Gallagher 2026 Employee Communications Report

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Latest PR firm news, commentary & professional development.

Last Updated: Thu., Apr. 16, 2026 @ 6:15 pm

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The Gambling Industry Is Spending $3.9B the Wrong Way

Thu, Apr. 16, 2026

By Ronn Torossian

Ronn TorossianThe U.S. sports betting and online gaming industries spent $3.9B on marketing in 2025. Two point three percent of that went to earned media and PR. Here's where the rest went—and what it did and didn't build.

Teneo Tees Off with Justin Rose

Mon, Apr. 6, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Justin RoseTeneo has inked Justin Rose, British Olympic gold medalist and the world's No. 7 ranked golfer, as its brand ambassador.

Publicis Groupe Acquires 160/90

Thu, Apr. 2, 2026

By Steve Barnes

PublicisPublicis Groupe enters into a definitive agreement to acquire global sports and culture-first agency 160over90.

Ireland Plans Push to Get More Girls into Sports

Mon, Mar. 30, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Her MovesSport Ireland is looking for a firm to promote its Her Moves campaign, which is designed to encourage girls to get involved in sports and physical actives.

Sorrell Goes Hollywood

Thu, Mar. 26, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Martin SorrellMartin Sorrell’s S4 Capital announced today that it will team with New Element Media to produce a documentary, “Chasing the Dream,” about the 2026 World Cup.

On the Move: MOIA America Makes Gamo PR Chief

Wed, Mar. 4, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Marcus GamoMOIA America, a Volkswagen Group of America subsidiary that develops and tests autonomous, all-electric ride-pooling vehicles, names Marcus Gamo head of U.S. communications... Continental Strategy brings on Francisco Petrirena as VP in its Miami office. Petrirena was previously chief of staff to former Miami city manager Art Noriega... MSQ Sport + Entertainment brings on Lauren Weil as EVP, Max Hirsch as VP of sponsorship, and Brooke Losee as VP.

Accounts in Transit: MKTG Sports Lands Agassi Sports Entertainment

Wed, Feb. 25, 2026

By Steve Barnes

AgassiMKTG Sports + Entertainment, part of dentsu, lands Agassi Sports Entertainment, a racquet sports-focused entertainment and innovation company co-founded by Andre Agassi... Hayden IR is engaged by Jones Soda Co. to provide investor communications and outreach efforts... JC Communications picks up three Greek resorts: Grand Resort Lagonissi, Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas and Elounda Bay Palace.

Brunswick Group Handles Endeavor's Review

Mon, Oct. 30, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Ari EmanuelBrunswick Group handles Endeavor, which has launched a review of strategic alternatives at the sports and entertainment combine as CEO Ari Emanuel believes Wall Street undervalues his company.

MWWPR Works SportBLX Launch

Fri, Sep. 18, 2020

By Steve Barnes

SportBLXMWWPR has been retained by SportBLX to lead communications for the launch of a platform that allows fans and investors to own shares of unique assets in sports.

DraftKings Bets on Ballard Partners

Wed, Mar. 18, 2020

By Kevin McCauley

Draft KingsDraftKings is betting on Donald Trump-connected Ballard Partners to help it achieve its economic development and regulatory relief goals in Washington.

Top Ten Movies That Did PR for Real Brands

Wed, Nov. 6, 2019

By Adam Dickter

Adam DickterOn November 15, “Ford v Ferrari” will roar into theaters, packing a publicity boost for two great global auto brands right on the marquee. Here's a Top Ten list of films in which a brand played a starring role.

Jay-Z Suits Up for the NFL

Wed, Aug. 14, 2019

By Kevin McCauley

Jay ZThe National Football League has signed rapper Jay-Z to “amplify the league’s social justice efforts” in its bid to rebound from the PR blackeye suffered from the Colin Kaepernick fiasco. He also will advise the league on Super Bowl performers.

Hollywood Mentality Kills Common Courtesy

Tue, Mar. 19, 2019

By Rene A. Henry

Rene HenryToo many publicists, agents, producers, journalists and others in the entertainment industry just don't realize it's rude and sometimes insulting to not return phone calls or respond to letters, emails and faxes.

The Mix That Makes a Music Festival Great

Wed, Dec. 19, 2018

By Billy Warden

Billy WardenA relatively unsung music festival in a mid-sized city offers big lessons for event specialists and communications experts around the country.

Dolphin Closes $11M Door Deal

Wed, Jul. 11, 2018

By Kevin McCauley

dolphinDolphin Entertainment, parent company of entertainment PR powerhouse 42West, has acquired The Door, hospitality/lifestyle PR firm, for $11M.