Porter Novelli

Long Beach Water Issues Strategic Communication RFP The Long Beach Water Department (LBWD) invites Consultants to submit Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) for Public Affairs services for various on-call projects. The LBWD desires to enter into multiple on-call agreements to develop a comprehensive roster of available Consultants. Awarded Consultants will be assigned tasks for various projects at the sole discretion of the Long Beach Water Department. Some examples of specialized professional services that might be employed for Water Department projects include, but are not limited to, the following                 A. Graphic Design Services                 B. Marketing Campaigns                 C. Social Media... Read More >

    Conceived of in 1972 by founders Bill Novelli and Jack Porter, the public relations team at Porter Novelli is on a mission to open people’s eyes and minds - and put communications first. Bill Novelli and Jack Porter first worked together to boost the profile of the Peace Corps before launching their own firm. Through combining their classic marketing disciplines, dedication to making a positive social impact on the world and public relations communications expertise, Porter Novelli was born. The company’s first major client was the National Institutes of Health, on whose behalf they created the National High... Read More >

April emerges as an exciting month for the PR industry, as numerous communications companies release statements about business growth and brand development. Here’s some PR news. Visit Florida Partners with DKC Public Relations: The official state tourism marketing group "Visit Florida" recently announced their decision to partner with DKC PR. DKC will act as the group's domestic public relations agency of record, working closely with the "Visit Florida" brand to oversee an in-depth communication strategy, media and influencer relations, and creative campaign programming. The goal is to position Florida as the ultimate meeting and leisure destination. New Hires for French/West/Vaughan:... Read More >

A Bit About KLG Public Relations Headquartered in the Tribeca area of New York City, this new firm was only founded in 2016 and specializes in PR and marketing for wine and spirits.Kate Laufer Gorenstein formed the agency and brings 15 years’ experience in the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors where she won awards. They offer media relations, social media, non-conventional public relations efforts, integrated marketing, and help with influencers as areas of specialization. Some of their clients include Fernet-Branca, Hochstadters, Templeton Rye, Teeling Irish Whiskey, and Kerrygold Irish Cream. Their campaigns have been published in Brides, Huffington Post, Daily... Read More >

Bonita Springs, Florida has issued an RFP for a company to design a New City Website/Create a City App. Purpose: · Develop a highly beneficial, cost-effective, easy-to-use, interactive and architecturally sound and flexible website that supports the City’s needs · Create a standardized format and enhanced user experience for all pages, thereby establishing a unified theme but allowing some level of individuality and/or functionality between City functions and departments by creating multiple custom templates for departments to choose from · Create a website that allows multiple users in different departments to have responsibility in managing their information · Incorporate design... Read More >

BWR Loses Talent Leaders to Start Own Company Called Imprint PR Both Nicole Perna and Melissa, formerly of Baker Winokur Ryder (BWR) left their jobs in the talent section to start a PR firm – Imprint PR. Several clients have also left BWR in this move including Anna Faris, Mila Kunis, Gal Gadot, and Chloe Grace Moretz. Other publicists are also leaving the firm to join Imprint. BWR was founded over 33 years ago by Paul Baker, Larry Winokur, and Nanci Ryder. Though Ryder left after a diagnosis of ALS, the remaining two partners (Baker and Winokur) are expected to... Read More >

University of Iowa is seeking an agency to do Mobile Application Design and Development. The University of Iowa solicits proposals for development of a mobile application based on a mobile application concept that provides short and long term benefits to users as they capture and document pregnancy milestones and the developmental progress of their child as part of a research study for the Center for Disability and Development at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, in an efficient professional manner, complying with Federal Regulations and University procedures. The purpose of the Prototype is to get the App into the... Read More >

Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation has issued an RFP for Brand Creative Agency and Production Services. ITN Objectives: VISIT FLORIDA is seeking an agency to provide creative brand development and production services. The selected agency will design marketing strategies and campaigns for VISIT FLORIDA for the next 3 to 5 years. VISIT FLORIDA’s objectives include: Selecting an agency that will maximize consumer engagement with the VISIT FLORIDA brand; Selecting an agency that can effectively translate the VISIT FLORIDA brand through native advertising, social media, digital platforms, interactive digital platforms, video production, images, print, radio, direct marketing, television, and any other... Read More >

PR Industry Leader Al Golin Dead at 87 Back in the early days of McDonald's’ and Al Golin (1957), Mr. Golin pitched to Ray Kroc selling him on how much less expensive it was to get positive stories in the paper about his restaurants than to buy advertising. With that argument, Golin started bringing in $500 a month. Golin’s firm still represents the iconic chain, and others ones as well. When he spoke in conferences and with his people, Al Golin talked about earning trust with the public, giving back to causes, especially children’s causes, and finding joy in life. He... Read More >

Metro, a metropolitan service district of the State of Oregon and the Metro Charter seeks a communications and marketing firm, particularly focused on the Latino market. About Metro Clean air and clean water do not stop at city limits or county lines. Neither does the need for jobs, a thriving economy, and sustainable transportation and living choices for people and businesses in the region. Voters have asked Metro to help with the challenges and opportunities that affect the 25 cities and three counties in the Portland metropolitan area. Metro provides direct services to the region, operates regional venues and visitor... Read More >