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Zapwater Communications, Inc.

Chicago Office, 118 N. Peoria, 4th Flr., Chicago, IL 60607

312/943-0333

[email protected]

www.zapwater.com

Los Angeles Office
1460 4th St., #306, Santa Monica, CA 90401
310/396-7851

Miami Office
95 Merrick Way, #505 Coral Gables, FL 33134
305/444-4033

Founded: 2005.

Agency Statement:

Zapwater is a creative, award-winning integrated marketing communications agency dedicated to storytelling that connects people and brands throughout the world. Zapwater’s team of passionate professionals develops award-winning communications strategies for both emerging and established brands that exceed expectations. To date, Zapwater has earned over 350 awards, showcasing our expertise in media relations, social media and influencer marketing. In 2023, Zapwater launched CHISPA, its bilingual services division for Latin American clients. Zapwater was named by PRovoke Media as a 2023 North America Best Agency to Work for (Boutique Agency) for the 11^th year in a row, and has been shortlisted for Agency of the Year six times by PRWeek and Provoke Media and has made the prestigious PR Net 100 list three times. Zapwater is also a founding member of the Travel Lifestyle Network, an international network of independent, like-minded marketing communications agencies. For more information, visit zapwater.com, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

David Zapata, CEO & Founder
Mayra Bacik, CFO
Jenn Lake, Chief Strategy Officer
Holly Zawyer, Mng. Dir., Miami
Stephanie Poquette, Sr. VP, Social Media & Influencer Mktg.

Clients Include:

Ace Hardware
Air Tahiti Nui
Alaia Belize
Ambergris Caye
Andaz Mexico City
Andaz West Hollywood
Ayana Bali
Ball Horticultural Co.
Borgo San Vincenzo
Bosch Home Appliances
Cayo Espanto
Copa Airlines
Discover Dominica Authority
El Cielo
Fairmont Chicago
Fairmont Mayakoba
Frangipani Beach Resort
Gallagher Way
Grand Hyatt Atlanta
Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen
Grenada Tourism Authority
Havila Voyages
Heritage Cruises
Hestan Culinary
Hilton Sandestin
Hollywood Partnership
Hotel La Compania
Hotel Zachary
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Hyatt San Francisco
Inn at Stonecliffe
Jungfrau Railways
Lebua Hotels and Resorts
Melia Hotels and Resorts
National Hotel
Ocean Club Resorts
Purpose Built Brands
Saint John’s Resort
Seaside Finolhu Baa Maldives
Skydeck Chicago (Willis Tower)
Sonesta Resorts Sint Maarten
The Shay
Travel Manitoba
Turks & Caicos Collection
Visit Baja California Sur
Visit Finland
Visit Serbia
Volga

Zapwater Communications, Inc. in the news with O'Dwyer's:

•	Accounts in Transit: Redpoint Books Japan's Kintetsu Railway Tue., Nov. 11, 2025 ...reach—making them an ideal partner for our continued evolution,” said Azurity Pharmaceuticals CEO Ronald Scarboro. Zapwater Communications signs on .HERE Maldives, a resort operated by Seaside Collection. ...

•	PR Firm News: Real Chemistry Acquires Greater Than One Tue., Jul. 22, 2025 ...the new LA office is Jennifer Barry, who was most recently managing director of Zapwater Communications’ LA office. Elly van Os, who also joins from ...

•	PR Firm News: Stagwell Launches Stagwell Media Platform Wed., Jul. 9, 2025 ...regions showing remarkable travel growth and opportunity,” said TLN executive chair (as well as Zapwater Communications founder and CEO) David Zapata....

•	On the Move: Zapwater Tabs Diaz to Head Bilingual Services Unit Tue., Jul. 1, 2025 ... Bertha Diaz Zapwater Communications promotes Bertha Diaz to SVP and head of Chispa, the agency’s bilingual services division....

•	PR Firm News: WPP Open Adds TikTok's AI Tools Mon., Jun. 16, 2025 ...push boundaries and experiment for our clients, said WPP chief creative officer Rob Reilly. David Zapata Zapwater Communications founder and CEO David Zapata is appointed executive chair of the board of Travel...

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Accounts in Transit: Relevance International Picks Up Unica Capital Tue., May 20, 2025 ...perspective and insight we value as we continue to grow our brand internationally,” said Bacoiocchi. Zapwater Communications signs on to lead US and Mexico media relations, influencer marketing and social media...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Checks In at lebua Hotels & Resorts Tue., Feb. 25, 2025 ... Zapwater Communications is named PR agency of record in the US for lebua Hotels &...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Adds Conrad Indianapolis Wed., Feb. 5, 2025 ... Zapwater Communications is engaged by Conrad Indianapolis and Seaside Collection. For Conrad Indianapolis, one of Hilton’s Luxury Brands, ...

•	Accounts in Transit: FINN Reps "Together in Travel" Tue., Sep. 24, 2024 ...was the right time to enhance our investor relations effort,” said electroCore CEO Dan Goldberger. Zapwater Communications expands its partnership with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, with the addition of Dreams Estrella...

•	News of Firms: PAN Acquires BLASTmedia Thu., Jun. 27, 2024 ...brands, ultimately benefiting both our existing and new clients,” said PAN CEO and president Philip A. Nardone. Zapwater Communications of Chicago expands its Miami office. The new, completely remodeled 3,000-square-foot office at...

•	Accounts in Transit: Racepoint Global Adds Client Trio Tue., Mar. 26, 2024 ...shape a new future,” said Senserra Systems VP of marketing & customer success Marca Armstrong. Zapwater comes on board as agency of record for Heritage Line, a luxury river cruise...

•	Magrino’s Doyle Takes Aparium Hotel Post Thu., Feb. 15, 2024 ...Doyle was director of marketing & PR at Heisler Hospitality, and account supervisor at Zapwater Communications....

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Communications Adds Ambergris Cay Tue., Dec. 5, 2023 ... Zapwater Communications adds Ambergris Cay, a private island in the Turks and Caicos, to its...

•	Accounts in Transit: Bob Gold & Assocs. Tunes in to Willow Wed., Oct. 25, 2023 ...the addition of cricket to the program for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Zapwater Communications is selected by The Inn at Stonecliffe, a property on Michigan’s Mackinac Island...

•	News of Firms: Zapwater Launches Bilingual Unit to Serve Latin America Wed., Oct. 18, 2023 ... Zapwater Communications launches a dedicated bilingual services division, Chispa, to provide services for clients in Latin America....

•	On the Move: Zapwater Ups Lake to Chief Strategy Officer Fri., Sep. 8, 2023 ... Jennifer Lake Zapwater Communications promotes Jennifer Lake to chief strategy officer. Lake has been with the agency...

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Accounts in Transit: Trust Relations Picks Up Oceanworks Thu., May 18, 2023 ...is helping leading brands take a stand against plastic pollution,” said Oceanworks founder Rob Ianelli. Zapwater Communications is selected to lead North American media relations and marketing efforts for Singapore-based Pan...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Books AOR Slot at Sonesta Resorts Sint Maarten Thu., May 4, 2023 ... Zapwater Communications signs on as agency of record for Sonesta Resorts Sint Maarten. The agency...

•	Accounts in Transit: Finn Partners Books Blue Diamond Resorts Wed., Apr. 19, 2023 ...year and it’s crucial to work with a partner who understands our long-term growth plans.” Zapwater Communications is retained by Activate Games to unveil its new Chicago location. The agency...

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Accounts in Transit: 5W Public Relations Adds The Strong National Museum of Play Wed., Jan. 25, 2023 ...make them the perfect partner,” said The Strong'a VP for marketing and communications Sara Poe. Zapwater Communications takes on Tricoci Salons & Spas. The agency will manage communications on behalf...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Checks in at AYANA Resort Tue., Nov. 15, 2022 ... Zapwater Communications is retained by AYANA Resort Bali to support the grand opening of AYANA Segara...

•	Accounts in Transit: 5W PR Lands AirHelp Wed., Sep. 14, 2022 ...in terms of education and communication, which is why we chose to work with 5WPR.” Zapwater Communications is retained by Hyatt Hotels Corporation to provide public relations and influencer services...

•	PR's Top Pros Talk: David Zapata Fri., Sep. 9, 2022 ...you're more passionate about, your win rates are higher and your work is better," Zapwater Communications tells Doug Simon. When Zapata looked back on the causes for his agency's recent...

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Accounts in Transit: Trust Relations Orders Gregorys Coffee Wed., Sep. 7, 2022 ...biggest splash and bring to life some of the creative ideas they shared,” said Zamfotis. Zapwater Communications adds LOJEL, a Hong Kong-headquartered luggage brand, to drive ongoing media relations, celebrity stylist relations...

•	Accounts in Transit: Dixon Schwabl + Co. Reps 2023 PGA Tournament Tue., Aug. 23, 2022 ...Floyd's 99 Barbershop aims to have over 150 locations open by the end of 2023. Zapwater Communications lands Plum Market, a chain known for its organic groceries and chef-crafted cuisine, to...

•	Accounts in Transit: DiGo Picks Up Go City Wed., Jul. 20, 2022 ...brand during this critical time in the industry,” said Deborah Jourdan, Go City SVP brand.  Zapwater Communications picks up Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta. The agency’s scope of work will include media...

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Accounts in Transit: CIIC PR Checks in at Crescent Hotels & Resorts Tue., Jul. 12, 2022 ...lifestyle hotels and resorts under the Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent umbrella, Crescent includes the Crescent Restaurant Group. Zapwater Communications has been retained by Boyne Mountain Resort to launch SkyBridge Michigan, a 1,200-foot long, 118-foot high...

•	Accounts in Transit: Hemsworth Communications Signs AOC Hospitality Tue., Jun. 28, 2022 ...Sirens, a recently launched seafood concept. Both are located in North Charleston’s Park Circle neighborhood.  Zapwater Communications is named US PR firm for Copa Airlines, which was founded in 1947...

•	On the Move: Zapwater ReCupido Chicago MD Wed., Jun. 15, 2022 ... Amanda ReCupido Zapwater Communications names Amanda ReCupido managing director, Chicago. ReCupido comes to ...

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Accounts in Transit: MikeWorldWide Orders Marco's Pizza Tue., May 31, 2022 ...great creative thinking," said Marco's Pizza senior vice president and chief marketing officer Chris Tussing. Zapwater Communications picks up North American destination marketing duties for Discover Dominica Authority, the government agency...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Picks Up Billdr Wed., Apr. 13, 2022 ... Zapwater Communications has been hired by Billdr to launch the company’s efforts in the Chicagoland area....

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Accounts in Transit: Jenerate PR Picks up Maui's Pacific’O on the Beach Wed., Mar. 2, 2022 ...strong understanding of the restaurant industry and the expertise to amplify our unique dining offerings.” Zapwater  Communications adds Hotel Belmar in Costa Rica and Borgo San Vincenzo in Italy to its client list...

•	Accounts in Transit: Finn Partners Picks Up Best Day Brewing Tue., Feb. 22, 2022 ...worlds of outdoor adventure, which is where the Best Day brand was born,” said Gunning. Zapwater Communciations lands Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa for the North American media marketplace. The agency...

•	Accounts in Transit: FWV Fetching Scoops Up DocuPet Tue., Jan. 25, 2022 ...be leveraged to help us reach new audiences,” said DocuPet founder and CEO Grant Goodwin. Zapwater  Communications is retained by Hotel La Compañía, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, to launch the  Panamanian hotel...

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Accounts in Transit: [K]overt Creative signs Chef Bobby Flay's Cat Food Brand Tue., Jan. 18, 2022 ...cement us as the leader in ground service equipment providers," said Mercury president Jason Gendron. Zapwater Communications promotes Hestan Culinary. It will oversee media relations, influencer marketing, strategic partnerships and...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Picks Up Hotel of South Beach Tue., Sep. 14, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications has been named agency of record for The Hotel of South Beach, an art...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Books NxTSTOP Tue., Aug. 24, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications books travel apparel brand NxTSTOP. The agency will oversee media relations, influencer marketing, strategic...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Lands Ethiopian Airlines Wed., Aug. 18, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications lands North America PR duties for Ethiopian Airlines. The firm will pitch the...

•	Accounts in Transit: TURNER Lights Up Empire State Building Wed., Jul. 28, 2021 ...a longtime presence in NYC, we are thrilled to represent the World’s Most Famous Building.” Zapwater Communications adds BLANCO North America, which makes residential kitchen water hub systems, to its...

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Accounts in Transit: Feintuch Lands Sea Change Int'l Wed., Jun. 30, 2021 ...Feintuch Communications, which has extensive background and experience in the broadcast, advertising and technology markets.”  Zapwater Communications picks up The Hollywood Partnership, a non-profit community and business organization that manages the commercial...

•	On the Move: IPG Names Gardner Global Culture Officer Thu., Jun. 24, 2021 ...will allow her to dedicate more time to that type of broad-based, strategic activity.” Jennifer Lake Zapwater Communications promotes Jennifer Lake to executive vice president. Lake joined ...

•	Accounts in Transit: Emerald Isle of Caribbean Taps Zapwater Tue., Feb. 16, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications has been engaged by the Montserrat Tourism Division for media relations activations in...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Adds Contour Tue., Feb. 9, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications signs up real estate developer and investor, Contour. ...

•	Accounts in Transit: Zapwater Serves Up Foodhaul Tue., Feb. 2, 2021 ... Zapwater Communications has been retained to provide strategic communications support for Foodhaul, a technology platform...

•	Accounts in Transit: Pollack Group Picks Up Openpay Tue., Jan. 19, 2021 ...side," said Openpay global chief strategy officer and Openpay US chief executive officer Brian Shniderman. Zapwater Communications and Studio Jungla are working together as agencies of record in the U.S....

•	News of Firms: Hill+Knowlton Strategies Launches Habits+ Thu., Jul. 23, 2020 ...support H+K is bringing to clients as they prepare for operation in the post-COVID-19 economy. Zapwater Communications has formed a partnership with travel trade marketing company Studio Jungla. Both firms...

•	Travelers Still Plan to Hit the Road in 2020 Wed., Jul. 22, 2020 ...news is people will travel, and we’ll regain confidence in the travel experience again. Zapwater surveyed more than 1,200 U.S.-based frequent travelers about post-COVID-19 travel to help our clients...

•	Accounts in Transit: Feintuch Communications Wins ClassWallet Wed., Mar. 11, 2020 ...us break through the crowded produce space that is home to hundreds of apple varieties.” Zapwater Communications checks in at Sofitel Mexico City Reforma, the first Sofitel flagged property in Mexico. ...

•	Accounts in Transit: Hemsworth Checks In at Hyatt Grand Cayman Wed., Mar. 4, 2020 ...allows companies to predict future behavior and market outcomes with 90 percent or better accuracy. Zapwater Communications has been named U.S. public relations agency of record for Tourisme Montréal. The...

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Accounts in Transit: Diffusion Lands Core Digital Media Mon., Jan. 13, 2020 ...with social media finance influencers to offer their perspectives in partnership with WalletJoy site content.  Zapwater Communications has been retained by FOUND Hotels, which transforms old buildings into spaces where...

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