Staff Reporters
May 16, 2011

Edelman hires Derek Ng to drive China growth for Starbucks

ASIA-PACIFIC - Independent public relations firm Edelman has appointed Derek Ng as regional relationship manager for Starbucks, with a special emphasis on China.

Derek Ng rejoins Edelman on its Starbucks account
Derek Ng rejoins Edelman on its Starbucks account

In his new role, Ng will oversee Starbucks across the region, with a special emphasis on China. 

He will be responsible for providing counsel to senior global Starbucks clients, overseeing client work streams and upholding the quality of work by Edelman teams. Ng will also ensure the firm meets the client's strategic priorities, create a strong integrated team across the region and China and provide common senior regional leadership and market-specific expertise. 

Speaking of Ng's appointment, Adashek said, “Our relationship with Starbucks is extremely valuable. The announced goal of making China Starbucks’ 'second home market' as well as their continued growth across Asia makes the addition of Derek to our team all the more valuable. Derek will assure we continue to deliver the highest level of service, fresh ideas, and strategic counsel in China and across the region.” 

Ng joins from Burson-Marstellar Singapore as director of government communications. He rejoins Edelman following a previous spell as corporate director on the Starbucks China account among others. 

 

Source:
Campaign Asia

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