Archer Malmo, the Mid-South’s leading marketing communications agency, today announced that veteran public relations professional Naomi Bata has joined the team as chief public relations officer.

Clemson University President James F. Barker today announced a $1.05 million gift from Joe and Gretchen Erwin, co-founders of leading advertising and marketing firm Erwin Penland, to establish the Erwin Center for the Study of Advertising & Communication.

Kathy Koch, president and CEO of Ambit Advertising and Public Relations has been honored with the Florida Achievement Award by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women for her significant contributions in improving the lives of women and families.

Two by Four, a leading integrated marketing agency offering advertising, design, interactive, promotions and direct response services, announced the hiring of five employees to their account and creative teams across their Chicago and Chattanooga offices.

The Buntin Group has added four leading brands to its client portfolio, including Brookdale Senior Living; Kirkland’s, Inc.; Deca International Corporation’s GolfBuddy Technologies; and La Quinta Inns and Suites.

Two by Four, a leading integrated marketing agency offering advertising, design, interactive, promotions and direct response services, has announced the hire of Don Durbin as Vice President, Director of Client Leadership.