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Four South Florida Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties tap Hemsworth for Public Relations
04.03.2024 - 07:52 / traveldailynews.com / Theodore Koumelis
Award-Winning Firm to Drive PR for Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort, Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa, Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street and Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Hotel
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. – Hemsworth, celebrating its 10th anniversary as a top-ranked, award-winning communications agency, announced it has added four South Florida Hilton properties to its client roster. Effective immediately, the firm is responsible for driving strategic public relations efforts for Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort, Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa, Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street and Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Hotel.
“We are an agency that has deep roots in South Florida, and we are passionate about driving tourism to the region, so the opportunity to work with this dynamic collection of properties is exciting, and one we are very much looking forward to in the year ahead,” said Samantha Jacobs, Hemsworth’s founder and president. “Each of these properties is unique and special in its own right, and we look forward to showcasing some of their recent renovations, as well as their ongoing offerings, creating enhanced visibility for the properties themselves and Hilton’s regional offerings.”
Each property holds a unique appeal for travelers and locals. As part of Hemsworth’s scope, the firm will drive regional and national media relations campaigns for the following:
This year marks Hemsworth’s 10th anniversary, as the agency celebrates a decade of providing tailored, impactful communications programs for travel, tourism, hospitality and franchise brands. Hemsworth’s core capabilities include brand communications strategy, media relations, content creation and social media management, industry events, awards programming, thought leadership, event planning/facilitation, media training, crisis communications and more.
Theodore is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of TravelDailyNews Media Network; his responsibilities include business development and planning for TravelDailyNews long-term opportunities.
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