Resources and Communications

Communications will play an increasingly important role in the Alliance's operations in 2011. We're kicking off the year by engaging a web design firm, Kennedy Consulting Group, to revamp the Alliance's external web site. The site will feature a blog that will enable the members to publicly discuss issues relevant to the Alliance and showcase their expertise. Deb Ausman, our communications manager, will lead the web design project and serve as editor for the planned blog.

Look for more details on this effort in January. We concluded the year by refining our message and positioning so that the Alliance presents a singular, consistent identity to stakeholders. This is particularly important given that we are a virtual organization. You can find our new presentation boilerplate and other key messaging in Basecamp. Deb has also developed a presentation template, which includes a new master slideset and positioning slides that can be slotted into talks given on behalf of the Alliance. Please direct any questions about comms to Deb at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .