Nuanu onboards new PR manager

Kiana Harvey has joined the team at strategic communications group, Sound Story, as Senior Publicist. She will work alongside client SCA, focusing on 2DayFM Breakfast with Nath & Emma, Triple M Breakfast with Beau, Cat & Woodsy, and LiSTNR Podcasts. She has wrapped up her time at ARN as Publicist. Prior to this, Kiana was at NOVA, Seven and Southern Cross Austereo. 

PRCA APAC has announced the launch of the PRCA APAC Future Leaders Award 2026. It recognises emerging talent studying or working in marketing, PR, and communications across the region.

Participants are invited to submit an essay exploring the evolving PR and communications landscape in Asia Pacific. The registration deadline is 8^th May 2026, with submissions due by 15^th May 2026.

The organisation has also introduced PRCA APAC Rising Professionals Network (formerly known as the Next Gen Group). The network aims to bring together PR and communications professionals across Asia Pacific to help shape programmes and initiatives supporting the next generation of industry talent. Applications close on 4^th May 2026.

Details on award registration and network applications can be found online.

Agnes Poon has started a new role as Marketing & Communications Manager, Greater China & APAC at Marc Jacobs. In her latest remit, she oversees marketing, PR, and communications strategies for the Greater China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia markets. She also aims to drive regional brand growth, localise global campaigns, and increase Marc Jacobs’ brand awareness.

Based in Hong Kong, Agnes joined the brand in 2024 to assist with its APAC PR and marketing. Prior to that, she developed her fashion and lifestyle comms know-how at companies including PORTS, FERRAGAMO and I.T.