PCI and RTM Networks to Offer Network Science ™ to Colleges and Universities to Improve Alumni Connectivity and Increase Alumni Contributions

PCI and RTM Networks form an exclusive partnership to offer Network Science™, an innovative program designed to help universities and colleges drive alumni engagement and contributions.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) January 27, 2010

PCI and RTM Networks announced today the formation of an exclusive partnership to offer Network Science™, an innovative program designed to help universities and colleges drive alumni engagement and contributions.

PCI, the nation’s leader in alumni web communities and published alumni directories for more than 80 years, helps educational institutions connect meaningfully with alumni while enhancing critical fund-raising efforts.

RTM, a proven expert in professional networking, has developed an innovative engagement model that broadens and deepens both personal-interest driven connectivity and professional development among members of college and university alumni communities.

RTM and PCI's products and services, collectively known as Network Science™, transform existing social media experiences from primarily a leisure-time activity into a powerful means of connecting and advancing careers based on personal and professional interests. RTM employs a staff of highly trained and experienced network leaders who serve as facilitators to ensure that community interactions are relevant, trusted and meaningful. Organized around topics such as Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Working/Professional Women, Health, and Golf, Network Science™ provides alumni with the opportunity to connect both online and in person.

PCI and RTM will initially offer Network Science™ to select PCI clients, which number more than 500 colleges and universities, including 17 of the top 25 universities as ranked by US News and World Report.

Buddy Teaster, President of RTM Networks said, "Our track record connecting sophisticated audiences has shown us amazing things can happen by going beyond technology, and really focusing on the people who are looking for professional and personal growth. Our data-driven approach enables alumni to engage with other alumni around the topics that are most important to them.”

"At PCI, our mission is to drive alumni engagement,” said PCI President Drew Clancy. "Social media is fundamentally changing the relationship between alumni and their alma maters. The Network Science™ offering leverages the most powerful social media tools to engage alumni on a deeper level by enhancing their personal and professional development."

About PCI (http://www.publishingconcepts.com)
PCI has served the nation’s leading colleges and universities for more than 80 years. The company’s mission is to drive alumni engagement and accelerate contributions. With a rare combination of proven experience and pioneering expertise, PCI delivers seamless technology solutions combined with personalized customer service. PCI has recently released a new online community solution called ENGAGE from PCI™ that combines the latest online applications with three strategic programs to drive engagement.

About RTM Networks (http://www.rtmnetworks.com):
RTM Networks is committed to helping people connect in ways that are relevant, trusted and meaningful using social network technology and face to face interaction, supported by dedicated network management professionals. The company serves its members through the Network Science™ offering which includes:

•     Business and personal networks/communities supported by dedicated network specialists
•     Marketplaces to encourage business among network members with a special focus on careers and internships
•     MemberConnect, a unique data-driven, human-powered expertise matching service

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