Crawford Strategy earns awards from internationally recognized competitions

Crawford Strategy, a full service marketing and communications firm, has recently been recognized in multiple categories at the South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America Mercury Awards, the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts Communicator Awards and the Telly Awards.

“Our mission as a brand strategist partner is to create relevant communications solutions that help our clients move forward,” said Marion Crawford, president and CEO of Crawford Strategy. “We are fortunate to have a large and growing number of loyal clients, and we love helping them achieve their goals. When marketing, advertising and PR industry organizations like these say our work is award-worthy, it is very affirming.”

Crawford was recognized at the 22^nd Annual Communicator Awards for projects in both the print and video categories. With more than 6,000 entries received from across the US and around the world, the Communicator Awards is the largest and most competitive awards program honoring creative excellence for communications professionals.  The Communicator Awards are judged and overseen by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts and serve as a benchmark in gauging the innovative ideas and capabilities of communications and marketing professionals around the world. The Crawford Strategy team was recognized with Silver Awards of Distinction for the following projects in their respective categories:

• Thrive Upstate “We Believe” Brand Launch Video
• City of Greenville/Ice on Main “Memories” Video
• United Community Bank “Make The Most Of Your Plastic” Campaign Poster
• United Community Bank “Let’s Take The Next Step Together” Campaign Ad

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The Mercury Awards are given by the South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America. These annual awards recognize the best of the best of public relations in South Carolina. This marks the second consecutive year Crawford has received merit in multiple categories. Crawford Strategy was awarded Silver Wing Awards of Merit in the following categories:

• Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport Wingspan Blog
• Greenville Technical College Workforce Development Salute Media Relations
• City of Greenville/Ice on Main Water Bottle

In its 37^th year, the Telly Awards are sought after by industry leaders from large international firms to local production companies and ad agencies. With more than 13,000 entries from across the United States and five continents, a prestigious panel of 500+ judges comprised of past winners is charged with identifying the very best in film and video. Crawford Strategy was awarded the following:

• Silver winner for United Community Bank Specialized Lending Client Testimonial Video Series
• Bronze winner for Ice On Main “Memories” Online Video

“At Crawford Strategy, we devote a great deal of time and energy to understanding our client’s goals before creating and executing a particular marketing strategy,” said Andy Windham, SVP of Client Strategy. “Our connection with our clients allows us to more effectively tell their stories through a variety of mediums that accomplish their goals. We are pleased to know that our efforts are hitting the mark.”

About Crawford Strategy, LLC

Crawford Strategy is a full-service marketing and public relations agency in Greenville, S.C. With 26 employees, the agency provides a full complement of services, including marketing, branding, public relations, and digital media. Crawford Strategy is known for providing exceptional project execution, highly responsive customer service and significant results for its clients. Crawford has particular expertise in healthcare, finance, education and destination marketing. For more information, please visit our website at www.crawfordstrategy.com.