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Last Updated: Tue., Apr. 22, 2025 @ 4:05 pm

PR Firm News: GSR Launches Reputation Risk Index

Tue., Apr. 22, 2025

By Steve Barnes

GSRGlobal Situation Room’s Global Risk Advisory Council launches the Reputation Risk Index, which looks at emerging and evolving reputational threats to companies and organizations... DGA Group expands its offerings in the Middle East to include additional strategic communications capabilities... The Alpine Group, a DC-based professional services firm, opens an office in Dallas-Fort Worth.

China’s Tencent Reaches for Mercury

Tue., Apr. 22, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

TencentTencent America, which is part of the Chinese video and electronic giant, has hired Mercury Public Affairs for Washington representation.

Bar Harbor Seeks Sustainable Tourism Plan

Tue., Apr. 22, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Bar HarborBar Harbor seeks proposals for a sustainable tourism management strategy that achieves a balance between economic, environmental and social well-being.

Accounts in Transit: Ruder Finn Reps Zebra Technologies

Tue., Apr. 22, 2025

By Steve Barnes

ZebraRuder Finn is named PR agency of record for North America and Latin America by Zebra Technologies Corporation... LDPR reps Lizard Island Resort, a sustainably minded retreat located on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef... William Mills Agency is retained by Delfi Labs to enhance the company’s public relations strategy and expand its market presence.

On the Move: Narrative Strategies Names Boehm Managing Director

Tue., Apr. 22, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Cassie BoehmNarrative Strategies adds Cassie Boehm to its senior leadership team as managing director... ROKK Solutions promotes former WaPo VP Ashley Carpenter to chief business officer... KemperSports brings on golf and sports industry veteran Andrew Fleming as EVP of strategy... Legal firm Thompson Coburn names Kimberly Rennick chief business development & marketing officer.

Accounts in Transit: Trevelino/Keller Reps London's Tour Axis 

Mon., Apr. 21, 2025

By Steve Barnes

ExpatTrevelino/Keller is working with London's Tour Axis to expand the U.S. customer base of its Expat Explore, a group tour provider... 3Point0 Labs is selected as agency of record for the Blockchain Deposit Insurance Corporation... Bright Company, a Dubai-based integrated marketing agency, signs on as communications partner for security technology standards organization ONVIF.

Prince William Co. Seeks Rural EcoDev Plan

Mon., Apr. 21, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Prince WilliamVirginia’s Prince William County, which is located 23 miles south of DC and 70 miles north of Richmond, wants proposals to develop its rural areas with a focus on agribusiness and agritourism.

On the Move: AutoNation Taps Tucker for CMO Slot

Mon., Apr. 21, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Jeremy TuckerAutoNation, an automotive retailer, appoints former Planet Fitness chief marketing officer Jeremy Tucker as CMO... Vizient, a healthcare performance improvement company, brings on Dan Salzman as CMO... Revry, a streaming network for LGBTQ+ content, appoints Sydney Walz as head of marketing.

Kodiak (AK) Needs Comms Planning

Fri., Apr. 18, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

KodiakKodiak, which is the maritime hub of southwestern Alaska, wants proposals to provide communications planning services to develop and implement outreach programs.

Ex-NYPD Chief Bernie Kerik Reps Qatar

Fri., Apr. 18, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Bernie KerikQatar’s Washington embassy has hired the firm of former New York Police Commissioner Bernie Kerik for counsel on how to advance bilateral ties between Qatar and the US.

On the Move: BWH Hotels Hires Romero as PR Director

Fri., Apr. 18, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Diego RomeroBWH Hotels hires Diego Romero as director, corporate communications & PR... Northwestern University names Savanna Wood as chief communications and branding officer for Northwestern Athletics, a newly created position... Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa brings on Melissa Braverman as senior area marketing manager.