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The Bliss Group joins the CARE Corporate Council, a coalition of partners committed to using their influence and expertise in pursuit of gender equality and better business outcomes. The agency will work with the coalition to empower women and girls while developing and communicating solutions for critical issues such as climate justice and digital inclusion. Launched in 2019, the CARE Corporate Council is comprised of senior leaders from the social impact and marketing functions of companies invested in highlighting and solving some of the world’s largest issues. “The Council is looking forward to tapping the Bliss team’s deep expertise in impact and sustainability messaging as we fight for the rights and future of women and girls,” said CARE director of corporate thought leadership Sarah Moser.
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The PHA Group, a UK-based PR, digital and creative agency, launches Dig & Dig, its first international agency, which will be headquartered in Boston. Dig & Dig will offer services including organic and paid social, influencer marketing, digital PR, SEO, PPC and content marketing. It will be headed up by EVP Matt Raven, who most recently was VP and head of digital at Look Left Marrketing and VP, head of paid media Desiree Dileso, who was most recently VP, media director at PGR Media. They report to PHA’s joint group MDs Shelley Frosdick and Stuart Skinner. Dig & Dig’s programs are serviced with staff from across PHA’s offices. “Client demand for international support, as well as access to a new market, have been the driving forces behind the launch of Dig & Dig and with Boston offering many thriving sectors and a great talent pool, it is a city we are excited to now call home,” said Frosdick and Skinner.
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Gregory FCA is integrating Yoodli, an AI media and presentation coaching program, into its comprehensive suite of services. Incubated at the Allen AI Institute in Seattle, Yoodli features advanced multisensory input capabilities that coach users in both body language and messaging. It is designed to significantly enhance the effectiveness of clients during media appearances and live presentations. The program joins the more than 50 bespoke AI productivity tools that Gregory FCA has introduced so far. “Yoodli will be instrumental in our ongoing efforts to ensure our clients make the most impactful presentations across all platforms, including high-stakes environments like live TV,” said Gregory FCA CEO Greg Matusky.
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.
Moburst, which specializes in digital marketing and AI-powered solutions, acquires Amazon marketing agency Hyperzon... The Public Relations Global Network launches its Health Practice Group, which brings together more than 20 independent agencies across four continents to support health care, life sciences and pharma organizations... ICR’s newly released Q2 2026 SPAC Market Update & Outlook shows a healthy environment for IPOs... Red Banyan, a senior-level crisis management, litigation PR, and reputation management firm, makes its first appearance in the Chambers and Partners listings.
Deerfield Group, a marketing, communications and media firm focused on the healthcare and life sciences sectors, receives a strategic majority investment from Martis Capital, a private equity firm... Bospar and market research firm Propeller Insights release the results of a study that shows public understanding of AI and the role it plays in brand discoverability is lagging behind the progress of the technology itself... Highwire launches AcroIntelligence, a proprietary Large Media Model designed to help companies identify emerging narratives, understand competitive shifts, and make faster, more informed decisions.
