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Business Intelligence Group Honors M&Co as the Leading Public Relations Agency of the Year

New York & London & Hong Kong, November 8, 2023 – Montieth & Company (M&Co), a global strategic communications consultancy, has been chosen by the Business Intelligence Group for the prestigious 2023 Public Relations and Marketing Excellence Award. This accolade recognizes outstanding performance by PR firms and agencies that have significantly contributed to the growth and tangible business outcomes of their international clientele.

Maria Jimenez, Chief Nominations Officer of the Business Intelligence Group, remarked that Montieth & Company has demonstrated to the business world how a diverse and creative team can effectively address real challenges to meet the evolving needs of clients. These winning agencies and departments have, as she said, showcased how creativity can effectively tackle genuine business challenges, emphasizing the crucial role of effective communication in today’s global marketplace.

In its submission, Montieth & Company highlighted key achievements over the past year, including successful forays into new sectors and sustained business expansion. M&Co’s milestones encompass securing new clients in the energy transition, sustainability, semiconductor, AI, and alternative asset management industries. The consultancy’s global growth is propelled by its adeptness in catering to the expanding needs of both new and existing clients in the dynamic global business landscape. Notably, the company has recently introduced a practice group specializing in branding and website development, complemented by multimedia marketing, video, and podcast production capabilities.

Another highlighted success in M&Co’s award submission was its involvement in causes aligned with the firm’s core values. The M&Co team spearheaded media relations programs for initiatives such as the St. Louis Afghan Resettlement Initiative and efforts related to the restitution of Nazi-looted art in Europe and the U.S.

Montieth Illingworth, CEO, and Global Managing Partner, stated that M&Co established a specialized global PR agency that empowers companies to seize their greatest opportunities and overcome their greatest challenges. He expressed how this award underscores the remarkable success of the business and the dedication of their global team to delivering outstanding work every day.

In the current year alone, M&Co has earned several accolades for its work in marketing communications and public relations; including three dotCOMM Awards and an Honorable Mention for its achievements in branding, website copy, design and development, and pro bono media services. The consultancy was also selected as a finalist for the PR Daily Awards and named PR Daily’s Top Agency of 2023 in the Boutique Agencies of the Year category. Additionally, M&Co received the MarCom Gold and Platinum Awards for its exceptional work in branding and website development.

About M&Co

Montieth & Company is a global communications consultancy that empowers companies to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. With hubs in New York, London, and Hong Kong, M&Co provides services and solutions across various financial and media center markets in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.

About Business Intelligence Group

Founded with the mission of recognizing true talent and superior performance in the business world, the Business Intelligence Group distinguishes itself by having business executives with experience and knowledge judge its programs. The organization’s proprietary scoring system selectively measures performance across multiple business domains and rewards companies whose achievements stand out among their peers.

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