Sacramento Office Expands with Two Key Hires
Sacramento, CA (January 16, 2007) – APCO Worldwide announced today that Carla Hass, an experienced statewide campaign and crisis communication professional, and Emily Johnson, a former director of strategic outreach initiatives for the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), joined APCO’s Sacramento office.
“Carla joins as a vice president and will provide clients with expertise in strategic communication and media outreach,” said Jose Hermocillo, managing director of APCO’s Sacramento office. Hass previously ran her own firm, Hass Marketing Communications, and worked with APCO this fall on a successful statewide ballot initiative, serving as the primary press spokesperson. Previously, she served in several top-level state government communication positions during two administrations; before her public service, she worked for two respected public affairs firms. She has directed a number of high-profile communication efforts on natural disasters, terrorist activities, food contamination and environmental issues in California.
Johnson will provide clients with expertise in public policy advocacy. Prior to joining APCO, Johnson held various positions with PhRMA, most recently as director of Alliances, Affordability and Access. Johnson holds a master’s degree in public policy from Georgetown University’s Public Policy Institute and graduated with highest honors from Rutgers College, where she received a bachelor of science.
“Given Emily’s experience in managing strategic communication programs on health care issues, she will be a valuable asset to our clients,” Hermocillo said.
About APCO Worldwide
Founded in 1984, APCO Worldwide is an independently owned global communication consultancy with offices in major cities throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. APCO was named 2006 Agency of the Year by PR Week, 2006 and 2005 European Consultancy of the Year by Public Affairs News and 2004 Public Affairs Agency of the Year by The Holmes Report. Clients include corporations, governments, industry associations and nonprofit organizations. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO includes among its clients seven of the top 10 companies on Fortune’s Global 500. Core services include corporate, investor and internal communication; crisis management; issue management; government relations; litigation communication; media relations; coalition building; opinion research; market entry; corporate responsibility and online communication. APCO is a majority women-owned business. For more information, please visit www.apcoworldwide.com.
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