BuzzAround, Inc is a privately held corporation, guided by a board which meets monthly to steer decision- making and maintain federal and state corporate compliance. We are a team working for the mutual benefit of the communities we serve, local nonprofits and small businesses; coworkers and our partners; with the goal of enhancing communication, cooperation, and a sustainable society that values human dignity.
• People: We show respect and integrity in our actions and language with readers, employees, businesses and all we connect with. In essence, treat others as we would like to be treated.
• Planet: We seek wisdom and make decisions with an understanding of their effect on the earth and its inhabitants. All business decisions are made with environmental sustainability & a pluralistic society in mind.
• Profits: We work with local small businesses to develop individualized interactive marketing plans. By providing creative advertising, promotion and guidance to reach our communities and build new relationships; we support these businesses in strengthening themselves and our communities
- Jacquelyn Rose, President
- Theresa McNulty, Treasurer
- Marcy Venezia, Secretary
- Thomas J Kelley, Benefit Officer
- Jennifer Bellody, Alexa Pennington, Jamie Puhi, Greg Venezia, Directors
It began with building bridges through communication ~ In early 2008, Sharon Graves, volunteer for the Friends of the Library and Meals on Wheels; Theresa McNulty, East Bridgewater, MA Selectwoman and special education advocate; and Jacquelyn Rose, writer and E. B. Recreation Commission Secretary found themselves discussing town issues.
As a response to this discussion, Sharon, Theresa & Jacquie hosted a series of focus groups where citizens could voice opinions, concerns, and suggestions about our community. Out of their desire to deliver the information gained from these forums , our email newsletter was created.
Buzz Around East Bridgewater launched August 2009 to 100 subscribers. It quickly became a way for volunteers & groups to reach out to their community. Readers depended on the weekly information. It was only months before local businesses were asking to advertise, and our marketing team to support small business was born.
With the help of journalism and marketing interns the BuzzAround has become a solid template for building community communication and pride; encouraging grassroots democracy, civic engagement and the informal social safety net; increasing the quality of life in our communities.
Huge gratitude goes to the many who have supported the BuzzAround mission~ from early launch with Theresa, Sharon and Jacquie; to the shareholders, boardmembers and interns; the BuzzAround has always been a group effort with Jacquie at the helm; and continues to evolve, developing a sustainable model.
As we look toward the future to share this concept and build hives in many communities, we look back and thank the folks who have dedicated time and energy sharing positive information. We all need good news.