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WASHINGTON — Hill+Knowlton Strategies has appointed Daniel Schwarz, former House Judiciary Committee communications director, as senior VP of H+K's US public affairs practice. The appointment elevates H+K's expertise in the US political landscape. Prior to his work with the Judiciary Committee, Schwarz handled policy communications around various local, national, and international issues, including freight and public transportation, civil rights and civil liberty protections, and foreign policy.
NEW YORK — Weber Shandwick has appointed Ciro Sarmiento as chief creative officer of Weber Shandwick New York. He joins from multicultural marketing agency Dieste, where he served as chief creative officer. At Weber Shandwick, Sarmiento will elevate and drive earned-first creative work for clients and oversee a team of celebrated creatives in New York that continues to foster a culture of innovation.