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Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) has transformed its media network into the Brand Performance Network, combining creative, media, and commerce to enhance modern marketing solutions. The network now includes over 6,000 experts across 60 locations and manages close to $5 billion in media. After integrating notable agencies, Stagwell reported a remarkable 33% net revenue growth in Q2 2022, emphasizing its rapid expansion. This evolution aims to provide clients with integrated strategies that drive brand performance and growth.

On October 5, 2022, Stagwell announced the acquisition of Wolfgang, enhancing its Doner Partners Network to celebrate Doner's 85th anniversary. The founding partners of Wolfgang will assume significant leadership roles, boosting the network's presence on the West Coast. Colin Jeffery, former Chief Creative Officer of Wolfgang, is now Doner's CCO, aiming to drive innovation and culturally relevant work. Despite the high-profile acquisition, specific financial terms were not disclosed, but the move aligns with Doner's recent business wins and industry accolades.

Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) has announced its sponsorship of Advertising Week New York, hosting two key panels that will focus on significant trends in marketing. Scheduled for October 17 and 20, the discussions will revolve around the influence of political media spending and the impact of brand fandom. The panels will feature experts from Stagwell’s agencies, including Assembly and National Research Group, alongside notable brands like McDonald's, Lyft, and SambaTV. This participation highlights Stagwell's commitment to driving marketing effectiveness in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) appointed Mansoor Basha as its first chief technology officer (CTO) for the Stagwell Marketing Cloud (SMC). Coming from Accenture, Basha brings over 20 years of experience in technology, product development, and marketing. He will oversee the technology roadmap and data strategy for SMC, which provides SaaS and DaaS tools for in-house marketers. Stagwell aims to leverage Basha's expertise to enhance its digital marketing infrastructure, ensuring that CMOs can effectively utilize modern marketing tools.

On September 23, 2022, Instrument, part of the Stagwell network (NASDAQ: STGW), was recognized at Fast Company's Innovation by Design Awards for its collaboration with BankBlackUSA in three categories: Finance, Graphic Design, and Impact. This partnership, part of Instrument's commitment to empower Black communities, involved redesigning BankBlackUSA's website and branding. Instrument’s $3 million Build. Grow. Serve. program emphasizes community support and equity, highlighted by over $175,000 donated to various initiatives. Instrument was also honored as a Best Workplace for Innovators.

Colle McVoy has joined Stagwell's Constellation collective to enhance its creative capabilities and support client growth. This Minneapolis-based agency aims to deliver bespoke solutions by collaborating with other top-tier agencies like 72andSunny, Brand Citizens, and more. CEO Christine Fruechte emphasized this move as a strategic step to expand services and meet client needs in a dynamic market. The Constellation collective aims to offer disruptive business solutions and foster new client relationships across North America and beyond.

Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) has launched a new business unit, the Risk and Reputation Unit, aimed at providing bipartisan and multidisciplinary political and communications expertise to C-Suite leaders. This initiative is designed to help businesses navigate the complexities of emerging policy and social issues, aligning political strategists from both sides of the aisle. The team comprises seasoned strategists with backgrounds in corporate leadership and political campaigns, responding to the increasing pressures on CEOs to balance business and politics effectively.

On September 20, 2022, Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) announced the addition of 19 partners to its Global Affiliate Network, enhancing its content and media capabilities in Asia-Pacific and Europe, particularly in experiential, events, and gaming sectors. This expansion coincided with the opening of a new office in Malaysia. The partnership increases Stagwell's operational reach to 98 countries and adds 1,400 marketing practitioners, underscoring its strategy to provide global execution with local expertise.

Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) announced that Chairman and CEO Mark Penn will present at the Sidoti Small-Cap Virtual Conference on September 22, 2022, at 10:45 AM ET. Investors can schedule one-on-one meetings by contacting ir@stagwellglobal.com. Stagwell aims to innovate marketing through a unique blend of creativity and technology, boasting over 13,000 specialists in more than 34 countries. For more information on investor events, visit their website.