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Camarco Welcomes Andrew Turner as a Director
September 20, 2023
Capital Market Communications Limited is pleased to announce that Andrew Turner has joined the business as a Director in the Energy and Resources practice....
APCO Worldwide Strengthens Regional Services and Practice With new Leadership Roles in Europe
September 5, 2023
APCO Worldwide has unveiled new leadership positions in Europe powered by a team of seasoned experts specialising in corporate reputation, public affairs, crisis, geo-commerce and health....
Courtney Crowder, Licy M. Do Canto Tapped as APCO’s North America Chair of Advocacy, Head of Market Engagement
July 27, 2023
APCO elevated Courtney Crowder and Licy M. Do Canto to serve as the North America managing director and chair of Advocacy, and North America head of market engagement, respectively. ...
Government Of Japan Endorses APCO Worldwide as a Key Issues, Stakeholder & Policy Management Partner
July 24, 2023
APCO Worldwide was among six global agencies named in a recent guide published by the Government of Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)....
APCO Worldwide, Middlesex University Dubai to Launch Behavioral Science Research Partnership
June 20, 2023
APCO and Middlesex University Dubai (MDX Dubai) launch a partnership to share knowledge and explore how psychological principles and behavioral science research can be used to tackle real-world challenges....
APCO Worldwide Strengthens Global Public Affairs Capabilities With Acquisitions in MENA & Europe
May 5, 2023
APCO Worldwide acquires NGC International Advisory, a multinational agency based in Dubai specialising in public policy, government affairs, and regulatory affairs. Serving the MENA region and Strategic Advice Italy-based public affairs firm....
Strategic Comms, Brand Strategy and Storytelling Specialist Kelly Brown Joins APCO as Senior Director
April 10, 2023
Kelly Mullens Brown—a strategic communications veteran with decades of experience driving brand innovation and business growth through game-changing campaigns for public and private companies as well as non-profit organizations—joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director for Corporate Brand Strategy...
Strategic Comms Expert, Climate Adviser and Journalist Lynn Davidson Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Director
April 5, 2023
British political adviser and journalist, and the spokesperson for COP26 President Alok Sharma, Lynn Davidson joins APCO Worldwide as a senior director....
APCO Worldwide Makes Strategic Push Into Financial Communications With Camarco Acquisition
March 28, 2023
APCO has completed the acquisition of Camarco—a London-based financial communications firm....
APCO Worldwide Expands M&A and Competition Offer Providing Global Strategy for Clients
March 22, 2023
APCO Worldwide broadened its Mergers & Acquisitions and Competition offering with key new senior hires to help clients overcome the regulatory and communications challenges of today....
APCO Worldwide Acquires Gagen MacDonald, Adding Deep Change, Transformation & Employee Engagement Expertise
March 16, 2023
Gagen’s Pioneering Human-Centered Approach Will Stimulate Deeper Insights and Solutions to Help Clients Accelerate Positive Change and Transformation...
APCO Worldwide Brings on Christina Saull to Head Firm’s Expanding Transportation Portfolio
February 2, 2023
Communications and transportation industry veteran Christina Saull joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director in Washington, D.C....
APCO Expands International Advisory Council’s Expertise With Six New Additions Across Multiple Specialties
January 23, 2023
APCO Worldwide recently broadened its expertise in global markets, life sciences, health and sustainability, public policy and media relations with six new International Advisory Council (IAC) members....
APCO Worldwide Launches Alumni Program to Strengthen Relationships and Facilitate Connections
November 28, 2022
The APCO Alumni program—a globally-coordinated platform connecting APCO Worldwide alumni with each other and with APCO—launched to nurture the firm’s global alumni community....
North Carolina Office of the Governor Director of Legislative Affairs L.T. McCrimmon Will Join APCO
November 18, 2022
L.T. McCrimmon, a government affairs veteran with extensive experience on state and federal levels, will join APCO as senior director and head of the Government Affairs practice for APCO South....
APCO Worldwide Research Reveals Sharp U.S. Partisan Divide on Corporate Advocacy & Role of Companies
November 16, 2022
There is strong bipartisan support in the United States for actions by companies that champion and protect the U.S. economy and competitiveness, but a sharp partisan divide exists on whether it is appropriate for companies to take a stand on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues....
Renowned Public Affairs Executive Ami Copeland Joins APCO Worldwide as Head of Public Affairs in D.C.
October 27, 2022
APCO Worldwide welcomes Ami Copeland—a leading strategist and public affairs executive with 20 years of experience working at the intersection of policy, politics and global affairs in both domestic and foreign markets—as the new head of public affairs in Washington, D.C....
Aloïs Nuffer Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Director in Charge of the Corporate Practice in Paris
October 25, 2022
The Paris office of APCO Worldwide, an international strategic communications, crisis communications and public affairs consultancy, has announced the strengthening of its team with the arrival of Aloïs Nuffer as senior director....
Trilligent, Virtual Boutique Agency Designed for Changemakers, to Launch in the Metaverse
October 17, 2022
Trilligent—a virtual boutique agency engineered to help fast-moving disruptors and changemakers within large companies operate, grow, lead and bring new ideas to market—will unveil its metaverse presence this week....
APCO’s ‘Trademarks’ Study: Health Care, Manufacturing, Technology Trade Associations Delivering Results
October 12, 2022
The eighth edition of APCO’s TradeMarks study reveals the landscape in which trade associations are operating....
APCO Strengthens UK Public Affairs Team with New Head and Senior Political Comms Advisor
September 22, 2022
APCO Worldwide has appointed James Nason, a public affairs specialist with more than two decades’ experience in government relations and public affairs strategy, as the firm’s head of public affairs for the UK....
APCO Worldwide Moves to New Abu Dhabi Office in Yas Creative Hub
September 21, 2022
APCO Worldwide, the global advisory and advocacy consultancy, has moved its Abu Dhabi office to Yas Creative Hub....
APCO Worldwide Expands Its Strategic Partnerships and Global Engagement Capabilities
September 20, 2022
At the onset of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, APCO Worldwide expands its Strategic Partnerships and Global Engagement practice....
APCO Worldwide Launches Strategic Partnership with Middle East and Africa Compliance Association
September 14, 2022
APCO Worldwide and the Middle East and Africa Compliance Association (MEACA) launched a strategic partnership to help elevate the dialogue around ethics and compliance across the Middle East and Africa....
New Research From APCO-GCC Board Directors Institute Pinpoints Trends Defining ESG in Gulf Region
September 12, 2022
APCO Worldwide and GCC Board Directors Institute (GCC BDI) released the results of a joint study seeking to better understand where companies in the Gulf region are on their ESG journey....
APCO Worldwide Adds Award-Winning Investigative Journalist Tom Harper to London Team
July 19, 2022
Tom Harper, an award-winning investigative journalist and specialist in strategic communication, crisis, international relations and public affairs, has joined APCO Worldwide as a director in the firm’s London office....
APCO Worldwide Launches Partnership with Premier Global Philanthropic Community “Nexus”
July 5, 2022
In its latest move to strengthen its philanthropic practice, APCO Worldwide has partnered with NEXUS, the largest network of next-generation philanthropists from around the world....
Transportation Veteran J. Todd Inman Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Director in Washington, D.C.
June 29, 2022
J. Todd Inman, former chief of staff to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and recent secretary of management for the State of Florida, has joined APCO Worldwide....
Frederic Sicre Strengthens APCO Worldwide’s Global Strategic Capabilities and Insights
June 27, 2022
Frederic Sicre, former managing director and executive board member of the World Economic Forum (WEF), joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC) as a senior advisor....
APCO Worldwide Launches Strategic Partnership with VeKommunicate in India
June 13, 2022
APCO Worldwide has initiated a strategic partnership with Gurugram-based VeKommunicate, which provides advocacy and communications support to organisations and associations....
Corporate Reputation and DE&I Expert Seleana Wright Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Director in D.C.
June 7, 2022
Seleana Wright, an award-winning strategic communications expert with two decades of experience strengthening corporate reputation and helping companies define DE&I commitments and strategies, joined APCO Worldwide....
Brand Reputation & Media Strategy Veteran Sharron Silvers Joins APCO Worldwide in New York
May 31, 2022
Sharron Silvers, an experienced corporate brand reputation and media strategy expert with more than two decades of experience providing strategic counsel for clients across industries and sectors, has joined APCO Worldwide as senior director....
APCO Worldwide Promotes Isabel Kassabian as Managing Director in Germany
May 16, 2022
APCO Worldwide named Isabel Kassabian as the company's managing director in Germany. Kassabian previously headed APCO's Frankfurt office and served as deputy managing director for the past eight years....
APCO Worldwide Global Health Care Chair James Tyrrell Moves to Singapore
May 13, 2022
James Tyrrell, global chair of APCO Worldwide’s Health practice, joins APCO’s Singapore-based regional leadership team, in a move that bolsters the strong existing team to strategically support the fast-growing and innovative health practice proposition across Asia...
APCO Worldwide Launches Institute for Regional Training
May 9, 2022
APCO Worldwide today launched the APCO Institute, a new educational resource for training and development programs designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of professional communicators and those interested in entering the profession....
Grassroots Veteran Nina Verghese Joins APCO Worldwide as Campaigns & Advocacy Practice Lead in Washington, D.C.
April 20, 2022
Nina Verghese—a communications veteran with more than a decade of experience in grassroots and grasstops campaign development, implementation and management—has joined APCO Worldwide as senior director and head of the Campaigns and Advocacy Practice....
APCO Worldwide Strengthens Asia Position with Double Leadership Change in Singapore
April 5, 2022
APCO Worldwide has made a double leadership change in Asia, as the advisory and advocacy communications consultancy prepares for its next phase of growth across the region, CEO Brad Staples announced today....
‘APCO Encore’ Launches to Enable Flexible Workforce Re-Entry and Career Development for Women
March 8, 2022
To help women caregivers re-enter the workforce on a flexible basis and continue to build their careers while meeting personal obligations, and in celebration of International Women’s Day, APCO Worldwide launched a new pilot program—APCO Encore....
Former NY State Commissioner of Health Howard Zucker, MD Joins APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council
February 23, 2022
Former New York State Commissioner of Health Howard Alan Zucker, M.D. joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC) as a senior counselor....
Health, Public Affairs Expert Mathew Shearman Joins APCO Worldwide as North America Health Practice Lead
February 10, 2022
Mathew Shearman joined APCO Worldwide as North America lead of its Health practice, APCO North America President Kelly Williamson announced today....
APCO Worldwide Names Sara Amadei and Matteo Martone as MD and Deputy MD of Italy Offices
February 7, 2022
Sara Amadei and Matteo Martone were promoted to serve as managing director and deputy managing director, respectively, of APCO Worldwide’s Italy offices....
Daniella Lebor & Tom Short Named Deputy Managing Directors of APCO Worldwide’s London Office
January 10, 2022
To help lead the continued growth of APCO Worldwide’s London office, Daniella Lebor and Tom Short have been named deputy managing directors....
New Study Reveals Link Between Climate Change Misinformation and COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories
October 27, 2021
Published ahead of COP26, a new report by Logically and APCO Worldwide found a worrying link between climate change misinformation and COVID-19 conspiracy theories....
APCO Worldwide Evolves U.S. West Coast Presence with Three Key Leadership Appointments
October 20, 2021
To better help clients along the U.S. West Coast and around the world navigate today’s uncertain and changing business, social and economic environments, grow their businesses, mitigate risk and build their reputation, APCO Worldwide named Emily Scherberth Barnes as managing director of APCO West....
APCO Worldwide’s ‘Trademarks’ Study Shows Trade Associations Delivering Despite COVID-19
October 19, 2021
Following a one-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, APCO’s TradeMarks study returns to reveal the landscape in which trade associations are operating and assess the impact associations are having with the policy work....
APCO Joins Forces with Frontier Design Group to Bring Best-in-Class Impact Measurement Strategies to Clients
October 18, 2021
APCO Worldwide has formed a preferred partnership with Frontier Design Group for Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning....
Benjamin F. Wilson, Environmental Justice Leader, Joins APCO Worldwide’s Board of Directors
October 14, 2021
Renowned environmental justice advocate and chairman of Beveridge & Diamond—the largest and first national environmental law firm in the United States—joined APCO Worldwide’s board of directors....
APCO Strengthens Geopolitical Advisory Offer, Boosts China, Supply Chains & National Security Expertise
October 12, 2021
APCO Worldwide is deepening its trailblazing Geo-Commerce team and establishing a new Global China Practice to further strengthen its ability to help clients navigate a host of mission-critical geopolitical issues....
Media Relations, Crisis Comms Expert Joanne Peters Denny Joins APCO Worldwide’s Health Care Practice in Raleigh
October 7, 2021
Joanne Peters Denny, a trusted advisor with nearly two decades of experience in media relations, message strategy, crisis and strategic communications planning, joined APCO Worldwide as a director....
Declan Kelleher Strengthens APCO Worldwide’s Advisory Capabilities in Europe
September 16, 2021
Former Irish Ambassador Declan Kelleher, who has extensive and deep experience of global issues, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior advisor....
APCO Names Pamela Passman as Chair of Corporate, New York Managing Director
September 14, 2021
APCO Worldwide today announced the appointment of Pamela Passman as chair of corporate and managing director of its New York office....
Ex-CNN Anchor John Defterios Joins APCO Worldwide, Boosting its Emerging Markets, Sustainability Expertise
July 7, 2021
John Defterios, former CNN Business emerging markets editor and anchor, joined APCO Worldwide as a senior advisor, bringing more than 35 years of experience covering top business developments with a special focus on trade, geopolitics and energy....
APCO Worldwide Italy MD Paolo Compostella Named Europe Region President
June 30, 2021
Paolo Compostella, managing director of APCO Worldwide’s Italy offices and 15-year veteran at the firm, was named president, Europe. New Chief Innovation Officer, Europe COO and Managing Director, London Also Named....
Prominent Trade Policy Expert Deborah Elms Strengthens APCO Worldwide’s Advisory Capabilities in Asia
June 28, 2021
Dr. Deborah Elms, a leading expert in Asia trade policy and supply chain, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC)....
APCO Worldwide’s Kelly Stepno Named Managing Director To Lead North America Midwest Regional Hub
June 23, 2021
Kelly Stepno, North America crisis practice lead, was named managing director and appointed to lead APCO Worldwide’s North America Midwest team....
Trade and China Expert Richard Burn Returns to APCO Worldwide a Senior Advisor
June 17, 2021
"With more than 30 years of experience, Richard has extensive experience navigating complex global trade, regulatory and investment challenges."...
Former FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly Deepens APCO’s Advisory and Advocacy Expertise in Tech and Telecom
June 16, 2021
The Honorable Michael O’Rielly, former commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission, has joined APCO Worldwide as a member of its International Advisory Council (IAC)....
APCO Worldwide Launches ‘.Pomelo’—a Full-Service Creative Practice In MENA
May 5, 2021
APCO has launched “.Pomelo,” a new full service creative practice in the MENA region, as it continues to invest and bolster its market-leading advisory and advocacy capabilities....
Heather McGeory Tapped to Lead Climate & Sustainability Work for APCO Impact
April 29, 2021
Heather McGeory, an expert in climate change and sustainability issues with more than 20 years of experience working with businesses, investors, governments, non-profits and multilateral institutions, joined APCO as global lead, Climate and Sustainability.
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APCO Launches New Data-Driven Services, Building on Decades of Research Experience
April 27, 2021
Several new APCO services will better provide clients the audience-centered, data-first intelligence they need to identify and manage emerging issues and harness new opportunities....
Statement on the Jury Verdict in Derek Chauvin’s Trial
April 20, 2021
The verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial is a critical moment in the fight to deliver justice for George Floyd and his family....
Launch of ‘APCO Impact’ Deepens the Firm’s Integrated Approach to Tackling Critical Societal Challenges
April 19, 2021
APCO Worldwide launched APCO Impact, a global team supporting and accelerating its work on sustainability and social impact....
APCO Worldwide Partners With George Floyd Memorial Foundation to Ensure Longevity of its Impact and Legacy
April 13, 2021
The George Floyd Memorial Foundation has partnered with APCO Worldwide to help it achieve its goal of creating programs that accelerate solutions to equity and justice....
Veteran Trader John Lin Joins APCO, Strengthening its Innovation, Tech, Financial Offerings in Asia
April 5, 2021
John Lin, a Singapore-based veteran trader and entrepreneur with a proven track record of growth and innovation in FinTech and trading, joins more than 100 recognized global leaders as a member of APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide Partners With Leading Technology Provider BeST to Strengthen Crisis Training Offering
March 10, 2021
In an effort to help clients better prepare for and manage a crisis, APCO Worldwide launched a partnership with Be Strategic Solutions (BeST), a leading web-based simulation software provider based in Tel Aviv, Israel, to help drive emPOWER—a unique, interactive digital crisis simulation tool that combines virtual crisis role-playing game with advanced analytics and expert analysis, allowing executives to better understand how their organizations will respond during a crisis....
Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman Named Chair of APCO International Advisory Council
February 16, 2021
Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman expanded his role at APCO Worldwide, taking the helm as the first chair of APCO’s International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide Launches Strategic Partnership with Water-Climate Intelligence Pioneer Vector Center
January 27, 2021
APCO Worldwide launched a strategic partnership with Vector Center—a pioneer in AI-powered, real-time environmental intelligence—to help clients better anticipate, mitigate and communicate around environmental and water impacts....
Public Affairs Veteran, DE&I Leader Licy Do Canto Joins APCO Worldwide as Washington Managing Director
January 25, 2021
Licy Do Canto, a values-driven leader with more than 25 years of experience across nonprofit, philanthropic, corporate and government sectors, joined APCO Worldwide as managing director of APCO’s Washington, D.C., office....
APCO Takes Next Step to Deepen its Social Impact, Sustainability Capabilities by Acquiring Global Philanthropy Group (GPG)
January 14, 2021
APCO Worldwide continued to grow its philanthropy and corporate purpose capabilities today, acquiring the Global Philanthropy Group, a consulting firm specializing in helping individuals, foundations and corporations design and implement philanthropic strategies and programs....
APCO Worldwide Amplifies Post-Election Advocacy, Campaign Capabilities, Expands Roster of Experts
December 22, 2020
In response to the growing complexity of today’s global political landscape, particularly following the historic U.S. elections, APCO Worldwide acquired two leading advisory and advocacy firms, Evan Kraus, global president and managing director of APCO’s Washington, D.C., office, announced today....
APCO Worldwide Launches Global Tech Issues Intelligence Offer Addressing Acceleration of Digital Transformation
December 18, 2020
APCO Worldwide is investing behind and launching a global Tech Issues Intelligence offer, to be led by former Oracle head of global communications, Bob Winslow....
APCO Worldwide Reinforces MENA Leadership Team with Two Key Appointments in Dubai and Riyadh
December 7, 2020
APCO Worldwide reinforced its leadership team in the MENA region with the appointment of two senior leaders to new roles, Brad Staples, chief executive officer of APCO Worldwide, announced today....
Jean Bizet, Former Chairman of the Senate’s European Affairs Committee, Joins APCO Worldwide
November 26, 2020
Jean Bizet, a former French senator and chairman of the European Affairs Committee, has joined APCO Worldwide as special advisor to its Paris office....
APCO Worldwide Acquires TWC Associates, UK Business Strategy Consultancy with Strong International Ties
November 11, 2020
APCO Worldwide is acquiring international business strategy consultancy TWC Associates. TWC Chairman Lord Stuart Polak and Greg Weingarten join forces with APCO, bringing their specialised expertise advising business in high-tech sectors and those entering complex international markets....
APCO Strengthens Asia Social Impact Offering with Addition of Dr Maria Nindita Radyati, Ph.D.
October 27, 2020
Dr Maria Nindita Radyati, Ph.D., a sustainability and corporate social responsibility expert with more than 30 years of experience, has joined APCO Worldwide's International Advisory Council....
Comms Industry Leader Charlene Wheeless Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Advisor for Equity and Justice
October 14, 2020
Charlene Wheeless, an award-winning communications executive with decades of experience in the industry, has expanded her role at APCO Worldwide to become the company’s senior advisor for equity and justice....
APCO Worldwide Builds on Surge in Client Demand, Launches Regional Hubs for Growth and Innovation
September 21, 2020
APCO Worldwide is launching Regional Growth and Innovation Hubs across the United States to focus on bringing the best to our clients in this rapidly changing world....
APCO Worldwide Commits to “Day On” for U.S. Election Days, Joins “Time to Vote” Initiative
September 10, 2020
APCO Worldwide commits to nonpartisan actions throughout the election season and turning Nov. 3 into a “Day On” for employees to not only cast their ballots, but continue to advocate for progress beyond Election Day....
Auburn University Public Affairs Pro Brian Keeter Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Director
September 8, 2020
Brian Keeter, a communications strategist with more than two decades of experience developing and managing successful public affairs and public relations campaign, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director in the firm's Office of the Executive Chairman....
Technology Policy Expert Maud Sacquet Joins APCO Worldwide as Director in Brussels
September 7, 2020
Maud Sacquet, a technology policy expert with extensive experience on a wide range of information and communications technology issues, joined APCO Worldwide in Brussels as a director in the technology practice...
Former Healthcare Executive Andy Davidson Joins APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council
August 25, 2020
Andy Davidson, founder of strategy consultancy Hummingbird Hill Advisors and long-time President and CEO of the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems, joined APCO Worldwide’s Health Advisory Board (HAB), a subgroup of its International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide President Evan Kraus to Serve as Interim Vice Chair of the PR Council
August 18, 2020
The PR Council, the only association dedicated to agencies with public relations offerings, has named APCO Worldwide President and Managing Director of Operations Evan Kraus as an interim vice chair....
Communications Industry Leader Charlene Wheeless Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Counselor
August 17, 2020
Charlene Wheeless, current chair of Arthur W. Page Society and former principal vice president of global corporate affairs for Bechtel Corporation, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council as a senior counselor....
APCO Worldwide Launches Critical Event Management Solution Partnership with Everbridge
July 29, 2020
APCO Worldwide entered into a critical event management (CEM) brand reputation and crisis management partnership with global CEM leader Everbridge....
APCO Worldwide MENA Creative Practice Takes Full Flight With Appointment of Mohammad Kamal as New Lead
July 6, 2020
APCO Worldwide appointed today Mohammad Kamal as a regional creative practice lead which will elevate its multimedia content capabilities to offer clients a full suite of 360 creative services....
APCO Expands International Advisory Council to Strengthen Growing Healthcare Offering in Asia
June 30, 2020
Dr. Chew Suok Kai and Fredrik Nyberg, health experts with more than 60 years of experience between them, join more than 100 recognised global leaders as part of APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council...
APCO Worldwide Expands Legal, Privacy, Tech Policy Expertise with Three New Senior Counselors
June 22, 2020
Legal, privacy and tech policy experts Stuart Brotman, Pamela Passman and Matthew Perault joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council....
It Is Past Time For Meaningful Change
June 4, 2020
It is long past time to take meaningful action to root out systemic racism and injustice in America. We must do better. We will do better....
APCO Worldwide Expands Advocacy Campaign Capabilities Through Bipartisan Senior Additions
May 26, 2020
Veteran political strategist, former senior government official and transportation expert, Brandon Neal, and technology, cybersecurity and government affairs expert Preston Grisham have joined APCO Worldwide’s Campaigns & Advocacy team....
New Research from APCO Worldwide Shows Confidence Among Saudis in the Kingdom’s Ability to Bounce Back from COVID-19
April 7, 2020
More than 4 in 5 (81%) of Saudi Arabian citizens are confident that the Kingdom will recover from the global COVID-19 pandemic more quickly than other countries in the region, according to new research from APCO Worldwide....
APCO Worldwide Launches Strategic Partnership with Erie Street, Taps Graunke as Lead Board Director
February 25, 2020
APCO Worldwide and Erie Street have launched a strategic partnership to support continued expansion of APCO’s strategic advisory offering and geographical footprint....
APCO Worldwide’s Raleigh Office Adds Brendan Ward as Creative Director
February 11, 2020
Brendan Ward, a creative strategist with 15 years of experience helping organizations refine their vision, has joined APCO Worldwide in Raleigh as creative director....
APCO Worldwide Acquires The Tembo Group Bolstering Its Social Impact Capabilities
January 13, 2020
APCO Worldwide strengthened its social impact expertise, and corporate advisory and management consulting capabilities through the acquisition of The Tembo Group, a leading social impact advisory firm....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters Health Expertise With Addition of Karen Hagens as Senior Director
November 19, 2019
Karen Hagens, a strategic client advisor with more than 15 years of healthcare leadership experience, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director in Raleigh....
Three Health Policy, Government Affairs Experts Join APCO Worldwide as Senior Counselors
November 5, 2019
Lance Leggitt, Jim Manley and Peter Urbanowicz, veteran strategic advisors with nearly 80 years of combined public and private sector experience in health policy and government affairs, have joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council....
Former President of IKEA U.S. Lars Petersson Joins APCO Worldwide as Senior Counselor
October 31, 2019
Lars Petersson, former president of IKEA U.S., has joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council as a senior counselor....
Courtney Crowder Joins APCO Worldwide as Raleigh Managing Director
October 23, 2019
Courtney Crowder, a leading public affairs, government relations and political strategy expert, will join APCO Worldwide to lead its Raleigh office and southeast outreach as managing director, effective November 1,...
APCO Worldwide Founder, Executive Chairman Margery Kraus’ Memoir Now Available
October 22, 2019
Roots and Wings: Ten Lessons of Motherhood That Helped Me Create and Run a Company, a memoir by Margery Kraus, founder and executive chairman of APCO Worldwide, is now available....
Former Congresswoman, Google Vice President Susan Molinari Joins APCO Worldwide’s IAC
October 16, 2019
Susan Molinari, former New York City Congresswoman and vice president of public policy for the Americas at Google, has joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council....
Former UK Conservative Party Chief of Staff Zoe Thorogood Returns to APCO Worldwide
October 10, 2019
Zoe Thorogood, a UK strategic communications and crisis management expert with more than 17 years of experience is returning to APCO Worldwide....
Jeff Astle Joins APCO Worldwide as Shanghai Managing Director
October 9, 2019
Jeff Astle a leading international business strategy and market development expert with nearly two decades of experience in the Asia-Pacific region, joined APCO Worldwide as managing director, Shanghai....
APCO Worldwide’s Trademarks Study Reveals Urgency for Trade Associations Facing Divided Government
October 8, 2019
APCO's 2019 TradeMarks study shows that, despite facing an uncertain policy landscape, trade associations remain as highly-regarded policy advocates and are performing at the highest level measured in terms of public policy effectiveness for their members....
APCO Worldwide Launches PR & Digital Offering ignite for Emerging Entrepreneurs, Startups, SMEs in Dubai
October 2, 2019
APCO Worldwide has launched ignite, a scalable, dedicated integrated communications offering for startups, entrepreneurs and SMEs in Dubai....
APCO Worldwide Solidifies its Public Affairs and Healthcare Offering with Key Asia Leadership Hire
June 19, 2019
APCO Worldwide strengthened its expertise in public affairs and healthcare through the addition of JJ Lee, who joins a growing leadership team in Singapore to help oversee Southeast Asia and Korea markets as senior director....
APCO Worldwide Expands MENA Presence With Bahrain Office
May 12, 2019
APCO Worldwide expanded its presence in the MENA region with the opening of a new office in Manama, Bahrain....
APCO Worldwide Strengthens Health Expertise With Addition of HHS’ Jack Kalavritinos
May 3, 2019
Jack Kalavritinos, a public affairs and health communications expert with more than 25 years of experience, joins APCO Worldwide as a senior director on May 28th....
APCO Worldwide Revamps its North America Leadership Team
April 25, 2019
APCO Worldwide announced changes to its North American leadership team, with company veterans Tina-Marie Adams and Matthew Gallagher appointed to the new roles of North America head of growth initiatives and managing director, Chicago, respectively....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters its UK Team
April 11, 2019
Public affairs and strategic communications experts Burhan Al-Gailani, Amy Selman and Maram Alkadhi have joined APCO Worldwide in London....
APCO Worldwide Expands its European Presence to Milan
April 8, 2019
APCO Worldwide has expanded its award-winning operations in Italy by opening an office in Milan....
APCO Worldwide Appoints 10-Year Company Veteran, Theo Moore, to Lead Brussels Office
April 3, 2019
Theo Moore, a leading corporate and issues-based communications expert, was appointed managing director of APCO Worldwide’s Brussels office today....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters its West Coast Public Affairs and Advocacy Expertise
February 26, 2019
Katherine Mackinnon, a prominent strategic communications and advocacy expert, today joined APCO Worldwide. She has more than a decade of local government and public affairs experience and will serve as a director based in the firm’s Seattle office....
APCO Boosts Corporate Communications and Media Expertise
December 19, 2018
Suzanne Lyons, a prominent corporate communications and media relations expert, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director....
Data Analytics and Paid Targeting Expert Joins APCO
December 18, 2018
Mac Struthers, an omni-channel advertising and data strategy expert with fifteen years of experience in marketing analytics and paid targeting, has joined APCO Worldwide....
APCO Announces Revamped Leadership Team in India
December 17, 2018
APCO Worldwide has announced a revamped leadership team in India. Rahul Sharma, a prominent media, policy, corporate communications and public affairs expert, has been appointed managing director....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters its European Expertise
December 12, 2018
Karl Falkenberg, a prominent European Commission veteran, and Yves Bertoncini, a renowned European affairs expert, have joined APCO Worldwide as senior counselors in Brussels....
New Research Shows Corporate Executives Ill-Prepared for Future
December 4, 2018
Only 4 in 10 (39%) Fortune 1000 executives feel that their company is very prepared to manage the risk and disruption posed by challenges on issues ranging from the rise of unexpected competitors to political uncertainty, according to new research from APCO Worldwide....
APCO Worldwide Names New Leaders to Help Companies Build Agility
November 27, 2018
APCO Worldwide named three new regional leads in areas critical to organizational agility. Senior directors Alexandra Lazorchak, Kelly Stepno and Matthew Gallagher will lead the firm’s North America Health, Crisis and Energy practices respectively....
APCO Worldwide’s Kelly Williamson to Lead North America Region
October 22, 2018
Kelly Williamson, a recognized corporate reputation and issues management expert, has been named APCO Worldwide’s President, North America....
Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global Adds APCO Worldwide’s Mara Hedgecoth to its Board
October 9, 2018
Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global™ announced today that distinguished corporate communicator Mara Hedgecoth, senior director, Global Marketing and Communication at APCO Worldwide, joined the organization’s board of directors....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters its Global Digital Capabilities
September 27, 2018
APCO Worldwide announced today that the firm is bolstering its global digital capabilities by adding strategists in three key European markets....
APCO Appoints Arnaud Pochebonne to Lead Paris Office
September 18, 2018
Arnaud Pochebonne, an award-winning strategic consultant and communications expert, has been appointed managing director of APCO Worldwide’s Paris office...
APCO Worldwide’s TradeMarks Study Shows Tech and Health Care Sectors Primed to Set Agenda in Next Congress
September 11, 2018
A survey of policy leaders in Washington by APCO Worldwide shows that technology and health care associations are best positioned to drive their agendas in the next Congress....
APCO Expands Crisis Practice, Names Eliot Hoff as Global Lead
August 20, 2018
APCO has appointed Eliot Hoff, a recognized crisis communication and preparedness expert, as global practice leader of APCO’s Crisis and Litigation Communication Practice...
APCO Appoints Marc Johnson to Lead New York Office
August 13, 2018
Marc Johnson, a renowned digital and corporate communications expert, has been appointed managing director of APCO Worldwide’s New York office....
Despite Increased Focus on Sexual Harassment, Colleges and Universities Say Title IX Is Still Working
July 23, 2018
Forty-six years after Title IX became law on June 23, 1972, college and university general counsels and communications officers are satisfied that their current practices for adjudicating sexual abuse and harassment charges under federal Title IX guidelines are appropriate....
APCO Worldwide Unveils AI-Powered Comms Lab
July 10, 2018
APCO Worldwide announces the launch of its “APCO AI Comms Lab,” a first-of-its-kind innovation center which utilizes artificial intelligence-driven solutions to build and protect the reputations of major global brands, governments and organizations. ...
Health Strategy Expert Alexandra Lazorchak Rejoins APCO
June 13, 2018
Alexandra Lazorchak, a health strategy expert with more than a decade of experience in strategic communications and management consulting, has rejoined APCO Worldwide....
Bill Dalbec Named Managing Director of APCO Insight
May 22, 2018
Bill Dalbec, an opinion and communication research expert with more than a decade of experience at APCO Worldwide, has been named managing director of APCO Insight, the firm’s in-house research consultancy...
APCO Adds Award-Winning Journalist, Foreign Affairs Expert
May 14, 2018
Jay Solomon, an award-winning journalist and former chief foreign correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director....
APCO Bolsters its Policy & Corporate Transformation Expertise With New Hire
May 10, 2018
Prashanth Rajan, a public affairs, policy and crisis communications expert, and a former foreign service officer at the U.S. State Department, has joined APCO Worldwide as a director in the firm’s public affairs practice....
APCO Expands MENA Presence to Saudi Arabia
May 9, 2018
APCO Worldwide is expanding its strong presence in MENA, with offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, by opening an office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia....
APCO Adds Corporate Branding and Marketing Expert
May 7, 2018
Katherine Wawner, a brand strategy and marketing expert, has rejoined APCO Worldwide as a director in the firm's Washington office....
APCO Bolsters its Southeast Asia Presence With New Managing Director
May 3, 2018
James Yi, a communications expert with over 20 years of experience globally and 13 of those years leading agencies across Asia, has joined APCO Worldwide as managing director of the firm’s Southeast Asia operations....
APCO Adds Health Expert Nancy Turett
April 10, 2018
Nancy Turett, a global leader in health communications, has joined APCO Worldwide as an executive director working in APCO’s New York office...
APCO Adds Former UK Foreign Secretary Media Lead to Global Solutions Team
March 26, 2018
Simon McGee, former press secretary for UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson, has joined APCO Worldwide....
APCO Bolsters its West Coast Presence With New Managing Director
January 16, 2018
Tim Smith, a corporate communications and public affairs expert, has joined APCO Worldwide as managing director of the firm’s Seattle office....
APCO Bolsters its Advocacy and Public Affairs Expertise in Washington With New Hire
January 10, 2018
Dan Meyers, a public affairs expert and former Republican political operative and White House official, has joined APCO Worldwide as senior director and head of advocacy in the firm’s public affairs practice....
New APCO Hire to Help Clients Face Global Challenges
December 19, 2017
Frank Lowenstein, former special envoy for Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations, senior advisor to Secretary of State John Kerry and Staff Director for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has joined APCO Worldwide as the head of the firm’s growing Global Solutions Practice....
APCO to Help Corporations Adapt to Historic Disruption With New Hire
December 6, 2017
Jason Meyer, a digital communications and brand strategy expert, has rejoined APCO Worldwide....
Harlan Teller Joins APCO Worldwide
November 14, 2017
Harlan Teller, a corporate communications expert with more than 45 years of industry experience, joins APCO Worldwide as an executive director....
APCO Worldwide’s First TradeMarks Study in the Trump Era Discloses how Associations are Successfully Influencing Washington
October 30, 2017
APCO Worldwide has released the fourth iteration of its annual TradeMarks Study measuring the influence and efficacy of advocacy associations in Washington....
APCO Announces Partnership with University of Florida to Grow Next Generation of Communicators
September 7, 2017
APCO Worldwide has formed a partnership with the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications....
APCO Worldwide Hosts Listening Session Featuring Global Chief Executives from Four Major Communications Agencies
August 17, 2017
At the 2017 ColorComm C2 Conference for women of color in communications, APCO worldwide brought together four global CEOs and COO’s to listen and learn....
APCO Partners with Graça Machel Trust to Launch First-Ever Women Advancing Africa Forum
August 10, 2017
APCO Worldwide helped launch the first-ever Women Advancing Africa Forum today, announced founder and executive chairman, Margery Kraus....
APCO Expands its Global Crisis Management and Litigation Communications Offer
July 26, 2017
Robert Ardelt has been appointed as the co-leader of APCO Worldwide’s global crisis management and litigation communications practice....
APCO Worldwide Announces Expanded Parental Leave Policy
July 24, 2017
APCO Worldwide has expanded its North America paid parental leave policy to three months....
APCO Worldwide Names New Members to Board of Directors
July 20, 2017
APCO Worldwide has as added two new members to its board of directors....
APCO Worldwide Adds Dynamic New Members to Global Leadership Team
July 13, 2017
APCO Worldwide is adding four new members to their Global Leadership Team (GLT) who will help direct future growth for the firm....
APCO Worldwide Renews Commitment to Independence, Building a Firm for the Future
July 12, 2017
APCO Worldwide has reaffirmed its commitment to independence and innovation through the acquisition of new capital....
APCO Bolsters its Health Care, Pharmaceutical and Biotech Expertise
May 16, 2017
Jen Young, a health care, pharmaceutical and biotech expert with more than 20 years of industry and integrated communications experience, has joined APCO Worldwide, announced Lisa Osborne Ross....
APCO Expands its EU Competition Practice
May 12, 2017
Pablo Asbo, an EU competition expert with more than 15 years of experience, joins APCO Worldwide, announced Claire Boussagol....
APCO Expands its International Trade and Commerce Expertise
May 8, 2017
Jordan Valdés, a former senior vice president at Podesta Group, a former senior advisor at the U.S. Small Business Administration, and an international trade and commerce expert with over a decade of experience, has joined APCO Worldwide, announced Lisa Osborne Ross....
APCO Expands Its Global Risk and National Security Expertise
April 18, 2017
Dr. Gregory F. Treverton, the former chairman of the National Intelligence Council, and an intelligence and global risk expert with over 30 years of public and private sector experience, has joined APCO’s International Advisory Council....
Former Vice President of Public Relations at Kaman Corp. Joins APCO’s IAC
January 30, 2017
J. Kenneth Nasshan, former vice president, public relations for Kaman Corp., with more than 25 years of experience in the communications industry, joined APCO’s International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide Bolsters Brussels Team
January 25, 2017
New Technology, Health Care Practice Leads & Deputy Managing Director Build on Strong Presence...
APCO Worldwide Opens New Office in Frankfurt
January 17, 2017
APCO Worldwide is expanding its strong operations in Germany by opening a new office in Frankfurt....
Prominent Corporate Social Responsibility Expert Rejoins APCO
January 11, 2017
Julie Jack, former senior vice president of MSLGroup’s New York Corporate Practice, with more than 20 years of experience in the communications industry, has rejoined APCO Worldwide ...
APCO Worldwide Announces Changes in European Leadership
January 9, 2017
Claire Boussagol, has been appointed chairman for the European region, and Nicolas Castex joins APCO as managing director of the firm’s offices in France....
Former Senior Director at Microsoft Joins APCO’s Growing Technology Practice
December 13, 2016
Kim Gagné, former senior director of industry affairs for Microsoft, joined APCO Worldwide as a senior advisor....
Prominent Crisis Communications Expert Joins APCO’s IAC
November 21, 2016
Jim Moorhead, former managing director of Burson-Marsteller’s U.S. Public Affairs and Crisis practice, joined APCO’s International Advisory Council....
Former U.S. Undersecretary of State Joins APCO’s IAC
November 17, 2016
Ambassador Paula Dobriansky, the former U.S. Undersecretary of State for Global Affairs, joins APCO's IAC...
APCO Worldwide to Drive Energy Innovation Future as Chief Organizing Partner for USA Pavilion at Expo 2017
November 16, 2016
APCO Worldwide has been selected as the chief organizing partner for the U.S. Pavilion at EXPO 2017....
Chief Corporate Communicator Survey Reveals Disparity Between CEO Access, Having Say on Key Business Matters
November 9, 2016
A survey of chief corporate communicators found that while the top communicators are getting time with the CEO, they usually don’t feel heard. ...
Former Ambassador of Liechtenstein to the U.S. Joins APCO’s IAC
October 12, 2016
Claudia Fritsche, one of the longest serving female diplomats in Washington and former Resident Ambassador of Liechtenstein to the United States, joined APCO’s International Advisory Council....
APCO Appoints James Robinson to Lead Shanghai Office
September 22, 2016
James Robinson, an expert in international communications, public affairs and sustainability, has been appointed as managing director of APCO Worldwide’s Shanghai office...
APCO Trademarks Study Shows how Associations are Successfully Influencing Washington Today
September 20, 2016
APCO's third annual TradeMarks Study measures the influence and efficacy of advocacy associations in Washington....
APCO Worldwide Adds Prominent U.S. Elections Expert to its Roster of Analysts for the 2016 Election
September 19, 2016
Dr. James Thurber, distinguished professor of government and founder and director of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University, joined APCO Worldwide's International Advisory Council (IAC)...
Prominent Advertising and Consumer Protection Expert Joins APCO’S IAC
September 12, 2016
Elaine Kolish, former vice president and director, Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative, of the Council of Better Business Bureaus (BBB), joined APCO’s International Advisory Council (IAC)...
Poll: UK Travelers Vote Leave, May Choose to Remain for Holidays
September 8, 2016
With the precise timing and form of the UK’s exit from the European Union still to be determined, a new poll highlights the potential opportunities for both domestic tourism and destinations outside of the EU....
Poll: Risks to UK Science Funding a Major Post-Brexit Fear
September 7, 2016
With the precise timing and form of the UK’s exit from the European Union still to be determined, a new poll highlights the importance the British public place on maintaining funding for science and research....
Travel and Hospitality Industry Expert and Founder of Time & Place Rejoins APCO
September 7, 2016
Mitch Willey, founder of Time & Place, and noted travel and hospitality industry expert, has rejoined APCO as a member of its International Advisory Council....
James Tyrrell Joins APCO Worldwide as Chair of UK Health Care Practice
September 6, 2016
James Tyrrell, former co-founder and deputy managing director of Insight Consulting Group (ICG), joins APCO Worldwide as director and chair of the firm’s UK health care practice....
Brexit Poll: Fears Over Long-term Economic Impact Drive Uncertainty
August 30, 2016
With the precise timing and form of the UK’s exit from the European Union still to be determined, a new poll highlights the complex environment facing corporate communicators. While results show considerable pessimism about the personal economic impact of realizing Brexit, there is also a clear need for companies to highlight their ongoing commitment to the UK....
Graça Machel Trust Announces New Initiative to Create a Powerful Movement of African Women Focused on Advancing Africa’s Future
August 16, 2016
Graça Machel Trust has selected APCO Worldwide, the largest women-owned communications firm in the world, to be the convening partner for the Women Advancing Africa initiative. Working closely with the Graça Machel Trust, APCO will leverage its global network and communications expertise to bring the initiative to life at the inaugural meeting. ...
Distinguished Global Health Care Expert Joins APCO Worldwide’s Health Advisory Board
August 1, 2016
Jeff Richardson, a longtime health care advocate and former vice president of the AbbVie Foundation, joins APCO Worldwide's International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide Names Kelly Stepno, Formerly at Booz Allen Hamilton, as Senior Director for Crisis Management and Litigation Communication
July 27, 2016
Kelly Stepno, formerly at Booz Allen Hamilton, joins APCO Worldwide as a senior director for crisis management and litigation communication....
Former Boeing Executive and Aerospace Expert Joins APCO’s IAC
June 27, 2016
Mary Foerster, former vice president of communications and marketing at Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and former vice president of communications and community relations at Boeing Defense and Space, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC)....
APCO Worldwide Names Dan Scandling, Former Congressional Chief of Staff and Communications Director, as Senior Director for Public Affairs
June 15, 2016
Dan Scandling, a longtime Capitol Hill chief of staff and communications director, and a former senior vice president of public affairs for Ogilvy Public Relations, joins APCO Worldwide as senior director for public affairs, announced Lisa Osborne Ross, Washington, D.C. managing director....
APCO Worldwide Adds Susannah Malarkey to Growing Tech Practice
April 27, 2016
Susannah Malarkey, former executive director of the Technology Alliance and longtime technology industry thought leader, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior advisor based in its Seattle office....
APCO Worldwide’s Tina-Marie Adams named to PR Weeks’ Hall of Femme Champions of PR
April 26, 2016
Tina-Marie Adams, managing director in APCO Worldwide’s Chicago office, was named to PR Weeks’ inaugural Hall of Femme Champions of PR list. The designation honors women who are leaders in shaping the PR industry. Adams was one of 45 honorees, three from Chicago, to be named to the first PR Weeks’ Hall of Femme Champions of PR....
Prominent European Diplomat Joins APCO Worldwide’s IAC
February 24, 2016
Frank Majoor, former permanent representative of the Netherlands to NATO and former permanent representative of the Netherlands to the United Nations, today joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC). An established diplomat, Majoor will guide APCO’s clients on international policy, security, economic and financial matters.
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Former Campaign Press Advisor to British Prime Minister David Cameron and Political Special Advisor to Sir Eric Pickles Joins APCO’s Public Affairs Practice
February 24, 2016
Zoe Thorogood, a UK public affairs and strategic communications expert with more than 14 years of experience in politics, journalism and communications has joined APCO Worldwide’s Washington, D.C., office as a director in the firm’s public affairs practice. Thorogood previously served as a campaign press advisor to British Prime Minister David Cameron during his successful 2015 re-election campaign...
APCO Worldwide Adds New Members to Health Care Policy Team and Health Advisory Board
January 27, 2016
Anita Manning, former USA TODAY medical reporter, and Cybele Bjorklund, former Democratic staff director of the House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee, joined APCO Worldwide’s Health Advisory Board (HAB), announced Margery Kraus, founder and executive chairman. Niko Stemple, former director of congressional outreach at PhRMA, also joins APCO as a director....
APCO Worldwide’s Katie Milgrom and Elizabeth Gray Named to PR News’ 2015 Rising Stars List
November 18, 2015
Katie Milgrom, associate director in APCO Worldwide’s Chicago office, and Elizabeth Gray, consultant in APCO’s New York office, were named to PR News’ 2015 Rising PR Stars 30 & Under list. The program honors emerging public relations practitioners who are leaders in shaping the PR industry. Milgrom and Gray are two out of 43 honorees to be named to the list....
Former 10-Year European Parliament Member Joins APCO’S IAC
October 30, 2015
Edit Herczog, former member of the European Parliament from Hungary with more than 30 years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs and government relations, today joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC), announced Margery Kraus, founder and executive chairman....
Corporate Communications Expert Joins APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council
September 17, 2015
Denise Hill, an assistant professor in Elon University’s School of Communications and the former vice president of communications at Delhaize America, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC) today....
APCO Launches Emergency Response Offering to Complement Leading Crisis Communications Capabilities
July 30, 2015
APCO Worldwide launched today its global emergency response offering, APCO ER, to better serve clients facing significant crisis events that require dedicated and immediate emergency response capabilities....
APCO Expands Raleigh Presence With New Staff and Foreign Policy Expert as New IAC Member
July 28, 2015
Dr. Bruce W. Jentleson, former foreign policy advisor to former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and professor of political science and public policy at Duke University, has joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC) as APCO’s office in Raleigh continues to expand, announced founder and executive chairman Margery Kraus....
International Trade and Development Expert Joins APCO’s IAC
July 23, 2015
Rami Sharaf, CEO of WorldBridge International Group and member of the board of governors for AmCham Cambodia, joined APCO's International Advisory Council....
APCO Worldwide’s TradeMarks Study Uncovers New Trends in Washington
July 22, 2015
Social media and media relations are now more important for trade and professional membership associations to be effective, according to latest TradeMarks study from APCO Worldwide....
Chicago-Based Associations Among Top-Ranked in APCO’s TradeMarks Study
July 22, 2015
Chicago-based American Hospital Association (AHA) and National Association of Realtors (NAR) were top-ranked on four key characteristics of trade association reputation and public policy effectiveness according to the latest TradeMarks study from APCO Worldwide....
Government Relations Expert in China Rejoins APCO
July 9, 2015
Benjamin Ou, former director of Chinese government affairs at United Technologies Corporation, rejoined APCO Worldwide today as senior counselor in China....
13 Year APCO Veteran Named Deputy Managing Director for APCO’s Berlin Office
June 30, 2015
Isabel Kassabian, an expert in German and European public affairs, was named deputy managing director for APCO Worldwide’s Berlin office....
APCO Releases Ground-Breaking Study of Chemical Industry’s Reputation Across United States and Europe
May 18, 2015
APCO Worldwide today released the findings of its first State of the Chemical Industry Study, utilizing the firm’s proprietary Return on Reputation (ROR) Indicator model to assess the key factors that make up the reputation of the chemical industry across the United States and in six European markets....
Experts in Diplomacy, Finance Join APCO’s International Advisory Council
April 14, 2015
Etienne Reuter, former European Commission official, and Nabil Ayad, founder and former director of the Diplomatic Academy in London, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC)....
Support For New Juncker Commission Structure: Brussels Policy Community Poll
December 18, 2014
Opinion among Brussels policy circles welcomes EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker’ s clustering of Commissioners into “project teams” headed by Vice Presidents, according to a survey released today by APCO Worldwide....
Former Senior Vice President of Global Health and Agriculture Policy at PepsiCo Joins APCO’s International Advisory Council
December 3, 2014
Derek Yach, executive director of the Vitality Institute and former senior vice president of global health and agriculture at PepsiCo, joined APCO Worldwide’s Health Advisory Board (HAB)....
APCO Worldwide Names Brad Staples as CEO; Margery Kraus Takes New Role as Executive Chairman
November 21, 2014
APCO Worldwide announced today that Brad Staples, president, international, was appointed CEO effective January 5, 2015. Margery Kraus, founder and CEO, will assume the role of executive chairman of the company. Evan Kraus will be the company’s president and managing director of operations, and Neal Cohen was named vice chairman of the board, and president, global client strategy, effective the same date....
European, International Affairs Expert Joins APCO Worldwide
October 21, 2014
Nicholas Whyte, former director of the Brussels office of Independent Diplomat, joined APCO Worldwide today as director and head of the services to government practice in APCO’s Brussels office....
Global Strategic Alliances Expert Joins APCO’s International Advisory Council
October 16, 2014
Larraine Segil, partner emeritus and former owner and director of Vantage Partners, a consulting firm with expertise in conflict resolution and relationship management, joined APCO Worldwide’s International Advisory Council (IAC)....
APCO Adds Experts in Strategic Health Partnerships, Public Health Policy to Health Advisory Board
October 9, 2014
Stig Albinus, leader of APCO Worldwide’s health care practice announced today the addition of two new senior advisors to APCO’s Health Advisory Board (HAB), part of APCO’s International Advisory Council (IAC), Jack Faris, former CEO of the Pacific Northwest Diabetes Research Institute and Lanhee Chen, Hoover Institution Fellow and former policy director of the 2012 Romney presidential campaign. ...
Former MEP Sir Graham Watson Joins APCO’s International Advisory Council
September 25, 2014
Sir Graham Watson, former member of the European Parliament (MEP) and former leader of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe (ALDE) Group in the European Parliament, joined APCO Worldwide today as a member of the firm’s International Advisory Council (IAC)....
New APCO Worldwide Chicago Managing Director Brings Deep Agency Leadership, Business Strategy Experience
August 12, 2014
Tina-Marie Adams, former Ketchum senior client director and Midwest regional director, joined APCO Worldwide as the firm’s new managing director for its Chicago office....
Former eBay Asia Pacific Executive Joins APCO Worldwide
July 9, 2014
Steven Liew, former associate general counsel and chief government relations officer for eBay Inc. Asia Pacific, joined APCO Worldwide today as executive director. Based in APCO’s Singapore office, Liew will counsel APCO’s clients on media relations, corporate communications, crisis management, competitive positioning and business strategy. ...
Former Journalist, NBC and CNBC Executive Joins APCO Worldwide
December 17, 2013
Kevin Goldman joined APCO Worldwide as a senior director for media relations. Based in APCO’s New York office, Goldman will counsel APCO’s clients on media relations, corporate communications, crisis management, competitive positioning and business strategy. ...
Award-Winning Corporate Communications Leader Joins APCO Worldwide
September 23, 2013
Nick Ashooh, who has led communications at five Fortune 500 companies during his 37-year career, joins APCO Worldwide as senior director, corporate and executive communication. Ashooh will be based in APCO's Washington office....
APCO Founder, CEO Margery Kraus Honored by Former Members of Congress for Civic Leadership
March 19, 2013
The U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC) present Margery Kraus, founder and chief executive officer of APCO Worldwide, with the Corporate Statesmanship Award for her dedication to service as a core value of her firm APCO Worldwide and her leadership in civic education through her decades of work with the Close Up Foundation. ...
China Daily USA, APCO Worldwide Examine Experiences Facing Chinese Enterprises Doing Business in United States
February 25, 2013
Nearly three-quarters of Chinese business leaders surveyed in the United States believe entering the U.S. market is challenging. ...
Former Florida Congressman Stearns Joins APCO’s International Advisory Council
January 4, 2013
Cliff Stearns, former 6th District of Florida congressman, joins APCO Worldwide as a senior advisor and member of the company's International Advisory Council (IAC), founder and CEO Margery Kraus announced today. ...
Major Consultancies Announce Partnership to Help Clients Advance Organizational Agility
Four major consultancies have announced a transformative joint offering born of a research-driven point of view that curious companies are more agile, and therefore better positioned for success....
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