Written by Sean Reilly As a graphic designer, my creative journey has been shaped by moments of uncertainty, self-doubt, discovery, and, ultimately, a transformation. My path into design did not begin with a clear understanding of what I wanted to … Continue reading
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A Little Bit of Everything: Finding My Place in Marketing
Written by: Jenna Bennard, FPM team member I never knew I would become such a stickler for a logo. But here I am, policing logos on a daily basis. As a franchise marketer, one of my recurring conversations is reminding … Continue reading
Event Season: How to Maximize Your Marketing Before, During and After an Event
Scenes from the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center’s 2025 annual fundraiser, A Penguin Affair. Article written by: Erin Depot, FPM Team Member Fall tends to be one of the busiest times of year for events. From fundraisers and conferences to community … Continue reading
From Craft Rooms to Creative Careers
Written by Hannah Martin, Graphic Design & Digital Marketing Specialist at FPM When asked, “What are some words you’d use to describe yourself?” without fail, “creative” is always at the top of my list. From a young age, I’ve always loved crafting. Whether I was … Continue reading
Navigating AI: What It Means for Public Relations, Marketing and Small Businesses
By the First Position Media Team Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming part of everyday business operations, influencing everything from content creation and customer service to data analysis and advertising. For small business owners, AI presents both opportunities and questions. Can it … Continue reading
Behind the Scenes of GRIS250: Two Years of Planning One Historic Celebration
Written by: Jennifer Carmichael, FPM team member When visitors walked through the doors of The Griswold Inn (The Gris) during its 250th-anniversary celebration (Gris 250) this past June, they experienced what seemed like a weekend that came together effortlessly. They enjoyed anniversary menus, live … Continue reading
Loving a Good Theme: My Creative Journey
I’ve always been drawn to creativity. As a kid, I loved art, creative projects, and anything that gave me the chance to make something unique. Saturday morning art classes became part of my routine, and if there was a creative element … Continue reading
10 Years of Launching Boat Season: The CT Spring Boat Show
By Erin Depot There are some events that just feel like the start of something — and for us (and so many across the Connecticut shoreline), the CT Spring Boat Show is exactly that. This year marks a major milestone: 10 years of … Continue reading
Building Visibility on LinkedIn: Turning Presence into Opportunity
Best LinkedIn practices. At First Position Media, we believe visibility isn’t about being everywhere. It’s about showing up with purpose, clarity, and consistency. LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools to do exactly that. When used strategically, it becomes … Continue reading
How to Build a LinkedIn Profile That Grows Your Network and Creates Opportunities
If your LinkedIn profile hasn’t been updated in months—or even years—you’re likely missing valuable opportunities. Whether you’re a business owner, executive, entrepreneur or professional looking to grow your career, LinkedIn has become one of the most powerful platforms for building … Continue reading
