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| Amanda Kelley |
Inkhouse brings on Amanda Kelley as EVP and New York general manager. Kelley was most recently director of global PR and content at CIC, a company that builds and operates innovation campuses. Before that, she was a VP at Team LEWIS and 5WPR. In her new role, Kelley will focus on growing and managing Inkhouse’s New York team, providing strategic leadership for many of the firm’s tech and consumer clients. She will also work with agency leadership to continue building Inkhouse’s reputation. “Amanda’s combination of smarts and kind leadership will help Inkhouse continue to grow its New York presence and ability to service market leaders in consumer, financial services, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, among others,” said Inkhouse CEO Jason Morris.
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| Mike Steavenson |
Highwire names Mike Steavenson EVP of its enterprise technology practice. Steavenson was previously practice lead in FleishmanHillard’s tech practice, in addition to serving as an SVP and partner. He has also been group account director in Allison’s digital media and tech practice. As head of Highwire’s enterprise tech practice, Steavenson is tasked with helping B2B technology clients craft compelling stories, manage reputational risks, and achieve transformative growth. Highwire has also promoted Jason Mayde, who was previously head of information technology at the agency, to chief technology officer. “Mike and Jason’s addition to Highwire’s executive leadership team reflects our commitment to investing in industry-leading talent that drives innovation and transformative solutions for our clients,” said Highwire interim CEO Carol Carrubba.
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| (L-R) Janine Warner, Laurel Tiedeman, Melissa Simon |
Crowe PR promotes Janine Warner, Laurel Tiedeman and Melissa Simon to leadership positions at the agency. Warner, who was previously group manager, healthcare and technology, will now serve as director of the division. Before coming to the agency, she worked at 5WPR and Relevance International. Warner will continue to lead campaigns and provide strategic counsel to clients. Tiedeman, formerly a senior account manager, is now group manager of destinations, resorts and experiences. Simon, who previously served as social media coordinator, has been promoted to integrated PR manager. “Janine, Laurel and Melissa have consistently demonstrated remarkable dedication and exemplary leadership,” said Crowe PR senior director of communications Natalia Barclay.
ICR names Sukanti Ghosh as partner, international strategy & markets. Ghosh was most recently president of global policy & communications at Vedanta Resources Limited, one of ICR’s largest international clients... August promotes Scott Deveau to senior managing director... Milk & Honey PR, a UK-based firm, brings on Mollie Starr as partner and head of Milk & Honey North America.
Wendy Carhart, who rose to the chief communications, culture & purpose post at Real Chemistry, has moved to the Learning Care Group.
Jeff Reczek, who most recently served as director of CDC Washington at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, is coming on board as a partner at bipartisan health care firm TDY @ FGS Global.
Narrative Strategies brings on Christina Cameron and Jessica Stallone as senior directors... CI&T, a global technology transformation specialist, appoints Sarah Painter as SVP, marketing for EMEA... Avenue Z promotes Annie Zeigler to associate director, based in the firm’s Los Angeles office.
Accenture promotes Rachel Frey to CCO, a newly created role at the company... AMD, a multinational semiconductor company, recruits Salesforce president and CMO Ariel Kelman to serve as its SVP and CMO... L.C. Williams & Associates, which is celebrating 40 years in business, brings Maria Balice back to the firm as EVP to lead its corporate affairs work.
