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Melius Communication, a cooperative venture between Stanton Communications and Buenos Aires-based Minerba Communication, sets up shop in Miami. It will also operate from the founding agencies’ existing offices in the U.S. and Latin America. The new, independent firm will be equally owned by both agencies and will serve clients with business interests in North, Central and South America. Stanton Communications CEO Peter Stanton and Minerba founder Patricia Santa-Marina will serve as founding partners, with Lori Russo, Marcia Mendez-Knaudt and Emily Wenstrom coming on board as managing partners. “Companies across the region need a consistent level of service, focus on cultural nuances, and better attention to detail” said Santa-Marina. “We named our new agency using the Latin word for Better – Melius.”
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The Public Relations Global Network adds Finland-based Ellun Kanat Oy, bringing its number of member agencies to 55. Founded in 2008, the agency handles a wide range of clients from diverse industries, providing services that include brand and design, crisis communication, strategy and change management, strategic communication, public relations and social media. It employs 60 consultants and designers, serving clients that include Valmet Automotive and Wing Aviation. “Ellun Kanat showcases the creativity and dynamism of Finland’s public relations industry. Our members were impressed with the firm’s experience, expertise and talent pool,” said PRGN President Andy See.
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KCD PR unveils a revamped brand identity, which includes a new website and visual brand logo. The agency, which has been in business since 2009, says that the “cleaner, more vibrant look” reflects the growth of its team and its evolution as a top fintech PR firm. Working with tech-enabled businesses in financial, blockchain and fintech sectors, KCD PR has secured placements for clients in such outlets as Bloomberg, CNBC as well as in industry publications. “I couldn’t think of a better time to unveil our new branding than on the heels of expanding our team and embracing the virtual agency model,” said KCD PR CEO Kevin Dinino.
SourceCode Communications launches SourceCode Germany, establishing the agency's first office in continental Europe... Clario Group acquires Ted Miller Group, a Miami-founded agency focused on clients in the technology, travel & leisure and financial services sectors... Global Situation Room’s Global Risk Advisory Council is hosting a July 23 webinar that will go over the results of its new Reputation Risk Index.
Havas acquires MUT, a Barcelona-based firm focused on experiential marketing and sustainable events... IPREX lauches its AI Task Force...D S Simon Media, one of the first companies to produce a satellite media tour, celebrates its 40th anniversary... Washington Women in Public Relations is sponsoring an event that shows communications pros who work with associations how they can get their messages across clearly, credibly and courageously. “How Associations Lead with Strategic Storytelling,” at 6 p.m. on July 16.
TEAM LEWIS starts up its AI Practice... Thunderly launches a year-long storytelling campaign focused on how franchising can provide a pathway to business ownership... JIN, a European communications consulting group, introduces "AI Campaigning", a corporate offering designed to model and anticipate stakeholder behavior.
Karsh Hagan and Madden Media join forces as KHM... Endeavor Communications opens an office in the Harbor Point neighborhood of Stamford, CT... Big Red Oak, a Toronto-based communications firm, and D.C. area-based PA firm New Hill Consulting have launched a joint service exclusively for companies in the nuclear energy sector... The Pollack Group has partnered with Brandi AI, a platform for enterprise brand intelligence, AI visibility and Generative Engine Optimization.
Real Chemistry acquires Spurwing Communications, which advises pharmaceutical and healthcare organizations—as well as clients across a broader range of industries—throughout APAC... 5W AI Communications (5WPR) is moving its headquarters from New York to Florida (Miami, Tampa)... Valence Communications, which will focus on biopharmaceutical companies, launches under Matt Middleman, who was founder and CEO at LifeSci Communications.
