For Fourth Straight Year, Fleishman-Hillard Earns NAFE's 'Top 50 Companies for Executive Women' Honor

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fleishman-Hillard International Communications has been named to the 2013 "Top 50 Companies for Executive Women" list by the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE). In addition to being the only public relations firm recognized, this year's selection marks the fourth consecutive year the agency has been honored.

The list, which will appear in Working Mother magazine's March 2013 issue, highlights organizations whose policies and practices encourage the advancement of women's careers. Results are based on factors such as succession planning, profit-and-loss roles, gender pay parity, support programs and work-life balance.

"One of the ways we succeed as a firm and keep delivering the best results for clients is by attracting, promoting and training the industry's most talented women," said Dave Senay, president and CEO of Fleishman-Hillard. "That's why it's always so gratifying to be recognized for our strong, people-focused workplace culture – whether we're being named a top company for female executives by NAFE or being placed among the best places to work by Advertising Age."

At Fleishman-Hillard, women make up 67 percent of the firm's worldwide workforce and oversee five of the firm's global regions. They also make up half of the agency's corporate executives with profit-and-loss responsibility – a main component of NAFE's ranking. In addition, 72 percent of employees promoted last year were women.

"Fleishman-Hillard continues to impress NAFE with its representation of women in operating positions," said Dr. Betty Spence, NAFE president. "But this year, we're excited to report that the percentage of women with profit-and-loss responsibility has risen from 47 percent last year to 50 percent, demonstrating in solid numbers the company's commitment to women's advancement."

"Women play a major role in our agency's success at all levels, from senior managers to interns – and everyone in between," added Agnes Gioconda, chief talent officer. "And while we're once again incredibly proud to see our efforts recognized, we'll continue to look for ways to provide women the opportunities, training and support they need to grow as leaders."

NAFE, founded in 1972, serves members nationwide with networking, tools and solutions to strengthen and grow their careers and businesses. Working Mother magazine publishes the annual Top Companies and the Women of Excellence lists. NAFE.com provides up-to-date information, community for women in business and access to member benefits. NAFE is a part of Working Mother Network, a division of Bonnier Corp.

About Fleishman-Hillard
Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world's leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com. Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Diversified Agency Services, a division of Omnicom Group Inc.

About Diversified Agency Services
Diversified Agency Services (DAS), a division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE:OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com), manages Omnicom's holdings in a variety of marketing communications disciplines. DAS includes over 200 companies, which operate through a combination of networks and regional organizations, serving international and local clients through more than 700 offices in 71 countries.

About Omnicom Group Inc.
Omnicom Group Inc. (www.omnicomgroup.com) is a leading global marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom's branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, digital and interactive marketing, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

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