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Iowa Puts $5M EcoDev Budget Up for Grabs

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

IowaThe Iowa Economic Development Authority is looking for a firm to handle its $5M annual strategic marketing and communications budget.

Missy Edwards Speaks for Shein

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

SheinMissy Edwards Strategies represents Shein Technology Group, the Los Angeles arm of the embattled Singapore-based “instant fashion” retailer.

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Edelman Sails with Viking

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

VikingEdelman handles Viking Holdings, the river and ocean luxury cruise line that plans to raise $1B via an IPO priced in the $21 to $25 per share range.

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Breaking Through Clutter with Multi-Channel Experiences

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Dara Busch

Dara BuschConsumers who once demanded convenience now require consistent, multi-channel experiences that cater to them at every point. Brands must have a clear, audience-appropriate, and channel-specific voice across all platforms.

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News of Firms: RVD Communications Joins Band of Insiders

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Steve Barnes

RVDRVD Communications, a New York-based PR, influencer marketing and brand building agency, is acquired by Band of Insiders... An NCSolutions consumer sentiment survey finds that 55 percent of respondents would be more likely to try a product if it’s marketed as being aligned with a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle... IPG Mediabrands launches its Climate Action Accelerator Program.

Accounts in Transit: BackBay Communications Finds Finovate

Mon., Apr. 22, 2024

By Steve Barnes

FinovateBackBay Communications takes on Finovate for PR and media relations services for its FinovateSpring 2024, FinovateFall 2024, and FinovateEurope 2025 events... Taft Communications picks up PosiGen, which provides renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions for underserved communities... rEvolution lands PR and marketing AOR status for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, international cricket championship.

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Colorado Calls for Communications Partners

Fri., Apr. 19, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

State of ColoradoColorado is accepting the qualifications of PR firms, ad agencies and marketing services companies that are interested in working for The Centennial State.

Managers Unaware of Employee Burnout

Fri., Apr. 19, 2024

By Steve Barnes

GrossmanEmployees at U.S. companies are experiencing high levels of burnout, but managers are lagging behind when it comes to their awareness of the problem

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Blame 'The Juice' for Today's Post-Truth Politics

Fri., Apr. 19, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

OJ SimpsonThe techniques deployed by OJ Simpson's defense team in the 'trial of the century' served as a harbinger for those used by Donald Trump... People worry about the politicization of medical science just as much as they fret about another pandemic, according to Edelman Trust Barometer... Book bans aren't restricted to red states as deep blue Illinois, Connecticut and Maryland challenged at least 100 titles in 2023.

On the Move: Derris Ups Lisa Frank to CEO

Fri., Apr. 19, 2024

By Steve Barnes

Lisa FrankDerris promotes Lisa Frank, who founded the brand consultancy along with Jesse Derris in 2013, to CEO... PAN Communications brings on Bristol Whitcher Rice, Nik Barkley and Chris Nardone as VPs... Pace University hires J&J's Zachariah Hosseini as CMO and VP for university relations.

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News of Firms: Crowe PR Teams with Movetic

Fri., Apr. 19, 2024

By Steve Barnes

CroweCrowe PR is forming a strategic alliance with brand consultancy Movetic... SKDK founding partner Bill Knapp is inducted into the Association of Political Consultants Hall of Fame... SixSpeed, an independent creative marketing agency, acquires KC Truth, a media and creative shop.

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