July 2013 Newsletter

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July 2013

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Upcoming Events (NOTE DATE CHANGE OF BACKYARD BASH):

On Thursday, August 8 (DATE CHANGED DUE TO WEATHER), Post Brothers Apartments will host a Backyard Bash at its Rittenhouse Hill location. Partygoers will have an opportunity to explore and play in the property’s new state-of-the-art Ultimate Backyard which includes an inviting infinity pool, dog parks for small and large breeds, a reading park, two bocce courts and a basketball court. Residents and guests will have an opportunity to compete against each other in bocce ball and volleyball games. Winners will receive a $300 discount on rent if they are a current resident or if they sign a new lease. Of course, the Backyard Bash would not be complete without bikini models and a delicious barbeque menu. All are invited to attend. Please RSVP to Maria Salvemini at msalvemini@jennacommunications.com.

Goldtex will host a pool party on Wednesday, August 14 known as Panty Raid II rooftop party, “The party we wanted to have.” This fun, poolside event will feature a live DJ, a raffle that includes a cash giveaway and $500 off of one month’s rent as well as an amazing view of Philly’s skyline and the infinity pool.

New Client Announcement:

Jenna Communications is proud to announce that we have added Mike Lemon Casting onto our client roster. With more than 30 years of experience casting films, commercials, voice-overs, print and live events using traditional, in-house casting services for Philadelphia-based clients and beyond, Mike Lemon Casting has established itself as one of the East Coast’s premier agencies. To learn more about Mike Lemon Casting, visit its website and don’t forget to like the company on Facebook.

Event Recap:

On Monday, July 22 Mike Lemon Casting hosted an exclusive networking party to celebrate the grand opening of its new office in King of Prussia. Philadelphia’s top entertainment professionals and media members, including Sue Serio, meteorologist for Fox 29 Good Day, Bill Vargas, Philly sports expert, Joe Vallee, owner of Philly2Philly.com and Insight Magazine. To learn more about the event, read this exclusive from Insight Magazine.

Jenna Communications president, Jennifer Sherlock, at the Mike Lemon Casting grand opening party with Sergio Bucciarelli, Greer Lange, Mike Lemon, and Joe Vallee, owner of Philly2Philly.com.

Agency Update:

Jenna Communications was recently featured in Insight Magazine. We appreciate Insight for recognizing us as “one of the best” PR firms in the area. To read the full article, click here. Thank you for the shout out, Insight!

Client Updates:

Renters have begun moving into Post Brothers Apartments’ newest property, Goldtex, located at 12th and Vine Streets in Center City. The apartment building, which was converted from a former high heel factory, includes 189 loft apartments with a full array of custom features and amenities. Post Brothers describes the building as eco-chic, because it provides a contemporary blend of luxury and green living. All units are powered by clean wind energy, and the entire building meets LEED Silver standards. Additional amenities include a rooftop pool, hot tub and fitness center, year round sun deck, around-the-clock concierge service, covered parking and direct access to the Reading Viaduct. With its close proximity to Center City, residents of Goldtex will have access to some of Philadelphia’s hottest neighborhoods and attractions. See more about the progress at Goldtex from the Philadelphia Business Journal and Philadelphia Magazine.

Sample apartments at Goldtex


Trish Gohl, contractor for The Judge Group and founder of No Dog Gets Left Behind, was awarded the Department of Defense’s Seven Seals Award for her efforts to reunite soldiers with companion animals they had while deployed overseas. The award recognizes organizations for actions that benefit the Guard/Reserve components of the Armed Forces. No Dog Gets Left Behind has raised more than $50,000 for animals’ vaccines, medical treatment and transportation back to the U.S. To learn more about No Dog Gets Left Behind listen to the story from KYW or visit its website.

Sammy, a mixed canine, was brought home from Afghanistan and reunited with his soldier companion thanks to No Dog Gets Left Behind.

Post Brothers Apartments’ founders, Mike and Matt Pestronk, were recognized by Philadelphia Magazine as two of the 20 Best Philadelphians. The magazine described them as liberators, and applauded them for their dedicated redevelopment efforts. Since founding Post Brothers Apartments in 2007, the Pestronk brothers have turned the company into one of Philadelphia’s most active real estate developers.

Partner Spotlight:

For the past three years, Jenna Communications has shared office space with Copy Secure, one of Philadelphia’s leading providers of data and document services. Copy Secure prides itself on forging strong personal relationships with all client partners, and is proud to have worked with some of the region’s top law firms and businesses for more than 10 years. Services include high volume copying and printing, document binding, scanning, data recovery, extraction & culling and more. Visit Copy Secure’s website to see a full range of services offered.

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