
“Keep up the good work getting all of our events out to the public and media…”
Tony Butler, Sweetwater Surf Shop, Wrightsville Beach, NC
“Man, you know how to do it!” (awareness campaign for the International Huntington Study Group Symposium in Charlotte, North Carolina)
Dr. John Schaut, US Department of Veterans Affairs, Captain James Lovell Federal Health Care Center, Chicago, Ill
“What a great opportunity for visually impaired children. Thank goodness some people do understand and are trying to make a difference.”
Mary Flanagan, Assistant Director, Services for the Blind, Department of Health and Human Services, State of NC, Raleigh, NC
“The New Hanover Garden Club is ecstatic about the tremendous amount of awareness that North Carolina Press Release brought to our Art & The Bloom fundraising event. Robert Butler created an amazing amount of coverage for our event through social media, television, and print on a regional and national level, which brought a substantial increase in the foot traffic for our event this year. We are very satisfied and extremely thankful for his professionalism and expertise shared prior to and throughout our event. Thank you, Robert!”
Barb Bittler, Chair, New Hanover Garden Club Art & The Bloom
“Thank you, North Carolina Press Release, for the amazing coverage over the last two months. Hundreds of news outlets throughout the world have shared the press release written by this Raleigh, NC company, owned by Robert Butler. Absolutely fabulous; thank you again and again for a great job.”
Sue Bulluck, Past Chair, Marketing Advisory Committee, Wrightsville Beach, NC
“Thank you for a successful marketing campaign … you have been a tremendous asset to our promotion and branding of the East Coast Shag Classic. We sincerely thank you for all your efforts.”
Penny Millis, Board Member and Director of Development, Women of Hope
“Thank you, Bob. Your contributions were significant and important to our overall efforts. I appreciate what you have done to help us advance.”
Matt V Anderson, Vice President, Children’s Home Society of North Carolina
Seven public relations campaigns created by Robert Butler and distributed by North Carolina Press Release received Platinum, Gold, or Honorable Mention citations from the international Muse Creative Awards.
“I reached out to Robert after working with him on another event since he does such a wonderful job and reaches such a vast amount of people so quickly…”
Briana Kelly, Share Foundation, Coastal Development and Consulting, Wilmington, NC
“I firmly believe your efforts resulted in the much greater success of our event… You did us a great service, and we are grateful for it!”
Adam Meyer, Co-Chairman, 8th Annual Red Trout Celebrity Classic, Charter Lakes Marine Insurance
“This past weekend (Autism Awareness Weekend) was very special… As an active member of the Autism Society here in Wayne County, I came back with lots of cool ideas to share… Thank you for taking the time to care for our kids!”
Nancy Black, Pikeville, NC