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Former ICCO President Maxim Behar Premieres His Hip-Hop Song About PR In New York

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

NEW YORK and SOFIA, Bulgaria , Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxim Behar, globally renowned PR expert and former president of the World PR Organisation ICCO, made his debut on the music scene with his first single "PR We Are".

Key Points: 
  • The song premiered simultaneously on Tuesday on Hot 21 Radio in New York and BG Radio in Sofia.
  • "Almost by chance we met in the studio with Big Sha and his son, and we made the song in just a few hours," says Behar.
  • The song "PR We Are", written by Lil Sha and Maxim Behar, is dedicated to the PR business, which Maxim has been involved in for 30 years and achieved numerous global successes.
  • "Naturally, we were quite surprised – a rap song performed by Maxim Behar, who we all know in Bulgaria in a completely different role.

New AI Survey from Notified and PRWeek Finds PR Pros Believe in the Power of the Technology, Want Education and Resources to Drive Meaningful Usage

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

“The survey findings were clear – PR professionals are no longer worried about AI replacing them and are excited about its potential, beyond initial use cases like content generation,” said Nimesh Davé, President, Notified.

Key Points: 
  • “The survey findings were clear – PR professionals are no longer worried about AI replacing them and are excited about its potential, beyond initial use cases like content generation,” said Nimesh Davé, President, Notified.
  • Only 12% of survey respondents say they were “very knowledgeable” about AI and its applications to PR functions.
  • 55% felt that writing prompts will be a new skill that PR pros will need to master in order to successfully use AI for content.
  • To download the full results of Notified and PRWeek’s Bridging the Gap Between AI & PR survey, visit: https://insight.notified.com/bridging-gap-ai-pr

Aspen RxHealth Co-Founder and CEO Named to 50 Under 50 In Healthcare List

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen RxHealth's Co-Founder and CEO, David Medvedeff, PharmD, MBA was recently named to Slice of Healthcare's first-ever 50 Under 50 list. The award recognizes leaders from across healthcare driving innovation and moving the industry forward.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen RxHealth's Co-Founder and CEO, David Medvedeff, PharmD, MBA was recently named to Slice of Healthcare's first-ever 50 Under 50 list.
  • The award recognizes leaders from across healthcare driving innovation and moving the industry forward.
  • "I'm honored to be included on the 50 Under 50 list among some truly impressive visionaries in our industry," Medvedeff said.
  • This honor comes on the heels of other recent awards won by Aspen RxHealth and its leaders.

LLYC's first-half net profit rises 13.4% to 4.5 million euros

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

MADRID, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LLYC (BME: LLYC) recorded a double-digit net income growth of 13.4% YoY, earning €4.5 million in the first half of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • MADRID, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LLYC (BME: LLYC) recorded a double-digit net income growth of 13.4% YoY, earning €4.5 million in the first half of 2023.
  • The communications, digital marketing, and public affairs consulting firm earned €4.5 million in the first half, up 13.4% compared to 1H 2022.
  • The audited results confirmed a 12% increase in operating and total revenues (€39.9 million and €48.7 million, respectively) and a 9% improvement in recurring EBITDA (gross operating profit) to €8.8 million.
  • These figures show the company has achieved 50% of its estimated revenue and EBITDA for 2023.

MikeWorldWide Honored on The PR Net 100 List of Top Public Relations Agencies

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide , one of the leading independent public relations agencies, has been recognized on the PR Net 100 list of agencies that spotlights outstanding talent, innovation, and influence within the PR agency industry.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide , one of the leading independent public relations agencies, has been recognized on the PR Net 100 list of agencies that spotlights outstanding talent, innovation, and influence within the PR agency industry.
  • "We're excited to present this year's 'The PR Net 100' list.
  • This diverse group of agencies represents the preeminent communication and marketing firms from across the United States and beyond, who are all contributing to the industry's growth with intelligence, innovation, and a clear sense of purpose," stated Lisa Smith, Founder of The PR Net.
  • The firm has been celebrated across the industry for exceptional client service and innovative benefits and workplace culture with awards including PRWeek's Best Places to Work , Creativepool's Best Places to Work For , PRovoke's Agency of the Year competition, and PR Daily's Top Agencies Award .

United Announces New Leadership Promotions

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced two leadership promotions within its Executive team. Josh Earnest is promoted to Executive Vice President of Communications and Advertising and Terri Fariello is promoted to Executive Vice President of Government Affairs and Global Public Policy. Both will remain on United's Executive Team.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced two leadership promotions within its Executive team.
  • Their counsel and strategic insight will continue to be essential as we implement our ambitious United Next plans."
  • Josh joined United in 2018 as senior vice president and chief communications officer.
  • Throughout his career, Josh has received recognition for leadership in communications, including regularly appearing on PRWeek's annual 'Power List.'

Big Rock Brands Acquires Fish Consulting

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Rock Brands, a private-equity owned holding company specializing in serving the marketing needs of the franchising sector, announced today the acquisition of Fish Consulting, LLC, a Fort Lauderdale-based national communications firm. With the acquisition, Big Rock Brands adds to its growing portfolio of agencies dedicated to providing a full suite of integrated marketing solutions to emerging and established franchisors, franchisees, and other multi-location businesses.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition of Fish Consulting marks the fourth by Big Rock Brands since it was created in 2020, with the goal of building a portfolio of marketing agencies that leverage data-driven marketing solutions to help franchise brands and non-profit organizations achieve their business goals.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Fish Consulting into our family of award-winning marketing partners," says Michael Kessler, Chairman of Big Rock Brands.
  • According to David Chapman, CEO of 919 Marketing, "Big Rock Brands acquisition of Fish Consulting is far more than a strategic business decision; it is a game-changing move that will send ripples through franchise marketing.
  • The full range of services under the 919 Marketing brand -- along with the capabilities gained through the acquisition of Fish Consulting -- makes Big Rock Brands the leading data-driven, integrated marketing agency platform company in franchising.

Morrow Sodali Names Barri Rafferty as CEO of the Americas

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Morrow Sodali (the “Firm”), the global stakeholder engagement and ESG consulting firm, today announced that Barri Rafferty has been named CEO, Americas and as a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee.

Key Points: 
  • Morrow Sodali (the “Firm”), the global stakeholder engagement and ESG consulting firm, today announced that Barri Rafferty has been named CEO, Americas and as a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee.
  • Rafferty is based in Stamford, CT and New York, NY, and reports to Alvise Recchi, Morrow Sodali’s Global Chief Executive Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230905841211/en/
    Barri Rafferty, CEO, Americas - Morrow Sodali (Photo: Business Wire)
    “As we continue to grow and expand our platform, we are focused on adding exceptional leadership talent to our team,” said Recchi.
  • I am excited to welcome Barri to Morrow Sodali and am confident she will drive the growth of our Americas franchise.”
    Rafferty joins Morrow Sodali after serving as Head of Communications and Brand Management for Wells Fargo and as CEO and President for Ketchum.

Aspen RxHealth's SVP of Marketing and Communications Recognized on PRWeek's 2023 40 Under 40 List

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jenn Cohen, Aspen RxHealth's senior vice president of marketing and communications, was named to PRWeek's 40 Under 40 list for 2023. The list recognizes a diverse and innovative group of emerging professionals shaping the future of PR.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jenn Cohen , Aspen RxHealth 's senior vice president of marketing and communications, was named to PRWeek's 40 Under 40 list for 2023.
  • The list recognizes a diverse and innovative group of emerging professionals shaping the future of PR.
  • During her tenure, Jenn has built a high-performing, results-oriented marketing communications department and driven a successful grassroots PR strategy from the ground up, with no paid placements or agencies on retainer.
  • Cohen herself has earned the honors of:
    To read more and see the full list of this year's 40 Under 40 honorees, visit PRWeek here .

FINN Promotes Brianne Chai-Onn to Senior Partner in the Purpose and Social Impact Practice

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FINN Partners, a leading global integrated marketing and communications agency, today announced the promotion of Brianne Chai-Onn to senior partner in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Social Impact Group and the agency's #1 ranked Purpose and Social Impact Practice.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FINN Partners , a leading global integrated marketing and communications agency, today announced the promotion of Brianne Chai-Onn to senior partner in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Social Impact Group and the agency's #1 ranked Purpose and Social Impact Practice.
  • She also serves as the FINN representative to the UN Global Compact, of which it is a member.
  • "Brianne is an extraordinary champion for the future of our sustainable world, and her knowledge of global issues, advocacy and communications ensure her role as a key client counselor," notes Amy Terpeluk, managing partner, CSR & Social Impact Group head, and a leader in the FINN Purpose and Social Impact Practice.
  • "Brianne offers clients counsel based on the foundation of honed knowledge on how intergovernmental systems and policies impact company decisions and performance."