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Senate Opens Probe into LIV/PGA Hookup

Mon., Jun. 12, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Richard BlumenthalSenator Richard Blumenthal opened an investigation today into the planned merger of Saudi Arabia’s LIV Golf with the PGA Tour by sending letters to both parties demanding documents and information about the deal.

Brunswick, FGS Global Work Nasdaq’s Software Deal

Mon., Jun. 12, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

NasdaqBrunswick Group represents Nasdaq as it agrees to pay $10.5B in cash and stock to acquire the Adenza software business of Thoma Bravo, which relies on FGS Global for its media relations duties.

Columbus Wants PR for Mental Health Services

Mon., Jun. 12, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

ColumbusColumbus (OH) Public Health wants pitches for a culturally informed multimedia campaign to generate awareness of its programs to promote mental wellness.

Maher Advises Women to 'Lean In'

Mon., Jun. 12, 2023

By Ken Jacobs

Marina Maher"Grab every opportunity that's presented to you. When people see that you're open to opportunities, they'll offer you more," says Marina Maher, agency founder and chair of MMC and founder of OPRG's Institute for Women's Leadership.

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What Will Trump’s Prison Garb Look Like?

Mon., Jun. 12, 2023

By Bill Huey

Bill HueyAs it begins to appear increasingly likely that former President Trump will do a stretch in prison, what should his wardrobe look like? How should the First Felon be attired?

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Citrus County Hunts for Travel PR Firm

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

CitrusCitrus County, which is located on Florida’s west central coast, is looking for a firm to develop a tourism PR campaign.

Clout Cuts PGA Tour

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

PGAClout Public Affairs has dropped the PGA Tour as a client following its decision to merge with the Saudi Arabia government’s LIV Golf.

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Commentary

WPP Unveils Joyous Sounds of Dying Cancer Cells

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Beautiful SoundKudos to WPP and the American Society of Clinical Oncology for creating first-ever audible sound of cancer cells being destroyed... Corporate bankruptcies surge to level not seen since Great Recession... Michigan Indian tribe wants alcohol abuse PSAs aimed at kids nine and up... CNN COO David Leavy faces pressure to revive ad revenues that tanked under Chris Licht.

Social Media Marketing Critical for Brand Success

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Jon Gingerich

Sprout SocialA new report found business leaders almost universally acknowledge that social media is vital for their communications efforts. As a result, executives are making social media marketing a priority in their future investments.

Accounts in Transit: Blake Agency Lands Afri-Centric

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Steve Barnes

AfriCentricThe Blake Agency picks up Afri-Centric, a boutique travel company offering sustainable luxury travel experiences in Africa... Marino lands North American PR duties for event producer RX Global’s newly launched MIPIM NY show slated Nov. 29-30 at the Javits Center... SIMBOL Communications adds ENVO Drive Systems.

On the Move: Arnold & Porter Tabs Berardi to Head Marketing

Fri., Jun. 9, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Jeff BerardiArnold & Porter, which employs over 1,000 lawyers, hires Jeff Berardi as chief business development and marketing officer... PNC Financial Services Group appoints PayPal's Jenn Garbach as CMO... Xebia, an IT consultancy and software development company, brings on Keith Landis to lead marketing.

FGS Global Works DC for S2G Ventures

Thu., Jun. 8, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

Lukas WaltonFGS Global reps the investment platform of Builders Vision, which was launched and is led by the grandson of Sam and Helen Walton, co-founders of Walmart.

MZ Group Reps Targeted Tingo

Thu., Jun. 8, 2023

By Kevin McCauley

TingoMZ Group represents Tingo Group, which today hired White & Case to conduct an independent review of allegations made by short-seller Hindenburg Research that it fabricated its financials.

On the Move: Notre Dame's Curran Exits for USC

Thu., Jun. 8, 2023

By Steve Barnes

Joel CurranThe University of Southern California hires Joel Curran, a former managing director at MSLGROUP, as SVP and CCO, effective July 10... Comsint brings on Allison Matthews and Jenna Matthews (the two are not related) as executive VPs... The Wonderful Company hires former Revlon VP of marketing Benal Serin as senior VP of marketing.

Accounts in Transit: The Door Picks Up CityPickle

Thu., Jun. 8, 2023

By Steve Barnes

CityPickleThe Door signs on CityPickle, which bills itself as NYC first pickleball club... Hemsworth Communications adds LOVU, a romance travel booking app... Nickerson picks up JM Electrical.