NEW YORK, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Global
communications consultancy Porter Novelli and Delsohn Strategies
Inc. are coming together to create a unique reputation offering for
global sports and entertainment brands. This announcement comes at
a time when corporations and teams alike are grappling with
transformation at a pace that has never before been seen. From the
Coronavirus pandemic to the ongoing racial justice movement in
the United States and beyond, the
combined force of Porter Novelli and Delsohn Strategies Inc. brings
more than 20 collective years of experience to clients who are
navigating today's environment and current crises in the
field.
"We are thrilled to formalize our partnership with Delsohn
Strategies Inc. which brings years of experience in helping sports
and entertainment clients navigate issues and master the art of
media relations," said Sean Smith,
global reputation practice leader at Porter Novelli. "While we've
worked together for years, this expanded relationship will provide
us with an opportunity to deliver a best-in-class reputation
offering for those clients who are looking to make a positive
impact and build a reputation that endures."
Delsohn Strategies president Steve Delsohn spent 16 years as an
investigative reporter for ESPN TV's Outside the Lines,
before establishing his leading sports and entertainment
consultancy which has worked with clients such as the West Coast
Conference, the Big3 and the Concussion Legacy Foundation, among
others. In 2013, Delsohn won a Peabody
award for a story on the concussion crisis in the
NFL. And in 2009, he earned an EMMY
nomination for a story on the Penn
State football program. He is also a published author
and documentary producer.
"It's a fluid and challenging time in the sports and
entertainment industry, and the organizations that communicate most
clearly and honestly will have the most positive impact," said
Steve Delsohn. "That's one of the many reasons that I'm honored to
partner with Porter Novelli, which has always struck me as a
communications consultancy with a conscience."
Porter Novelli's esteemed crisis counselors have collectively
worked to support various clients like the National Soccer League,
Nike and the Atlanta Hawks, among others. The team's award-winning
reputation practice continues to grow and expand as organizations
seek counsel on navigating today's rapidly changing world.
About Porter Novelli
Porter Novelli is a
global purpose communication consultancy born from the idea that
the art of communication can advance society. More than 45 years
ago, we opened our doors – and people's eyes and minds – for brands
driven to make a positive impact. Today, we believe that
organizations must find, live and tell their purpose in order to
thrive. Those companies will motivate action, secure loyalty and
encourage advocacy — all in service to a healthier bottom
line. Porter Novelli is a part of the Omnicom Public
Relations Group.
About Omnicom Public Relations Group
Omnicom Public
Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top
global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies
in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, global
health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses
more than 6,300 public relations professionals in more than 370
offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies,
government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of
industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients
through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of
innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public
Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division
of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) that includes more than 200
companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including
advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship
management, events, promotional marketing, branding and
research.
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