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MFA Picks Sierra

Mon., Jul. 24, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Georgette SierraThe Managed Funds Association, which represents the alternative asset management sector, has named Georgette Sierra as VP-US government affairs.

In Public Relations, Ya’ Gotta Believe

Mon., Jul. 24, 2023

By Fraser Seitel

Fraser SeitelIt’s not easy telling your boss that you think he or she is making a mistake. But to be effective in the profession of public relations, sometimes that’s exactly what you have to do.

Preparing for the Unexpected

Mon., Jul. 24, 2023

By Lauren Kaufman

Lauren KaufmanCatastrophes can strike travel destinations at any time. As communications leaders, we have an obligation to prepare for the unexpected and provide proactive strategies that protect our clients’ reputations as well as mitigate future crises.

IPG Records 2% Dip in 2Q Revenues

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Philippe KrakowskyInterpublic CEO Philippe Krakowsky reports 2Q net revenues fell 2.0 percent to $2.3B as the lagging tech sector and revenue shortfalls in the US and European markets hurt IPG’s financial results.

Social Media Sites See Fewer Users

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Jon Gingerich

Social media iconsDespite receiving a bump in recent sign-up activity at new sites such as Meta’s Threads, user growth across all social media platforms has slowed significantly in the last two years. According to a new report, those sites will see even fewer new users in the years to come.

Philly City Council Seeks PR Boost

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia’s City Council is in the market for a PR consultant to communicate its priorities, goals and constituent information in the ever-increasingly complex media environment.

Commentary

Don't Ask Ukraine to Thank Us

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Mark Dixon

Mark DixonRecent calls from US and UK government politicians for Ukraine to be thankful for military and financial support shows a blinkered view because they disregard the existential risk facing Western democracy, and ignore Ukraine’s courage in fighting democracy’s current No. 1 enemy.

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On the Move: rbb Communications Adds Coulton, Kirschner

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Steve Barnes

rbbrbb Communications hires Julie Coulton as senior VP for its digital division and Adam Kirschner as senior content supervisor....Strategic Objectives promotes Claire Gatti to VP....Assemble hires Lacie Newton as managing director of strategic communications.

News of Firms: Finn/Israel Launches Environmental Innovation Unit

Fri., Jul. 21, 2023

By Steve Barnes

FINNFINN Partners’ Israel office launches an environmental innovation group as an extension of the agency’s global “Purpose and Social Impact” practice... Channel V Media launches a specialty practice for companies in the climate technology space... Tunheim receives the Environmental Protection Agency Administrator’s Award for Outstanding Accomplishments by a Woman-Owned Small Business Contractor.

Publicis Groupe Posts 5.4% 2Q Growth

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Arthur SadounPublicis Groupe CEO Arthur Sadoun reports 5.2 percent 2Q net revenue growth to $3.5B as the French combine shifted its orientation from a “communications to transformation partner” for its clients.

3CE Seeks Communications Support

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Central CoastCentral Coast Community Energy, an aggregator of clean and renewable solar, wind and geothermal electricity, has issued an RFP for marketing and communications support services.

Corporate Paychecks Tops Agency Salaries

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Muck RackPR pros working at brands tend to take home bigger paychecks than those employed by agencies, and the PR field as a whole remains more financially rewarding than journalism, according to a new study from Muck Rack.

Implementing the Ultimate Marketing Trifecta in Travel

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Laura Davidson

Laura DavidsonIn the world of travel, where Gen Z and Millennial travelers reign supreme, speaking directly to this demographic through the trifecta of traditional PR, influencer marketing and social media marketing is a powerful way to connect with consumers across multiple angles.

Accounts in Transit: Hemsworth Communications Supports FANVEST.io

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Steve Barnes

FanvestHemsworth Communications is engaged to craft a PR strategy for Bernoulli | Locke, which is launching FANVEST.io... 5WPR picks up Advantage car rental company... APO Group, a pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is appointed as official PR agency for the World Football Summit in Africa.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Byron Calamese

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Byron Calamese, Mng. Dir., Zeno East, Zeno Group
Byron Calamese, managing director of Zeno East for Zeno Group, talks with Doug Simon about how PR pros can seize the opportunity presented by multicultural communications on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

On the Move: FTI Consulting Ups Bridges to Global M&A Chief

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Edward BridgesFTI Consulting promotes Edward Bridges to global head of M&A and activism within its strategic communications segment... Luquire hires Beth Clayton as VP of public relations... Yahoo appoints Chipotle's Tressie Lieberman as CMO.

FGS Global Reps Targeted SoftwareOne

Thu., Jul. 20, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Software OneFGS Global represents SoftwareOne as the Swiss technology company receives its second unsolicited takeover offer from private equity firm Bain Capital.