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'The Don' Goes Down in Georgia

Wed., Aug. 16, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Fani WillisThe Georgia RICO indictment of Donald Trump boosts his desired tough-guy image... The Financial Times hails Joe Biden's cleantech investment record but most Americans hardly notice... China "solves" youth unemployment disaster by scrubbing the books... Scenario Communications issues press release to celebrate No. 2,642 ranking on Inc.'s 5000 list.

Empathy: The New Frontier of Business and Marketing

Wed., Aug. 16, 2023

By Kristina King

Kristina KingWhy a human-centric approach is the touchstone today’s marketing industry desperately needs—and an imperative all businesses should embrace to boost customer engagement and loyalty, provide a better experience and build stronger, more meaningful connections.

News of Firms: Leach Advisors Expands into NYC, Charlotte

Wed., Aug. 16, 2023

By Steve Barnes

LeachLeach Advisors, which is headquartered in North Carolina’s Research Triangle, expands into New York City and Charlotte... PROI unveils its international management board slate... Chava Communications, a media, events and marketing company, acquires Local Culture.

On the Move: Meyocks Hires Finn Partners' Beth Davis

Wed., Aug. 16, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Beth DavisMeyocks brings on Beth Davis, who was previously VP and head of Florida operations at FINN Partners, as PR lead... BCW promotes Angelica Silverio to CFO; Emily Hallford to EVP, market leader, California; and Adam Sechrist to EVP, head of earned media, BCW North America... Gantry, a commercial mortgage banking firm, names Christine Kim as CMO.

Kekst CNC Works Mars Inc.'s Deal

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Mars PetcareKekst CNC represents privately held Mars Inc. as it acquires the veterinary diagnostics business of Germany’s SynLab.

UAE Buffs Image Ahead of COP28

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

MasdarMasdar, the renewable energy unit of Abu Dhabi National Oil, has hired Fort Lee-based First International Resources for a strategic communications and positioning campaign ahead of the United Nations global climate summit.

Generative AI and the New SEC Marketing Rule

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Joe Anthony

Joe AnthonyTwo current, major developments in the finance world promise both a challenge as well as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for wealth management marketers.

NYC Mayor Adams Scouts for Press Sec

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Fabien LevyNew York City mayor Eric Adams is in the market for a press secretary after upping Fabien Levy to the first-ever deputy mayor of communications position.

On the Move: Finn Partners Ups Chai-Onn

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Brianne ChaiOnnFINN Partners promotes Brianne Chai-Onn to senior partner in its corporate social responsibility & social impact group and purpose and social impact practice... Mark Allen & Co. hires J.P. Escobar as VP... Hazeltree, which provides treasury and liquidity management solutions for the alternative asset management industry, appoints Vlad Berson as CMO.

Accounts in Transit: Matter Communications Picks Up Pluralsight

Tue., Aug. 15, 2023

By Steve Barnes

PluralsightMatter Communications picks up Pluralsight, a technology workforce development outfit... Kreps PR & Marketing signs on to provide PR for Australis, an expedition cruise company... InnoVision Marketing Group lands Sacred Bev Native Wellness, marketer of beverages and proprietary herbal combinations which also aim to increase awareness of Indian Country and communities.

LA Community College District Seeks PR

Mon., Aug. 14, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Los Angeles Community College DistrictThe Los Angeles Community College District, which consists of nine schools, is looking for partners to handle PR and crisis communications services.

Teneo Taps Ambassador Smith 

Mon., Aug. 14, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Dana Shell SmithTeneo has named Dana Shell Smith, former US ambassador to Qatar, as a senior advisor to help plot its growth across the Middle East and Africa.

Joele Frank Rises to Defense of USS

Mon., Aug. 14, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

US SteelJoele Frank handles US Steel, which has rejected an unsolicited cash/stock takeover offer valued in the $7B range from competitor Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

The Critical Role of People in an Ideas Economy

Mon., Aug. 14, 2023

By Ken Kerrigan

Ken KerriganHow organizations can integrate AI in a way that reassures employees of their value—and job security—while encouraging them to leverage new technologies for better business outcomes.

On the Move: McNeely Brockman PR Names Leigh Lindsey Partner

Mon., Aug. 14, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Leigh LindseyMcNeely Brockman Public Relations brings on Leigh Lindsey as a partner... ChargePoint, a provider of networked hardware and software solutions for charging electric vehicles, hires Sherice Torres as CMO... Hootsuite, social media management outfit, names Elina Vilk CMO.

Maine Asks for Tourism Pitches

Fri., Aug. 11, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

MaineThe Maine Office of Tourism wants proposals for a public and media relations programs to attract new visitors and boost the awareness of the Pine Tree State among the traveling public.

Consumers, Employees Are Engaged on Social Issues

Fri., Aug. 11, 2023

By Steve Barnes

WeberBoth consumers and employees increasingly expect companies to be engaged on social topics, according to the results of a new survey from Weber Shandwick, KRC Research, Powell Tate and United Minds.