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Biography
Platinum pr
Mrs. Sandy Sponaugle
Sandy is the CEO/Founder of Platinum PR. She is a marketing consultant, spokesperson, publicity expert, public speaker and public relations team leader. In each of these roles, Sandy guides her clients to reach their goals. Platinum PR serves as the marketing/communications department for businesses and organizations that do not have these talents internally. We are the communications department for the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and American Mothers, Inc. and Sandy serves as the Communications Director for these organizations. Platinum PR also works with several local, regional and national organizations that include the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA); Pickin’ in the Panhandle; Blue Ridge Community & Technical College and the West Virginia Book Faire.
Sandy spent more than ten years in the field of economic development. She started her career in Jefferson County, WV, with the Jefferson County Economic Development Authority, where her focus was research and community relations. Most recently, she had a lead role in the Frederick County Office of Economic Development in Frederick, MD. She worked extensively in business development with a focus on marketing, including trade shows, direct mail campaigns, web site development and maintenance and collateral development.
Sandy received a Bachelor of Science in economics and business administration from Shepherd University. She is involved in the local community as a member of both the Berkeley County and Jefferson County Chambers of Commerce. She also serves as volunteer with the United Way of the Eastern Panhandle. She is a Past-President of the American Advertising Federation – Greater Frederick; serves on the board of directors for the Scarborough Society of Shepherd University, Shepherd University Alumni Association and the Maryland Economic Development Association. Sandy was recently recognized as a “Young Gun” by West Virginia Executive Magazine for her entrepreneurial successes and community service activities.
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