FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 15, 2017
Adrian Patenaude
Crosswind Media & Public Relations
512.354.2772
[email protected]
Crosswind Acquires Carmichael Communications & Consulting, names Carmichael VP
AUSTIN, Texas – Crosswind Media and Public Relations, a top-100 public relations firm based in Texas, today announced it has hired Katherine Carmichael and acquired Carmichael Communications & Consulting, a Texas-based energy and oil and gas public relations agency. Carmichael will serve as a vice president in Crosswind’s Austin, Texas office.
“Katie is a remarkable talent who has a successful record of managing complex public involvement projects and who fully understands the energy industry, from oil and gas to renewables,” said Crosswind CEO Thomas Graham. “She’s an ideal complement to our already strong energy practice.” Crosswind’s energy practice includes clients in nuclear power, renewable energy and oil and gas exploration and service.
Carmichael Communications represents associations, non-governmental organizations and principals in energy exploration and development. Previously, Carmichael served as Director of Public Affairs for Texas Railroad Commissioner David Porter, directing the Commissioner’s communications and serving as regulatory and legislative liaison. Carmichael played an integral role in producing the Eagle Ford Shale Task Force Report in 2013, the first comprehensive report on the expansive oil and gas field and its impact and regulatory needs.
While receiving her Bachelors of Arts in Journalism from Texas State University, Carmichael worked as a legislative intern and a freelance writer for local newspapers. Following graduation, she continued to serve in various positions within state government until forming her own business in 2014.
The acquisition will close on December 31, 2017.
About Crosswind Media & Public Relations
Crosswind Media & Public Relations is one of the leading firms in the U.S., ranking in the top 100 nationally. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the agency has offices in Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas and New York. While Crosswind’s roots are in Texas, it has a global reach, serving corporate clients, public agencies and national governments across five continents. It specializes in brand management, crisis communication, thought leadership and event planning and serves clients in the energy, infrastructure, entertainment, education, technology, banking & finance, healthcare sectors. For more information, go to https://crosswindmedia.wpengine.com or email [email protected].
