Villines to Oversee Firm’s Seattle and San Francisco Offices and To Lead Agency’s Global Technology Practice

MWW Names Bob Silver Director of Innovation and Thought Leadership

SEATTLE/SAN FRANCISCO - March 23, 2010 - MWW Group (www.mww.com), one of the nation’s top ten public relations firms, announced today that Eric Villines has been named senior vice president and general manager of its Northern-Pacific (NORPAC) operations, as well as practice leader for the agency’s global technology department. Since joining MWW Group in 2006, Villines has risen to hold senior management positions across the company’s Dallas and Seattle offices, most recently serving as co-general manager in Seattle.  In his new role, Villines will oversee business and management operations across the company’s Seattle and San Francisco offices and will lead efforts to further increase the company’s presence throughout the NORPAC region. 

“Eric is an exceptionally talented counselor who seamlessly blends creative energy, strategic thinking and a tremendous managerial skill set.  He’s played an integral role in driving the growth and success of a number of our firm’s offices and is the perfect candidate to serve as our general manager of NORPAC operations,” said Michael W. Kempner, president and CEO of MWW Group.

MWW also announced that Bob Silver, former general manager of the firm’s Seattle office, has been appointed to serve in the newly created position of director of innovation and thought leadership.  A six year employee of the firm, Silver will work with MWW senior management across the company’s ten offices to develop and implement programs that will enhance the company’s thought leadership platforms and the development and execution of innovative technology platforms.

“A deeply respected member of our senior management team since 2004, we’re calling upon Bob to spearhead the development of new business processes and innovation that will be invaluable to how we serve clients and continued growth for the agency,” said Kempner.

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation’s top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and “Aim High. Deliver” commitment to client service. For four years in a row, MWW Group was honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2008, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The American Business Awards and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News, in recognition of the firm’s growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG). 

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Brings Experience Leading Social Media Initiatives for World Class Technology, Retail and CPG Brands including HP, Visa, Proctor & Gamble and eBay

NEW YORK - January 20, 2010 - MWW Group (www.mww.com), one of the nation’s top ten public relations firms, announced today that Sav Banerjee has joined MWW Group as a senior digital strategist in the firm’s industry leading DialogueMedia practice. Banerjee brings more than six years of experience working in the digital marketing and social media space and his experience spans a number of sectors including technology, retail and consumer packaged goods. Banerjee has worked with such notable clients as HP, Visa, Proctor & Gamble, and eBay. In his new role at MWW Group, Banerjee will develop strategic social media campaigns for a number of MWW Group’s key clientele.

“Sav is a key addition to our DialogueMedia team and brings a range of expertise leading social media programs for some of the world’s largest and most respected brands.  His insight and expertise will be invaluable to clients spanning a number of sectors, from retail and technology to CPG and food and beverage,” said Michael W. Kempner, president and CEO of MWW Group.

Prior to joining MWW Group, Banerjee acted as social media engineer at Gannett Digital where he developed digital marketing strategies for such Fortune 500 companies as Unilever and Proctor & Gamble. Previously, Banerjee served as director of social strategy at Vercai Inc. where he led the development of Mintbox, the first interactive fashion platform connecting web to retail stores. Before joining Vercai, Banerjee managed client services and strategy at Agency.com where he launched social marketing applications for eBay, both in the US and Canada, and managed integrated campaigns with an emphasis on interactive web development.

As a senior member of MWW Group’s DialogueMedia division, Banerjee joins a team that is recognized throughout the public relations industry for its award-winning work. DialogueMedia works with MWW’s clients across all of the company’s core practice areas: corporate communications, consumer marketing, public and government affairs, healthcare, internal communications, cause and social marketing.

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation’s top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and “Aim High. Deliver” commitment to client service. For four years in a row, MWW Group was honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2008, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The American Business Awards and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News, in recognition of the firm’s growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG).

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King Is Re-Elected To Senior Leadership Role for the VICA, A Leading Business Organization in the San Fernando Valley

LOS ANGELES - January 14, 2010 - Coby King, senior vice president and general manager in MWW Group’s Los Angeles office, was named 2^nd Vice Chair of the Valley Industry and Commerce Association (VICA) during the VICA’s 60th Annual Meeting last month. King has been involved with VICA for twelve years and previously served as vice chair and a member of the executive committee.

VICA is considered among the most influential business advocacy organizations in Southern California. Their mission is to enhance the economic vitality of the greater San Fernando Valley region by advocating for a better business climate and quality of life. It strives to make the Greater San Fernando Valley the location of choice for Southern California businesses and families.

“Coby has been a dedicated leader since joining MWW Group in 2008, and it is no surprise - active as he is in the community and region - that he has been re-elected to a senior leadership role at VICA,” said Michael W. Kempner, president and CEO of MWW Group. “He is a trusted counselor, and will no doubt play a big part in helping VICA achieve its goals.”

King currently serves as a member of the Board of the California Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation, which helps consumers recover monies from auto dealers, and on various Democratic Party committees, including the State Central Committee and State Executive Board.  He served on the MTA’s San Fernando Valley Service Sector Governance Council from 2003 to 2008, representing the City of Los Angeles.  He also served as President of the Van Nuys Airport Citizens Advisory Council from 1999 to 2006, and was instrumental in achieving a long-delayed airport master plan.  He served as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the City of Los Angeles Community Redevelopment Agency from 2000 to 2002, and on the California Council on Criminal Justice from 2002 through 2004.   

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation’s top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and “Aim High. Deliver” commitment to client service. For four years in a row, MWW Group was honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2008, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The American Business Awards and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News, in recognition of the firm’s growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG).

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DALLAS, TX- December 1, 2009 - MWW Group (www.mww.com), one of the nation’s top ten public relations firms, announced today that Matthew Averitt has been promoted to vice president, corporate communications in the company’s Dallas office. Since joining MWW more than two and half years ago, Averitt has helped guide public relations strategy for a number of MWW’s top corporate accounts.  His areas of expertise include corporate positioning, executive eminence, brand communications, labor relations, issues management, business-to-business and business-to-consumer communications. As a member of the Dallas office’s management team, Averitt has used his experience working on behalf of organizations ranging from global Fortune 100, national non-profits and emerging-growth companies across multiple industries to further expand MWW Group’s presence in the greater Southwest United States region.

“Matt has been an instrumental member of our Dallas team since joining MWW Group in 2007 and he consistently delivers outstanding results for clients. His leadership, dedication and passion have helped MWW Group’s Dallas office continue to thrive and both clients and colleagues trust and rely upon his leadership and counsel,” said Michael W. Kempner, president and CEO of MWW Group.

Prior to joining MWW Group, Averitt worked at Burson-Marsteller where he led account teams and was responsible for new business development and writing and media relations activities.

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation’s top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and “Aim High. Deliver” commitment to client service. For four years in a row, MWW Group was honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2008, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The American Business Awards and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News, in recognition of the firm’s growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG).

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Leading Provider of Global Asset Tracking and Management Technology Hires MWW Group to Lead Strategic Marketing, Media Relations and Executive Branding Initiatives

DALLAS - November 10, 2009 - MWW Group (www.mww.com), one of the nation’s top ten public relations firms, announced today it has been hired by Geoforce, Inc. to drive strategic communications that generate brand awareness and sales. A leading provider of global asset tracking and management technology, Geoforce is redefining how organizations leverage the power of asset visibility to achieve increased efficiency, business intelligence and profitability in the oil and gas, power and utility, heavy equipment and fleet markets.

“We selected MWW Group as our strategic communications partner not only due to their deep technology and vertical market expertise, but more importantly their ability to deliver our story in relevant ways to our target audiences,” said James MacLean, president and founder of Geoforce. “We are a results-focused, high-growth organization and are intensely focused on driving sales and establishing our brand in the markets we serve. MWW Group’s entrepreneurial drive aligns with our own high-performance culture and we look forward to taking our company to the next level together.”

Geoforce dramatically simplifies the way companies track and remotely monitor their valuable equipment wherever it’s located around the world. By leveraging Geoforce’s Web-based software platform that taps a blend of GPS, radio frequency identification (RFID) and other wireless technologies, companies can automate and streamline the process of tracking their assets in the field. Formed in 2007 by industry veterans from the oil and gas, equipment rental and related industries, Geoforce has a fast-growing customer base and manages the largest GPS oilfield equipment tracking and remote monitoring deployment in the Gulf of Mexico.

“Geoforce was founded by industry veterans who knew first-hand the challenges companies across industries historically have faced tracking and managing their valuable equipment in the field,” said Cherie Gary, senior vice president and general manager, MWW Group’s Dallas office. “Having identified a significant business challenge, Geoforce created an innovative, differentiated solution and is well positioned for strong growth. We are excited about the opportunity to partner with them and play a key role in helping Geoforce achieve its business objectives.”

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation’s top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and “Aim High. Deliver” commitment to client service. For four years in a row, MWW Group was honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2008, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The American Business Awards and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News, in recognition of the firm’s growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG).

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