Capstrat Sharpens Healthcare Public Relations Capabilities


03.14.2011

For Immediate Release
Contact:
Ken Eudy
919 882 1962

Capstrat, a communications agency based in Raleigh, N.C., today announced the addition of Brian Hugins as account director. Hugins previously served as senior public relations associate with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), where he spearheaded social media initiatives, implemented corporate branding campaigns and established an annual awards program recognizing courageous reconstructive surgery patients through a partnership with Johnson & Johnson.

 

Prior to his work with the ASPS, Hugins worked with Mosaic Data Solutions, helping clients including Nokia, Motorola and Sony create and evaluate online advertising campaigns.

“Brian is a welcome addition to our team,” says Karen Albritton, President of Capstrat. “His experience in public relations and digital communications in the healthcare industry will help him do great things for our clients. He brings an impressive skill set to our team that will be instrumental as we continue to grow.”

Hugins’ accolades include leading a team that won the Platinum PR News Award for research and measurement. Hugins earned his B.A. in Public Relations from Florida State University.

About Capstrat

Capstrat, a communications agency based in Raleigh, N.C., solves the complex issues that healthcare, technology, energy/infrastructure and financial organizations face at critical moments. We blend marketing communications, interactive communications, public relations and public affairs to tell stories with power and persuasion. Visit us at www.capstrat.com.