JW News

CBCA Elects Gwin Johnston to Board of Directors

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:45:19 +0000

Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA), has elected Gwinavere A. Johnston, Chair and Founder of JohnstonWells Public Relations, to its Board of Directors. CBCA is a 501(c)(3) with the mission to serve as a catalyst for Colorado’s business community to leverage the arts for economic vitality.

Deborah Jordy, CBCA Executive Director, comments, “Gwin is well known for her support of the arts, creative industries and the direct impact they have on economic development. She is a highly respected and committed professional and CBCA is privileged to have her leadership on our Board.”

Gwin Johnston Appointed as SAGE Counselor

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:31:47 +0000

Gwinavere A. (Gwin) Johnston, owner and chairman of the board of JohnstonWells Public Relations, has been named a SAGE Counselor by the Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSA) Counselors Academy.

SAGE stands for Strategic Advisors for Growth and Excellence, a distinctive group of public relations firm owners who are a part of PRSA’s Counselors Academy. The academy is a professional organization comprised of senior counselors who are committed to advancing the caliber of public relations counseling in North America.

Sculptural Pursuit highlights JW's bright space

Tue, 26 May 2009 20:33:26 +0000

While most office spaces operate in shades of gray, JohnstonWells Public Relations proudly colors outside the lines.

JohnstonWells’ whimsical folk art collection and bright décor have inspired creativity and excitement among JW employees, clients and passersby ever since we moved into our new digs in the Rocky Mountain Seed Company building last fall.

Now, JW’s colorful personality is capturing the attention of art lovers throughout both near and abroad.

JohnstonWells has been prominently featured in Sculptural Pursuit’s Summer 2009 issue.

JohnstonWells Helps DMCLF Celebrate 35 Years of Civic Leadership

Thu, 14 May 2009 17:09:35 +0000

JohnstonWells Public Relations has selected the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation (DMCLF) as its 2009 pro bono recipient.

To commemorate 35 years of civic leadership, JohnstonWells has created the online component of Leadership Denver’s Oral History Project, a multimedia tapestry of stories, interviews, videos and pictures from more than three decades of Leadership Denver alumni. To view the Oral History Project, visit http://ld35.denverleadership.org.

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JW Begins Work with Faegre & Benson LLP

Wed, 13 May 2009 20:04:03 +0000

JohnstonWells has been hired by Faegre & Benson LLP, a recognized leader in the Colorado legal community, to work with the law firm’s Colorado marketing team on public relations strategy and programs.

Preparing for Long-Term Crises

Tue, 12 May 2009 20:38:11 +0000

Did you know only four in 10 employees say they’d be able to work from home for one month if a crisis ever caused them to stay away from the office for such a span?

Employers need workplace plans and policies for dealing with long-term crises like a pandemic flu. In the event of such a crisis, businesses will play a key role in protecting employee health and safety, as well as limiting negative impact on our economy.

How do I stand out from the crowd in this highly competitive job market?

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:30:17 +0000

JohnstonWells Public Relations is pleased to invite you to our first annual Lab 1321 for Job Seekers! The Lab is a free, half-day seminar for job seekers who want to learn how social media intersects with personal branding, networking and finding a job.

Corporate Collections '09

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000

If you’ve ever visited our offices, you are familiar with JohnstonWells' 176-piece folk art collection. It contributes to the creative atmosphere that has sustained our firm for 37 years. So we’re pleased to announce that artwork from our collection will be showcased at the Corporate Collections ’09 exhibit from March 18 through May 13.

JW Adds Boatz Knutsen and the AIA to its Client List

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:16:18 +0000

JohnstonWells Public Relations has added two new clients to its roster – Boatz Knutsen and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Colorado.

Boatz Knutsen is a communication consulting firm founded in 1999. They work exclusively with leaders who value communication as a driving force in organizational transformation. Boatz Knutsen has offices in Colorado Springs, Denver and Minneapolis, and clients from coast to coast.

Gwin Johnston Appointed to the DOCA

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper recently appointed JohnstonWells founder Gwinavere A. Johnston as a commissioner to the Denver Office of Cultural Affairs (DOCA).