February 14, 2008, Altamonte Springs, FL – The Economic Cooperative is pleased to announce the addition of Hull & Associates as a new member company. Established in 1979 by President and Founder Miriam (Mimi) B. Hull, Ph.D., the Maitland-based company specializes in organizational development, human resource/relations training and consulting.
 
Hull & Associates provides consulting, speaking, training and facilitation services. Clients include Fortune 500 corporations, small business, non-profit organizations, associations, conferences and conventions. Walt Disney World, Darden Restaurants, Florida Hospital, SunTrust Bank, and state and local governments are among the organizations that the company has helped.
 
Popularly known as “Dr. Mimi,” Hull is a regular guest on WDBO 580-FM, where she speaks on topics concerning the business and non-profit communities. She also writes Corporate Couch, a column dealing with such issues as leadership, communication and improving business practices.
 
Dr. Hull is a licensed psychologist who earned her Doctorate in Psychology with a doctoral specialization in Business Management, as well as a Masters in Counseling and Personnel Services from the University of Florida, Gainesville. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY.
 
“We are very glad to welcome Dr. Mimi Hull and Hull & Associates to the Economic Cooperative,” said Jamie Freeman, co-chair of the membership committee. “A business of this caliber complements our existing member companies while providing a unique asset that will benefit all involved.”
 
With goals of bringing together a diverse group of businesses, the Economic Cooperative continues to expand its member base. The membership plans for 2008 provide for continued expansion into various business segments and areas of exclusivity while facilitating personal and professional growth in Central Florida.
 
About the Central Florida Economic Cooperative:
 
The Central Florida Economic Cooperative is a member-run business organization located in Altamonte Springs, FL.  The Economic Cooperative is founded on the three ideals of business development, business education and community engagement.  For more information on the Economic Cooperative and its members, visit our Web site at www.economiccooperative.com.
 
Contact:
 
Joe Forgét
Technetium Creative
407-667-4884
 
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