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| (L-R) Brett Courtright, Ben Bromberg |
imre brings on Ben Bromberg as EVP of media and Brett Courtright as EVP of medical. Bromberg was previously SVP, media at Evoke Mind+Matter. In addition to his experience with pharma clients, he has worked with brands in such sectors as CPG, tech, finance, travel and ecommerce. At Imre, he will lead the paid media division. Courtright is a PharmD, whose 15 years in healthcare have spanned clinical pharmacy and healthcare communications. He will drive brand strategy at imre, as well as developing senior team competencies and expanding medical strategy capabilities. “With Ben's innovative approach to paid media and Brett's deep understanding of medical strategy, we are positioned to deliver even greater value to our clients and continue our evolution as a brand engagement powerhouse," said imre president Anna Kotis.
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| Isabel Benavides |
Martínez Nieto S.A., a Spanish laboratory that manufactures and commercializes nutritional supplements and natural cosmetics in over 70 countries, appoints Isabel Benavides as global director of marketing and communications. Benavides has served in senior positions at creative agencies as well as branding and marketing consultancies companies including TBWA, Ogilvy, Publicis, Innocean, Cheil and Hogarth. In her new post, she will focus on accelerating growth at Martínez Nieto while maintaining its commitment to innovation, quality and international expansion. “It is a privilege to have Isabel’s talent and expertise on our team,” said Luca D’Ambrosio, who was named CEO of the company in May. “She will be a key player in this mission to drive global growth and development both in Spain and in the international markets.”
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| Tommy Maussin |
CARBIOS, a biotech company developing and industrializing biological solutions to reinvent the life cycle of plastic and textiles, names Tommy Maussin as CMO. Maussin most recently served as European director and VP of Michelin’s lifestyle division, driving growth for Michelin Guides and Robert Parker Wine Advocate across various regions. He was previously marketing director for several of Michelin’s tire divisions. At Carbios, Maussin will be responsible for enhancing the company’s global presence in addition to playing a pivotal role in shaping its customer-centric marketing strategies. “His expertise in varied and complex marketing landscapes and his forward-thinking approach to leadership are exactly what we need," said CARBIOS CEO Emmanuel Ladent.
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.
Franz Paasche, who was most recently EVP for public affairs and communications at Columbia University, will join Verizon as EVP, corporate affairs, effective Nov. 10.
Horizon Family Brands, which includes Horizon Organic and Wallaby Organic yogurt, hires Andrew Springate as CMO... Wake Tech, a Raleigh, NC community college that serves over 70000 adults annually, brings on Lisa Marie Ferrell, who previously led North America communications at Lenovo, as VP of communications and marketing... Golin brings on executive creative director Meg Farquhar in Chicago, and EVPs of strategy Tom Howells (Western Region) and Martin Coomber (New York).
Hotwire Global appoints Burson global chief digital & intelligence officer Grant Toups as global CEO, effective in January.
Bader Rutter, which works with clients in the agriculture, food, beverage and pet care sectors, appoints Demar Anderson as CMO... Acceleration Community of Companies appoints Michael Moschella to lead its new insights division, ACC Intelligence... Luminate, a London-based shop focused on infrastructure and energy sectors, hires Osman Dervish as director—head of development... The Alpine Group promotes Alison Graab to principal from SVP.
