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Follow on Google News | Worldcom Appoints First Managing DirectorMr. Todd Lynch to Lead Worldcom’s Strategic Expansion Efforts
Reporting to the Worldcom Group Board, the new Managing Director’s roles include setting strategy and direction for the company, and elevating shared best practices and knowledge so that client-communication programmes have immediate impact and lasting value. He is charged also with raising the visibility of Worldcom’s brand globally, and representing it successfully in the international PR community. In addition, he will continue to fuel Worldcom’s growth by recruiting new partners worldwide and establishing a stronger revenue base that drives the delivery of enhanced services to partners – empowering them to compete more efficiently at local, regional and global levels. “We are delighted that Todd has accepted this strategic position, especially since he has been a Worldcom partner for 13 years, so he understands Worldcom clearly and knows our partners well,” said Stephanie Paul, Worldcom Global Chair and Managing Director of Phillips Group (http://www.phillipsgroup.com.au/ “This is an exciting time to further strengthen Worldcom’s 25-year success as the world’s leading partnership of independent firms. I am fully committed to working closely with the Worldcom Group Board and its three regional boards to assist partners in competing more proficiently,” Lynch, who was formerly Vice President, Client Relations at Worldcom partner firm St. John & Partners (http://www.sjp.com/ His selection came at the end of a comprehensive 12-month search involving over 160 applicants, conducted by a search committee of the board led by Hal Dash, President of Cerrell Associates (http://www.cerrell.com/ “Serving this vibrant global organisation and working hand-in-hand with some of the most talented PR professionals has been immensely rewarding,” said Guthin. “I have had the privilege of collaborating with the most successful independent PR firms across the globe on a daily basis – enabling the group to develop processes that meet the culture-centric needs of our partners around the world. I am very excited about this new and expanded position and know Todd will do a superb job taking Worldcom to higher levels of worldwide recognition and impact.” About the Worldcom Public Relations Group Worldcom Public Relations Group is the world’s leading partnership of independently owned public relations firms, with 128 offices employing 1,900 staff in 102 markets across six continents. In total, Worldcom partners reported combined revenue of US$343 million last year from 3,286 clients, with some 80 Worldcom partner firms sharing business referrals across 90 clients. Established in 1988, the group was formed so that the strongest, most capable independent firms could deliver immediate impact and sustained value through the intelligent use of communications – wherever in the world a client needs support. Partners serve national, international and multinational clients, whilst retaining the flexibility and client-service focus inherent in independent agencies. Through Worldcom, clients have on-demand access to in-depth communications expertise from professionals who understand the language, culture and customs of the geographic areas in which they operate. Connect with Worldcom on Facebook and LinkedIn Media contact: Citra Prasetyo Asia-Pacific Connections Pte Ltd citra@apconnections.com +65 6334 9045 End
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