CHARLOTTE, NC, January 05, 2012 (Press-News.org) The Targeted Group has selected non-profit LIFESPAN for its TG Outreach program - a philanthropic program dedicated to supporting the local community through the time and services of The Targeted Group and its employees. The Targeted Group will develop and execute a comprehensive social media plan that supports LIFESPAN's mission to transform the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities.
"We are thrilled to have been selected for the TG Outreach program. The Targeted Group's extensive experience and resources will greatly expand our marketing efforts and have a dramatic effect on our ability to provide services to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities," said Davan Cloninger, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of LIFESPAN.
"The Targeted Group is committed to supporting our community and organizations like LIFESPAN who serve those in need. Our goal is that by bringing our social media solutions to LIFESPAN, we are able to extend their reach in our community and enable them to help more children and adults realize their dreams," said Greg Gentner, Chief Operating Officer of The Targeted Group.
About LIFESPAN
LIFESPAN is a mission driven, non-profit organization that has been operating programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for thirty-eight years in North Carolina. LIFESPAN's mission is to transform the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing education, employment, and enrichment opportunities that promote inclusion, choice, family supports, and other best practices. For more information on LIFESPAN, visit http://www.LIFESPANservices.org.
About The Targeted Group
Leveraging over 10 years of experience, The Targeted Group helps clients create successful and sustainable social media solutions. From strategic planning to implementation and management, their dedicated professionals are committed to delivering dynamic, branded social networks and online communities which empower organizations to connect and deepen their most important relationships. For more information on The Targeted Group, visit http://www.thetargetedgroup.com.
Social Media Agency The Targeted Group Selects Non-Profit LIFESPAN for TG Outreach Program
The Targeted Group has selected non-profit LIFESPAN for its TG Outreach program - a philanthropic program dedicated to supporting the local community through the time and services of The Targeted Group and its employees.
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[Press-News.org] Social Media Agency The Targeted Group Selects Non-Profit LIFESPAN for TG Outreach ProgramThe Targeted Group has selected non-profit LIFESPAN for its TG Outreach program - a philanthropic program dedicated to supporting the local community through the time and services of The Targeted Group and its employees.