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ICR Launches ICR Conference Spotlight Series

Series kicks off on February 28 with Bruce Mehlman, Political Strategist

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ICR, a leading strategic communications and advisory firm, announced today the debut of the ICR Conference Spotlight Series, an ongoing platform to host curated content events and guest speakers, providing insight on industry trends, current events, and key business matters. The series extends the impact and insights on display at the annual ICR Conference, now entering its 28th year.

“Our latest series of insights, featuring renowned speakers from a variety of spheres of influence, will provide the entire ICR network of team members, clients and partners with coveted strategic perspectives on how to best navigate the changing tides of any market,” said Tom Ryan, Founder and CEO of ICR. “For business leaders looking to stay ahead of industry trends or gain strategic perspectives from top leaders, ICR is a go-to resource for relevant and impactful content.”

The first session in the series will explore the implications of the Trump administration on business and communication leaders, providing advice on how leaders can best position their organizations for success. The event will be led by political veteran and risk strategist, Bruce Mehlman. Bruce has three decades of experience in public policy, business, and the law and is widely regarded as an expert in effective business-government relations. Currently a partner at Mehlman Consulting where he helps leaders and organizations understand, anticipate and navigate political risk, Bruce previously held senior positions in the George W. Bush Administration and on Capitol Hill.

The inaugural session, featuring Bruce Mehlman, will take place on February 28th, at 12:00pm EST. Interested parties are invite to register for complimentary access, here.

Subsequent sessions will deliver strategic perspectives and actionable advice to best prepare business leaders to navigate the range of issues they face in their daily work, ranging from political, economic, international, social, and more. This event series expands ICR’s platform beyond the ICR Conference, sector-specific events, Welcome to the Arena podcast, newsletters and more.

About ICR

Established in 1998, ICR partners with public and private companies to execute strategic communications and advisory programs, and manage complex transactions and corporate events to enhance long-term enterprise value and corporate reputation. The firm’s highly-differentiated service model, which pairs capital markets veterans with senior communications professionals, brings deep sector knowledge and relationships to hundreds of clients across more than 20 industry groups. With more than 400 team members, ICR is one of the largest and most experienced independent communications and advisory firms, maintaining offices in New York, Connecticut, Boston, Baltimore, San Jose, London, and Beijing. Learn more at https://icrinc.com/. Follow us on LinkedIn and on X at @ICRPR.

Contacts

Brian Ruby, ICR, 203-682-8268, Brian.Ruby@icrinc.com

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Contacts

Brian Ruby, ICR, 203-682-8268, Brian.Ruby@icrinc.com

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