Jessica Tiller
Jessica Tiller

Weiss PR is rebranding as Pugh & Tiller PR as president Ray Weiss turns over the leadership reins to executive VP Matthew Pugh and co-founder Jessica Tiller.

Weiss will take on the senior counsel position, focused on strategic direction of the firm and advising key clients.

Matt Pugh
Matt Pugh

He said planning for the management transition has been underway for some time and the name change will help Pugh and Tiller bolster their reputations as leaders in the PR business.

The firm is relocating from Baltimore to Annapolis to increase its proximity to the Washington market.

Pugh will continue to lead the firm's tech practice, while Tiller is responsible for its insurance, employee benefits and commercial real estate practices.