The Black Pants Project, a program of the Schooner Youth Center, Inc., is seeking corporate partners to support our inaugural “Magical Dessert Luncheon and Shopping Spree,” Sunday, Nov. 30, at the Willow Room in Rostraver, Pa. Celebrity magician, Mike Super, winner of NBC’s “Phenomenon,” will be performing in support of this spectacular event.

The only career clothing outreach of its kind accessible to struggling women and girls in the Mid-Mon Valley Region of southwestern Pennsylvania, this project has received significant in-kind and media support to-date. We are seeking to partner with agencies, organizations or individuals whose mission or product aligns with our ultimate mission of helping women get a leg up in the workforce from the inside out. We are actively looking for event underwriters, specialty gift vendors, goodie-bag donations and gourmet dessert items for this upscale event with a target audience of approximately 200-300 women between the ages of 14-65.

Please contact me if you are interested in any of the above opportunities, and I will send you the appropriate information with specific details.

Please visit www.theblackpantsproject.blogspot.com for more information.

Contact Jennifer Melnick Carota, executive director of The Schooner Youth Center, project director of The Black Pants Project, and author of “Shop Smart GIVE MORE” at jennifer@theGiftTherapist.com or (412) 559-1754 by July 31. Web site: www.theGiftTherapist.com

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s Project Group has an immediate opening for a project manager in our Darien, Conn., office. This person will work with publishers, editors, production and other departments to conceive, budget, propose and implement physician and patient communication projects in print, online and in live formats.

Responsibilities:

· Work with editors and publishers to develop new product templates and to match identified communication needs with current capabilities
· Develop budgets, timelines, proposals and contracts to support the project sales process
· Interface with clients, faculty, and internal/external collaborators to develop and implement new projects
· Work effectively across print, online and live delivery platforms
· Manage projects from start to finish, including research, fact-checking, scheduling, and collaborating with production, marketing, research and design
· Work closely with the project team, including the director and managing editor, to establish workflow and best practices

Qualifications:

· Degree in marketing, business or related
· Three to five years of project management experience, preferably in medical education
· Editorial background preferred
· Knowledge of the accredited medical education business and related regulations a huge plus
· Ability to collaborate, influence, and partner with other internal and external groups/teams
· Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
· Excellent project management, communication and collaborative skills
· Experience with market research and competitive analysis
· Solid Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project skills

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s Physicians Practice (www.physicianspractice.com) is America’s largest physician business magazine. We operate comprehensive print, online, and live event solutions through our Web site, specialty/topic specific supplement publications, special projects, etc. Physicians Practice has an immediate opening for an associate editor for our Baltimore headquarters. This person will report to the managing editor.

Responsibilities:

· Write at least two feature articles per month and edit articles and columns for our national magazine
· Manage our Web site and e-mail newsletters
· Create editorial calendar and contract with freelance writers for each, ensuring that deadlines are met
· Participate on special educational projects, proposal writing, undertake field research, and work on custom publications as assigned by the senior editor, projects
· Participate in all relevant meetings, including editorial, art, all-staff, etc.
· Originate and pitch editorial ideas for the magazine
· Other duties as assigned and a willingness to travel for certain assignments

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field
· Two or more years of experience in writing about business, particularly the business of healthcare, is preferred
· Excellent proficiency in writing with solid grammar, spelling skills, and attention to detail
· Familiarity with AP style preferred
· Proficiency with Microsoft Word
· Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated
· Able to handle multiple deadlines
· Enjoys interacting with physicians and non-physician providers and staff

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s Web Production Group has an immediate opening for a junior Web producer in our Darien, Conn., office. This person is responsible for the user-facing aspects of the learning and content management systems.

Responsibilities:

· Post content onto online templates and tweak with HTML as needed
· Manipulate and/or create basic graphics in Photoshop
· Work closely with the web team on the goals of the project
· Help drive the production of the online properties
· Assist the Web producers where needed

Qualifications:

· One to three years of online production experience in a corporate or agency environment
· Solid experience with publishing content tools: HTML, Javascript, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, etc.
· Experience with newsletters a huge plus
· Team player who can also work independently in a fast-paced environment
· Strong multi-tasking skills and deadline focused
· Excellent production, organizational and communication skills
· Experience with CMS a plus

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s Executive Team has an immediate opening for an executive administrative assistant in our Jersey City, N.J., headquarters. This person will provide support to three executives, including the CEO. This is a great way to grow one’s career with an established large media company.

Responsibilities:

· Work on special projects such as PowerPoint presentations, research, and the compilation of data
· Assisting with the preparation of written correspondence
· Proofreading documents for accuracy
· Booking facilities, preparing invitations and agendas, coordinating materials and arranging catering for events/meetings
· Make travel arrangements and manage calendars
· Prepare expense reports and basic coding of invoices
· Scanning, printing, photocopying, filing, creating files and labels
· Other general administrative duties

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree required
· Two or more years of experience supporting executive-level staff; will consider a recent college graduate with prior experience working in a corporate environment
· Must be smart, eager and driven
· Strong multi-tasking skills and deadline focused
· Must be able to work independently, take initiative, with little supervision
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Must have a professional demeanor, while providing a friendly atmosphere
· Solid experience with Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica has an immediate opening for a director of business development, custom integrated solutions, in our Darien, Conn., office. This strategic selling position is responsible for identifying and cultivating new revenue for customized promotional projects from major pharmaceutical companies. Examples of promotional projects include supplements, microsites, live symposia and virtual events.

The ideal candidate possesses experience in developing and selling through promotional programs within the healthcare industry, including familiarity with regulatory review. Additionally, the role requires a solid background in multiple marketing channels, including online, print and live events.

Responsibilities:

· Establish relationships with pharma-side client decision makers and identify opportunities to offer integrated programs designed to achieve the client’s marketing goals
· Identify and articulate our value proposition to these clients, including: audience reach and quality, media efficiency, marketing impact/ROI, and quality of execution, with the use of thoughtful and comprehensive proposals
Work with key team resources, including managing editors, audience development director and production personnel to ensure that client satisfaction, target audience reach and the quality of program execution are achieved
· Provide call reports and sales pipeline status reporting
· Participate in industry events as appropriate, including: ABM, AMM, IAB, and pharma e-marketing events
· Stay current on industry trends, develop new revenue channels, and adapt emerging media to our business

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related field
· Minimum of three years of work experience in strategic selling environment, incorporating multiple marketing channels
· Ability to think strategically and envision new programs by applying knowledge of professional healthcare industry with the innovative use of the company’s assets
· Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to prepare and edit verbal and written communications, proposals and presentations
· Excellent collaboration, communication and negotiation skills
· Top performing salesperson with notable success and benchmarks

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s Project Group has an immediate opening for an editorial project manager in our Darien, Conn., office. This person will work with publishers, editors, production, and other departments to conceive, budget, propose, and implement physician and patient communication projects in print, online and in live formats.

Responsibilities:

· Work with brand publishers and editors to develop new product templates and to match identified communication needs with current capabilities while reflecting the editorial integrity of the core brands
· Develop budgets, timelines, proposals and contracts to support the project sales process
· Interface with clients, faculty, and internal/external collaborators to develop and implement new projects
· Work effectively across print, online and live delivery platforms
· Manage projects from start to finish, including research, fact-checking, scheduling, and collaborating with production, marketing, research and design
· Oversee project managers and editors to balance workloads, develop skills, and ensure timely completion of projects
· Work closely with the project team, including the project sales manager, to establish “best practice” workflows for web, production, design, editorial, research, circulation, marketing and other departments for the efficient delivery of projects

Qualifications:

· Degree in journalism, related sciences or prior business experience
· Five or more years of medical communications experience, in an editorial capacity
· Management experience greatly desired
· Knowledge of medical education regulations a huge plus
· Ability to collaborate, influence, and partner with other internal and external groups/teams
· Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
· Excellent project management, communication and collaborative skills
· Experience with market research and competitive analysis
· Solid Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project skills

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s CME (Continuing Medical Education) Group (www.cmellc.com) has an immediate opening for a CME project manager in our Jersey City, N.J., office. This person will work with publishers, editors, production, and other departments to conceive, budget, propose, and implement physician and patient communication projects in print, online and live formats.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and supervise the implementation of accredited medical education programs
· Oversee reporting activities to commercial supporters and internal teams
· Participate in the development of companywide communications databases
· Ensure that the highest standards of services are provided
· Act as a liaison between staff, business development, and commercial supporters in developing budgets, timelines, proposals and contracts to support the project sales process

Qualifications:

· A bachelor’s degree in communication or related, preferably in the healthcare
· Four or more years of project management experience, preferably in medical education or healthcare services
· Must be able to supervise implementation of project from conceptualization to completion and prioritize and multitask without compromising quality
· Knowledge of the accredited medical education business and related regulations a huge plus
· Ability to collaborate, influence, and partner with other internal and external groups/teams
· Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
· Excellent project management, communication, and collaborative skills
· Experience with market research and competitive analysis is a plus
· Develop and traffic multimedia programs
· Solid Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and MS Project skills

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to: hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer

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CMPMedica (www.cmpmedica.com) is a leading global provider of healthcare media, information and education for the medical industry. Our vast portfolio of products and services serves the needs of general practitioners, specialist doctors, pharmacists, and patients through a comprehensive list of journals, magazines, directories, electronic databases, Web sites and face-to-face meetings.

CMPMedica’s CME (Continuing Medical Education) Group (www.cmellc.com) has an immediate opening for a Web producer in our Darien, Conn., office. This person is responsible for the user-facing aspects of the learning and content management systems. The Web producer will work with the business and editorial sides to understand the needs of a particular project and is responsible for coordinating with the graphics resources to execute the production aspects that provide the bulk of a user’s experience.

Responsibilities:

· Work closely with editors and business-side managers to understand the goals of a project
· Drive the production of online properties
· Advise designer/art director in creating Web-friendly designs that meet the goals of a project
· Write documented and well-commented HTML code to implement design
· Setting up online learning initiatives

Qualifications:

· 3-5 years’ online production experience in a corporate or agency environment
· Familiarity with the tools and protocols used for publishing content electronically, including HTML, JavaScript and Photoshop
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office
· Demonstrable understanding of forms
· Experience with Homesite or equivalent
· Excellent production, organizational and communication skills
· Team player who can manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressure work environment
· Ability to work independently
· LMS/CMS experience a plus

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and résumé to hr-recruitment3@cmpmedica.com

CMPMedica offers over 30 years of medical industry experience and employs over 1,400 people in 29 different countries. We are the healthcare media division of United Business Media (www.unitedbusinessmedia.com), a leading global media company of news distribution, media and specialized information services. CMPMedica offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Life Long: Sisters Staying Healthy will be holding its 7th Annual “Sisters Staying Healthy Conference” on Thursday, Nov. 6. We are seeking items for a fitness fashion show, as well as health-related and self-care products/items for gift bags. Los Angeles-based Life Long is a nonprofit organization for baby boomer urban women who are interested in maintaining healthy lifestyles. It is anticipated that 200 mid-aged women will participate in the all-day conference. This is the only event in the Los Angeles area that targets African-American and other minority boomer women.

We are also interested in corporate sponsors and would be happy to discuss this further with anyone who is interested.

Please respond as soon as possible to Barbara Meltzer at barbara@meltzerpr.com or (323) 964-9555. We would need fitness items and products on hand no later than Oct. 15.

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