UK-headquartered communications agency Portland Health has appointed Alfred Jacskon as a partner, a role that will see him work alongside the wider business and lead its US offerings.
He has over 20 years’ healthcare advocacy and public affairs experience, gained from working both agency-side and for biotech, pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
He said: “The opportunity to help Portland expand its impressive health footprint to the US market is an incredible opportunity.
“The Portland Health team recognise the importance of legislators, regulators and influencers in shaping the course of treatments, issues, companies and organisations in the US.”
In addition to his work in healthcare, Jackson also has broad experience in public affairs and government relations.
David Mackay, US general manager for Portland Health, said: “We are keen to build on the reputation that Portland has earned in the US and Alfred has the perfect mix of agency experience, senior leadership and strategic relationships across the health and government sectors to deepen our offering to US and global clients.
“We’re very excited to welcome Alfred to the Portland team.”