MIAMI – February 9, 2007 – rbb Public Relations announced today the addition of a new executive to the firm’s Coral Gables office. Laura Pellegrini has joined as senior account executive to focus on the firm’s professional services and consumer clients. Prior to joining rbb, Pellegrini honed her writing and media relations skills during her tenure at Cohn & Wolfe, a full-service public relations firm in Toronto. Pellegrini led a variety of consumer accounts including eBay Canada and Corby Distilleries. Most recently, she worked at Thorp & Company, a public relations firm in Coral Gables, where she developed her client management skills and led a variety of professional services and special events accounts including the multinational law firm Hogan & Hartson LLP and the Miami International Boat Show.

Active in the local community, Pellegrini is a member of the Miami Chamber of Commerce. Pellegrini graduated from Ryerson University in Toronto with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She currently resides in Miami Beach. “rbb is pleased to add this talented individual to our firm," said Christine Barney, CEO and managing partner of rbb Public Relations. "Pellegrini brings with her a strong background in media relations, both on the regional and national level, as well as in corporate communications, community relations and special events.”

About rbb Public Relations Founded in 1975, rbb Public Relations, named 2005 "Boutique PR Agency of the Year" by PR WEEK, is based in Miami. 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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Media Contact: rbb Public Relations / Christine Barney Christine.Barney@rbbpr.com Direct: 305-448-7456 / Cell: 305-807-5831

Honored as “2005 Boutique Agency of the Year” by PRWEEK