MikeWorldWide has appointed Dave Aglar as chief integrated media & innovation officer, as the agency continues to expand its media, analytics and AI operations.Aglar joins MWW after nearly two decades at Weber Shandwick, where he worked across media, social, influencer and analytics functions.In the newly created role, Aglar will report to MWW founder and CEO Michael Kempner and oversee the agency’s integrated media, research, analytics and creative teams, along with its AI initiatives.The appointment follows MWW’s recent hiring of former FleishmanHillard executive Mike Sacks to strengthen its corporate reputation and advisory business. The agency has also acquired employee communications consultancy HudsonLake and consumer agency Berk Communications.According to the agency, Aglar will work on aligning media, research and creative capabilities across client accounts as brands navigate changing audience behaviour and evolving media consumption patterns.“Dave’s appointment reflects how we’re continuing to evolve MWW for the future, bringing together media, communications, technology, and intelligence in a more connected way,” Kempner said in a statement.Aglar said the opportunity to help shape the agency’s next phase of growth drew him to the role.Over the course of his career, Aglar has worked with brands including General Motors, Kenvue, Mars Incorporated, IBM, Unilever, Nestlé, Verizon, Novartis, PepsiCo and YouTube across consumer, healthcare, technology and corporate sectors.

MikeWorldWide has acquired workforce communications consultancy HudsonLake, adding workforce strategy to the agency’s service offerings. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.Following the acquisition, the consultancy will operate as “HudsonLake, a MikeWorldWide company.”Founded 25 years ago, HudsonLake specialises in organisational transformation, employee experience, talent strategy, employer branding, recruitment marketing and labour relations. Its client roster includes Toyota, 7-Eleven, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and PeaceHealth.According to MWW, the acquisition strengthens its workforce and change communications capabilities, particularly across sectors including transportation, healthcare and consumer brands.The acquisition follows MWW’s earlier purchase of Berk Communications as part of its expansion strategy. Separately, the agency also announced plans to relaunch and expand its Washington office to strengthen its public affairs and policy capabilities.“The future of reputation is continuous, connected, and built from the inside out,” said Michael Kempner, founder and CEO of MikeWorldWide.Cynthia Hudson, founder of HudsonLake, said the acquisition would provide the consultancy with greater scale and access to additional resources and technology capabilities.HudsonLake CEO Don Smialowicz added that MWW’s AI, analytics, digital strategy and influencer capabilities would complement the firm’s existing employee and organisational communications work.

MikeWorldWide has appointed Mike Sacks as Managing Director, Corporate Reputation and Advisory.Sacks joins the firm from FleishmanHillard, where he led the corporate affairs practice in Chicago, advising clients across sectors including technology, healthcare and financial services.He returns to MWW, where he began his career two decades ago.In his new role, Sacks will focus on advising clients on corporate reputation, risk management and communications, while also supporting business development and client relationships.Over the course of his career, he has worked on mandates involving regulatory investigations, cyberattacks, mergers and acquisitions, leadership transitions and product-related crises.The appointment comes as MWW continues to build its advisory and public affairs team, with recent senior hires including Mahen Gunaratna as Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Jackie Cornell as Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs.

MikeWorldWide, a leading independent and midsize public relations agency, has announced the appointment of Marc Stolove as its new executive creative director. Marc brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in the creative industry, previously leading creative teams at Edelman, Saatchi & Saatchi, and Ogilvy.With an impressive career that spans across various facets of creative development and strategic branding, Marc has consistently demonstrated his ability to craft compelling narratives and innovative strategies that capture the essence of a brand and resonate with target audiences. His expertise in developing earned-worthy creative is particularly suited to the agency's mission of reaching its clients' stakeholders across various traditional and new mediums, known as "the new top tier."Marc's background in managing and executing high-profile campaigns across multiple platforms has honed his ability to think outside the box and push creative boundaries, with award-winning experience with leading brands such as Pepsi, American Express, and Aetna.At MWW, Marc will lead the creative team with a focus on integrating creative strategy into all aspects of client campaigns to ensure that each campaign exceeds objectives. His strategic approach to creative development is rooted in a deep understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape and a commitment to leveraging creativity as a tool for earning media attention and fostering brand growth."Marc's visionary approach to creative strategy and his unwavering commitment to excellence make him the perfect fit for our agency," said Michael Kempner, founder and chief executive officer of MikeWorldWide. "As MWW continues to grow and evolve, Marc's leadership and creative insight will play a critical role in shaping our future success."Marc expressed his enthusiasm for joining MWW, stating, "I am excited to join MikeWorldWide and energized by the creativity and collaboration a mid-size agency environment fosters. I look forward to partnering with the talented teams at MWW to create dynamic, innovative campaigns that drive meaningful results for our clients."Marc will be based out of MikeWorldWide's New York City office headquarters.