RUDER FINN


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Ruder Finn Expands Consumer Brand Practice with Two New Leaders

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

NEW YORK, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent communications and integrated marketing agencies, announced today that Corinne Gudovic and Tera Miller will join as Head of Consumer and Head of Creative Planning, respectively, signaling a reinforced focus on growing the agency's consumer brand expertise. These two key hires will build on the agency's already robust integrated marketing capabilities across digital and experiential. They will also work with the firm's TechLab and creative studio to create new offerings designed to drive consumer engagement and conversion in an increasingly fragmented omnichannel environment. Ruder Finn's current consumer brand clients include Aveda, Canon, Coca-Cola, Disney, Kohler, LG, and Rolls Royce, among others. 

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  • Ruder Finn's current consumer brand clients include Aveda, Canon, Coca-Cola, Disney, Kohler, LG, and Rolls Royce, among others.
  • "Corinne and Tera are exceptional leaders and creative thinkers who will bring a new level of excellence as the agency develops innovative tools for enhancing the consumer experience," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.
  • Gudovic joins Ruder Finn as the new Head of Consumer, where she will oversee the growth and development of the firm's Consumer Brand practice.
  • "I am excited to be joining the acclaimed Ruder Finn to build a new and differentiated brand offering," said Gudovic.

Ruder Finn's Tejas Totade Named Data Professional of the Year by PRovoke Media

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Monday, April 1, 2024

NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Chief Technology Officer, Tejas Totade, has been named Data Professional of the Year by Provoke Media as part of the 2024 Innovation SABRE Awards.

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  • NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Chief Technology Officer, Tejas Totade, has been named Data Professional of the Year by Provoke Media as part of the 2024 Innovation SABRE Awards.
  • "Winning the Data Professional of the Year Award is an incredible honor, and it's a testament to the data-driven mindset we have at Ruder Finn, championed by our CEO, Kathy Bloomgarden," said Tejas.
  • "It's our shared belief that the real magic happens when we turn data into actionable insights and innovative solutions!
  • With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Tejas is a trailblazer in the nexus of technology, communications, and marketing.

Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon Named Among PRWeek's Women to Watch

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon, Group Vice President, Corporate Media, has been named one of PRWeek's Women to Watch 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon, Group Vice President, Corporate Media, has been named one of PRWeek's Women to Watch 2024.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized by PRWeek as part of the Women to Watch class of 2024!"
  • Jess is a key player on Ruder Finn's Corporate Media team, focusing on corporate reputation, CEO thought leadership and executive visibility, storytelling, media relations and content development.
  • This year's class of Women to Watch will be honored at a ceremony on May 30th in NYC.

Observer Ranks Ruder Finn Second on Top 25 Power List 2024

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Monday, March 18, 2024

NEW YORK , March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies, today announced the agency ranked #2 on Observer's annual PR Power List .

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK , March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies, today announced the agency ranked #2 on Observer's annual PR Power List .
  • The list recognizes the top 25 most effective, successful, and culturally relevant PR firms in the U.S. today, as well as the leaders behind them.
  • Observer commended Ruder Finn for becoming increasingly "more agile, prescient, and progressive in its 75th year", noting CEO Kathy Bloomgarden's "restless curiosity."
  • "It's truly an honor to be recognized by Observer as one of today's most powerful and influential PR agencies," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.

Ruder Finn Acquires New York Based Digital Marketing Agency Flightpath

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Monday, March 11, 2024

NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading communications and marketing consultancy, Ruder Finn, announced today the acquisition of Flightpath, an award-winning New York-based digital marketing agency.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading communications and marketing consultancy, Ruder Finn, announced today the acquisition of Flightpath, an award-winning New York-based digital marketing agency.
  • Flightpath Founder & CEO, Jon Fox, will report to Kathy Bloomgarden, Global CEO of Ruder Finn.
  • The agency's strategic digital marketing services include Website Design & Development, Online Advertising, Social Media, Content Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, CRM & Targeted Mail, Online Video and more.
  • "Flightpath has always been an independent agency, so joining Ruder Finn aligns with our values and is a great fit," said Jon Fox, Founder of Flightpath.

Cloud Marketplace Leader Pax8 Selects Ruder Finn as PR Agency of Record

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Monday, March 4, 2024

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pax8, the leading cloud commerce marketplace, has appointed Ruder Finn as its PR Agency of Record (AOR) to develop and execute a North America communications program for the company.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pax8, the leading cloud commerce marketplace, has appointed Ruder Finn as its PR Agency of Record (AOR) to develop and execute a North America communications program for the company.
  • Following a competitive review, Ruder Finn was chosen by Pax8 for its deep tech industry experience, creative storytelling approaches, and track record of driving measurable impact.
  • "Ruder Finn demonstrated they understood our audiences and had the data-driven, creative capabilities, as well as the media chops, we were looking for in a PR agency partner," said John Trent, Senior Director of External Communications of Pax8.
  • "Pax8 has exciting things happening in the next year, and Ruder Finn will help catapult our communications to the next level."

Ruder Finn Acquires UAE-Founded Agency, Atteline, Expanding its Middle East and Global Footprint

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global communications agency, Ruder Finn, announced today the acquisition of Atteline, a UAE-founded agency headquartered in Dubai, which will be Ruder Finn's new hub in the Middle East.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global communications agency, Ruder Finn, announced today the acquisition of Atteline, a UAE-founded agency headquartered in Dubai, which will be Ruder Finn's new hub in the Middle East.
  • This acquisition builds on the momentum of Ruder Finn expanding its global strategic footprint with investments in healthcare, enterprise technology, rf TechLab, reputation management, crisis communications, social and digital in the last year.
  • Sophie will work closely with Kathy Bloomgarden, Global CEO of Ruder Finn, and Atul Sharma, who leads Ruder Finn's Middle East Region.
  • "In 2023, our 75th anniversary year, Ruder Finn experienced remarkable double-digit growth," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.

Ruder Finn CTO Tejas Totade Named to PRWeek's Dashboard 25

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Chief Technology Officer, Tejas Totade, has been named to PRWeek's Dashboard 25 Class of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Chief Technology Officer, Tejas Totade, has been named to PRWeek's Dashboard 25 Class of 2024.
  • "I am thrilled to be part of PRWeek's Dashboard 25 Class of 2024!
  • This isn't just a personal achievement, it's a reflection of the 'What's Next' spirit we have at Ruder Finn," said Tejas Totade, CTO, Ruder Finn.
  • "Tejas' expertise in technology and communications is fundamental to innovation at our agency," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.

The Quest for Sleep Wins Gold at the 2024 Anthem Awards

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Friday, February 2, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Quest for Sleep (TQFS), a documentary about the real impact of insomnia and the science of sleep, created by Idorsia Pharmaceuticals US and Ruder Finn won Gold in the Awareness & Media: Health Film, Video, Television or Show Category at the 2024 Anthem Awards.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Quest for Sleep (TQFS), a documentary about the real impact of insomnia and the science of sleep, created by Idorsia Pharmaceuticals US and Ruder Finn won Gold in the Awareness & Media: Health Film, Video, Television or Show Category at the 2024 Anthem Awards.
  • The Anthem Awards celebrate purpose and mission-driven work, with the Awareness & Media category spotlighting video content, series or films that aim to raise awareness for a Health Cause.
  • Powerful 2D and 3D animations are used to take viewers inside the brains of the characters.
  • The film premiered in-theater in NYC and LA, and on a cross-platform simulcast live stream (Facebook Live, YouTube), followed by a cast panel discussion.

Ragan Names Trish Nicolas and Sunjay Lee as Honorees of Top Women in Communications Awards, Class of 2024

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ragan has named two members of Ruder Finn to the Top Women in Communications Awards, Class of 2024 .

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ragan has named two members of Ruder Finn to the Top Women in Communications Awards, Class of 2024 .
  • Trish Nicolas and Sunjay Lee join a prestigious list of women who are continuing to shape and advance the communications industry by inspiring and uniting audiences, telling powerful stories for their clients, and so much more.
  • The annual Top Women in Communications Awards "honor the outstanding women who have redefined the boundaries of communications."
  • This year's honorees will be recognized at the Top Women in Communications Awards Luncheon on Feb. 29th at the City Winery in New York City.