5W Public Relations Expands Agency With Addition of New Senior Vice President, Corporate Division

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Jun 15, 2010, 09:00 ET

NEW YORK, June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- 5W Public Relations, one of the 15 largest independent PR agencies in the U.S., today announced the addition of John Cpin as Senior Vice President. He joins the agency's Corporate Division after spending several years at BGR Group (formerly Barbour, Griffith & Rogers, LLC) where he spearheaded the communications efforts for all government and corporate accounts, including the US Polo Association, Republic of India, Kurdistan Regional Government, and DuPont.

Previously, Mr. Cpin held senior positions at Westin Rinehart Group, a boutique government relations and crisis communications firm in Washington, D.C., as well as positions with political campaigns and governmental agencies. He handled a range of client matters, including the California Health and Longevity Institute, The Peebles Corporation and American Management Services.

Mr. Cpin is a branding expert who specializes in corporate pr, crisis management, media relations and public affairs. He is an accomplished PR professional who possesses extensive experience creating and implementing integrated communications campaigns that incorporate media relations, media strategy, special events, partnerships and social media.

"5W Public Relations is known for its creative and customized Public Relations programs designed to meet client objectives," said Ronn Torossian, President & CEO of 5WPR. "John's experience in corporate pr and public affairs brings expanded dimensions to our team. We are excited about the opportunities he presents for our clients, and the agency as a whole."

About 5W Public Relations

5W Public Relations (http://www.5wpr.com) is a full-service public relations firm known for implementing cutting-edge, customized media programs designed to impact our clients' specific business goals and objectives. 5WPR's energetic, fast-paced and focused culture earned the firm a spot on the INC. 500 list and the title of "fastest-growing agency" three years in a row. One of the 25 largest PR firms in the U.S., the agency maintains practice areas in consumer, technology, health and wellness, entertainment, lifestyle, fashion and corporate communications. Our growth and recognition stem from a focused, smart and creative staff that expertly communicates client messages to impact ROI. Our committed team, led by CEO Ronn Torossian, has the understanding and ability to harness the newest tools in a rapidly changing media landscape. This 24/7 approach to the media led the industry's foremost trade magazine to describe 5WPR as "aggressive in a way that clearly resonates with clients looking for a firm staffed with type A-plus personalities, a BS-free approach, and results from Day One."

CONTACT: Ronn Torossian, 5WPR, 212-999-5585, [email protected]

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