Friday, May 20, 2016
OPEN Health is pleased to announce its acquisition of specialist medical communications agency, Choice Healthcare Solutions (CHS). CHS will now rebrand under the OPEN Health Medical Communications agency Succinct and will fall under the management of the Succinct CEO, Rob Barker. The move strengthens the international offering of OPEN Health, extending its reach across key markets, from London to Chicago and Dubai. Currently one of Europe’s largest healthcare communications groups, OPEN Health’s 230-strong team will now be joined by an additional 40 experienced professionals from CHS.
Commenting on the acquisition, Chief Operating Officer of OPEN Health, Sandy Royden said, “The range of specialist agencies across OPEN Health allows us to provide a full-service offering to our clients – from medical communications and market access to cutting-edge digital and public relations. The acquisition of CHS is a pivotal step in strengthening our international offering in this space and adds world-leading global publication planning to our growing portfolio.”
CHS is an international agency dedicated to creating and delivering a range of world-class medical communications solutions for the international pharmaceutical industry. CHS was formed in 2000 and works with leading Pharmaceutical companies across the world, operating out of its headquarters in London and regional offices in Chicago and Dubai.
Margaret Vernon, Chief Executive Officer of CHS said “Combining our expertise and resources with the OPEN Health family opens up a wealth of opportunities, for both our personnel and clients. Together, we will be able to offer extensive and creative programmes capable of delivering brand excellence across all markets. This an exciting time for both companies and we look forward to a busy year ahead.”
Succinct communications was acquired by OPEN Health in February 2012 and has grown from strength to strength over the past five years. It now addresses a full spectrum of medical communications and publication needs, from strategic landscape analysis and stakeholder partnerships to brand planning and execution.
“Choice is a valuable and exciting addition to the Succinct family,” said Rob Barker, CEO of Succinct “Our international expansion brings great opportunity and will allow us to provide a comprehensive and industry-leading service to clients.”
Source : openhealth.co.uk
