ST. LOUIS, May 17, 2022 — Sharon Piehl, managing director at FleishmanHillard in South Africa, has been named to the 2022 Break the Ceiling Touch the Sky list of Africa’s Most Inspirational Women in Leadership.

Supported by House of Rose Professional’s Mission 2029 for a Better World, which aims to shape a better world through diversity and inclusion initiatives and leadership, this inaugural list recognizes leaders based on their career accomplishments, scale of influence, active advocacy for gender equality and support of other women in leadership both in and outside their respective organizations.

The 2022 list chose these women from a review of over 400 companies operating in Africa.

Read more about Piehl and other honorees here.

ST. LOUIS, May 16, 2022 — Cannes Lions selected FleishmanHillard’s Brian Melarkey, director and head of creative strategy, to serve on the PR Lions Shortlist Jury for the 2022 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. FleishmanHillard has been represented on the Cannes Lions jury for 14 years.  

Melarkey began his communications career in 2005, and shortly after joined the global PR and marketing firm as a senior client manager. In 2012, he was appointed the first creative director in EMEA, specializing in consumer marketing communications.

With countless experience overseeing creative initiatives for clients, Melarkey has previously been the creative director for two winning Cannes Lions campaigns.

Winners will be celebrated at this year’s Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France from June 20-24.

Read more about Brian and the other jury members here.

ST. LOUIS, May 11, 2022 – FleishmanHillard again received the PR Agency of the Year title at the Campaign Global Agency of the Year Awards 2021, after previously receiving the recognition in 2020.

Judges commended the global PR and marketing firm for its stellar year, reporting the strongest revenue performance in its history, growth amongst its top clients and overall increased headcount. Judges also applauded the agency for its ability to strengthen relationships and innovation across culture, communities and industries, all underlined by guiding principles to “think boldly” and “seek new and different ideas”.

The Campaign Global Agency of the Year Awards program highlights top agencies around the world that showcase top-tier talent and creativity, produce outstanding new business and thought leadership and emulate a positive company culture. Over 100 companies from more than 19 countries entered into the third annual Campaign Global Agency of the Year Awards.

Winners were announced during the virtual ceremony on May 11. 

View the complete list of winners here. 

ST. LOUIS, May 9, 2022 – FleishmanHillard’s Ronak Thakkar has been named to the PR Faces to Watch 2022 list, presented by Campaign Middle East. The award honors Thakkar for his drive to improve client outcomes and build connections, creative thinking and strategic communications and management skills.

The Campaign PR Faces to Watch list highlights agency professionals that showcase talent and determination early in their careers.

Read more and view the full PR Faces to Watch 2022 list here.

ST. LOUIS, May 5, 2022 — FleishmanHillard won three awards on behalf of outstanding client work for Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Lowe’s Home Improvement and Novo Nordisk at this year’s North American SABRE Awards.

• Krispy Kreme Doughnuts with FleishmanHillard, “Krispy Kreme Sweet Support for Covid-19 Vaccinations” (The SABRE Award for Superior Achievement in Brand-Building)
• Lowe’s Home Improvement with FleishmanHillard, “A Night of Lowemance” (Experiential, Special Event)
• Novo Nordisk and NFL Alumni Association with FleishmanHillard, “Huddle Up: Let’s Talk Obesity” (Specialist Audience, Marketing to Men)

Presented by PRovoke Media, the 2022 North American SABRE Awards recognize campaigns that demonstrate excellent strategic planning, elevated creativity and impressive business results.

Winners for these awards were announced during the North American SABRE Awards ceremony in New York City on May 4.

View the full list of 2022 North American SABRE Awards winners here.