New accounts acquired by Integrated Communications

Integrated Communications acquired a total of nine new business accounts since the last three months of operation. This trend suggests a rise in the faith of businesses towards public relations and the economy in general.

"It is indicative of a general up-turn in business and an increase in confidence among companies to exploit their awareness within the economy", said Managing Director of Integrated Communications, Johanna McDowell.

The following new accounts have been acquired over the past three months:

Makro - Media relations on new store opening in Strubens Valley, Johannesburg.

Whiskas - launch of the new 'Whiskas Meaty Nuggets' as well as an ongoing media communications campiagn.

Clearasil - the consumer media launch of Clearasil's new vanishing cream and spot preventing moisturiser.

Mazwai Securities - Public Relations and Reputation Management.

Regus Offices - Public Relations and Communications for Regus's instant offices worldwide.

Henley Management College - international distance learning college - Ongoing communication campaign.

Cape International Bodyboarding Spectacular - Boogielicious SA - the exhibition, development event for international bodyboarders taking place in December.

Miss Malaika 2002 - Overseeing the Public Relations and Communications for Miss Malaika, an international pageant for women of African origin.

Kora All Africa Music Awards - Overseeing the media relations of the International awards ceremony which recognises African musical talents.