Craig Robison, CEO of Earnscliffe Strategies, David Kaiser, managing director of K&P,
Janine Allen, President of K&P
Earnscliffe forms strategic alliance with Kaiser & Partners
Kaiser & Partners (K&P) has joined PR, GR, comms, and digital and opinion research firm Earnscliffe Strategies.
According to the release, the strategic alliance will broaden the offerings the combined firms can provide clients nationally while maintaining leadership and operations.
“This acquisition allows us to continue to meet the needs of our clients and opportunities in the marketplace,” says Craig Robinson, CEO, Earnscliffe Strategies. “In addition to broadening our services and capacity in public relations, it expands our footprint in Toronto and establishes a presence in Quebec. It also broadens our team and provides for additional opportunities to grow professionally.”
“Our success and growth to date has been driven by an unwavering commitment to putting people first and a relentless dedication to helping our clients find communications solutions to business challenges,” said Janine Allen, president, K&P.
K&P, formerly Kaiser Lachance, recently supported Canadian Premier insurers in its rebrand as Securian Canada.
Mike Mills joins AndSo as general manager
Creative consultancy AndSo has named Mike Mills (pictured right) its GM in “a fractional capacity.”
AndSo’s client roster has included the Canada Revenue Agency, University of Toronto and World Wildlife Fund.
Mills is a founding partner of the full-service creative shop Studio M, as well as the full-service production studio Unified Content. He is also a co-founder, along with Benjamin Leszcz, of hard spritzer brand Wilda, which recently launched its pitch for damp January.
Global indie comms group IPREX adds member from Canada
Canadian strategic comms and government relations agency, Global Public Affairs has joined IPREX, a global network of independent communications agencies with more than 1,100 staff and 110 offices worldwide.
Global Public Affairs has locations in Ottawa, Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and Victoria.
NKPR wants to entice Torontonians to visit New Brunswick
NKPR is working on a project basis with Explore New Brunswick, an organization which is part of the New Brunswick government’s Department of Tourism.
The PR shop will support Explore New Brunswick on a Toronto activation that will educate the local market about the unique aspects of the province to encourage tourism, while also promoting the second season of Maestro Chef Wes, a locally filmed TV series in New Brunswick that features Wes Williams and celebrity guests. Support includes media relations and event management for a free-to-the-public immersive experience taking place in March, and a red carpet event tied to the Maestro Chef Wes premiere.
NKPR has also been appointed the agency of record for Chambers Steakhouse and Supper Club, which will open to the public in February in Toronto’s Financial District.
Toronto’s Festival of Beer rebrands
Toronto’s Festival of Beer (TFOB) has rebranded in an attempt to honor the festival’s history, while signaling a new era for the event.
The rebrand includes a new logo, visual identity and enhanced festival experiences, all designed to create a more immersive and engaging atmosphere for attendees. The updated branding will be showcased across all platforms, including the festival’s website, social media and marketing materials.
“We’re embracing change and innovation, but our core mission remains the same – to celebrate the best in beer, food and music,” says Les Murray, president of the festival, which has been running for 28 years.
