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Last Updated: Wed., Apr. 24, 2024 @ 11:33 am

On the Move: Inizio Evoke Names DeViteri NA President

Wed., Apr. 24, 2024

By Steve Barnes

Stephani DeViteriInizio Evoke names Stephanie DeViteri president, North America... Dentons Global Advisors-Albright Stonebridge Group brings on Joerg (Jörg) Wuttke as a partner, based in its DC office... Golin appoints Rowena Bergman as EVP, head of data & analytics for its U.S. healthcare practice, Golin Health... Raptor PR, a specialist tech PR agency for the global video games industry, brings on James Law as PR 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.

Redmond Calls for Crisis PR Firms

Tue., Apr. 23, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

RedmondRedmond, a city of 77K people located less than 20 miles from downtown Seattle, wants a roster of firms to develop crisis communication plans, and be ready to answer the call in the event that an emergency hits.

Mercury Lands $900K Pact from DRC Mining Giant

Tue., Apr. 23, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

GecaminesMercury has landed a $900K one-year pact to represent Gecamines, the cobalt and copper mining giant that is owned by the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

How the Top Firms Stay at the Top

Tue., Apr. 23, 2024

By Kelsey Campbell, Dominic Rovano

Kelsey Campbell & Dominic RovanoWhy financial planning always plays a crucial role in every PR firm’s success.

On the Move: StreetCred Adds Farmer

Tue., Apr. 23, 2024

By Steve Barnes

Rob FarmerStreetCred Communications brings on Rob Farmer, a veteran of The Rudin Group and Charles Schwab... Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies adds Jessica Monahan to its Washington D.C.-based lobbying team as a senior principal... Edcetera, a provider of career education programs that is backed by Eden Capital, appoints Jim Gallagher as CMO.

Accounts in Transit: Christie & Co. Sails the Seven Teas

Tue., Apr. 23, 2024

By Steve Barnes

Christie & Co. picks up Seven Teas, a line of organic, sustainable ready-to-drink teas and lemonades... Magrino lands Eagle Point Hotel Partners’ two properties on Long Island's North Fork, Sound View Greenport and The Harbor Front Inn... FNK IR is tabbed to handle investor relations scope for VerticalScope, a digital platform for enthusiast communities... Tegan Digital wins Long Cove, a luxury lakefront community located on the Cedar Creek Reservoir, Texas.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.