RUDER FINN


Associated tags: PR, Finn, Innovation, Osmosis, Ruder Finn, Commerce, Wellness, Ministry of Health & Wellness, RF

Locations: ASIA, EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, LA, NEW YORK, KOHLER, LOWES, NORTH AMERICA, NEW YORK CITY

PRWeek Names Ruder Finn a Top Workplace in the Industry

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading independent global communications agency, Ruder Finn, has been named as one of PRWeek's Best Places to Work 2023 .

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading independent global communications agency, Ruder Finn, has been named as one of PRWeek's Best Places to Work 2023 .
  • For over a decade, PRWeek's Best Places to Work has celebrated top agencies with the most outstanding and progressive workplace environments across the country.
  • Ruder Finn was evaluated against over 100 agencies and in-house teams and selected as one of the top five agencies in the "Large Agency" category.
  • "For 75 years, Ruder Finn has made it a priority to create a workplace where employees can learn, innovate, and grow," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.

Ruder Finn Named PR Agency of the Year at Medical Marketing & Media Awards 2023

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Friday, October 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading independent global communications agency, Ruder Finn, has been awarded the gold prize for PR Agency 2023 at the Medical Marketing & Media Awards.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading independent global communications agency, Ruder Finn, has been awarded the gold prize for PR Agency 2023 at the Medical Marketing & Media Awards.
  • The Medical Marketing & Media (MM+M) Awards recognize healthcare marketing and media that is the most creative and effective in the industry.
  • "Ruder Finn, now in its 75th year, continues to chart a distinctive path in the way PR helps brands grow," said MM+M.
  • "We're in the golden age of medical marketing," said Larry Dobrow, Editor-in-chief, MM+M.

Ruder Finn Expands Global Presence with Acquisition of Digital Marketing Agency, Pandan Social

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

"We are excited to become part of the dynamic and rapidly expanding Ruder Finn team," said Daniel Woodroof, Pandan Social Co-Founder.

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  • "We are excited to become part of the dynamic and rapidly expanding Ruder Finn team," said Daniel Woodroof, Pandan Social Co-Founder.
  • "Together, we are poised to set new industry standards in digital marketing," added Brandon Lee, Pandan Social Co-Founder.
  • Pandan Social's expertise in crafting analytics-based strategies will be valuable to our digital marketing practice," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.
  • The Pandan Social team will be seamlessly integrated with Ruder Finn's digital arm, RFI Asia, combining the strengths of both firms.

RUDER FINN LAUNCHES GLOBAL CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR STRATEGIC INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

NEW YORK and LONDON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn has unveiled a global Center of Excellence for Strategic Internal Communications and Engagement. rf.engage unites global agency talent to help client organizations unlock the power of their people and deliver What's Next. 

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  • NEW YORK and LONDON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn has unveiled a global Center of Excellence for Strategic Internal Communications and Engagement.
  • This move is a response to rapid growth in internal engagements, which now total almost 20% of Ruder Finn's global client portfolio.
  • rf.engage brings together the company's strategic internal communications, change management, and employee engagement expertise from across the world.
  • This group brings together internal communications and engagement experts from across the Ruder Finn network and the award-winning agency SPI Group, acquired by Ruder Finn in 2019.

PRNEWS Names Ruder Finn's Gloria Rodriguez, Maryam Ayromlou, and Monica Marshall as 2023 People of the Year Honorees

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PRNEWS has announced the 2023 People of the Year honorees, who have been recognized for their innovation and impact on the communications industry and their organizations.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PRNEWS has announced the 2023 People of the Year honorees, who have been recognized for their innovation and impact on the communications industry and their organizations.
  • As founder and president of RF Comunicad, she has been on the forefront of the multicultural communications evolution in the United States and Latin America since 1985.
  • "Our People of the Year honorees reflect the range of expertise needed across the PR and communications industries," said Erika Bradbury, Editorial Director of PRNEWS.
  • PRNEWS People of the Year Honorees will be celebrated at the Platinum & People Awards Gala on October 18th in New York City.

Ruder Finn Launches AI-powered Creative Studio: RF Studio 53

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies, announced today the launch of RF Studio 53. By bringing together Ruder Finn's award-winning creative and TechLab capabilities, RF Studio 53 combines the imagination power of the entertainment world with the data power of the AI world to drive a new era of AI-powered creative.

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  • By bringing together Ruder Finn's award-winning creative and TechLab capabilities, RF Studio 53 combines the imagination power of the entertainment world with the data power of the AI world to drive a new era of AI-powered creative.
  • "Studio 53's name was inspired by our 53rd Street NYC headquarters, a dynamic and open space that serves as the creative and innovation hub for Ruder Finn globally," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn.
  • "What distinguishes Studio 53 is its foundation in Ruder Finn's independence and focus on what's next," said Tejas Totade, Ruder Finn's Chief Technology Officer and RF Studio 53's Head of Technology.
  • RF Studio 53 will provide clients with full-service creative offerings from design, branding, and short and long-form video, to websites, apps and immersive emerging tech experiences from AI/AR to metaverse.

Ruder Finn Celebrates 75th Anniversary Year with 100 New Wins Year to Date

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Monday, June 26, 2023

NEW YORK, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies, founded in 1948 by David Finn and Bill Ruder, is celebrating its 75th anniversary year.

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  • NEW YORK, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn, one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies, founded in 1948 by David Finn and Bill Ruder, is celebrating its 75th anniversary year.
  • Year to date, the agency has added 100 new client wins globally, including significant players in healthcare, technology, commerce, leadership, and workplace.
  • The landmark anniversary comes on the heels of a more than 100% growth spurt since the rise of the pandemic in March 2020.
  • As forward-thinkers, Ruder Finn is excited to continue working with our clients to drive what's next in 2023 and beyond."

Neo4j Chooses Ruder Finn as Agency of Record to lead North American Communications Program

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

NEW YORK, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neo4j has appointed Ruder Finn as Agency of Record for North America to develop and execute a comprehensive, integrated communications program.

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  • NEW YORK, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neo4j has appointed Ruder Finn as Agency of Record for North America to develop and execute a comprehensive, integrated communications program.
  • "Forward-looking companies rely on Neo4j to drive innovation and solve complex problems from real-time data insights," said Chandra Rangan, Chief Marketing Officer of Neo4j.
  • Ruder Finn succeeded in securing Neo4j as a client following a competitive pitch and began working as the company's PR Agency on April 1st.
  • Antonia Caamaño, SVP of RF Tech, will lead the Ruder Finn team handling this business, based out of New York.

Kathy Bloomgarden Named Outstanding Agency Professional at PRWeek US Awards 2023

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Friday, March 17, 2023

NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn, was named Outstanding Agency Professional at the PRWeek US Awards 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn, was named Outstanding Agency Professional at the PRWeek US Awards 2023.
  • "I'm honored to be named Outstanding Agency Professional by PRWeek," said Kathy Bloomgarden.
  • "This year is a monumental one, marking the 75th anniversary of Ruder Finn, as well as the 25th anniversary of PRWeek.
  • Ruder Finn was additionally shortlisted for Outstanding Large Agency, and Kathryn Jankelunas, Account Supervisor, was nominated for Outstanding Young Professional.

Ruder Finn Elevates Atul Sharma to CEO of Ruder Finn India & Head Middle East, Signaling New Ruder Finn Expansion Efforts in the Middle East Region

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

NEW YORK, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global communications agency, Ruder Finn, today announced the expansion of Atul Sharma's role as CEO of Ruder Finn India, which comprises Ruder Finn India and RF Thunder India.

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  • NEW YORK, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global communications agency, Ruder Finn, today announced the expansion of Atul Sharma's role as CEO of Ruder Finn India, which comprises Ruder Finn India and RF Thunder India.
  • "We are delighted to appoint Atul as the CEO of Ruder Finn India and Head of our new ventures in the Middle East," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO, "RF India's transformative growth has been led by a strong leadership team under Atul.
  • Atul has been leading the charge on consulting for our clients on emerging technologies with the growing team in India.
  • Sharma joined Ruder Finn Asia in 2018 as Managing Director, Vice President of Ruder Finn India, responsible for overall management and operations, and establishing Ruder Finn as a major player in the India market.