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| John Capodanno |
Dentons Global Advisors brings on Real Chemistry's John Capodanno, who was president of financial, corporate and capital market communications, as a partner in the firm, based in New York. Before coming to Real Chemistry, Capodanno was Americas head of healthcare and life sciences for FTI Consulting. His experience includes providing counsel to members of the C-suite and boards of directors as they navigate a complex and highly regulated landscape. DGA has also added Chris Kettmann (based in Chicago), Antonio Ortiz-Mena (based in Washington, DC and Mexico City) and Emma Walsh (based in London) as partners. “These new partners have backgrounds that as well as strengthening our expertise will also contribute to our entrepreneurial and diverse culture as we continue to grow,” said DGA partner and head of the EMEA region Deborah Scott.
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| Matt Groch |
FleishmanHillard promotes Matt Groch to global managing director of its TRUE Global Intelligence global research and intelligence practice. Groch has been with FleishmanHillard since 2018, serving as a senior vice president and global lead of data analytics and innovation. He has also been an svp in Edelman’s research and analytics division and was the co-founder of a Chicago-based healthcare startup, Mondopoint. “Matt’s attention to employee development, and his ability to drive intelligence deeper into our organization are the foundations of delivering great work,” said FleishmanHillard global COO and president, Americas J.J. Carter. “He also emphasizes the importance of strategic, consultative data and insights that drive clients’ business and reputation forward.”
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| Brenton Temple |
MAD Global Strategy hires Brenton Temple as a managing director in its Columbus, OH office. Temple most recently served as campaign manager for Ohio governor Mike DeWine’s successful re-election campaign, and then as executive director of DeWine’s inaugural committee. Previously, he was DeWine’s first deputy policy director. “Brenton’s knowledge of politics and policy are going to be a huge advantage for MAD Global Strategy,” said MAD Global managing director Jai Chabria.
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| Kailee Stickler |
Thompson & Co. Public Relations promotes Kailee Stickler to VP of digital. Stickler has been with the agency for six years and has played a major role in growing the agency’s digital services division. In her new position, she will oversee all aspects of the digital department, including digital advertising, social media strategy, video, photography and graphic design. “T&C’s digital arm has exploded under Kailee’s leadership,” said T&C president and CEO Jennifer Thompson. “She has worked her way through the ranks with ambition, loyalty and tenacity.”
Narrative Strategies hires Chris Bissex as a managing director. Bissex was most recently deputy director of public affairs for the Federal Trade Commission... Marino promotes Elizabeth Latino to COO and managing director.... he Charlotte Hornets hire Big 12 Conference chief brand & business officer Tyrel Kirkham as CMO. 
Breakwater Strategy, a strategic insights and communications consultancy, brings on former CNN justice correspondent Jessica Schneider as a VP... Stratacomm, a DC-based firm, names Darren Scher chief operating and integration officer. Scher comes to the agency from Adfero, where he was most recently managing director... Dreamday hires Veronica Gauthier as SVP of growth... TextNow appoints Bonnie Herche as VP of marketing. Herche joins the company from Crain Communications.
DCI Group has hired Will Stevens, who has more than 20 years of
Imre names Fred Hickman EVP, group account lead. Hickman joins Imre from Klick, an agency that works with life sciences companies... Residence, a global network of creative companies, brings on Julian McBride as head of communications, a newly created role... Sherlock Communications, which has offices in Bogotå, Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Santiago, appoints Bianca Boucault, Maria Amelia Costa and Patricia Zylberman as managing directors.
Nick Mammano, who was president/CEO of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, has rejoined Mercury Public Affairs as a managing director in its Saddle Brook office.
