NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marcus Graham
Project has honored MDC Partners Inc. (NASDAQ: MDCA) with the
organization's third annual Change Agency Award, designed to
recognize a corporation that has contributed significant time,
talent and resources to cultivating the next generation of diverse
talent in the field of advertising, media and marketing.
MDC Partners has worked in partnership with the Marcus Graham
Project since 2010, as a partner to the iCR8 Boot Camp, supporting
the development of young talent through established thought leaders
from across the MDC Partners network. The award was presented at
the Marcus Graham Project's fifth annual Lavender Hill Gala this
past weekend in Dallas, TX.
"At MDC Partners, we are dedicated to empowering the world's
most entrepreneurial and creative talent to drive innovation for
our clients. To live up to this mission, developing a diverse and
inclusive team with outstanding experience, capability and
perspective is absolutely essential," said Scott Kauffman, Chairman and CEO of MDC
Partners. "We are proud of our long-standing relationship with the
Marcus Graham Project and the incredible work they do identifying
and preparing high-potential young people for successful careers in
advertising. Receiving the Change Agency Award is a true honor and
we look forward to being a continued part of making this industry a
more inclusive one for the benefit of talent, marketers and
agencies alike."
"With people of color entering advertising agencies at a
declining rate, it has never been more imperative to invest in
diverse talent," said Lincoln
Stephens, CEO, Marcus Graham Project. "MDC Partners and its
network of agencies has long been committed to our efforts to
ensure that the next generation of talent from all backgrounds has
access to the best training, education and mentors to achieve
success in the industry. We are grateful for MDC's commitment,
proud of our partnership, and thrilled to recognize MDC as the
recipient of our third Change Agency Award."
About MDC Partners Inc.
MDC Partners is one of the fastest-growing and most influential
marketing and communications networks in the world. Its 50+
advertising, public relations, media, branding, digital, social and
event marketing agencies are responsible for some of the most
memorable and engaging campaigns for the world's most respected
brands. As "The Place Where Great Talent Lives," MDC Partners is
known for its unique partnership model, empowering the most
entrepreneurial and innovative talent to drive competitive
advantage and business growth for clients. By leveraging
technology, data analytics, insights, and strategic consulting
solutions, MDC Partners drives measurable results and optimizes
return on marketing investment for over 1,700 clients
worldwide.
For more information about MDC Partners and its partner firms,
visit http://www.mdc-partners.com and follow us on
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mdcpartners.
About the Marcus Graham Project
The Marcus Graham Project is a national network of diverse
professionals that have purposed themselves in developing the next
generation of thought leadership within the advertising, media and
marketing industry. The vision of The Marcus Graham Project (MGP)
is to provide long term access to information, technology,
financial and people resources that will strategically develop a
viable pool of talent and leadership within the industry. The
Marcus Graham Project is a 501 (c) 3 organization.
http://marcusgrahamproject.org
CONTACT:
Alexandra Delanghe
Chief Communications Officer
646-429-1845
adelanghe@mdc-partners.com
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