(CHICAGO, May 05, 2010) – Colin Hageney, President of Bullpen Marketing, was named 2009-2010 International Volunteer of the Year (VOY) by the American Marketing Association (AMA). Mr. Hageney has been an AMA member for over fourteen years and served in various leadership roles including President of the Houston Chapter and President of the National Professional Chapters Council (PCC). The award was presented in Chicago at the annual AMA Leadership Summit, a conference for 300+ AMA volunteer chapter leaders.

“Over the course of his volunteer work with the AMA, Colin has given tirelessly to the AMA organization, both at a local and a national level”, said Dennis Dunlap, Chief Executive Officer of the AMA.  “His efforts towards deeper membership penetration and mentorship of chapter leaders has been invaluable.  We greatly value his past and ongoing contributions to the success of the AMA”

“The AMA is very appreciative of Colin’s strong leadership for over a decade in numerous AMA positions”, said Deborah Billow, Chief Customer Officer of the AMA. “He is generous with his time and shares his knowledge with both new Chapter volunteers and future Chapter leaders. He truly exemplifies the spirit of volunteerism at the AMA”.

“I’m very humbled to receive this honor in Chicago in front of my peers and AMA Houston family”, said Hageney.  “Volunteers are only as good as or successful as the team in which they surround themselves. I’ve been blessed throughout my AMA career to have been supported by amazing marketers who are passionate about our profession and sharing it with others.”

The Volunteer of the Year is selected annually by the AMA Professional Chapters Council through a nominating process based on recommendations from Chapter Officers. Mr. Hageney is the fourth recipient of the program which recognizes and rewards a chapter volunteer whose ongoing contributions to the organization have added significantly to the AMA’s goals at both a local and national level.

Mr. Hageney has held the following AMA leadership roles:

American Marketing Association
2008-2009- Committee Member, National Finance Committee
2006-2007- President, Professional Chapters Council

American Marketing Association – Houston Chapter
2009-2010 Co-chair, Crystal Awards
2008-2009 Crystal Awards Chair
2002-2003 Immediate Past-President and Crystal Awards Chair
2001-2002 President
2000-2001 President (and Crystal Awards Co-chair)
1999-2000 President-Elect
1998-1999 VP Membership
1997-1998 Technology SIG Chair
1996-1997 Professional Development Chair

About the American Marketing Association: The American Marketing Association is the largest marketing association in North America. It is a professional association for marketing leaders, thinkers and doers and is the only organization that brings together Marketers, across all specialties, to collaborate and inspire one another. Through relevant information, comprehensive education and targeted networking, the AMA assists marketers in deepening their expertise, elevating their careers and ultimately, achieving better results.
American Marketing Association offers highly acclaimed Face to Face training and professional conferences focus on the immediate needs of marketers, as well as trends shaping the future. American Marketing Association’s website, MarketingPower.com, is the everyday connection to marketing data, articles, case studies, best practices and a robust job bank. Additionally, the American Marketing Association is the source for the field’s top magazines and journals, including Marketing News. Through local and collegiate chapters, American Marketing Association members are connected with the best people and the best practices.
For more information on the American Marketing Association please visit www.MarketingPower.com.

About Bullpen Marketing: Bullpen Marketing is a Houston-based marketing firm that offers many services ranging from print and web design to promotional products. As a fully integrated marketing agency, it specializes in helping companies and schools improve the way they promote the value of their products and services. Core areas of expertise include strategic planning, branding, academic and web marketing. Its clients range from elementary schools to Fortune 500 corporations. Founded in 1997, Bullpen is one of Houston’s fastest growing marketing and promotional products companies with both local and national accounts. Bullpen is the preferred supplier for the American Marketing Association. Other clients include the National Association of Stock Plan Professionals, NACE International, and the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Bullpen is a member of the Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI), American Marketing Association (AMA), Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), and the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA). Learn more at www.bullpenmarketing.com.

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