MMPR NAMED FINALIST FOR 2001 SMALL BUSINESS AWARD
Nashville Business Journal Considering MMPR For Top Startup Business Honors


Nashville, TN - The Nashville Business Journal has named McClure Muntsinger Public Relations (MMPR) as one of four finalists in the Startup category of its 14th annual Small Business Awards. MMPR, founded in 1999, was selected from more than 300 nominees as a finalist in the category representing companies less than three years old. The four finalists in the Startup category were profiled in the May 4 edition of the Nashville Business Journal.

A handful of local business experts, acting as judges, will assist The Nashville Business Journal in choosing winners for each of the five award categories. Judges for the Startup category will visit the MMPR offices in late May to review their business plan, financial records and strategic directives as well as to discuss other relevant topics. The winners will be chosen on the basis of their achievements to date, potential for future growth and contributions to the community. The award winners will be announced in the June 8 issue of the Nashville Business Journal.

McClure Muntsinger Public Relations specializes in the promotion of Christian and inspirational books including publicity, author tours, special events and marketing strategy. The main phone number for the agency is 615-595-9243; mailing address is P.O. Box 804, Franklin, TN, 37065. Their website is located at www.mmpublicrelations.com.

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September 1999