MIAMI, Fla. – April 3, 2006 – rbb Public Relations announced today the addition of two new executives to the firm’s Coral Gables office. Account executive Alisha Marks and account coordinator Tim Tilson have joined the firm’s business-to-business practice.

Marks brings with her close to three years experience, with a primary focus in business-to-business communications and trade relations. Prior to joining rbb, Marks worked at Fletcher Martin Public Relations in Atlanta, Ga., where she was involved in a wide-range of accounts, including the Georgia Aquarium, law firm Thomas, Means, Gillis & Seay, P.C., National Distributing Company, the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification and Matador Distributing. Marks received her bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Florida.

Tilson was previously an assistant account executive with Miami-based Thorpe & Co., where he handled media relations, crisis management and public awareness campaigns for law firms, real estate developers and other Fortune 500 companies, among others. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English creative writing from the Florida State University and resides in Palmetto Bay.

“rbb is pleased to add these talented individuals to our business-to-business practice," said Christine Barney, CEO and managing partner of rbb Public Relations. "We’re excited that they’ve decided to further their careers at rbb and are confident they will provide excellent counsel and results to our clients.”

About rbb Public Relations Founded in 1975, rbb Public Relations, named 2005 "Boutique PR Agency of the Year" by PR WEEK, has offices in Miami and New York. The firm has gained a statewide and national reputation for strategic, results-oriented PR, with expertise in media relations, corporate communications, crisis counseling, product launches and special events. The firm’s capabilities encompass a variety of practice areas, including professional services, consumer products, crisis communications, travel & leisure, healthcare and real estate. For more information, call (305) 448-7450 or visit www.rbbpr.com.

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