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Ford's global creative review spells trouble for longtime partner WPP
The automaker is one of WPP's largest accounts.
Publicis rebrands two shops in Asia under MSLGroup
The moves are part of parent Publicis Groupe's effort to convert its PR assets to the MSL brand.
Private equity funds dominate marcomms M&A
Nearly a quarter (22%) of all marcomms M&A deals involved private-equity funds -- double the 11% seen in the last two quarters of 2017.
Read and Scott: 'We don't believe break-up of WPP makes sense'
WPP's joint COOs Mark Read and Andrew Scott have said they do not believe a break-up of the ad group makes sense.
Has Sir Martin Sorrell been a positive force for the ad industry?
No matter that he dragged the global ad industry kicking and screaming into the modern age, Martin Sorrell will continue being the subject of a relentless debate about whether he's been a benevolent or a malevolent influence on it.
Lambert, Edwards & Associates acquires Owen Blicksilver PR
The acquisition opens a New York office for the Detroit-based firm.
Breakfast Briefing: The 5 stories PR pros need to know on Thursday morning
One WPP agency CEO says staffers could feel "liberated" by Martin Sorrell's departure. Plus: The end of 'Scandal.'
Publicis Groupe upbeat after account wins fuel organic growth
Publicis Groupe's net revenue grew organically by 1.6% to €2.1bn (£1.8bn/$2.6bn) thanks to account wins in 2017 that included McDonald's and Diesel.
Michael Nyman exits PMK-BNC, starts new firm
Acceleration will be an investment and advisory vehicle for marketing and media deals.
Ferrero brings on McDonald's, Ketchum veteran Cheryll Forsatz
Forsatz is leading PR, and corp comms strategy for the U.S.
Renee Wilson to step down as PR Council president
Her contract with the group is up at the end of the year.
10 times Martin Sorrell made PRWeek headlines
A glance at our coverage of the former WPP CEO throughout the years.
Former Edelman capital markets head launches Profile Advisors
Prosek Partners invested in the boutique shop, and will provide backend support as needed.
Omnicom PR firms flat in first quarter
The group's PR revenue grew only 0.7% organically in Q1 to $346.3 million.
Volkswagen begins global agency overhaul as it seeks greater brand 'consistency'
Volkswagen is seeking to create a series of regional agency "powerhouses" as part of a new long-term marketing strategy announced yesterday by chief marketing officer Jochen Sengpiehl.
Former trade negotiator Darci Vetter to lead public affairs for Edelman DC
She's reporting to Washington office president Lisa Ross.
'The single biggest influencer on the agency business': 6 CEOs react to Sorrell's resignation
Agency leaders on the former WPP CEO's impact on marketing.
Rogers & Cowan launches fashion show 'Click My Closet'
The series is the first project to come out of Rogers & Cowan's in-house studio content arm, Clickable Media Group.
Lib Dem leader wants UK Parliament to make Sorrell findings public
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Vince Cable is reportedly threatening to use parliamentary privilege powers to expose WPP's findings following an investigation into Sir Martin Sorrell.
Breakfast Briefing: The post-Sorrell era begins
What could be next for WPP after the resignation of its CEO of more than three decades.
Analysis
Sell-off or solidification? Industry ponders WPP's Sorrell-less future
Executives predict what's next for WPP.
Demand surges for comms skills on online freelance networks
But there's a catch: many agencies would rather pay freelancers they know and trust.
'Massive restructuring is underway': Experts predict more agency mergers to follow Burson-C&W tie-up
The toughest task for Burson Cohn & Wolfe CEO Donna Imperato: bringing together the cultures of two very different WPP agencies, say top agency executives.
Beyond Bell Pottinger: Larger trends shape African PR market
Demographic and economic trends are changing the communications industry in Africa, moving it away from traditional hubs and presenting opportunities.
Home team: Twin Cities communicators make the most of the spotlight
While they're naturally disappointed the hometown Minnesota Vikings came up short, PR pros based in Minnesota are putting on a brave face to show off Minneapolis and St. Paul despite the playoff loss and the freezing cold.
News in Brief
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Llorente & Cuenca partners with Lincoln Strategy Group in US
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Sherlock Communications expands to five Latin American countries
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Cision names Abe Smith EMEAI president
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Jackson joins Portland to lead US health offering
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Barclays Center parent promotes Mandy Gutmann
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Brunswick's Justin Dini named corp comms SVP at Viacom
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News in brief, 4.26.2017: Allison+Partners brings on veteran Atlanta journalist
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In Brief, 3.30.2017: Amirshahi gets corp comms SVP job at Univision Communications
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In Brief, 2.28.2017: Fifth Third names Jauchius CMO
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In brief, 1.5.2017: Kenneth Weine named CCO at the Met
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Wells Fargo mourns loss of community relations VP Jennifer Riordan
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Quitting social media will have 'no impact' on Wetherspoons PR, argues pub chain's comms chief
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WPP could sell its PR business after Sorrell's departure, suggests analyst
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Sir Martin Sorrell: a personal view
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Revealed: PRWeek UK Best Places to Work Awards 2018 winners
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'The single biggest influencer on the agency business': 6 CEOs react to Sorrell's resignation