MEXICO CITY—Universal Robots has appointed Speyside Corporate Relations as its public relations agency for the key markets of Brazil and Mexico. The Speyside team will provide support to Universal Robots by working with the company’s on-the-ground teams in the two countries. Speyside’s principal focus will be to further enhance media relationships and increase Universal Robots’ voice across these regions.

MIAMI—Newlink Group has been named agency of record for Quito Tourism, the organization responsible for promoting travel to the Ecuador’s capital. The consulting firm will provide strategic counsel and execute an integrated communications and marketing program for Quito in eight markets including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Spain, UK, Brazil and Argentina. Initiatives will include media relations and press trips; marketing activations; and trade shows.

LOS ANGELES—JMPR Public Relations has been named agency of record for Answer Financial, one of the largest auto and home insurance agencies in the nation. JMPR will work with Answer’s marketing and communications team to develop and implement a strategic public relations program that brings enhanced attention to its insurance and telematics solutions.

NEW YORK—Luxury brand strategy and public relations agency Issa PR will handle pro bono work for the Discover Many Hopes gala on May 23 in New York City. Many Hopes is a non-profit organization that rescues children from poverty, corruption and abuse in Kenya, and provides advocacy and educational programs.