NACD Southern California Chapter Engages Financial Profiles For Public Relations

LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southern California Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) today announced that it has engaged Los Angeles-based Financial Profiles, Inc., a leading financial communications firm, for public relations services. Through proactive communications, special events and outreach programs, Financial Profiles will assist in positioning NACD SoCal as ambassadors for advancing boardroom education and excellence.

"Financial Profiles has built its practice on helping companies implement the highest standards of investor relations, communications and strategic PR practices," said Chapter Chairman M. Christian Mitchell. "With a profound understanding of the complex and challenging environment for corporate governance, Financial Profiles is an advocate for NACD and is uniquely qualified to raise the profile of the SoCal Chapter in order to engage director participation in our programs and corporate governance community."

Chapter President David Rosenblum said, "We look forward to working with Financial Profiles as they help us shape the critical role communications plays for directors in their boardrooms."

"We are honored to represent the NACD SoCal," said Financial Profiles Founder and President Moira Conlon.  "We look forward to formulating a robust public relations strategy for the chapter and assisting with events, news announcements, sponsorships and media relations.  Having counseled hundreds of public and private company management teams and boards, we are strong proponents of excellence in corporate governance and have a deep appreciation for the knowledge and expertise that the Southern California NACD Chapter provides."

About the National Association of Corporate Directors

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the only membership organization focused exclusively on advancing exemplary board leadership. Based on more than 35 years of experience, NACD identifies, interprets, and provides insights and information that corporate board members rely upon to make sound strategic decisions, confidently confront complex business challenges, and enhance shareowner value. With more than 13,000 corporate director members, NACD provides world-class director education, director training, and proprietary research about leading boardroom and corporate governance practices to promote director professionalism and bolster investor confidence. Furthermore, to create more effective and efficient corporate boards, NACD provides independent board evaluations and custom-tailored in-boardroom education and training programs, as well as director-led conferences, forums, and peer-exchange learning opportunities to share ideas about current and emerging issues. Fostering collaboration among directors and governance stakeholders, NACD is shaping the future of board leadership. To learn more about NACD, visit www.NACDonline.org. To join, contact Kelly Dodd at [email protected] or 202-380-1891.

About the Southern California Chapter, NACD

The Southern California Chapter, NACD (the Chapter), was chartered by NACD in 1978 to enhance corporate governance in the Southern California Region and provides a local educational and networking opportunity for individuals who serve as directors of corporations and business organizations from all industries, public and private, profit and non-profit. Our vision is to prepare members for effective Board of Director roles and foster the positive image of corporations and business organizations through improved corporate governance. The principal emphasis of the Chapter and its events is to provide vital information and education to current NACD members and their guests. http://southerncalifornia.nacdonline.org/

About Financial Profiles, Inc.

Financial Profiles helps public, private and pre-IPO companies address issues that affect valuation and corporate reputation. Today's dynamic environment requires an integrated approach to investor communication. With deep and broad experience gained at Wall Street firms, global IR and PR organizations and corporations, our professional team's skills and experience drive communications strategies that target all stakeholders — Wall Street, employees, customers, the media and regulators.

Financial Profiles is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Seattle and Chicago.  Visit www.finprofiles.com and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/finprofilesir.

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