CreateAthon 2007 is underway!
Check out our STATUS REPORT
A special thank you to the Createathon team:
Krista Robertson
Jeanine Szczesniak
Jennifer Cherock
Jessica Munday
Jessica Kersey
Brian Cendrowski
Nicole Cendrowski
Roxanne Hicks
Brian Dadin
Cultigraphic girls
Trio Solutions was selected as the official CreateAthon® agency for the Lowcountry. Although CreateAthon is in its tenth year nationally, this will be the first year this event has been available to Lowcountry nonprofits. For 24 hours, from 8 a.m. on Thursday, September 13 until 8 a.m. on Friday, September 14, every member of our staff will work on pro-bono projects for several nonprofit organizations in our area. During that time, we will complete 15 projects for five organizations. All of our time will be donated.
Congratulations to this year’s CreateAthon recipients:
LOVE Inc.
My Sister’s House
Teacher’s Supply Closet
Lowcountry Earth Force
Berkeley County Foundation of Volunteers for the SC Guardian Ad Litem Program
September 13th, 2007 at 2:04 pm
The war room… Who will be the first to crack and take a nap in the tent?
September 13th, 2007 at 2:09 pm
I think it’s worth noting that this is actually more than 24 hours! 8 a.m. to noon on Friday is 28! The comments should get really good around 3 a.m.
A special shout out to our friends at Little Dog Agency for dropping off the cupcakes!
September 13th, 2007 at 2:31 pm
I have completed my first two tasks! YAY! The copy for Teacher’s Supply Closet and My Sister’s House Web sites has been collected and is off to the proof reader.
September 13th, 2007 at 2:39 pm
Hats off to the great Trio Solutions team for your hard work and fun outlook on this endeavor. You may already know this but many of these nonprofits would not be here it if were not for your efforts. The reality is that most of their accomplishments are possible due to events like this. Thanks for your ongoing commitment to making your community a success. Good luck!
September 13th, 2007 at 3:43 pm
One down, three to go …
September 13th, 2007 at 3:48 pm
Did you guys hear that Kersey had a run-in with the spray tan truck? Doesn’t she look dark and lovely?
September 13th, 2007 at 3:55 pm
No run in with the spray truck, this was intentional. This intense spray tan, better known as the “cocktail tan”, is sure to make me a bronzed beauty in Las Vegas this weekend! I am glad that I am here to give the office a good laugh today. No one seems to be able to take me seriously. Is it becuase I look like I just got back from an extended stay in Miami??? Gotta love being tan….
September 13th, 2007 at 6:26 pm
10 hours and counting…
Brian and Nicole brainstorming or talking about what’s for dinner?
Oh - here’s the Createathon menu
Roxanne knocking out some mack-daddy logos
And Rocco the Super Dog
September 13th, 2007 at 6:30 pm
Oh - yea watch the 11 p.m. news on ABC-Channel 4. Shout out to our main man Dino!
September 13th, 2007 at 6:34 pm
Yeah - I second that…big shout out to Dean and ABC-Channel 4…thanks for the support! You rock!!!
September 13th, 2007 at 7:18 pm
Wait a minute…..who’s Rocco??
Looks like yall are doing an awesome job! I miss you guys! Wish I could be there with you!
P.S. I didn’t read JK’s thing at first and was like whoooa mama, when did she go to the beach! Have fun in Vegas and dance on everything…don’t worry your hubby to much
September 13th, 2007 at 7:21 pm
I can’t get the news - you guys need to tape it - To Jessica K: (congrats on the nups/tan is glowing bride) To Jessica M: (where’s the pizza maybe put sugar on some pizza for a sugar buzz) To: Jen and Kris (miss you guys) To: Brian, Nicole and Roxanne (keep up the good work) To: Rocco (can you come live at my cabin in the mountains Ray the Stray would love you). Any naps yet? Good luck and Good night everybody . . .
September 13th, 2007 at 7:43 pm
I am there in spirit. And… thanking God and all those who gave Love Inc this chance.
Y’all ROCK!!
I will be there in ….14 hours with latte’s..
take care, and cat naps.
September 13th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
My teeth just turned blue from the cupcake I finally broke down and ate. Oh, I’m almost done with another web site. On to the next one…!
September 13th, 2007 at 9:09 pm
Ya’ll are truly an awesome group of people! We are so excited for all of the non profits that were chosen. We know that all of us will benefit from your hard work and dedication. Hang in there…..not too many more hours to go…..I know easy for me to say! BTW–love the tan, but not sure about the dinner menu. ha! God’s blessings for your caring.
September 13th, 2007 at 9:13 pm
Teacher’s Supply Closet Web site is nearly done! Through the miracles of modern technology, we have taken a process that normally takes weeks and compressed it to mere hours! I am certainly impressed with all the work that Nicole, Jessica K., Krista, Jessica M. and Brian D. have done to pull this off in such a short period of time. You guys are awesome!
We just finished up with some pizza from Orlando’s on Daniel Island, so we’re fueled up and ready to take on the night. More logos, brochures, and marketing plans yet to come.
September 13th, 2007 at 9:25 pm
Yes, our pets are here with us too. Here’s Lucy. She actually just returned from gettin’ her hair did over at the PetSmart salon. Don’t she look good?
September 13th, 2007 at 9:26 pm
Sorry Guys, I am going to bed. OOOPS! the B word! I mean.. I am going out for a long walk! ummmm… I mean… I’m going to go out and work in the garden!
yeah, that’s it!
snore…
Again, I am there in my dreams.. 12 more hours for Starbucks…
Bless you all.
September 13th, 2007 at 9:53 pm
Awwww watch out now! We’re steady rockin’ while workin’ - Afrika Bambaataa’s “Planet Rock” is on…my iPod shuffle mix is on time! Anything to keep us moving…pizza, jams, good causes, and each other. Ain’t no stoppin’ us now! PS - Goose, your hair is bangin’!
September 13th, 2007 at 9:54 pm
Rick Springfield is going to keep this party rockin’… sing with me… “I wish that I had Jessie’s girl. Where can I find a woman like that” ya’all know what I am talking about! This makes me PROUD to be part of TRIO! This is truly a great group to be working with! HA
September 13th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
Got your messages Laureen - thanks for the cheers and blessings! We’re so excited about your event! “Spanning the Ages - A Music Festival and Oyster Roast to Benefit Love Inc.” You dig??? Yep, I said oyster roast! It’s going to be awesome!!! Can’t wait to see you in the a.m.! Night-night.
September 13th, 2007 at 10:57 pm
Hello all!
We are working in the amazing suite that our office is… and Robyn is playing some sad music that makes me want to crawl under a rock. But - we are excited to be working with TRIO for the Create-a-thon! Our posters are looking good!! We put a little sizzle in them - that’s what the man at a french restaurant told us we should consider when designing.
Always ask yourself… where’s the sizzle?
Haha… I’m gonna go eat a sandwich now.
September 13th, 2007 at 11:01 pm
Ok, so I should have read Nicole’s thread before I ate the cupcake. I look like an oversized smurf. It was good though!!
September 13th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
Two down, one to go … My Sister’s House Web site
September 13th, 2007 at 11:27 pm
Bird here reporting to you from Charlotte, NC. I didn’t think Grandma was going to make it as I HATE driving in inclement weather. But I have arrived and am happy to report that I have showered and am still looking tan and beautiful! I’ll be blogging from the Vegas strip in approximately 12 hours….
I miss you guys and am so proud of you for all of the work you have done. My Sister’s House looks so good! Everything does and I can’t be more proud to say I work at Trio.
Please tell Lucy that she looks the most beautiful I have ever seen her. She and Rocco are now tied as my favorite dogs (other than Lucky of course).
September 14th, 2007 at 12:17 am
JK, you are a superstar! Your “cocktail tan” was glowing on the 11 o’clock news. Glad to hear you made it to Charlotte safely. Have fun in Vegas. We’ll have your pole polished for you when you return. Can’t wait to see your new moves.
September 14th, 2007 at 12:25 am
Okay folks. The witching hour is officially here. Game on! Let’s rock it out for some great causes.
September 14th, 2007 at 12:28 am
A huge THANK YOU to the gals at Cultigraphic Creative Group - Catherine, Kristen and Robyn - for creating such amazing pieces for Love Inc. All of the designs were beautiful and your talents continue to shine. Thank you so much for banding together w/ the Trio Crew to support nonprofits in the Lowcountry!
September 14th, 2007 at 12:44 am
A big congratulations to the team…we wish you well. God bless all of you for what you are doing. Hope the night goes quickly.
Love,
Irene and Ray
PS. We’ll stay up all night too (don’t call us we’ll call you).
September 14th, 2007 at 1:23 am
Ray is keeping my going…Ray Charles that is. Thank God for good music, hot coffee and a few brain cells. One more brochure to go.
September 14th, 2007 at 1:24 am
Dang. Should have proofread that last post. I’m falling down on the job!
September 14th, 2007 at 2:28 am
2:26 a.m. Jessie’s Girl is playing again…and I must admit, I play a mean air guitar.
September 14th, 2007 at 2:33 am
Vanilla Ice!
September 14th, 2007 at 2:39 am
Speaking of which…I’m thinking that should be our next endeavor…a Trio air band:
Jessica M. - air piano
Jennifer - air guitar
Krista - air triangle and air tambourine
Roxanne - air bass
Brian C. - air drums
Nicole - air trumpet
Brian D. - air violin
Jessica K. - air vocals, of course (hair brush mic included)
Okay…back to work. Led Zep is on now…right on time. Love Inc budget, here I come…
September 14th, 2007 at 3:06 am
Good night everyone! Thanks for the opportunity to work with you guys on stuff - I had a great time!! Sweet dreams
Hope the meetings go well tomorrow.
September 14th, 2007 at 3:59 am
Last but not least … Berkeley County Guardian Ad Litem
September 14th, 2007 at 4:09 am
4:08 a.m. We’re still here with toothpicks holding our eyes open. We’ve got to turn off The Fray or I’m going to crawl under my desk and go to bed.
September 14th, 2007 at 4:12 am
Awww. yea. John Butler Trio - much better!
September 14th, 2007 at 4:20 am
Someone punch me in the head. Struggling.
September 14th, 2007 at 4:44 am
Two marketing plans down. One to go.
September 14th, 2007 at 4:50 am
Then crizzi to gizzone and seen number izzone
Crizzin ricking tizza of mizzac mic dizza
With the bang bang, brother I feel bad
But I ain’t comitting suicide for no crab
But calling her a crab is just a figure of speech
Cause she’s an apple, a pear, a plum, and a peach
I thought I had it in the palm of my hand
But man oh man, if I was grand I’d LOVE Roxanne
…. I am awake NOW!
September 14th, 2007 at 6:15 am
WOW! I can’t believe what has been down. AMAZING!!!! I am up and heading to the airport. I miss you guys! Good luck presenting. I know everyone is going to be thrilled because this work is WONDERFUL!!!!
I have on thing to say…..BATMAN!!! (I won’t sing the rest this early int he morning)
See you Monday!
September 14th, 2007 at 7:41 am
23 hours and everything has been accomplished.
3 marketing plans
3 Web sites
2 logos
1 overview brochure
Copy for brochure
Event overview and budget
Poster for event
Media list
Report card flyer
How to write media releases flyer (added bonus for two lucky nonprofits)
OH - and some airtime on the 11 o’clock news with Channel 4. Pretty cool but I think everyone is barely alive.
Roxanne taking a cat nap in the tent
The Web “master”
Our Createathon organizer
Ready to plan your next event!
September 14th, 2007 at 11:42 am
Well looky there…3 redheads in a row!
September 14th, 2007 at 12:58 pm
Oh my gosh…we are SO OUT OF THIS MOTHER! Almost 1 p.m. - 29 hours people. Let’s bust outta this joint! All client meetings went well…everyone was happy with our work and although we’re feeling pretty beat, it was well worth it. Special thanks to all of the nonprofits that gave us the opportunity to work with them on their special projects. It’s all about making a difference people…and together, we did it.
Triooo…OUT!
September 16th, 2007 at 1:50 pm
I am so proud of yall! Everything looks aammmmazing! I’ll call yall tomorrow to find out how the presenting went
By the way, reading all of the posts are hilarious. You can definitely tell when yall started going nutty! Makes me miss you crazy folks!
Talk to you soon!
JM- I bet you love all this blogging!