December 18, 2006

Rella:Cowan Advertising Tapped By M&F Bank

DURHAM, NC - Rella:Cowan, a full-service marketing and advertising agency, has been selected by M&F Bank as marketing partner for the bank's 2007 centennial celebration. The agency has been retained to provide a unified theme, logo and messaging, as well as event support including invitations, collateral and signage. Rella:Cowan will partner with V.K. Fields & Co. Public Relations firm for the year's festivities.

"M&F Bank selected Rella:Cowan and V.K. Fields & Co. for their respective strengths to brand our centennial campaign and tell our story to those that may not be aware of M&F Bank's rich history," says Lucera Parker, marketing director for M&F Bank "The year 2007 will be filled with exciting opportunities to celebrate - bridging the past, present and the future of M&F Bank."

Scheduled events include a Founders' Day celebration in February and a black-tie awards gala, which will honor a century-long history of service to the community, in May.

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