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11/07/2024

There's still time to join the "How People Change" study. Check out Liza's blog to learn more and view the earlier sessions https://frscommunications.com/2024/06/27/lessons-3-and-4-how-people-change/

09/07/2024

When it comes to getting your story covered, it's about relationships. Get to know the reporters covering your business topic or area. When possible, reach out to them with support and encouragement when you notice them covering a story that you like. Don't always be "that" person who only reaches out when you need something.

From our CEO Liza Weidle "When I worked for the N&O and NBC17, I would see on average 30 pitches a day. I scanned the subject lines to see if they fit my audience and then checked to see the sender. If it came from a known source, I would star it and then circle back to see if it would fit that day or could be held for later that week. I preferred the sources who gave me all the important details (25 words or less) in the email. It was annoying to get the same pitch several times in a short period.

I rarely opened attachments. I appreciated the sources who included links that lead to a landing page, press kit, or cloud storage unit for fast and easy access to the assets such as images, videos, graphics that I would need.

Remembering how it felt to be on the receiving end of media pitches has made me a better sender of them. I appreciate my reporter friends and do my best to help them when I can.

What's one of your tips to getting coverage for your stories?

23/05/2024

Be sure to register for the Triangle Business Journal Women in Business event planned for Thursday, June 6 from. 8 to 10 a.m. at MetLife One located at 101 MetLife Way in Cary.

TBJ has gathered four top women executives to discuss their roles in the tech and finance industries within the Triangle area. These influential women excelled in their careers by showing innovation and perseverance and have impacted their organizations as well as their communities.

A continental breakfast and coffee will be served before our panel begins. The panelists are:

Denise Shird Bennett, Executive VP & Triangle Market President, Encore Bank

Olivia Nadasan, Director of Deal Management Strategy & Operations, VMware

Joyce Weiland, President, SoftPro

Samantha Wojenski, Senior Director of Client Experience, RapidScale

Register here https://lnkd.in/eBG_tFj2

Shout out to Caroline Saleeby for all she does to make these events a success!

16/05/2024

If your teens are looking for meaningful, check out the ideas in our latest blog. If you know of a good one we should add, please drop a note in the comment section or send us a message 😊

Summer is coming and there are some wonderful nonprofits in the Raleigh/Durham area that would love to have extra help. Volunteering can provide many benefits for teenagers, including developing va…

01/04/2024

It's a Monday and it's April Fools' Day, but don't let that stop you from taking that first step toward another opportunity to use your talents.

12/03/2024

Timeout Tuesday - laugh out loud today! A friend recently asked about the bird videos I share - it's because they make me laugh and I hope some of you laugh at them too.

Who or what makes you laugh? In this picture is dear Bonnie who is one of our best giggly grandgirls. Love her laugh and this picture of her with her older sister enjoying a precious moment on a swing.

20/02/2024

Time out Tuesday: Take time out today just for you! We love this sweet picture of sea lions we saw on our last trip to Ecuador. Truly relaxed and enjoying time with friends in the sun 🥰
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14/02/2024

From Liza Weidle: Valentine's Day is upon us. As a way of honoring my Mom and Dad, we find ways to celebrate the day with cards or little gifts to others. I have so many sweet childhood memories of the ways my Dad especially found ways to make sure I felt loved on Valentine's Day.

For some of you, this day may bring a renewed washing over of grief from either a recent loss of a loved one or memory of another loss. According to licensed grief and trauma therapist Gina Moffa, LCSW "The holidays can bring up a vivid re-experiencing of our grief in many forms. At a time of year known for traditions and togetherness with friends and family, celebrations may accentuate our pain. As ourselves or loved ones are confronted with the reminder of loss, it’s extra important to take care of ourselves–however we need."

I recently read Gina's new book "Moving on Doesn't Mean Letting Go." Some of the thoughts are captured in this FRS Communications book review blog. If you are someone you know is struggling, I hope this blog helps and consider buying Gina's book to keep on hand as a heartfelt, practical map through loss—one that can shift the pain of your grief even when things feel unpredictable and overwhelming.

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04/01/2024

The greatest gift we can give another person is to cheer them on as they uncover their passions and calling in life. As I lean into a new season of life, it’s time for me to offer the same value of mentoring that I received from others. I want to inspire people to become fuller versions of who they are. At the end of February, our Chief Encouragement Officer Liza Weidle has the honor of being selected for the Triangle Business Journal’s Mentoring Monday. This opportunity is a little different than other mentoring relationships because of the speed of the event. We are hoping that the connections made will linger longer than the 15 minutes offered for each round.

The shorter rounds allow time to focus on character instead of job skills and competency. As we each become more self-aware of the value we can add to each other, we can truly become better in our jobs as well as relationships. Won’t you join me?

Register today for Triangle Business Journal‘s Mentoring Monday on February 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at TowneBank Center in Raleigh.

The greatest gift we can give another person is to cheer them on as they uncover their passions and calling in life. At every stage of my career, I had a mentor. I sought out people who energized a…

28/11/2023

The most wonderful season of all is here! We put together this blog to help share ideas that the Weidles have enjoyed for more than 30 years. It's been a pure joy to now have the grandkids to share in the joy of the season.
What are some of your family favorite Christmas traditions?

Someone once said that “prior planning prevents poor performance.” This is especially true of the busy holiday season. With a little planning you can avoid much of the franticness, frustration, and…

19/10/2023

Have you ever wondered who Santa would go to for a very special present? You will find out just who he trusts and the extraordinary person that will receive a portrait from Santa.

Come join us for an art show and celebration of Triangle legends. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be joining us during their off-duty season to share behind- the- scenes stories of working with families and children. Aimee Cuthrell Fine Art and Portraits is also going to be unveiling a portrait painting she did for them.

The community is invited for this free Portrait Unveiling and Art Show that is planned for Saturday, November 4 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Medlin Farm located at 507 Woodland Church Road in Wake Forest, NC. Expect to see more of Aimee’s artwork that includes examples of Traditional Portraits that honor the unique essence of family as well as Elevated Moments that are cherished times with loved ones.

Have you ever wondered who Santa would go to for a very special present? You will find out just who he trusts and the extraordinary person that will receive a portrait from Santa. Come join us for …

22/08/2023

Time to celebrate 🥂 Our home town ranked as one of the tops for livability!

Here's what Livability wrote "Cary is a flourishing city that offers a fantastic arts scene (gorgeous public art, galleries and more), a variety of eateries, must- visit breweries and great sporting events."

Cary-home to the USA Baseball National Training Complex and WakeMed Soccer Park has about 180,000 residents. The town just west of Raleigh also received nods for its safety, public schools and proximity to businesses in Research Triangle Park.

"Nestled between the stunning Western Carolina mountains and the famous East Coast beaches of the Outer Banks, Cary, NC, uses its enviable location to its
advantage."

10/05/2023

It was a beautiful day to celebrate the groundbreaking of Summit at Sawyer. This 154-unit neighborhood will offer affordable housing options in the heart of Southeast Raleigh. This day has been many years in the making with partnerships that include the City of Raleigh, Mills Construction, and Mount Pleasant Worship and Outreach Center. Some of the funding for the community initiative come from the Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. Learn more in the FRS Communications blog that includes video with remarks from Apostle Walker, Senior Leader at Mount Pleasant Worship & Outreach Center.

It was a beautiful day to celebrate the groundbreaking of Summit at Sawyer. This 154-unit neighborhood will offer affordable housing options in the heart of Southeast Raleigh. This day has been man…

25/04/2023

It's been a year since we helped launch the Cary Pink House Pink House Post and the response has been heartwarming ❤️ Read our blog to see some of the messages Cary friends left for others to read.

Thousands of journal notes, poems, and pictures have been captured in Sheila Ogle’s Pink House Post Journal. “We are truly in awe of the amazing outpouring of heartfelt messages from fr…

20/03/2023

The Cary Women's Giving Network is accepting grant applications from now to NOON on April 4, 2023.

To apply or share with a Cary area nonprofit that prioritizes women and children, please click here => https://lnkd.in/eGi_nTX

About the CWGN Grant Process: Cary Women’s Giving Network members use a collaborative decision-making process to provide grants to local 501(c)3 charitable organizations that have a strong impact on critical and/or emerging needs in the Town of Cary, NC. Grant projects that focus on women and children will be prioritized. Please note, any nonprofit that receives a grant will be asked to wait one year before reapplying.

Once the application deadline has passed, the Grants Committee vets all the applications and makes recommendations to the full Network membership. Each member votes for her choice of grant award, and final decisions are made once all the votes have been tallied. An awards ceremony is typically held in June to celebrate grant recipients.

In 2022, the Network awarded more than $12,500 in grants. Total amount of Grants awarded 2013 to 2022: $143,500.00

The Cary Women's Giving Network is a giving circle of the North Carolina Community Foundation and led by a volunteer board. The Giving Network leverages the power of collective giving through a local network that supports the community in a purposeful way. The Network supports charitable organizations serving women, children and families in the Cary community.

The Giving Network is designed to maximize women’s leadership in philanthropy by engaging and educating its membership and increasing charitable contributions. Our CEO Liza Weidle is a member and thankful for all the CWGN members of which just a few of the dear women are in the picture below from a recent lunch.

12/03/2023

The swearing-in ceremony for NC Senator Gale Adcock felt like a family reunion and that's just the way she wanted it. Senator Adcock was surrounded by family, close friends, and special guests as her Mom held the Bible and Town of Cary, NC Mayor Harold Weinbrecht administered the oath of office at the North Carolina Nurses Association. She is the first nurse elected to the NC Senate. Gale is also one of our dearest friends and mentors. I am so inspired by the many ways she makes our community stronger

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The swearing-in ceremony for NC Senator Gale Adcock felt like a family reunion and that's just the way she wanted it. Senator Adcock was surrounded by family...

22/02/2023

This blog is from our CEO Liza Weidle. We hope you will read and share with others.

"My heart aches when I hear of another su***de. It’s like the pain from losing two loved ones to su***de comes rushing forward. Nothing can stop the aching. Time heals some wounds, but not this one.

The path forward for all of us when we learn about the tragedies at North Carolina State University is to become aware of others. Aware of subtleties in behavior change that may include withdrawal from normal activities. Aware of the pain in the eyes. Aware of the catch in the voice when you ask, “How are you doing?”

It wasn't that long ago when a group of parents and community leaders including my dear friend and now Senator Gale Adcock helped with an effort at Wake County Public School System to teach students that it's OK to ask for help and how to support a friend who is struggling using the Yellow Ribbon Su***de Prevention Program "Be-A-Link" Save a Life! steps:

Stay with the person – you are their lifeline

Listen, really listen. Take them seriously!

Get, or call, help immediately.

Today, we can just call or text 988 to be a link and save a life.

Will join us today in creating a culture of kindness?

***deprevention

https://frscommunications.com/2023/02/22/creating-a-culture-of-kindess/

13/02/2023

Sending warm wishes to our lovely clients. Wish you a lifetime of happiness and everlasting joy.

May you feel the warmth of love and a bunch of appreciation on Valentine’s Day, because you deserve it!

03/02/2023

WOW 🍾🎉 Today's ribbon cutting at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar was fabulous! Make plans to head there for the soft opening this weekend! The champagne offerings including non alcoholic are amazing! Tiffany and Michael are gracious hosts. The staff are ready to make your evening special. The bar will also offer special charcuterie boards including dessert s'mores 🥰

Thank you Cary Chamber and Town of Cary, NC for making what promises to be one of our favorite spots have a great start to their opening!

30/01/2023

We are launching a 30-day devotional as a takeout from "Grandpa's Whit and Wisdom" compiled by Liza Weidle. Take a peek and let us know your thoughts:

When He had come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed Him. And behold, a l***r came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean. Then Jesus put out His …

20/12/2022

As the world waits expectantly, it's always wonderful to reflect on how Mary felt in her song that is captured in Luke. She is praising the God who has chosen her to be the mother of His only son. Her words are powerful and hold lessons we can learn today. The message for us is that we are to have faith. We are to trust in our God. No matter the situation or circumstance, God has it all in his hands. We should strive to imitate the heart and mind of Mary in every situation. Her words are not just for the Advent season, they are for all seasons.

Luke 1:46-55

“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant.
From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me—
holy is his name.
His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation.
He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.
He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.
He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.”

07/12/2022

Fa, la, la fun time tomorrow planned at the Cary Pink House for this year's Cary Pink House Holiday Fountain Gives Back. We are so excited that Santa Bryan from MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM Carpool Casanova is coming for a holiday singalong!

26/10/2022

Please join our Cary Pink House team with Sheila and our CEO Liza Weidle for a special branding and marketing event with The Heart of Cary Association on November 3 at The Matthews House in Cary.

This breakfast networking meeting is free for Heart of Cary Association members and first time guests who register: www.eventbrite.com/e/hoca-meeting-in-person-tickets-444081829707

Please consider joining Our The Heart of Cary Association on November 3 for a special breakfast meeting at The Matthews House in Cary . We put together branding and marketing tips, plus a fun table networking session that focuses on ways to brand yourself as well as your business to bring results to both.

When: November 3 (Thursday) from 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Where: The Matthews House, 317 W Chatham St, Cary, NC

Please register now as we are planning a fantastic Southern Harvest Catering Company breakfast and want to be sure we have enough food. Link to register in the comment section. *Meetings are free for members and first time guests.

About Sheila Ogle: Sheila spent much of her career creating and running her own businesses, including an advertising firm, a conference center, and a small-business incubator, as well as supporting causes she cares about including starting the Cary Women’s Giving Network.

“It’s all part of giving back to the community that’s been so good to us,” she says. In 1994, Ogle was inducted into the N.C. Advertising Hall of Fame at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the UNC-Chapel Hill, becoming the first woman to receive that honor. And in 1998, she was named North Carolina Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Sheila was honored with the Cary Hometown Spirit Award, Anthemion Award for historic preservation for restoring the Cary Pink House, and has been the recipient of Cary Magazine’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award. Sheila was inducted into The North Carolina National Association of Women Business Owner’s Hall of Fame in 2018.

About Liza Weidle: Liza is the FRS Communications CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) and has more than two decades of experience encouraging and working with nonprofits, business leaders and the community to achieve goals and make an impact. Part of Liza’s experiences are also drawn from working with NBC-17, the News and Observer, and Curtis Media; a perfect blend of broadcast TV, print media, and radio.

05/10/2022

We are proud to support our Town of Cary, NC First Responders!

01/10/2022

In appreciation of our Town of Cary, NC Fire and Police First Responders for keeping our communities safe, The Heart of Cary Association is creating “Thank You!” baskets that include special treats, handmade cards, and gift certificates that will be given during our October 6th meeting. We are asking for donations, please let us know by emailing [email protected]

Thank you to our First Responders Basket Sponsors

· Brecotea - Cary

· Cary Integrative Health

· Exchange Club of Greater Cary

· Grammy's Gourmet Pretzels

· Healthy But Good Cary

· Once in a Blue Moon Bakery

· Koni Zachar - Cruise Planners (Esteamed Coffee) gift cards

Scott Korbin Team ( Fresh Local Ice Cream Cary ) gift cards

· 919Spine

We appreciate our volunteers who are busy baking cookies too!

Students at GRACE Christian School and teams from E Global Ministries are working on cards.

Our meeting on October 6th will begin by singing the National Anthem, followed by a Town of Cary Proclamation for First Responders. Our Cary Police Chief Terry Sult and Fire Chief Mike Cooper will be joining us for a special presentation and updates on Downtown Cary.

21/09/2022

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12/09/2022

Please join your The Heart of Cary Association as we honor our Town of Cary, NC First Responders on October 6, Thursday, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at The Matthews House in Cary, 317 W. Chatham Street, Cary, NC.

WHEN: October 6 (Thursday) 7:30 to 9 a.m.

WHERE: The Matthews House, 317 W Chatham St, Cary, NC

PLEASE RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hoca-meeting-in-person-tickets-417895164687

Our Cary Police Chief Terry Sult and Fire Chief Mike Cooper will be joining us for a special presentation and updates on Downtown Cary.

Thank you, to all of our first responders for serving and keeping our communities safe. We are especially grateful for those who serve locally and for those who call Cary home! You and your family‘s sacrifice does not go unnoticed.

National First Responders Day is October 28 and recognizes the heroic men and women who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes. Congress made October 28 National First Responders Day in 2017 and the resolution passed through the senate in 2019.

06/09/2022

Excited for FRS Communications to help with this project!

We are tickled pink that MIX Mornings Kyle, Bryan and Sarah picked Cary Pink House for their Carpool Casanova video 😍 And wow! Check out the amazing car ...

30/08/2022

The Heart of Cary Association board members Scott Korbin and Liza Weidle met with Town of Cary, NC Bryan Hayes who will be joining us with Business Liaison updates on Thursday, Sept 1 for HoCA Breakfast Member Meeting