Knupp & Watson Announces New Hire and Promotion

MADISON, Wis. – July 17, 2008 – Knupp & Watson, an award-winning advertising, marketing, and public relations firm, announces the addition of a new employee to its staff, and the promotion of an employee.

Ila Gates-Thomas, who has been with Knupp & Watson since 2005, has been promoted from account coordinator to associate account manager at Knupp & Watson. In her new role, Ila works closely with account managers, clients and Knupp & Watson’s creative and media departments to ensure projects move smoothly through the development process and that clients’ needs are met.

Justin Barnes has joined the firm as interactive technology director. Justin comes to Knupp & Watson from Trek Bicycles, where he was lead web application developer. As interactive technology director, Justin is responsible for overseeing the technological aspects of all internal and external interactive initiatives.

About Knupp & Watson
Knupp & Watson of Madison, Wisconsin, is a full-service, award-winning advertising and PR agency with a people-based approach to communications. Using innovative products and services not just to reach people, but to meaningfully touch them, Knupp & Watson brings people closer to their client’s brands. More information is available at www.knupp-watson.com.

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