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Last Updated: Mon., Mar. 16, 2026 @ 5:36 pm

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Edelman

From Buzzword to Breakthrough

Mon., Mar. 16, 2026

By Lacey Outten

Lacey OuttenHow innovative brands can win in the “sober curious” economy by demonstrating flexibility and authenticity.

Guide to the Top Food & Beverage PR Firms for 2026:

O'Dwyer's Mar. '26 Food & Beverage PR Magazine

Kekst CNC, Joele Frank Work Big Self-Storage Deal

Mon., Mar. 16, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

PUblicKekst CNC represents Public Storage as it acquires National Storage Affiliates, which uses Joele Frank for media work, to create the world’s largest self-storage owner & operator.

Coyne - Be The Answer

Feinberg Returns to McGuireWoods Consulting

Mon., Mar. 16, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Katy FeinbergKaty Feinberg has returned to McGuireWoods Consulting PA shop in its Raleigh office after stints at Rubenstein Communications, Trailrunner and FleishmanHillard.

On the Move: Ragan Communications Names Salis-Silverman CCO

Mon., Mar. 16, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Rachael Salis-SilvermanRagan Communications, a media and training company serving communications, marketing and HR professionals, names Rachel Salis-Silverman as chief communications officer, a new position at the company... Connect Media, an integrated media company and provider of commercial real estate news, brings on former Marino VP Christopher Santarelli as VP for Connect Creative, the company’s strategic communications and creative agency... AIR Limited, which has a portfolio including traditional hookah brands and advanced inhalation technologies, names Gaurav Jain as VP, investor relations and corporate strategy.

ICR Strategic Communications

Why Reputation Is One of Your Most Valuable Assets

Mon., Mar. 16, 2026

By Lynsey Stanicki

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Rina Foster, CEO & Founder;  84 Communications
A single piece of false information can be spread across the internet in minutes. Discover how an organization can protect its reputation in today’s AI-driven landscape.

G&S Business Communications

S&P Global Remains ‘Negative’ on WPP

Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

WPPS&P Global has reaffirmed its negative “BBB” rating on WPP due to ongoing challenges that it will face during the next 12 months.

Study Says Internal Comms Are Pivotal to Handling Change

Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

By Steve Barnes

GallagherInternal communications have become a key element in how well organizations are able to negotiate change, according to a new report from Gallagher Communications Limited. That makes change communications targeted at employees more important than ever.

Peppercomm

PR Firm News: Mark Allen Acquires Alban Communications

Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Frances AlbanMark Allen & Co. acquires Alban Communications, establishing its first Miami office... Buchalter, a business law firm, launches a crisis management and strategic response group... 5W PR expands its beauty practice to include TikTok Shop-aligned PR campaigns and creator amplification strategies.

TX Environmental Agency Issues Marketing Services RFP

Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

By Jon Gingerich

TCOTThe government agency in charge of protecting the Lone Star State's environmental resources is looking for a firm that can develop a marketing plan for a campaign that promotes and encourages water and energy conservation.

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Awards: French/West/Vaughan Wins Five ADDY Awards

Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

By Steve Barnes

French West VaughanFrench/West/Vaughan wins five 2025/2026 American Advertising Awards, which recognize creative excellence... Crosby Marketing Communications is named a 2026 Google Premier Partner in recognition of its digital advertising performance... The Brand Guild co-CEOs and founders Barbara Martin and Jayne Sandman are named to the Inc. Female Founders 500.

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