Havas Health announces acquisition of Just:: Health Communications

Havas Health today announced the acquisition of Just:: Health Communications, a leading London agency known for its innovative work and for providing services to global clients in public relations, medical communications, public affairs and digital communications. Just:: was founded in 2006 by Jennie Talman and Emma Crozier.

"The Havas Health network is a vital asset for the Havas Group's worldwide success," said Yannick Bollore, CEO, Havas Group. "This acquisition is a strategic investment in the PR space to further grow our brand footprint in global markets and to continue to strengthen our PR Global Collective."

According to Donna Murphy, CEO, Havas Health: "The acquisition of Just:: allows us to expand the reach of our Havas PR agencies, including Havas Life PR and H4B, both of which are integrated with and aligned to Havas Health and its operating companies. Jennie and Emma will report to me and will collaborate with our Havas Health leaders across the world. Additionally, they will join the leadership team that oversees the Havas PR Global Collective, which ensures our PR agencies worldwide are aligned on positioning, tools and talent development, while maintaining their operating independence. Just:: is a fantastic fit for Havas Health, as it broadens our service offer, bringing new key skills, new talent and innovative proprietary tools."

Just:: and Havas PR will begin collaborating immediately on global health and wellness campaigns. The senior team at Just::, led by Managing Director Kirsty Mearns, will continue to manage the London-based agency.

"It is very exciting to be joining Havas," said Talman. "We are looking forward to working with the Havas Health network and collaborating to provide an integrated service to clients across the world."

"We are looking forward to this new phase for Just::. We are confident that Havas shares our passion for the work and our approach to delivering fresh, innovative healthcare campaigns on behalf of our clients," added Crozier.

SOURCE Havas Health