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Last Updated: Wed., Jul. 9, 2025 @ 6:22 pm

Los Alamos Seeks Tourism Plan

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Los AlamosLos Alamos County is seeking a marketing and PR agency to develop and execute a comprehensive, results-oriented tourism marketing program.

WPP Cuts Profit, Revenue Guidance

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

WPPWPP has adopted a gloomier profit and sales forecast due to a deteriorating Q2 financial performance triggered by weak client spending as companies cope with the challenging economic backdrop.

Gen Z Takes a Traditionalist Turn

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Steve Barnes

CollageBrands aiming at Gen Z audiences might want to shift their focus from placing a priority on progressive ideals to tapping into a newfound interest in traditional values, according to a new study from Collage Group.

Communicating Travel’s Value in Uncertain Times

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Candice Eley

Candice EleyIn times of uncertainty, hospitality and tourism communicators often find themselves in the position of combating negative emotions of potential travelers with positive ones.

On the Move: U.S. Figure Skating Lines Up McLemore to Head Comms

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Isabelle McLemoreU.S. Figure Skating hires Isabelle McLemore as VP, communications... Indivior, a pharmaceutical company that develops medicines to treat opioid use disorder, appoints Vanessa Procter as EVP of corporate affairs... The American Marketing Association Chicago names Chris McGuire president.

PR Firm News: Stagwell Launches Stagwell Media Platform

Wed., Jul. 9, 2025

By Steve Barnes

StagwellStagwell launches the Stagwell Media Platform, a centralized team of global media, technology and data experts... HOPSCOTCH, an international communications group founded in France, initiates a dedicated international coordination team for its operations outside of France... The Travel Lifestyle Network, an alliance of independent PR and marketing agencies specializing in travel and lifestyle, adds Fox Communications, Kontextia and Promonde to its network.

Avoq CEO Cornish to Exit 

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Nicole CornishNicole Cornish plans to step down from the helm of Avoq by the end of the year to pursue new opportunities.

Vision Americas Int'l Lands $1.3M Pact

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

Vision AmericasVision Americas International has filed a $1.3M contract to provide communications and PA support to Vinson & Elkins to backstop its legal work on behalf of the ad hoc board of Petroleos de Venezuela, the US recognized representative of the state-owned energy giant.

Maplewood (MO) Wants Brand Refresh

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Kevin McCauley

MaplewoodMaplewood, an inner-ring suburb of St. Louis, wants an experienced and visionary firm to lead a transformative branding initiative.

Pfizer's Susman to Depart at Yearend

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Sally SusmanSally Susman, who has been EVP and chief corporate affairs officer at Pfizer since 2007, is leaving the company at the end of 2025.

On the Move: MP&F Taps Carpenter for Knoxville Outpost

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Steve Barnes

Tiffany CarpenterMP&F brings on Tiffany Carpenter as principal to lead its new Knoxville... Meyocks, a Des Moines, IA-based agency that works with food, agriculture, heath and mentor brands, names Kelli Calkins director of social media... Press Kitchen, which has offices in Los Angeles and New York City, promotes Amanda Drum to VP... Coca-Cola Beverages Florida names Amazon's Felicia Harvey director, communications.

PR Firm News: Crosby Drives PSAs to Promote Adoptions

Tue., Jul. 8, 2025

By Steve Barnes

CrosbyCrosby Marketing Communications is the force behind the “This is My Room” PSA campaign to raise awareness about the more than 100,000 children in the U.S. waiting to be adopted from foster care... Red Banyan launches a hybrid client vertical designed to support organizations that need to navigate crises and manage risk, while continuing to build long-term brand visibility... DemandScience releases Digital Audiences, which brings together account- and persona-based targeting across major digital channels.