ASIA PACIFIC, 18 August 2022 – The PRCA APAC NextGen Group has today announced AnyMind Group’s Chris Lu as Co-chair.

Olivia Burton, Senior Account Manager at Redhill will be stepping down as Co-chair and member of the PRCA APAC NextGen Group.

The PRCA APAC NextGen Group aims to equip young and mid-level practitioners in the region with the tools they need to progress their career, whether that is by organising events, networking sessions, research-driven insights, or tailored support and advice for individuals.

Chris Lu, Regional Head, Communications and Marketing, AnyMind Group said:

“The past couple of years have highlighted the value and strategic impact that effective communications can bring to organisations globally, amidst a background of evolving business and technological needs. It is against this backdrop that the next generation of communications practitioners now find themselves in and building on what my predecessors have done including publishing an experience-filled flipbook and insightful and digestible podcast series for aspiring practitioners, we’ll continue to pave the way for new talent to enter the industry.”

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