While the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association’s educational programs and nationally-acclaimed chamber music competition have always enjoyed an exceptional worldwide reputation, prior to Richard Harrison Bailey/The Agency’s involvement, our marketing and development collateral pieces did not accurately reflect this fact. I am therefore pleased to review the countless ways that RHB has been of service to Fischoff. Because your work has been so comprehensive, please forgive me if I overlook anything.

Like many nonprofit organizations working to maximize impact on a tight budget, Fischoff’s structure is small yet complex. When RHB first began working with Fischoff, the Agency was careful to gather comprehensive information by looking at Fischoff in toto, customizing new branding through coherence. Some of the wonderful outcomes of that process include:

• Designing a new logo that reflects the sophistication and reputation of Fischoff;
• Creating an artistic and professionally designed annual poster for nationwide distribution;
• Creating a semi-annual newsletter, High Notes, which concisely keeps constituents informed of our progress;
• Designing merchandise that captures the spirit of our youthful constituency;
• Creating a nationally-focused brochure for development purposes;
• Providing direction for useful participation in industry tradeshows; and,
• Developing a marketing strategy that includes targeted local and national advertising, including print media and outdoor advertising.

Without reservation, I can say that the national image and financial stability of Fischoff has grown exponentially as a direct result of the marketing direction provided by RHB/The Agency. Since enlisting RHB’s help in 1996,

• The Fischoff Competition has doubled in size, annually attracting more than 200 of the world’s finest young chamber musicians;
• Revenue has more than doubled – a direct result of RHB’s professional development materials; and
• A modest endowment fund has grown to cover 8% of current expenses.

One of RHB’s strongest assets has been its perspective and understanding of Fischoff’s market. Time and time again, RHB has creatively captured the youthful spirit of Fischoff, which has been invaluable to our organization.

We are so grateful for RHB’s care and concern. From the start, the Agency’s perspective has been that a win for Fischoff is a win for RHB. Fischoff feels the same way about RHB. There could be no better arrangement.

Sincerely,

Ann Divine
Executive Director
Fischoff National Chamber Music Association