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| Emily Porro |
The Bliss Group names Emily Porro as SVP and co-leader of the firm’s impact practice. Porro was most recently SVP and impact practice lead at Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications. She previously was an SVP at both Makovsky and Berns Communications Group, in addition to founding Porro Comms, a strategic communications and content development consultancy. In her new post, Porro will work alongside co-leader Megan Tuck to provide counsel for organizations seeking to align strategic priorities and sustainable programs with societal change. “Emily's leadership and insights will be instrumental in shaping a future where Bliss is a key player in driving impactful and transformative change for people and the planet,” said The Bliss Group CEO Cortney Stapleton.
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| Kurt Hauptman |
TEAM LEWIS appoints Kurt Hauptman as VP of analytics. Hauptman was at Edelman for over a decade, serving in a variety of positions including VP of DXI, Edelman’s data and intelligence organization. In his new post, Hauptman is tasked with helping to define and influence analytics roadmaps for clients and guide TEAM LEWIS’s analytics innovation and strategies. “Hauptman’s knowledge of data analysis combined with his strategic vision will be instrumental in elevating our analytics capabilities and unlocking new opportunities for growth,” said TEAM LEWIS head of research, analysis & strategy Piper Dolan.
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| Andy Mansoor |
Ingredient, a digital food marketing agency, names Andy Mansoor as business development manager. Mansoor joins Ingredient from global brand tech agency OLIVER, where she led new business for North America. Before that she was executive operations manager at advertising services company Obviously. In her new post, Mansoor’s primary focus will be on new business initiatives, strategizing ways to expand and diversify the company’s portfolio. She will act as the main point of contact, working to enhance visibility and expand the agency’s exposure to opportunities that resonate with its values and services.
Ballard Partners names former Burson managing director Mike Waterman as MD. Waterman comes to Ballard from ROKK Solutions... The Herald Group brings on Trace Scruggs and Evan Lukaske as VPs... Travelier, which operates platforms for booking intercity transportation services via buses, trains and ferries in 124 countries, appoints Mario Gavira as CMO. 
Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications brings on Jessica Gail, who served as director of communications for Rep. Eric Swalwell, as senior media lead... Prime Therapeutics appoints Katie Payne as chief external affairs officer, a newly created role. She was previously a senior director at APCO... Thunderly promotes Jason Weaver to director of paid media. 
Ruder Finn hires Brent Mullins as SVP, talent and partnerships. Mullins joins the agency from 160over90, where he was VP, entertainment marketing... Allison Worldwide names Katie Huang Shin global president, technology, effective Nov. 14... Vasion, which provides serverless printing and AI-enabled automation, appoints Cindy White as CMO. 
Mod Op brings on John Powers and Alan Kipust as part of its Executive in Residence program, which already includes former Dun & Bradstreet chief data officer Monica Richter... Takeda Pharmaceuticals hires James-Denton Wyllie as head of R&D and external innovation communications... Veeam Software, which specializes in data resilience solutions, appoints Allison Cerra as CMO.
The Dallas Mavericks bring on Gina Miller as chief communications officer, a newly created role. She was previously with Major League Soccer team FC Dallas... Americans for the Arts, a nonprofit organization that advances arts advocacy, names Jamey Lundblad as CMO... Ambac Financial Group, an insurance holding company, names Karen Beyer managing director, head of investor relations.
