In his role as a senior partner, Rick leads the agency’s Southeast PR group and implements a full range of marketing communications programs, including public relations, advertising, sales promotion, special events, issues management, community relations and marketing. Since joining EMA in 1983, he has developed programs for such diverse clients as:
BA, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
Founder, Pints for Prostates Inc.
Board of Advisors, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chair, Board of Directors, United Way of Northeastern New York
Executive Board, Boy Scouts of America, Twin Rivers Council
Past President, Public Relations Society of America, Central New York Chapter
Accredited in Public Relations (APR), Public Relations Society of America
“To be effective we have to be strong storytellers, vigilant soothsayers and creative matchmakers. Our work is focused around communicating our clients’ key messages, spotting opportunities and risks, and developing partnerships that make positive contributions to the bottom line.”