“laura b creative” President Laura Poindexter Appointed to the Board of Directors of the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce

For Immediate Release

July 7, 2011

Herndon, VA  – “laura b creative”, a business marketing and graphic design firm and recognized leader on social media, announced today that its president/founder, Laura B. Poindexter, was appointed to a three-year term to the board of directors of the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce. The appointment was made official today with a unanimous vote during the Chamber’s annual meeting at the Westin Washington Dulles in Herndon, Virginia.

Located in one of the top technology corridors in the country, the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce is the fifth largest chamber in the Washington, D.C. region and the largest in Fairfax County, Virginia. Since 1959, the Chamber has focused on helping grow businesses, enriching the local community and acting as a strong voice on issues impacting the private sector.

“It is a humbling honor to be part of the board of this prestigious business organization and I look forward to continuing to be part of the leadership team that will take the Chamber to an even more successful future,” said Poindexter.  Outgoing board chairman Bill Lauer added, “Laura really earned her seat on the board because of her hard work, dedication and contributions to the Chamber. I am confident that she will continue to play a vital role in the success of the organization.”

Ms. Poindexter has served as the chair of the Chamber’s marketing committee, chair of the Dulles South lead share group, a Chamber ambassador, as well as a member of the technology and special events committees. As a well-known expert on social media, she has delivered numerous presentations on the effective use of new media for business applications and for driving audience engagement.