Asia-Pacific News In Brief (February 22, 2021)

2/22/2021 12:24:39 AM

(MENAFN- PRovoke) BEIJING — Edelman has appointed Winston Chen as executive VP, head of public affairs. In his new role, Chen will lead the agency's public affairs offering and expand its remit in China, focusing on meeting the evolving needs of multinationals operating in the country, while navigating the way forward for Chinese companies looking to expand abroad. Chen's 20+ years of experience in public affairs spans roles consulting for the State Council of the Chinese Government; serving as the Washington Bureau Chief for Sing Tao Daily, head of the China office for the Committee of 100; and providing investment and government relations advisory services to multinational companies.

SYDNEY—Sefiani has appointed Iain Waterman as account director and Caitlin Young as account manager in the agency's technology practice. Waterman previously held roles at Sling & Stone in Sydney and Teneo Blue Rubicon in London. Young joins Sefiani from global tech PR and digital firm, Hotwire.

MUMBAI — Lintas Live has won the PR mandate of Allied Blenders and Distillers after a competitive multi-agency pitch. Lintas Live is set to develop the PR communication strategy for ABD and its brand portfolio, which will include PR content creation and corporate reputation building, advancing ABD's vision to be the most admired spirits company in the country. Lintas Live has been tasked to ensure Allied Blenders and Distillers and its brands are well-positioned amongst key stakeholder segments with each brand enjoying a distinct position.

SINGAPORE — Hospitality and lifestyle agency Accela PR has added Lyre's to its client roster. Accela has been hired to leverage the 'sober curious movement to drive awareness of Lyre's non-alcoholic products that taste like spirits.

JAKARTA —Baldwin Boyle Group has named Daisy Primayanti as managing director Indonesia. Prior to joining BBG, Primayanti was head of communications at HSBC Indonesia. Earlier, she was the head of corporate communications at ABN AMRO Bank NV.

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