Zehnder Communications Expands Capabilities with New Integrated Communications Department, Promotes Allison Stiel to Vice President

NEW ORLEANS - Zehnder Communications, a fully integrated advertising agency serving regional, national and global companies, today announced the expansion of its capabilities with a new Integrated Communications Department. Allison Stiel has been promoted to vice president and will lead the newly established department, blending traditional media, digital channels and social media platforms. 

“At Zehnder, going beyond to serve our clients is one of our key tenets. Our new Integrated Communications Department unifies public relations and social networking strategies to heighten brand awareness and engage audiences in more meaningful ways,” says Zehnder’s Chief Executive Officer Henry Chassaignac.

Zehnder’s Integrated Communications Department will utilize comprehensive, strategic plans to seamlessly blend traditional media, digital channels and social platforms. Through authentic storytelling and genuine relationships with media, influencers, content creators and online communities, Zehnder will seek to amplify brands and engage audiences in meaningful ways. 

“In today's always-on world, audiences aren’t just reading the news; they're creating it, sharing it, and responding to it in real time. I’m excited to build on our strengths to reach audiences in all the places where they consume news and drive data-rich results for our clients,” said Vice President of Integrated Communications Allison Stiel. 

With over 20 years of experience, Stiel has led strategies across various industries, including technology, hospitality, travel, food and beverage, finance and healthcare. She earned her bachelor’s degree in mass communications from LSU in 1999 and joined Zehnder in 2005.