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| Michon Ellis |
Golin appoints former McDonald’s director, global corporate communications and consumer public relations Michon Ellis as EVP, issues & crisis. Ellis most recently served as CEO of CLOUT, LLC, a consultancy specializing in crisis and reputation management, which he founded in 2019. He has counseled on campaigns for such brands as Bacardi, Beam Suntory, BMO Bank, Discover, Johnson & Johnson, the Iron Man Group, Mondelez International, US Cellular and USTA Tennis. Based in Golin’s Chicago global headquarters, Ellis is tasked with growing the Chicago issues and crisis practice, strengthen its reputation capabilities and partner closely with North American and Chicago leadership to support the agency’s client network. "His first-hand understanding of our clients’ challenges will be invaluable as we expand our services and guide them through critical preparation and challenging reputational crises,” said Golin Chicago associate managing director Molly Starmann.
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| Shameek Bose |
FleishmanHillard names Shameek Bose as its first partner and global lead of responsible business and global impact. Bose joins FleishmanHillard from Accenture, where he helped organizations’ C-suites and Boards develop the governance necessary to meet their Sustainability and ESG goals, metrics and annual outcomes. Before that he spent more than seven years as global leadership fellow and lead for business engagement at The World Economic Forum. In his new position, Bose will be responsible for helping clients evolve their business models to meet the rising demands of consumers, regulators, employees and shareholders. “Shameek has tremendous experience helping businesses scale while making a positive impact on our world. We’re thrilled to be able to bring his talent to our clients,” said FleishmanHillard global COO and president, Americas J.J. Carter.
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| Robin Clarke |
M&C Saatchi Group names Robin Clarke global CEO of its Passions & PR specialism. Clarke returns to M&C Saatchi, where he began his career, from 160over90, where he most recently served as EVP, playing a key role in securing and nurturing client relationships with such global brands such as DP World, Visa, AB InBev and Marriott. He has also held senior roles at Starcom and Publicis Sport & Entertainment. At M&C Saatchi, Clarke will take direct global responsibility for the Passions & PR specialism’s activities across its sport & entertainment businesses, as well as its PR business, Talk. “His extensive experience, strategic mindset and deep industry connections make him the perfect leader to drive our vision forward. We are confident that under his guidance, the Passions & PR specialism will continue to thrive and deliver exceptional results for our clients,” said M&C Saatchi global CEO Zaid Al-Qassab.
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| Samantha Devine |
The Consultancy PR promotes Samantha Devine to VP and head of growth + brand strategy. Devine was previously a managing director at the firm, and before that she was an account director at DADA Goldberg. In her new role, Devine will be responsible for driving TCPR’s long-term growth and success, leading the agency’s external communications and awards program, working closely with the founder on the agency’s creative direction and visual identity, all while ensuring operational excellence. “Sam has been an instrumental member of our team, and I am confident that she will bring the same thoughtful and strategic approach that she demonstrates with her clients to her new role,” said The Consultancy PR founder and president Lauren Urband.
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.
Actum has hired Cecelia Prewett, who was president of DC Public Affairs at SKDK during a nearly 13-year run, as senior managing director in its Washington office.
