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Robin Klaene, APR

Robin Klaene, APR

Communications Specialist, co-op

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Public Relations & Development Director at Kenton County Public Library

  • Education

    • Northern Kentucky University

      1991 - 1994
      BA

    • University of Cincinnati

      -

  • Experience

    • Cincinnati Park Board

      Mar 1994 - Sept 1995
      Communications Specialist, co-op

    • J. Brown/LMC Group

      Nov 1994 - Nov 1995
      Account Coordinator

      • Coordinated activities related to implementing new and existing marketing and advertising programs for the Keebler Company, Planters Life Savers and Oscar Meyer.

    • Hamilton County Environmental Services

      Nov 1995 - Aug 1997
      Public Relations Specialist

    • Environmental Technologies & Communications, Inc.

      Sept 1997 - Aug 1998
      Public Relations Coordinator

      • Developed identity and communications plan for a new nonprofit group, the Alliance for Chemical Safety. Responsible for facilitating all internal and external communications, establishing relationships with local and state leaders and researching funding opportunities.• Developed and implemented public relations plans for non-profit clients including Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, the Daybreak program and Save the Animals.

    • Kenton County Public Library

      Mar 1998 - now
      Public Relations & Development Director

      Responsible for internal and external communications in regards to Library programs, services, position and activities. Manage the flow of information and communicate to the public through printed materials, social media, media relations activities, strategic communications campaigns, television productions and innovative partnerships. Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with local social service agencies, schools, businesses and county and state government. Design and implement events to bring awareness to the library. Created and manage Booker, the Reading Retriever mascot, to promote the library use through his public appearances. Collaborate and lead community impact projects including the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport project Airport Library and the City of Covington Artistic Book Benches. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • APR, Public Relations Society of America

      Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Werner-VonderHaar-Bogart (WVB) Award Public Relations Society of America Cincinnati Chapter Nov 2024 The Werner-VonderHaar-Bogart (WVB) Award is the highest honor that the Cincinnati PRSA Chapter can bestow upon a member. It is given to a member to recognize service to the Chapter, the community, the profession and the Society.The award is named after William Werner, Edward VonderHaar and Judith Bogart, three public relations leaders who served as presidents of the Cincinnati chapter and later served as PRSA national presidents.Judges look for candidates who have demonstrated… Show more The Werner-VonderHaar-Bogart (WVB) Award is the highest honor that the Cincinnati PRSA Chapter can bestow upon a member. It is given to a member to recognize service to the Chapter, the community, the profession and the Society.The award is named after William Werner, Edward VonderHaar and Judith Bogart, three public relations leaders who served as presidents of the Cincinnati chapter and later served as PRSA national presidents.Judges look for candidates who have demonstrated service to the chapter, the community, the society and the profession. Award recipients have demonstrated achievement in at least three of the four service areas. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      AMA Cincinnati Pinnacle Award - Best "Non-Marketing" Marketing American Marketing Association - Cincinnati Chapter Dec 2023 The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a… Show more The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a community space that encourages reading and imagination. Placed throughout the City of Covington (KY), these vibrant benches engage passersby, inviting them to explore literature in a visually captivating way while promoting the joy of reading and the power of storytelling. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Cincinnati American Marketing Association Community Impact Pinnacle Award American Marketing Association - Cincinnati Chapter Dec 2023 The annual Kenton County Public Library Summer Reading Celebration is the library's largest campaign. The purpose is to create a habit of reading, put books in children's hands and encourage children, teens and adults to read and use the library. The library’s primary audience is everyone who lives in Kenton County (population more than 169,000), with the secondary audience being everyone in Greater Cincinnati.In 2022, we revamped our program, created a patron ambassador program, partnered… Show more The annual Kenton County Public Library Summer Reading Celebration is the library's largest campaign. The purpose is to create a habit of reading, put books in children's hands and encourage children, teens and adults to read and use the library. The library’s primary audience is everyone who lives in Kenton County (population more than 169,000), with the secondary audience being everyone in Greater Cincinnati.In 2022, we revamped our program, created a patron ambassador program, partnered with local businesses and increased our marketing and media relations efforts. We surpassed our goal of a 10 percent increase with a 17 percent increase in participation. We attribute this success to the redevelopment of the program, community partnerships and marketing. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Cincinnati PRSA Award of Excellence - Community Relations Public Relations Society of America Nov 2023 The annual Kenton County Public Library Summer Reading Celebration is the library's largest campaign. The purpose is to create a habit of reading, put books in children's hands and encourage children, teens and adults to read and use the library. The library’s primary audience is everyone who lives in Kenton County (population more than 169,000), with the secondary audience being everyone in Greater Cincinnati.In 2022, we revamped our program, created a patron ambassador program, partnered… Show more The annual Kenton County Public Library Summer Reading Celebration is the library's largest campaign. The purpose is to create a habit of reading, put books in children's hands and encourage children, teens and adults to read and use the library. The library’s primary audience is everyone who lives in Kenton County (population more than 169,000), with the secondary audience being everyone in Greater Cincinnati.In 2022, we revamped our program, created a patron ambassador program, partnered with local businesses and increased our marketing and media relations efforts. We surpassed our goal of a 10 percent increase with a 17 percent increase in participation. We attribute this success to the redevelopment of the program, community partnerships and marketing. Campaign received mulitple rewards, https://cincinnatiprsa.org/2023_Blacksmith_Awards_Winners Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Cincinnati PRSA Blacksmith Award - Community Relations Campaign Public Relations Society of America - Cincinnati Chapter Nov 2023 The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a… Show more The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a community space that encourages reading and imagination. Placed throughout the City of Covington (KY), these vibrant benches engage passersby, inviting them to explore literature in a visually captivating way while promoting the joy of reading and the power of storytelling. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Cincinnati PRSA Blacksmith Award - Events & Observances 7 Days or Fewer Public Relations Society of America - Cincinnati Chapter Nov 2023 The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a… Show more The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a community space that encourages reading and imagination. Placed throughout the City of Covington (KY), these vibrant benches engage passersby, inviting them to explore literature in a visually captivating way while promoting the joy of reading and the power of storytelling. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Cincinnati PRSA Blacksmith Award - Most Effective Campaign on a Shoestring Budget Public Relations Society of America - Cincinnati Chapter Nov 2023 The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a… Show more The Book Bench project led by Kenton County Public Library's PR team celebrates literacy and art through creatively designed benches inspired by books. The team secured a $26,000 grant to pay for artists and benches, collaborated with partner organizations, secured artists and developed a media-friendly community reveal event. This project launched in January 2023 and was completed by May 2023.Each bench showcases a unique artistic interpretation of beloved stories, fostering a community space that encourages reading and imagination. Placed throughout the City of Covington (KY), these vibrant benches engage passersby, inviting them to explore literature in a visually captivating way while promoting the joy of reading and the power of storytelling. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      PRSA Blacksmith Awards - Creative Tactics Award of Excellence Creative Tactics Public Relations Society of America - Cincinnati Chapter Nov 2023 The staff of the Kenton County Public Library's Erlanger Branch wanted to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the building being in its permanent location. Since its inception, the building has moved several times before being built in its current (and final) location. Research was conducted on the best way to inform the residents of this area about all of the 20th anniversary celebration activities. Located on a bustling three-way intersection, the building has a massive blank wall - or, as the… Show more The staff of the Kenton County Public Library's Erlanger Branch wanted to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the building being in its permanent location. Since its inception, the building has moved several times before being built in its current (and final) location. Research was conducted on the best way to inform the residents of this area about all of the 20th anniversary celebration activities. Located on a bustling three-way intersection, the building has a massive blank wall - or, as the PR team saw - a blank canvas. We turned the building into a billboard via gigantic window clings that passers could not miss by featuring the 20th anniversary logo that stayed up during the month-long celebration. Show less
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Blacksmith Award of Excellence: Shoestring Budget ($5,000 or less) Public Relations Society of America Nov 2019 The library's PR team developed and implemented a multi-faceted campaign to encourage library users to return their items. Amnesty in April was a success and the launch to the system going fine-free.
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Best of NKY: Racing to Read 5K NKY Magazine May 2012 The library's Racing to Read 5k Run & Walk was nominated and selected by runners as the best charitable race. Custom t-shirts, a pancake breakfast, flat course and prizes were recognized as favorites by runners and walkers. The library's media partner, Local 12, also provided support and John Lomax emceed the event.
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      Public Relations Professional of the Year - Kentucky Department of Library and Archives Kentucky Department of Library and Archives Nov 2011 First recipient of a newly-created award to highlight excellence in Public Relations for a library.
    • Awarded to Robin Klaene, APR
      PR/Marketing Award Kentucky Public Library Association Oct 2011 The purpose of the Public Relations and Marketing Award, established in 2010, is to recognize a library which has demonstrated remarkable achievement in the promotion of its services. The award may be given for a particular public relations campaign, a series of promotional pieces, an innovative Internet presence, or other activities which serve the purpose of promoting library usage in the community. I was the first person honored with this new award.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Director At Large

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2021
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Public Relations

      Issued by Blessed Sacrament School on Jan 2012
      Blessed Sacrament SchoolAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Marketing Chair

      Issued by Milestone's Inc. on Jan 2021
      Milestone's Inc.Associated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Past President

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2021
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • President

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2020
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • President Elect

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2019
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Vice President of Programming

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2018
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Media Day Co-Chair

      Issued by Cincinnati PRSA on Jan 2016
      Cincinnati PRSAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Troop Leader

      Issued by Girl Scouts of the USA on Jun 2011
      Girl Scouts of the USAAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR

    • Grade Level Coordinator

      Issued by Blessed Sacrament School on Sept 2014
      Blessed Sacrament SchoolAssociated with Robin Klaene, APR