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CWA 2020 Virtual Awards Ceremony and Tabby’s Place Fundraising Results

August 23, 2020 by Deb Barnes 1 Comment

Despite 2020 being a crazy year with the CWA canceling their 26th Annual Conference and Awards Banquet due to COVID-19, the decision was made by the organization to hold a virtual awards ceremony – From Glammies to Jammies – on Saturday, August 8, 2020, as well as a virtual fundraising event for Tabby’s Place Cat […]

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CWA’s From Glammies to Jammies Virtual Awards Event Viewing Details Announced

July 23, 2020 by Deb Barnes 1 Comment

The Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) is excited to announce their first-ever virtual communications contest awards ceremony, “From Glammies to Jammies,” to be held live, Saturday, August 8, 2020, from 7:00 – 10:00 pm, EST, to reveal contest winners from the 2019 communications contest period. The decision to hold a virtual ceremony was the result of […]

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From Glammies to Jammies – CWA Announces Virtual Communications Contest Ceremony

June 20, 2020 by Deb Barnes Leave a Comment

The CWA is pleased to announce their first-ever virtual awards ceremony to reveal and celebrate the winners of their annual Communications Contest with the theme, “From Glammies to Jammies” (contest period January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2019). Our thought – we really, really, really think people need something to look forward to and just […]

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Sad News – Saying Goodbye to CWA Member, Nancy Marano

June 13, 2020 by Deb Barnes Leave a Comment

It is with great sadness, we share the regrettable news that long-time CWA and DWAA member, Nancy Marano passed away recently due to an infection unrelated to Covid-19. She lived in Albuquerque NM with her older sister Norma. Nancy was in her late 70s. Nancy was an animal advocate, award-winning editor, and journalist, multi-talented volunteer, […]

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COVID-19 UPDATE – CWA 2020 CONFERENCE CANCELED BUT WILL HOLD VIRTUAL COMMUNICATIONS CONTEST EVENT

April 19, 2020 by Deb Barnes Leave a Comment

After a decision made by the CWA conference committee consisting of President, Deb Barnes; VP, Paula Gregg; Co-founder, Amy Shojai; Past-President, Marci Kladnik; Treasure and PR, Robbi Hess; and members, Ramona Marek and Ruth Thaler-Carter it has been determined in light of the current COVID-19 circumstances that the CWA will cancel their 26th annual conference […]

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Social Media Expert Peter Shankman Announced as CWA 2020 Conference Keynote Speaker

January 15, 2020 by Deb Barnes Leave a Comment

Five-time bestselling author, entrepreneur, customer service experience expert and founder of HARO (Help a Reporter Out) Peter Shankman will be the featured keynote speaker at the Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) 26th Annual Conference and Awards Banquet, to be held July 16–18, 2020 at the APA Hotel Woodbridge in Iselin, NJ. Called by the New York […]

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CAT WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION 2019 COMMUNICATIONS CONTEST OPEN FOR ENTRIES!

December 18, 2019 by Deb Barnes 4 Comments

The Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) is excited to announce our 2019 Communications Contest is open for entries with opportunities to win cash prizes, MUSE™ Medallion Awards, and Certificates of Excellence totaling over $13,000! Qualified entries range from works produced/created January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2019 and the contest is open to both CWA-Members and […]

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Call for Speakers for CWA’s 2020 Conference

December 7, 2019 by Deb Barnes 2 Comments

The Cat Writers’ Association is celebrating its 26th-annual conference and awards banquet at the APA Hotel Woodbridge, NJ, July 16th – 18th 2020 and we’re looking for industry leaders, motivators, and creative talents to help present dynamic and educational sessions. We’re seeking proposals for sessions, workshops, and panels that will inspire, motivate and empower our […]

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CAT WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES APA HOTEL WOODBRIDGE FOR 2020 CONFERENCE AND AWARDS BANQUET

December 2, 2019 by Deb Barnes Leave a Comment

The Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) is pleased to announce the location of their 26th annual conference and awards banquet will be at the APA Hotel Woodbridge in Iselin, NJ on July 16 – 18, 2020. A newly renovated, pet-friendly establishment, the CWA is thrilled with the property’s modern, four-star rating, as well as its close, […]

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CWA Links Forces with the Acatemy 2020 Symposium

October 23, 2019 by Janiss Garza Leave a Comment

The Cat Writers Association is one of the sponsors for the second annual Acatemy Symposium, being held on January 17–19, 2020 in Dulles, VA. CWA is also sponsoring six of its professional members, who are speaking at the event.

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