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On the Move: Nissan Nabs Cooney for VP Slot

Fri, Mar. 27, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Jay CooneyNissan appoints Jay Cooney as VP, regional communications, Nissan Americas, effective March 30... Stratacomm names Glen Fellman creative director. Fellman has held senior creative roles at such agencies as Clean, Koroberi and French/West/Vaughan... Crossroads Strategies brings on Will Courtney as EVP. Courtney previously served as chief of staff to Rep. David Kustoff (R-TN).

British Columbia Auto Insurer Seeks Crisis Support

Thu, Mar. 26, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

British ColumbiaThe Insurance Corporation of British Columbia is scouting for an off-site shop to provide crisis support in the event of an emergency. US-based firms need not apply.

PR Firm News: UpSpring Launches 'Play with Matches'

Wed, Mar. 25, 2026

By Steve Barnes

UpSpringUpSpring, which works in the built space, launches “Play with Matches,” a podcast featuring conversations with architects, designers, marketers and industry visionaries... Blockworks unveils Blockworks Investor Relations, a platform designed to modernize how onchain businesses communicate with investors... The Public Relations Global Network adds London-based OVID Health.

On the Move: Shore Fire Media Recruits Barkan for CEO Slot

Tue, Mar. 24, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Angela BarkanShore Fire Media, a creative communications firm and subsidiary of Dolphin, names Angela Barkan CEO. Barkan comes to the firm from BMG... Allied Global Marketing promotes chief strategy officerAdam Cunningham, to global chief executive officer, and ups chief of marketing operations Kelly Estrella to COO... Formation PR + Brand brings on Sarah Broberg as VP of strategic communications. Broberg comes to the agency from Carabiner Communications.

Accounts in Transit: F/W/V Salutes Allegiance Flag

Tue, Mar. 24, 2026

By Steve Barnes

AllegianceFrench/West/Vaughan signs on to provide PR and integrated marketing support for Allegiance Flag Supply, a Charleston based manufacturer of high-quality, U.S.-made American flags... FINN Partners scoops up rare wine reseller Benchmark Wine Group... Avenue Z lands Renaissance Benefits, a provider of ancillary and supplemental benefits.

Accounts in Transit: Imagine PR Takes on Time + Tide

Fri, Mar. 20, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Time + TideIMAGINE PR wins North American PR duties for Time + Tide, safari camps and island properties in Zambia and Madagascar... The Wilful Group, a London certified B Corp shop,is working with Blue Earth Summit, described as the Festival of the Future, to deepen its risk and insurance content and partnerships... Backbone, which specializes in outdoor and active lifestyle brands, forms a partnership with Best Day Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer brand... The Consultancy PR is working with lifestyle brand Lulu and Georgia.

On the Move: Lucky Break PR Adds MWW's Finkelstein

Thu, Mar. 19, 2026

By Steve Barnes

Alisa FinkelsteinLucky Break Public Relations recruits MikeWorldWide group vice president Alisa Finkelstein to lead its New York office as president... Orion Strategies, which advises on energy projects around the country, names Joshua Boisvert director, strategic engagement... LDWW brings on Golin's Kathleen Francke as managing director in its Dallas office.

Ex-Reps Crowley, Denham Handle 'New' TikTok

Wed, Mar. 18, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Crowley and DenhamFormer congressmen Joe Crowley (D-NY) and Jeff Denham (R-CA) have signed on to handle the “new” TikTok on issues related to internet technology and learning-enabled platforms.

Making an Olympic-Sized Impact at Big Events

Wed, Mar. 18, 2026

By Geoff Thomas

Geoff ThomasTo make a major impact at such events as the upcoming World Cup or the recent Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, marketers need to make sure that their presence feels connected across the entire experience.

When Sugar Enters the Story

Wed, Mar. 18, 2026

By Amy Sedeņo

Amy SedenoWhy France’s new wine law creates a narrative opportunity for wine brands as well as public relations teams.

PR Firm News: History Factory Launches AI Platform

Wed, Mar. 18, 2026

By Steve Barnes

History FactoryHistory Factory, which provides corporate heritage tools, launches Chroniqle, a bespoke, closed-loop AI platform for enterprise... McLean Media unveiled Press Hustle, a platform built to help startups, creators and small businesses take control of their public relations strategy, at South by Southwest (SXSW) 2026... InnoVision Marketing Group introduces a digital series, “The Fundamentals of Success.”

Shaping Food Brand Perception Before the First Bite

Tue, Mar. 17, 2026

By Tim Schramm

SchrammFood marketers working in today’s media landscape must meet consumers in the multidimensional platform environment that shapes brand relevance, authority and perception.

PR Firm News: Sachs Media Launches SachsHEALTH

Tue, Mar. 17, 2026

By Steve Barnes

SachsSachs Media launches SachsHEALTH, a specialized division built to help health care and life sciences organizations win policy fights, protect market access and strengthen their position... McGuffin Creative Group is accepting applications for its 2026 McGuffin Grant through April 15... Legion Public Affairs, which serves highly regulated industries including healthcare, cannabis, gaming and technology, is launched by Reid Vineis, ex-senior national advocacy strategist at GOP consulting firm Majority Strategies.

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.