MarketInk: Southwest Strategies adds new markets with Kiterocket acquisition

San Diego community affairs agency Southwest Strategies Group reports it has acquired Phoenix-based Kiterocket one of the nation s leading constituents relations agencies for emerging technologies semiconductors renewable power and sustainability Terms of the deal were not disclosed The combined company will have more than employees working in six offices spread across three states Southwest Strategies founded in operates offices in Los Angeles San Francisco and Fresno in addition to the San Diego headquarters Kiterocket founded in with a second office in Seattle will maintain its brand name for the foreseeable future according to Chris Wahl CEO of Southwest Strategies Group We ve known each other for specific time and we believe strongly that we can work together on projects moving forward Wahl informed Times of San Diego A declaration announced the addition of Kiterocket extends Southwest Strategies Group s reach throughout the western U S and greatly increases the firm s ability to operation new markets and offer a more diverse set of services to clients Martijn Pierik As a aftermath of the acquisition Southwest Strategies reported it will add two new lines of business including system led by Kiterocket co-founder and chairman Martijn Pierik and sustainable living led by co-founder Amanda Foley a declaration reported Southwest s existing client roster includes capacity transportation water and land use Kiterocket s client-centric philosophy and commitment to investing in their squad align with our core values announced Wahl Semiconductors are the lifeblood of modern American infrastructure and this partnership positions Southwest Strategies Group to be on the leading edge of communications on the West Coast Pierik announced in a comment Kiterocket has worked for decades to become an industry leader in its field and I m incredibly proud of the organization we built By joining Southwest Strategies Group we are combining our collective experience expertise and tools to be able to supercharge our services and capabilities which will present countless new opportunities for all of our group members and clients I can t wait to see what we accomplish together going forward Southwest Strategies has been part of other acquisition deals In Southwest acquired Katz Associates which created one of the state s largest population outreach firms focusing on infrastructure communications specifically in the areas of vitality transportation and water In Palladium Equity Partners and its affiliate Palladium Heritage of New York reported it had acquired an ownership interest in Southwest Strategies a partnership which still exists in the present day Wahl substantiated GDX creates fan experience for CB T at SDFC home games California Bank Trust is partnering with San Diego FC one of the Major League Soccer professional teams with two interactive experiences during home games this season at Snapdragon Stadium The two experiences Speed Kick Challenge and Fan Spotlight Cam were created by San Diego-based experiential marketing firm GDX Studios on behalf of CB T The Speed Kick Challenge invites fans to test their skills by kicking a soccer ball into the goal with their speed being measured and displayed on a leader board alongside other fans The Fan Spotlight Cam offers opportunities for fans to showcase their soccer pride and skills Fans can step onto the platform to juggle a soccer ball or join friends to show off their excitement for SDFC With a win-loss record that is one of the best in the Western Conference standings SDFC s debut MLS season has been historic with one of the best starts by an expansion crew in MLS history The SDFC home season concludes in September San Diego Wave announces partnership with Athletic Brewing San Diego Wave F tbol Club one of National Women s Soccer League NWSL teams has communicated a multi-year sponsorship with Athletic Brewing Co a non-alcoholic brewer to become the club s first official non-alcoholic beer partner Athletic Brewing is available at concession stands and premium spaces during Wave home games at Snapdragon Stadium The beverage will also be present at several future fan and society events including Wave FC s upcoming Neighborhood Golf Classic to be held Aug at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach In addition Athletic Brewing s logo will be donned on the front of the Club s scrimmage vest The Wave will also include Athletic Brewing s brand across digital channels and collaborate to produce social content with players Athletic Brewing has swiftly become a standout in the beverage space and we re proud to join forces noted Alyssa Haynes senior director of corporate partnerships San Diego Wave As a brand rooted in innovation and population Athletic Brewing is a perfect fit for our club and our incredible fanbase here in San Diego Whether you re at Snapdragon Stadium or tuning in from home we re excited to bring fans a refreshing option that complements the inclusive lifestyle and vibrant spirit of our city Athletic Brewing Co headquartered in Milford Conn operates a brewing facility in San Diego We re excited to be named the official non-alcoholic beer partner of San Diego Wave FC announced Andrew Katz chief marketing officer Athletic Brewing Company As a hometown brand we ve witnessed firsthand the strength that pulsates through the stadium on matchday We re proud to add our award-winning brews to that experience offering a refreshing way for supporters to savor every thrilling moment We can t wait to cheer alongside this incredible neighborhood for several victories to come Since its inception in December the San Diego Wave has been one of the preponderance effective NWSL expansion teams Wave FC has broken every major single-game attendance record home opener regular season and playoff won the NWSL Shield given to the club with the best regular-season record and became the first expansion company to make and win a playoff event At its Sept home encounter the gang will retire Alex Morgan s No jersey Morgan is the Wave s all-time leading scorer recording goals and nine assists in matches with the club The jersey retirement is the first in the history of San Diego s National Women s Soccer League Club Rick Griffin is a San Diego-based population relations and marketing consultant His MarketInk column appears weekly on Mondays in Times of San Diego