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| Rob Farmer |
StreetCred Communications, which works with financial industry clients, brings on Rob Farmer as SVP. Farmer, who most recently served as managing director, head of communications at wealth marketing strategy firm The Rudin Group, was previously managing director, corporate communications at Charles Schwab & Co., where he led PR for the institutional business serving independent advisors. He has also been a director at Landis Communications. “Clients appreciate when they have access to seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of the financial sector, and Rob fits this bill perfectly,” said StreetCred partner Emma Smith. “His deep industry knowledge and expertise—not to mention his passion for PR—equip us to better serve our clients and continue our strong momentum.”
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| Jessica Monahan |
Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies adds Jessica Monahan to its Washington D.C.-based lobbying team as a senior principal. Monahan comes to CPS from Arnold & Porter, where she was a policy advisor. She previously served as VP of federal government affairs at McGuireWoods Consulting and legislative director—transportation for the National Association of Counties, in addition to working for Sen. Mark Dayton (D-MN) on constituent services and supporting Sen. Russell Feingold’s (D-WI) campaign and political action committee. “Jessica brings to us senior level, multi-client government relations experience — in both the private and public sectors,” said Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies CEO Howard Schweitzer. “She has played a central role in the advancement of critical policy issues impacting some of the country’s leading industries.”
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| Jim Gallagher |
Edcetera, a provider of career education programs that is backed by Eden Capital, appoints Jim Gallagher as CMO. Gallagher joins Edcetera from professional training and coaching firm The Colbri Group, where he served as head of innovation and digital transformation, after having led their Real Estate education brand. Before that, he worked for Charter (Spectrum) and GE Capital. At these companies, he developed and managed their ecommerce channels, marketing, and innovation strategies. "His impressive track record and innovative approach to marketing, business development and strategic investments will be invaluable as we continue to advance our leadership in education and market presence," said Edcetera CEO Nader Qaimari.
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.
