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Recognition Review

Highlights from November, 2008 Issue

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Recognition Review, the official magazine of the Awards and Recognition Association, speaks for thousands of success-minded awards and engraving professionals around the world. Filled with helpful how-to articles, business expertise, technical advice and inspiring success stories, Recognition Review is the premier voice in the industry.

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Table of Contents November, 2008

Plaque Designs Go For the "Total Effect"
Continuing on the theme of color - the hottest feature in awards this year - manufacturers are adding a splash to their line of plaques and plaque components.

Selecting the Right Typographical Wardrobe
Robert "Dr. Type" Trogman uses signs and coffee shop and restaurant menus to demonstrate what works and what doesn't in type design. His advice: Always keep the entire graphic context and the occasion in mind.

Establish an ARA Sportmanship Award Program in Your Community
The ARA Sportsmanship Award Program involves more than presenting a trophy. Learn the specifics on how to set up a successful program in your community, and how doing so can also serve as a great marketing effort for your awards business.

'Interactive Transparency': The End
This month marks the 60th article in Pradhan Balter's CorelDRAW series. But after 5 years of articles, he still has a few more topics to cover, so look forward to his in-depth exploration of Corel PHOTO-PAINT in the coming months.

When Times Get Tough, Service Makes a Difference
Fran Carville's city, Baton Rouge, LA, has seen many hurricanes come and go, but none took its toll the way Gustav did this fall. In the wake of the storm, Fran and her husband, Tom, discovered a basic truth: Face-to-face service is still alive and well - and greatly appreciated.

It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over
November and especially Thanksgiving are the time to show appreciation to those who have helped us, mentored us, encouraged us, held our hands through challenges, advised us (whether or not we wanted them to), shared their courage, and listened when we needed an ear. Donna Gray, CRM, explains.

ARA's Gold
Past ARA Gold Obelisk winners talk about how they've benefitted from association membership. Encourage your peers and colleagues to earn such recognition by submitting a nomination form, available at the awards section of the ARA Web site, www.ara.org.