DESIGN PARTNERS AND PLEWES BERTOUCHE DESIGN GROUP MERGE
By Adnews Staff
Design Partners and Plewes Bertouche Design Group, both of Toronto has announced the two firms have merged. The consolidated firm will operate under the Design Partners' banner. Michael Bertouche and Chris Plewes will maintain their positions as managing director and creative director respectively. Design Partner's previously announced partnership with Schawk Inc. means both firms will now be part of the Illinois-based Schawk Group of Companies. "We're excited by the depth of creative talent, enhance production capabilities and complementary client service standards that the merger creates," Design Partners president Michael Butler said. The new company will provide its clients with increased offerings and senior level strategic and creative consultation, Plewes added. Design Partners develops brand identity, package design and corporate communications for its clients. PR for this announcement is being handled by Hill & Knowlton of Toronto for Plewes Bertouche.