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Last Updated: Mon., Apr. 29, 2024 @ 2:01 pm

Detroit Seeks PR for SMART Traffic System

Mon., Apr. 29, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

City of DetroitDetroit seeks a firm to run a public education campaign to promote the roll-out of its automated transportation system designed to reduce traffic deaths.

O'Dwyer's PR Firm Rankings for 2024

2023 Was 'Mixed Bag' for Financial PR Firms

By Jon Gingerich

O'Dwyer's Top Ranked Financial PR Firm Execs

O’Dwyer’s interviewed executives at some of the top-ranked PR agencies representing the financial services sector to hear how they handled a roller coaster of a year and what trends they predict for the finance world in the coming year and beyond.

A Tough 2023 for Tech
Health Firms Post Paltry 2.6% Growth in '23
PR Firms Post Mere 1.8% Growth in '23
NYC PR Firms Largest Slice of O'Dwyer's Rankings

FGS Global Updates UAE Pact

Mon., Apr. 29, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

UAEFGS Global has updated its public diplomacy and communications contract with the embassy of the United Arab Emirates, showing $5.6M in fees through 2006.

FGS Global Works Thoma Bravo's Cyber AI Deal

Fri., Apr. 26, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

DarktraceFGS Global represents private equity firm Thoma Bravo as it makes a $4.6B bid for Darktrace, a UK-based cybersecurity artificial intelligence firm.

Commentary

Remember Kent State

Fri., Apr. 26, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Josh HawleyRepublican tough guys Josh Hawley and Tom Cotton want Biden to send the National Guard to Columbia University to put an end to student protests... Bernie blasts Bibi for insulting America's intelligence by equating criticism of Israel's government with antisemitism... German court convicts former financial PR exec who claims he wasn't aware that trading on tips is illegal.

Dentons Global Advisors Adds Delli

Fri., Apr. 26, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Raphael DelliDentons Global Advisors has added Raphaël Delli to its European Union PA practice, leading its financial services offering.

WPP's PR Unit Slips 5.5% in Q1

Thu., Apr. 25, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Mark ReadWPP reported a 5.5 percent decline in Q1 PR revenues to $292M as its BCW and Hill & Knowlton units suffered the loss of Pfizer assignments, and cutbacks in client spending due to the economic uncertainty.

Ocean Conservation Bid Seeks Branding Help

Thu., Apr. 25, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Blue WallThe Great Blue Wall Initiative, a global conservation effort aimed at presevering marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable ocean use, wants proposals from marketing and branding firms.

Moran Got Moxie

Thu., Apr. 25, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Maggie MoranMaggie Moran, who is well-connected in New Jersey and New York Democratic politics, has established Moxie Strategies in Asbury Park, NJ.

On the Move: BPCM Adds Laird and Wiggins

Thu., Apr. 25, 2024

By Steve Barnes

Amy Keller LairdBPCM brings on Amy Keller Laird as managing director of beauty and wellness, and Melissa Wiggins as managing director of fashion... Highwire PR names Dave Samson and Adam Cossman to its board of directors... Mark Allen & Co. promotes SVP Jason Fink to EVP and ups R. Kurt Osenlund from creative director and account director to VP of client relations... Narrative Strategies hires Tory Newmyer as senior director.

Interpublic Posts Flat Q1 Growth

Wed., Apr. 24, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Philippe KrakowskyInterpublic CEO Philippe Krakowsky said the firm is off to a “solid start to the year” as its flat $2.2B net revenues are in line with 2024 financial targets. Operating income fell 2.2 percent to $184.2M.

Florida DOT Needs Roadwork PR

Wed., Apr. 24, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

FloridaThe Florida Department of Transportation wants to hear from firms interested in providing public outreach for its various construction projects.

Commentary

Southern Govs. Line Up Against Working Class Pay Hikes

Wed., Apr. 24, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Kay IveySouthern governors claim they know what's best for their working class, and it's not pay raises... A Ukrainian human rights group played a key role in convincing House Speaker Mike Johnson to hold a vote to send arms to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan... Trump Media & Technology Group blames short-selling and not lousy outlook for its stock slump.