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Tony Tao to drive Edelman as MD in key areas

Edelman, a leading global communications and marketing firm, has appointed Tony Tao as managing director, corporate reputation, Southeast Asia. Tao is one of several regional specialists in Edelman. He has expertise in the US, ASEAN and China sectors. Prior to the new position, Tao worked with Edelman in China for 16 years, leading successful offices in Shanghai and Guangzhou. In his new position, Tao will lead senior counsel to major corporate clients across Southeast Asia, and deepen Edelman's specialization in executive positioning, employee engagement, social purpose, crisis, risk and training.

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