Cullen Communications has announced that Matthew Walsh has been promoted to the position of Client Manager where he will take responsibility for a portfolio of accounts including, Daikin, CEWE, Craghoppers, Dare 2b and others.
A young graduate with a MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications and a BA in Communications Studies from DCU, Matthew joined Cullen Communications as part of the agency’s internship programme in early 2021. After a successful internship, he was appointed to a permanent position in 2021 before becoming a full Client Executive in 2022 and then Senior Client Executive in 2023.
During his time with Cullen Communications – the current PRCA Agency of the Year – Matthew has worked with a range of clients including HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) specialist Daikin, European photo printing leader CEWE, outdoor clothing group Regatta, and kitchen/furniture supplier N.A.A.
Commenting on the appointment, Owen Cullen, Managing Director of Cullen Communications, said: “We are delighted with Matthew’s progress and did not have to think too long about the decision to promote him to Client Manager. He has been an outstanding addition to the team and has strengthened our capabilities in terms of media strategy, social and digital content, influencer marketing and other areas.”
“Matthew’s promotion underlines the importance of developing young careers in the Irish PR industry,” Owen said. “Our internship programme is a valuable source of graduate talent, and it becomes a huge win-win when somebody like Matthew rises through the agency ranks to become a senior member of the agency team. We are always on the look-out for talent.”
