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    “Wicked” and “Agatha All Along” win top honors at ICG Publicists Awards

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    Cynthia Erivo (l) and Ariana Grande in a scene from “Wicked.” (photo courtesy of Universal Pictures)
    BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. --

    The Publicists of the International Cinematographers Guild (ICG, IATSE Local 600) unveiled the winners of the 62nd Annual ICG Publicists Awards on Friday (2/28) at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.

    The Maxwell Weinberg Awards for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign and Television Publicity Campaign were awarded to “Wicked” (Universal Pictures) and “Agatha All Along” (Marvel Television / Walt Disney Studios / Disney+), respectively. Bill Mona (Disney) won the Les Mason Award for Career Achievement in Publicity. Unit publicist Rachael Roth won the Publicist of the Year Award.

    Kathy Bates accepted the Television Showperson of the Year Award, celebrating her decades-long career and recently acclaimed role as the title character in CBS’s 2024 remake of “Matlock.” Director Kat Coiro, who works with Bates on “Matlock,” presented the award.

    “I have to thank the guild for this really lovely award, it’s totally unexpected,” said Bates. “When I first started out in this business, having the publicists guide me through was so comforting. I so appreciate your help. I want to congratulate all of you, all the nominees and winners.”

    Chiabella James was presented with the honor for Excellence in Unit Still Photography – Motion Picture, and Michele K. Short took the award for Excellence in Unit Still Photography – Television. Perri Nemiroff from “Collider” won the Press Award and John Nugent from “Empire Magazine” (UK) took home the International Media Award.

    The Bob Yeager Award for Community Service went to publicist Ngoc Nguygen. Nguyen’s advocacy includes championing the AAPI community, women’s rights, women in sports, anti-bullying measures and cancer research.

    Long-time ICG Publicist Awards chair Tim Menke accepted the Henri Bollinger Award for Special Merit. Named after the late award-winning entertainment industry publicist Henri Bollinger, his wife Sandy Bollinger presented the award.

    “Who knows what course my career would have taken had I not been influenced by the people I’ve encountered working on these awards,” Menke said. “I call it a journey well traveled.”

    During his on-stage remarks, the ICG national executive director Alex Tonisson highlighted the ICG’s commitment to the “Keep California Rolling” campaign, coordinated by the Entertainment Union Coalition, supporting California Governor Newsom’s inclusion of an expanded $750 million annual California Film & Television Jobs Program in the 2025-2026 budget.

    The ICG also thanked its event sponsors for support of the guild’s publicists. Proceeds from sponsorships go to the Local 600 Hardship Fund which provides grants to members affected by natural disasters nationwide, including those impacted by the recent Los Angeles wildfires. A portion of the proceeds will also be dedicated to the Preservation and Scholarship Fund, which provides educational sponsorships for ICG Local 600 members, as well as their descendants.

    Here’s a full rundown of today’s winners:

    62nd Annual ICG Publicists Awards Winners

    MAXWELL WEINBERG AWARD FOR MOTION PICTURE PUBLICITY CAMPAIGN
    The union publicists who worked on publicity campaigns on behalf of:
    “Wicked” (Universal Pictures)

    MAXWELL WEINBERG AWARD FOR TELEVISION PUBLICITY CAMPAIGN
    The union publicists who worked on publicity campaigns on behalf of:
    “Agatha All Along” (Marvel Television / Walt Disney Studios / Disney+)

    TELEVISION SHOWPERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD
    Kathy Bates

    LES MASON AWARD FOR CAREER ACHIEVEMENT IN PUBLICITY
    Bill Mona, Disney

    PUBLICIST OF THE YEAR AWARD
    Rachael Roth, Unit Publicist

    EXCELLENCE IN UNIT STILL PHOTOGRAPHY AWARD – MOTION PICTURE
    Chiabella James

    EXCELLENCE IN UNIT STILL PHOTOGRAPHY AWARD – TELEVISION
    Michele K. Short

    PRESS AWARD
    Perri Nemiroff, “Collider”

    INTERNATIONAL MEDIA AWARD
    John Nugent, “Empire Magazine” (UK)

    BOB YEAGER AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
    Ngoc Nguyen

    HENRI BOLLINGER AWARD FOR SPECIAL MERIT
    Tim Menke

    Tags:Agatha All AlongICG Publicists AwardsInternational Cinematographers GuildKathy BatesWicked



    OvareGroup appoints Heidi Singleton as chief creative officer

    Thursday, February 27, 2025
    Heidi Singleton (photo: Business Wire)

    OvareGroup, an independent media and marketing communications company, has appointed Heidi Singleton as the first chief creative officer of its three Louisville-based creative agencies: AdCucina, &Well, and PowerScoppechio.

    “Heidi’s appointment represents our continued investment in building a world-class creative organization,” said Brandi Lafontaine, CEO of OvareGroup. “Her extensive experience in elevating agency capabilities and fostering innovative work aligns perfectly with our vision as we continue to grow and serve long-standing client relationships.”

    Singleton joins OvareGroup from FCB, where she served as president and chief creative officer of New Honor Society. With 25 years of industry experience, Singleton began her career as a copywriter, developing new brands for Purina and Miller Brewing Company. Her extensive portfolio includes work for global brands such as Microsoft, Hallmark, and Logitech. Throughout her career, she has championed purpose-driven creativity and brand storytelling, leading innovative campaigns that help brands connect more authentically with their audiences.

    “Louisville represents a unique intersection of iconic American brands and genuine Southern hospitality,” said Singleton. “There’s tremendous opportunity here to elevate our creative approach and establish Louisville as a creative force. My goal is to drive disruptive creativity that helps brands punch above their weight and impact culture for the better.”

    With offices across Louisville, Miami, Buenos Aires, and Toronto, OvareGroup continues to strengthen its creative capabilities throughout the Americas. The network serves a diverse roster of clients spanning multiple industries, from American restaurant brands to global... Read More

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