Acceleration Community of Companies (ACC)

Voting is open for the 2024 ADCANN Awards US and our very own Lisa Weser, founder & CEO of Trailblaze, is nominated for Marketer of the Year! This annual celebration of excellence in cannabis marketing and advertising puts the power directly in your hands through public voting rather than a judge’s decision. Join us in recognizing Lisa’s bold, breakthrough work by voting via the link below. https://lnkd.in/eE2QXXr

ACC helped Dolby Laboratories launch the next chapter of the "Love More in Dolby" global campaign with BTS member, Jin, as he releases his first solo single "I'll Be There." In just over a week, the commercial has racked up almost 15 Million views. Jin's first solo album, Happy, will be releasing in Dolby Atmos globally on November 15. https://lnkd.in/gEnrV6y6

This week our founder and CEO Michael Nyman spoke with PRWeek editorial director Steve Barrett and executive editor Frank Washkuch on the PRWeek podcast, discussing how Acceleration’s unique community-based model breeds trust and collaboration, our recent acquisition of DKC, and the ever-evolving cultural landscape. Listen at the link below! https://lnkd.in/gAcQWZgf

As the weather cools, we're warming up with memories of the summer’s hottest events! It was a season packed with excitement from June’s stylish Cross Bottle launch to the fun-filled Barbie X Stanley 1913 LEGENDS Pop-up Tour across New York City, London, Houston, and Los Angeles. Check out Event Marketer’s coverage of the #SummerofStanley PINK SPARROW MKG - Experiential Marketing https://lnkd.in/gx7ZDGuP

ACC is thrilled to announce Monica Chun as our new President! Monica will lead growth strategy, marketing, innovation, and cross-network integration throughout ACC's entire portfolio of agencies, driving synergy and creativity as we continue to deliver award-winning work. Her appointment comes on the heels of ACC’s majority stake acquisition of public relations firm DKC and its creative services studio, HangarFour, growing ACC to 550+ employees across 12 offices nationwide as well as in London and Asia. Exciting times ahead! https://lnkd.in/gbTMdjNW?

As many of you know, I began my career in public relations, driven by a passion for crafting innovative, entertaining and impactful narratives that celebrate the big moments and influential personalities shaping our culture. In 1990, I co-founded Bragman Nyman Cafarelli (BNC) with Howard Bragman and Brad Cafarelli. A decade later, we sold our company to IPG.? Howard went on to become the legend he was destined to be, while Brad, Chris Robichaud, Monica Chun, Scott Floyd, Rick Faigin and I continued to build the firm, before our historic merger with Cindi Berger and PMK in December of 2009. During the following years PMK*BNC, grew to record revenues, becoming the largest firm of its kind in the world, and set the tone for entertainment, culture, brand marketing and communications. After closely listening to clients' needs, and studying the evolving marketing and advertising landscape, I launched Acceleration Community of Companies (ACC) in 2018. My vision was to create a forward-thinking alternative to the traditional holding company model, one built for the future. Collaboration would be central, with the? only deference given to clients rather than the largest agency in the holdco.? The goal was to bring best-in-class marketing agencies, to offer the comprehensive 360-degree suite of services essential in today’s fast-paced multi-channel world. Today, I am thrilled to share a full-circle moment in my career. ACC is acquiring the iconic DKC, one of the top 10 independent PR agencies in the U.S. and a legendary brand in its own right. This marks the sixth acquisition for ACC and significant milestone in our journey to?become a?leader in paid, earned, shared,?owned communications?and marketing solutions. DKC represents? top global brands across technology, entertainment - including some of the world’s highest-grossing and most critically acclaimed artists - media, lifestyle, sports, healthcare and more. It is such a great honor to get the chance to work with this powerhouse team that @ Sean and @ Matt have built and I welcome them into the ACC family. For all of our team members, as well as our incredible roster of clients, this new partnership will mean deeper capabilities, greater reach and access to more resources. I could not be more proud!? #PR #Marketing #M&A?#ACC #DKC #SOLACE CAPITAL #VERANCE CAPITAL https://lnkd.in/g9Yvu6SA

It’s official! We are thrilled to add DKC to the ACC family ??

Last week we celebrated the launch of the Dallas Stars on Victory +. This groundbreaking direct-to-consumer streaming platform will bring Dallas Stars fans every game of the upcoming season at no extra cost. To kick off this new era, ACC executed a premiere press event and an unforgettable fan experience at The Factory in Dallas along with a comprehensive 360° paid media strategy for our clients. Here's to redefining the future of sports streaming!? Joanne Lovato Matt Bowman MKG - Experiential Marketing Stripe Theory @#DallasStars #VictoryPlus #StreamtheStars

Last week, we painted the town green at the Victory Green Scene in Dallas, TX! We celebrated the launch of the Dallas Stars on VICTORY+, a first-of-its-kind, fully free streaming platform, with an epic bash for our fans featuring an electrifying performance by Nelly. It was a fantastic kick-off for this new way to #streamthestars! Congrats to our client the Dallas Stars and partners MKG - Experiential Marketing and Stripe Theory on the launch!

Congrats to our client Pepsi on this rockin' new video! #publicrelations