Hall & Partners Names Managing Partner in New York

Brand and communications research specialist Hall & Partners has appointed Mark Stapylton as Managing Partner in its New York office.

The firm also has offices in London, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, Shanghai, Sydney, Paris, Berlin and Singapore.

Stapylton joins the firm with more than 25 years' experience in research-based consulting, gained in both the US and UK. Most recently, he worked as Managing Partner at online communities specialist PluggedIN, prior to which he spent nearly a decade in the post of SVP of Brand and Communications at Harris Interactive. During his career, Stapylton has also held senior positions at Wirthlin Worldwide, Knowledge Networks, Research International, AC Nielsen and Young & Rubicam.

'Mark's vast experience working on brand and communications research will benefit our clients, in understanding social emotion and evaluating brand engagement,' states Worldwide CEO Vanella Jackson. 'He has a passion for innovation and exploring new ways to support clients in building engaging brands, and will be an exceptional and inspiring leader of the New York office.'

Web site: www.hallandpartners.com .