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Cision Creates New Role to Lead AI Strategy: Appoints Antony Cousins as Executive Director for AI Strategy and Announces New AI-Driven Products and Approach for 2023

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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CHICAGO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cision, the leading global communications and media intelligence platform, is pleased to announce the appointment of Antony Cousins as Executive Director of AI Strategy, effective immediately.

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  • CHICAGO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cision, the leading global communications and media intelligence platform, is pleased to announce the appointment of Antony Cousins as Executive Director of AI Strategy, effective immediately.
  • Notably, Cousins provided press relations for British Forces deployed in Afghanistan, worked in counterterrorism and in strategy across the Middle East during the Arab Spring or "social media revolutions."
  • In the newly created role of Executive Director for AI Strategy, Cousins will be responsible for advancing Cision's AI strategy.
  • With his first-hand communications and technology experience, Antony deeply understands the challenges and the opportunities that AI provides to the discipline of communications and media intelligence."

Finalists chosen for CJF Jackman Excellence Award

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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TORONTO, April 5, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlists for the CJF Jackman Awards for Excellence in Journalism , honouring news organizations that embody exemplary journalism and have a profound positive impact on the communities they serve.

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  • TORONTO, April 5, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlists for the CJF Jackman Awards for Excellence in Journalism , honouring news organizations that embody exemplary journalism and have a profound positive impact on the communities they serve.
  • Through this prestigious award, the CJF has since 1996 recognized news organizations that embrace ideals of journalistic excellence – originality, courage, independence, accuracy, social responsibility, accountability and diversity.
  • "The compelling stories chosen as finalists covered subjects from across the country and beyond – social policy, sports, politics, environmental concerns and Indigenous affairs.
  • The CJF Jackman Award jury members are:
    Catherine Cano, president of CanoVision and former executive with CPAC and Radio-Canada;
    Wendy Metcalfe, vice-president of content and editor-in-chief, Hearst Connecticut Media Group.

Cision Unveils Guaranteed Paid Placement, Providing Clients with Unmatched Visibility and Control over their Brand's Story

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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Since launching in March of 2022, content from thousands of PR Newswire clients has garnered 400 million impressions and over 2 million clicks through Guaranteed Paid Placement.

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  • Since launching in March of 2022, content from thousands of PR Newswire clients has garnered 400 million impressions and over 2 million clicks through Guaranteed Paid Placement.
  • "PR Newswire is committed to consistently delivering market-leading innovation to our clients," said Nicole Guillot, Cision COO and President of PR Newswire.
  • PR Newswire supports Guaranteed Paid Placement clients by optimizing their content using ongoing quantitative testing across thousands of campaigns.
  • "At Nativo, we are thrilled to partner with PR Newswire on this transformation to Guaranteed Paid Placement.

Journalism Forum launches program to provide free short-term mental health counselling for Canadian freelancers

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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LONDON, ON, March 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian freelancers at home or abroad can now apply for free, timely and confidential counselling when they have experienced mental health issues in response to an acute work stressor.

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  • LONDON, ON, March 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian freelancers at home or abroad can now apply for free, timely and confidential counselling when they have experienced mental health issues in response to an acute work stressor.
  • Forum president Cliff Lonsdale said: "Even journalists who have access to an Employee Assistance Program often find they don't provide an adequate response to the growing threats and stresses journalists can face.
  • To begin addressing this, the new fund will provide and pay for time-limited access to confidential counselling for freelancers within Canada and Canadian freelancers working abroad, including Ukraine and other conflict zones.
  • Aspects of its work are supported by the Canadian Mental Health Commission, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Workplace Strategies for Mental Health (a potential source for journalists) courtesy of Canada Life, KBF Canada Foundation, CBC News, The Globe and Mail, Société Radio-Canada and Cision, which we thank for supporting this announcement.

PR Newswire's Strategic Partnership with Captivate Enhances Reach

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PR Newswire, a Cision company, is further amplifying the visibility of its clients' news through a strategic partnership with Captivate, a leading digital-out-of-home video network.

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  • CHICAGO, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PR Newswire, a Cision company, is further amplifying the visibility of its clients' news through a strategic partnership with Captivate , a leading digital-out-of-home video network.
  • Press releases and brand stories issued through PR Newswire's premium North American networks will now be directly delivered to Captivate editors through a dedicated feed.
  • Captivate recently announced a partnership that brings Captivate's content and advertising experience to digital screens in WeWork flexible workspaces .
  • This partnership extends the Captivate network by more than 175 high traffic locations in top metro areas in North America – bringing the total Captivate office and residential building screen count to 14,500.

PR NEWSWIRE'S PREMIUM CONTENT SERVICES BRAND, MULTIVU, KICKS OFF NEW YEAR WITH EXPANDED DIGITAL SOLUTIONS AND STRATEGIC NEW HIRES

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MultiVu, the premium brand within PR Newswire, announced today the expansion of many of its content service solutions, including newly developed digital offerings like Social Video, a more robust suite of Multichannel News Release options, and enhanced Webcasting capabilities, alongside existing full-service end-to-end video production and distribution solutions. The revitalization of its product offerings reflects the company's ongoing commitment to elevate the client experience by creating products and solutions that address clients' most pressing needs.

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  • At the core, the team's role is to help all clients amplify their stories through execution within paid, earned, shared, and owned media.
  • "The benefit to clients is enormous," said Faye Godfrey, who recently joined as VP of Content Services, bringing years of digital marketing and leadership experience to the team.
  • As an integral part of PR Newswire's strategic vision, the company has made investments in MultiVu's people, processes, and solutions with Godfrey at the helm.
  • Based in London, Godfrey aims to deepen PR Newswire's global client base by offering more comprehensive solutions for international clients.

Michelle Vangel to lead Ipsos Social Intelligence Analytics + Synthesio team in North America

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ipsos, one of the largest market research and polling companies globally, announced that Michelle Vangel has been appointed as Senior Vice President and head of its Social Intelligence Analytics + Synthesio practice in North America.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ipsos, one of the largest market research and polling companies globally, announced that Michelle Vangel has been appointed as Senior Vice President and head of its Social Intelligence Analytics + Synthesio practice in North America.
  • In her new role at Ipsos, Vangel will oversee the alignment of Synthesio, Ipsos' pioneering consumer intelligence platform, with Social Intelligence Analytics, Ipsos' market-leading social intelligence and analytics practice.
  • "Michelle has a deep understanding of how we can leverage our social listening platform in combination with top-notch consulting to deliver value for our clients," said Whitney Krause, Cluster President, North America.
  • "From its one-of-a-kind research capabilities to its forward-thinking strategies, Ipsos is a leader in its field," Vangel said.

Trintech Announces New Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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DALLAS, TX, Feb 22, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of Finance, today announced the appointment of Piotr Marczewski as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of Trintech.

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  • DALLAS, TX, Feb 22, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of Finance, today announced the appointment of Piotr Marczewski as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of Trintech.
  • "I am thrilled to welcome Piotr as Trintech's new CRO who has a proven track record of scaling and overseeing successful sales organizations and ensuring a best-in-class customer experience," said Darren Heffernan, President & Chief Operating Officer of Trintech.
  • "I am excited to be joining the team as Trintech's new CRO and I'm looking forward to accelerating our global growth and customer success," said Piotr Marczewski, Chief Revenue Officer of Trintech.
  • As Trintech embarks on its next phase of growth, I am excited to help Trintech further its reputation as a trusted partner for the Office of Finance globally."

Treble Announces 63% Revenue Increase in 2022, 9th-consecutive Year of Record Growth

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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Treble , a boutique PR agency with 23 successful exits across its client portfolio, today announced 63% revenue growth between 2021 and 2022.

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  • Treble , a boutique PR agency with 23 successful exits across its client portfolio, today announced 63% revenue growth between 2021 and 2022.
  • The revenue increase marks the 9th-consecutive year of record growth since the agency’s inception in 2013.
  • “Treble continues to provide exceptional service and return on investment for the challenger brands across our portfolio,” said Ethan Parker , Treble founder and CEO.
  • In November 2022, Treble announced the formation of its Enterprise Technology Practice Group led by Treble Senior Vice President Matt Grant .

Cision Announces Cali Tran as New CEO

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cision, a global consumer and media intelligence and communications platform, announced today the appointment of Cali Tran as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cision, a global consumer and media intelligence and communications platform, announced today the appointment of Cali Tran as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.
  • Tran replaces Platinum Equity Managing Director Brandon Crawley, who has been serving as interim CEO.
  • Tran was also recently appointed President and CEO of Brandwatch, a Cision company and leading enterprise media analytics suite.
  • Prior to Cision, Tran held executive leadership positions at a number of marketing technology companies such Centerfield Media, Vericast, and Valassis either as President, Chief Commercial Officer or CEO.