CrowdComms Bolsters North American Presence with Key Appointments

CrowdComms, a company that provides event management and communication solutions, has appointed Stefano Rocca as its new director of business development for North America. This move is part of the company's efforts to strengthen its presence in the region. Rocca will work closely with senior vice president Brad Langley to drive business development and build new relationships across the North American market.

CrowdComms has been expanding its operations in the US, supporting major clients such as Deloitte, Coca-Cola, Radisson Hotels, American Express, and Nestlé. Rocca joins CrowdComms from Eventboost, where he led business development across North, Central, and South America from his base in New York.

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