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VOX Global is launching a social change practice aimed at helping major philanthropic foundations, non-profits and state agencies more effectively reach their target audiences and compel them to act. The practice will work with VOX Global’s behavioral insights practice, using its data and behavioral science capabilities to identify audiences, understand their motivations and develop storytelling assets. The social change practice is currently in the early stages of planning for campaigns addressing such issues as compelling students to embrace the value of education beyond high school and helping people battle addictions and mental health disorders. “From initiatives focused on education, health equity and responsible technology, to programs geared towards conservation science, climate change and more, we will help organizations engage with policymakers, civic leaders and citizens to advance their important work,” said VOX global managing director and social change practice lead Michael Marker.
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Conway Communications, a Boston-based investor relations firm, introduces a flat-fee packaged service aimed at providing on-site support for public or private companies attending investor conferences with just one company representative. Developed in response to client feedback, the service includes in-depth preparation; backgrounders on investors; information capture, including follow-ups and referrals; feedback on Q&A and issues throughout the session; and a summary for the company. “We know that no single person can speak on behalf of the company and at the same time remember the questions and feedback from the presentation and one- on-one meetings,” said agency principal Mary T. Conway.
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The Institute for Public Relations elects Tony Cheevers, customer success officer at Researchscape International, to its Measurement Commission. The commission is made up of researcher-practitioners and thought leaders in public relations research, measurement and evaluation, representing corporations; government and non-profits; research firms; and academia. Elected alongside Cheever were Jason Forget, Center for Internet Security; Eve Stevens, Microsoft; Angela Dwyer, Fullintel; and Sarah Myles, McDonald’s. “I look forward to supporting IPR’s efforts in delivering best practice and practical information to researchers, end-users, academics and others with respect to the value of market research,” said Cheevers.
Highwire launches AcroAI, an agentic AI platform... FGS Global introduces a new brand identity... Coyne Public Relations puts an inclusive spin on Take Your Child to Work Day with its new “Take Your VIP to Work Day”... Marino SVP Jordan Isenstadt is elected to the board of directors of the National Cannabis Industry Association.
CIVIC, a New York-based brand experience agency, acquires strategic communications consultancy Wave Kilo... Hotwire Global reaches an agreement with Morning Consult to give Hotwire Global instant access to Morning Consult’s proprietary dataset... The Public Relations Student Society of America announced its 2026–2027 International Committee... Avenue Z is named a Shopify Platinum Partner, the highest tier of Shopify’s Service Partner Program.
ICR releases a report that says the SPAC IPO market has been trending upward—and is likely to stay on that track... Washington Women in PR is sponsoring an April 15 event that looks at how women can change the dynamics that often keep them in lower-visibility positions through strategic self-advocacy and organizational awareness... Life Science Cares Boston, an organization supported by LaVoieHeathScience, will convene leaders, employees and partners from across the life sciences industry for its annual Impact Breakfast on April 13 at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport.
