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Zoom forms security council to tackle privacy criticisms
There will also be an advisory board for CEO Eric Yuan.
How to get your print copy of PRWeek at home
Make sure you don’t miss an issue.
Startup Fast hires Jason Alderman as first CCO
The company also named Mission North as its PR AOR.
Weber Shandwick Africa appoints CEO
Weber Shandwick has appointed Deloitte business leader Ipelegeng Thibedi as chief executive of its African operations. She replaces Jill Hamilton.
H+K Strategies launches Indonesia office
The new operation will be helmed by Wunderman Thompson’s former Indonesia CEO.
LG reviews global corporate account
A WPP team has held the business for more than a decade.
Brands better step up during pandemic: Edelman Trust Barometer special
Consumers want brands to do what the government can’t, says the research.
Richard Edelman tells global staff: 'No job losses due to coronavirus'
Edelman has guaranteed to protect the jobs of his global agency's 6,000-strong workforce during the coronavirus outbreak, PRWeek has learned.
Eli Lilly names Kathryn Beiser VP of global comms
She starts in the role April 6.
Parents WFH: Are you still hiding from your children during calls?
There's no shame in admitting it.
GM hires P&G CCO Craig Buchholz as global comms SVP
He replaces Tony Cervone, who is retiring.
Cleveland Clinic’s Eileen Sheil joins Medtronic as comms VP
Sheil served at Cleveland Clinic for 17 years.
Wells Fargo reassures customers about coronavirus
An employee of the San Francisco bank tested positive for the virus.
How PR agencies and brands are celebrating International Women’s Day
This year’s campaign theme is #EachforEqual.
Step-by-step guide to working remotely amid coronavirus
Brands and agencies need to adapt quickly to a flexible way of working to avoid mass disruption.
Mike Fernandez joins energy company Enbridge as CCO
Fernandez is leaving LLYC, where he is U.S. CEO.
Corona hits back at ‘misinformation’ about brand damage from coronavirus
Consumer sentiment and sales are strong, the brand said.
Patrick Fitzgerald to exit FedEx next month
Fitzgerald has served as SVP of integrated marketing and communications since 2013.
FTI Consulting strategic comms revenue up 14.3% in Q4, 8.8% for 2019
The firm is doing more work in litigation consulting, said segment leader Mark McCall.
Dee Dee Myers exits Warner Bros.
Myers is stepping down months after Ann Sarnoff joined as CEO.
Analysis
Internal comms during coronavirus: What works
Execs share their tips for communicating with staff about COVID-19 and WFH issues.
Adjust or start from scratch? Tough decisions as brands reevaluate Olympic plans
It’s not as simple as just delaying campaigns for one year.
Working from home…with kids. How PR pros are juggling it
‘I have become a master at muting ‘dadadadas’ during meetings.’
‘What will the pain be and how will it net out?’: Agencies gauge coronavirus impact
Firms are losing work but gaining other assignments amid the pandemic.
Coronavirus: How global agency groups are handling the outbreak
Global agency holding groups have suspended or heavily restricted travel to high-risk zones and some clients have begun asking for contract ‘pauses’ in response to the spread of the virus, PRWeek has learned.
CEO Q&A
Ferrero CEO Paul Chibe dishes on great marketing, risk-taking and Star Trek
The marketing vet and Ferrero North America CEO discusses what he expects from his agencies and PR partners, as well as his company’s plans for U.S. growth.
Special Olympics CEO Mary Davis shares her goals for the organization
Davis wants to help people see the ability of her athletes.
Hims & Hers' CEO tackles stigma, shame and healthcare access
Since launching in 2017, the healthcare startup has been making waves with its innovative style and simple, impactful messaging
Move over Millennials: Generation X is coming for your avocados
Avocados From Mexico targets older people in its new marketing.
CEO Monty Sharma on getting Jenny Craig back into shape
"We've focused squarely on being a leader in what we've always been: a leader in weight loss with the highest amount of support and delicious meals."
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