Signature Event Coordinator for "Clark on the Yellowstone"

TASK
To develop, coordinate, market and implement “Clark on the Yellowstone” National Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Signature Event, July 22 - 25, 2006 at Pompey’s Pillar National Monument, Montana.  One of fifteen Signature Events held in the United States of America from 2003 through 2006.  Responsible for fund development through grants, appropriations, sponsorship and in-kind donations.  Coordination involved local, state and federal partners as well as community cooperative agreements with private businesses, tribal administrations, and non-profit organizations.  Learn more at www.clarkontheyellowstone.org
RELATED ARTICLES
BRIDGE OF CULTURES, December 9, 2005, Billings Gazette
L & C FUNDED, May 5, 2006, Billings Gazette
CLARK’S RETURN, July 2006, Western Business Journal
A Really Big Deal, July 17, 2006, Big Sky Business Journal
RELATED DOWNLOADS
Clark's Party 30 seconds: Small PDF / Large PDF
National Signature Event 30 seconds: Small PDF/ Large PDF
Clark on the Yellowstone: Program GuidePDF
Clark on the Yellowstone: Program SchedulePDF
TESTIMONIAL
"Talk about an idea person!  Melody Dobson is full of energy, which is reflected in her projects.  She knows how to generate excitement.  Melody is a great organizer and can pull together projects big or small - and always with a fresh approach."
Anne Gauer, Video Producer
Spotlight Productions

Billings Chamber of Commerce
Development of concept and design for the Chamber’s Visitor Center.  The goal was to develop a theme involving our sense of place and time.  The result was a very dramatic presentation connecting Billings to its historical signatures of the past.
TESTIMONIAL
“In 2005 we were faced with a great opportunity to create a dramatic welcome to our community for the thousands of guests that come through our Chamber Visitor Center each year. Melody and Baseline Communications captured our new brand identity and created a warm and welcoming environment that capitalized on our region’s culture, history and fine arts. I look forward to working with Baseline on future projects.”
John Brewer, President & CEO
Billings Chamber of Commerce/CVB
www.itsinbillings.com

National Park Service
Melody serves as the production developer and director of “The Montana Lasting Oral Legacy” program funded by National Park Service.  This is an oral history program that documents and archives tribal histories in the state of Montana.  The project has been able to secure ongoing funding for three years.

Vision Optical
  Creating and upgrading the retail center for Vision Optical to meet their goals was a project that took owner Destiny Zielie’s vision and turned it into reality.  The makeover enhanced the visual appeal of their product and has made a beautiful dramatic presence.  It’s a breath of fresh air that creates daily compliments.  Stop by and see for yourself.  Vision Optical, 1331 24th St. West, Billings, MT  59102

Linda Hill, Master Hair Colourist
Helping Linda establish her marketing plan, logo and timeline was a lot of fun.  Her commitment and dedication to her industry makes her a leader in her field.  Linda also serves as Design Educator for nationally-known hair care line Purelogy.
 RELATED DOWNLOADS
Pureology: Small PDF / Large PDF
TESTIMONIAL
“Melody Dobson was definitely able to help me think "out of the box" in a very classy way.  My business took on a brand new image and attitude overnight.”
Linda Hill