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Paige Marketing Communications Group has named nine-year employee Carrie McMurray to an enhanced role supporting client strategic planning and brand development.

"Ms. McMurray’s promotion to Planning Director reflects the significant changes we’ve seen in the U.S. and international markets," stated Nancy Pattarini, Paige Group president & CEO. "While we have long stressed the importance of market positioning and brand relevance, the global recession has caused a renewed focus on establishing a clear competitive distinction."

As Account Planning Director, McMurray will support the agency’s account management team with program planning and conducting the agency’s customized brand development workshops. She also will continue to oversee the agency’s new business development efforts.

McMurray began at the agency in 2000 as an account manager and was named a senior account manager a year later. In 2003, she was promoted to director of account services. The Frankfort, NY resident has 12 years of experience in the communications industry, specializing in marketing communications in both B2B and consumer markets. Her career began in television production and advertising sales for stations in Rochester and Utica.

She has provided consulting and facilitation services related to mission/vision development, internal communications programs and brand development. McMurray also has been a guest speaker and conducted seminars for national, state, and regional organizations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from SUNY Fredonia.

Paige Group, headquartered at 258 Genesee Street, Utica, New York offers a full spectrum of marketing and strategic communications services. The firm has been in business for over 40 years.