Hill+Knowlton Strategies (H+K) is pleased to announce the addition of two new members in their Ottawa and Vancouver offices. Melissa Lemberg joins as a new Senior Consultant from Brisbane, Australia, bringing with her more than 10 years of communications experience. She most recently spent four years at Australia’s largest independent public relations company, following a professional period in London, England. Melissa will lend strategic and international insight to the integrated communications team at H+K Vancouver.
H+K also announced that Neil Desai has joined the agency in their Ottawa office. Neil has a deep understanding of government policies and public affairs, most recently serving as chief of staff to the minister of international development. He also served as the manager of strategic initiatives and stakeholder relations in the Prime Minister’s office where he led consultations and provided strategic advice on foreign affairs and competitiveness.