M&A expert Gould+Partners is calling for responses to its survey which analyzes key factors affecting PR firm profitability and shows what can be done to maximize bottom line and firm value. Deadline is Mar. 24.
Gould+Partners Conducts PR Benchmarking Study
Tue., Feb. 14, 2017
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