WASHINGTON, DC —Nicole Harburger, John Gundlach and Aimee Freund, who worked together at the agency GMMB, have launched their own social impact branding and communications firm, called Mighty Good. At GMMB, they led brand, creative and strategic communications engagements for a myriad of mission-driven clients, including AARP, Conservation International, and Chemonics.  

WASHINGTON, DC — Whiteboard Advisors has launched a new practice focused on the future of talent, lifelong learning and workplace wellness.  Dawn Baron, most recently VP of marketing at the Association for Talent Development, will serve as senior advisor, advising clients on corporate learning and talent issues.

GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA — The University of Florida’s journalism and communications school has launched a Center for Public Interest Communications, the first US center dedicated to developing, translating and applying the science of strategic communication to drive social change. The Center will work with philanthropic, governmental, academic and business organizations on their efforts to have sustainable impact.