Tom Blackwell to join M:Communications as Managing Director for Russia

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Leading international financial communications company, M:Communications, has appointed Tom Blackwell to spearhead the growth of the firm’s business in Russia.  He will be based in Moscow.

Tom Blackwell comes to M:Communications from The PBN Company, where he worked for more than seven years, including for the last four years as Managing Director of PBN’s Moscow office.  Among other responsibilities, Blackwell led the development of the firm’s financial communications business in Russia.

Nick Miles, co-founder of M:Communications, said:  “Tom is one of the most respected financial PR professionals in the Russian market and we are delighted to have him onboard.  With his more than 10 years on the ground in Russia and the CIS, as well as his substantial experience advising on Russian IPOs, M&A and other transactions, we have found the right person to expand M:’s presence in the region.”

M:Communications already has a long and successful history advising some of the region’s leading corporates, including Basic Element, ENRC, Polymetal, Rolf, Rusal, Sibir Energy and Volga Resources. “This additional on-the-ground capacity in Moscow and coverage of the Russia-based media and financial community will add a critical new dimension to the firm’s Russian offering,” added Miles.

Tom Blackwell said:  “M:’s deep understanding and appreciation of the Russian market set it apart very favourably from its international peers.  The outstanding calibre of its people, the firm’s entrepreneurial business model as well as its substantial coverage of London and other relevant financial centres will all contribute to M:’s considerable success in the Russian market.  I look forward to being a part of that success.”

M:Communications is part of the King Worldwide group of companies, which already have a significant footprint in the CIS.  Other group companies currently include 16 listed Russian companies as clients.  The firm’s new Moscow office will provide a base to develop this business further. 

For more information:

Tom Blackwell +7 919 102 9064

Nick Miles: +44 20 7920 2330

Stuart Leasor: +44 20 7920 2317