 Robert Zirkelbach |
Robert Zirkelbach, executive VP-PA at the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, has moved to ExxonMobil as head of global issues and advocacy.
The six-year PhRMA veteran developed and guided communications strategy overseeing its media relations, digital/social media, advertising, message development, internal communications and executive visibility.
Previously, Zirkelbach did a seven-year stint as VP-strategic communications at America's Health Insurance Plans. He was in charge of the team responsible for the association’s media relations, public policy communications, and grassroots and issue advocacy. Zirkelbach also positioned AHIP for the roll-out and implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
He also served as press secretary for Congressman Jim Nussle (R-IA).
Maggie Moran, who is well-connected in New Jersey and New York Democratic politics, has established Moxie Strategies in Asbury Park, NJ.
Husch Blackwell Strategies has added FleishmanHillard alum Michael Slatin as a principal in its public affairs group.
Rory Cooper, a veteran Republican operative and policy specialist, has joined Teneo’s Washington office as senior managing director in its strategy & communications practice.
Brian Fallon, who served as national press secretary for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential run, is signing on next month as Vice President’s Kamala Harris’ campaign communications director.
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