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2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Sarah Stipicevic, Press Secretary, Peter G. Peterson Foundation
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAs Press Secretary at a prominent, non-partisan foundation, Sarah Stipicevic deftly operates at the intersection of media relations, policy development and reputation management. At the Peterson Foundation, Stipicevic is the day to day point person… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Matthew Windsor, Sr. Publicist, Animal Planet
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourMatt Windsor, senior publicist with Animal Planet's communications team, demonstrated superb skill, leadership and outstanding creativity with the planning and execution of the network’s first-ever Road to Puppy Bowl prior to Super Bowl XLIX in… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: APCO Worldwide
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAPCO provides its employees with a supportive environment that focuses on individual strengths, goals, and growth opportunities. Through a newly redesigned annual review process, employees receive valuable feedback to enhance their performance and to foster… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Astellas US Corporate Affairs
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourThe Astellas Americas Corporate Affairs team drives positive understanding of Astellas as a trusted and innovative leader and employer of choice. The Corporate Affairs team at Astellas is fortunate to have a direct line of… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Autodesk
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAutodesk has very strong benefits by technology industry standards. In the U.S., the most notable benefit is a 6 week paid sabbatical every continuous four years for every employee. It is a key retention tool.… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Best Buy
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourBest Buy believes in unleashing the power of its people, utilizing unique talents, diverse life experiences, beliefs and backgrounds to create incredible experiences for the customer. For Best Buy, the ongoing personal and professional development… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Boehringer Ingelheim
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAs their employees will tell you, Boehringer Ingelheim (BI) is a great place to work because it strives to create a healthy environment where meaningful work, diversity, and work-life balance are valued, resulting in more… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Borshoff
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourBorshoff encourages ongoing professional development at all levels. In 2014 alone, it hosted 35 professional development sessions for its employees. These not only improve client service, but also ensure that employees feel challenged to continually… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Cohn & Wolfe
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourCohn & Wolfe empowers and encourages employees to innovate by proving they are valued as an integral part of a world-class team. Goals are clear, challenging and designed to develop knowledgeable, imaginative leaders dedicated to… Continued