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September 3, 2007
Christopher Wall Joins Porsche North America Public Relations Team
Atlanta – Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) announces the addition of Christopher Wall to its public relations team.
Wall comes to Porsche with more than 14 years of experience in media relations, marketing and sales management. In his role as Manager, Automotive Media and Product Information, Wall will be responsible mainly for the development and maintenance of key media relationships, and all product related communication activities within the automotive press.
“Chris’ extensive knowledge and expertise in a variety of disciplines will serve us well in an increasingly crowded and diverse media landscape,” said PCNA General Manager of Public Relations, Bernd Harling. “His arrival strengthens our ability to best serve our numerous audiences.”
With Wall’s arrival Bob Carlson’s responsibilities in the area of motor sports have been expanded. As Manager, Motorsports and Brand Heritage, he will focus on the dedicated communication of Porsche’s past and present accomplishments on and off the race track that have made the Company unique within the auto industry. Tony Fouladpour, Manager, Corporate Communications, is responsible for the areas of business and lifestyle media, social PR and internal communications. Gary Fong will continue to manage the Porsche press fleet. Together, the PR team strives to provide best-in-class service to the North American media and beyond.
Prior to his arrival at Porsche, Wall served as the Director of Public Relations and Marketing for Pirelli Motorcycle Tire Company overseeing all press activities as well as distributor, dealer and sales programs. Additionally, he held various management positions spanning a nine-year career at the Yamaha Motor Corporation.
Wall is a Georgia native and graduate of Kennesaw State University.
Posted by Frank at September 3, 2007 9:58 AM | Filed under Auto Marketing | Auto News | Porsche