Centigrade Launches with Global Capabilities and
Established Agency Partners
Marketing Communications Agency Announces New Brand with Integrated Capabilities and
International Accounts
June 14, 2010 12:31 PM Eastern Daylight Time
LONDON--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Several international agency principals today announced the
formation of a new global marketing communications agency, Centigrade. The new marketing services group will
serve a comprehensive list of international and widely known brands such as Automobili Lamborghini, Breitling,
Caterpillar, DuPont, Knauf, Merck Serono, Sappi and ScanSource/Motorola. Centigrade was formed through the
merger and acquisition of several well-established agencies including the marketing communications agency
Hunterskil Howard in Europe and public relations firm Luxe Communications in the U.S., as well as the securing of a
number of well-known industry figures who will spearhead various international office outposts.
“We are very excited to announce the formation of Centigrade which will provide our clients with a cohesive, global
and integrated approach to all of their communications needs including Strategy & Research, Advertising, Marketing,
CRM, Digital, Events, Meetings and Incentives, and Public Relations,” stated Nick Matthews, Chairman and Joint
CEO of Centigrade International. “Our management team consists of some of the most experienced, brightest and
creative minds in the business. Our vision is to become a leading global marketing communications firm that delivers
unlimited thinking and measurable success for our clients across multiple geographies.”
Centigrade consists of seven offices worldwide including locations in Bournemouth, Brussels, Detroit, Eindhoven,
Geneva, London and Los Angeles. The executive management team includes Nick Matthews, Chairman and Joint
CEO; Julie Barnard, Vice Chairman and Joint CEO; Chris Ward, Operations Director; Barry Reading, Client
Services Director – International; Caroline Hollings, Managing Dir