TWO VANCOUVER PR FIRMS TO MERGE
By Adnews Staff
The Robertson Communications Group of Vancouver will merge with Miller & Leonard of Vancouver on Nov. 1. Eventually, Robertson plans to purchase Miller. The newly formed firm will be called the Robertson Group. Miller & Leonard has been operating for 50 years. It is part of the Worldcom Public Relations Group, which has over 100 offices around the world. "We have been looking to acquire an established public relations firm that would be a good fit to expand our existing business," Robertson president Catherine Robertson says in a release. "Miller & Leonard has a strong team of senior consultants and an excellent book of business." Miller & Leonard chairman Russell Brink says the agencies clients will be complimentary and the purchase will be a growth opportunity for both. Miller & Leonard's client list includes Princess Cruises, NKK, CXY Chemicals and agricultural clients. Robertson's clients specialize in forestry, banking and professional services.