York, PA. — GAVIN™, an award-winning brand communications agency serving fast-growth businesses and organizations focused on strategic marketing and communications initiatives across the country and globally, today announced the hiring of industry veteran Chris Daley as Vice President of Strategic Growth.
As client needs continue to evolve, Chis will lead the agency’s efforts to align innovative market offerings with client objectives, focused on the healthcare, education, government, business-to-business and consumer brand sectors. He will join the senior leadership team directing new client engagement efforts, advising on emerging go-to-market solutions, and expanding the agency’s presence in its priority markets.
Chris most recently served as Vice President of Strategic Communications for The Hospital and Health system Association of Pennsylvania (HAP), where he led internal and external communications for the trade organization representing more than 230 hospitals and health systems statewide. Prior to that, he ran his own consulting agency following a 12-year tenure at Maroon PR. During his time at Maroon PR, Chris led national accounts and directed integrated public relations and marketing campaigns across a diverse range of industries, including sports, nonprofit, healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, and consumer products. Clients he served included USA Football, Ripken Baseball, the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, the One Love Foundation, Big League Chew bubblegum, and VHC Health (formerly Virginia Hospital Center). In addition to client work, Chris played a pivotal role in driving business development and contributing to the agency’s growth.
“With the addition of Chris to our team, we are building upon our group of influential marketing professionals—bringing top advisors to our clients as we continue to stay ahead of emerging changes across their industries,” said Serena L. Spiezio, GAVIN’s EVP. “A distinct advantage of working with GAVIN is our undeniable market know-how. Our clients gain access to innovative thought leaders with hands-on experience, and Chris’ expertise further enhances our roster of talent focused on delivering big outcomes.”
GAVIN has been recognized nationally for excellence in public relations, brand strategy and company growth by Inc. Magazine and PRNews. In 2023, GAVIN was acquired by The YGS Group and together the two companies offer unrivaled expertise in all aspects of brand communications and customized marketing solutions.
Headquartered in York, The YGS Group is comprised of teams with deep industry knowledge across its companies—Association Solutions, Publisher Solutions, Print Solutions, Caskey, GregoryScott, and GAVIN—all united in delivering cutting-edge and tailored solutions for brands. YGS Print Solutions, a founding entity and brand, was established over 70 years ago.
About GAVIN™
GAVIN™, a part of The YGS Group, is a nationally recognized, award-winning brand communications agency serving regional, national and international clients in healthcare, education, government, manufacturing and business-to-business industries. The agency has won numerous prestigious industry awards including being named to Inc. Magazine’s influential Inc. 5000 2022 list, winning a PRNews Agency Elite Top 100 award and being honored as one of Central Penn Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania. Headquartered in downtown York, PA, with offices in Philadelphia and Baltimore, MD, GAVIN provides expert public relations, crisis communications, brand strategy, media buying, and digital advertising services. For more information, visit www.Evolving-Influence.com.
