On May 28, 2024, international PR firm, JPA Health, made the headline with their acquisition of a communications agency based in Collingswood. Although financial details remain undisclosed, this merging of resources marks a strategic move towards expansion in the healthcare sector.
The Collingswood agency, known for their innovative approach in healthcare communication, is set to bring a new dynamic to JPA Health’s operations. JPA Health, headquartered in Washington D.C., aims to use this acquisition to boost their offering to clients and cultivate additional partnerships.
JPA Health sees the acquisition as an opportunity to gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving PR industry. The move is anticipated to make a significant contribution to the organization’s long-term growth and profitability, while enriching their array of services.
Sherine Aly, founder of the Collingswood agency, will now spearhead JPA Health’s newly integrated medical communications and learning experiences division as their Executive Vice President.
JPA Health’s strategic acquisition of Collingswood agency
Aly brings two decades of leadership experience in healthcare communications to her new role, promising a boost in the quality of client experience and service delivery.
JPA Health’s CEO, Carrie Jones, as well as Sherine Aly, commended the partnership, believing that the merging of their firms provides a platform for unprecedented growth in healthcare. Their mission is to transform lives through advanced healthcare services and technology.
The joining of these two agencies is poised to advance patient care and introduce innovative tools and strategies in healthcare communication. The Collingswood agency plans to use technology in facilitating health care services, such as digital games for health education and analytics to shape healthcare policies and systems.
With the acquisition, JPA Health’s team expands to over 120 employees, with offices now in Switzerland as well as the U.S. The firm’s ability to maintain a decentralized working model amidst expansion underlines their adaptability in a globalized market.
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