February 19, 2020, NEW YORK – Evoke KYNE, an award-winning health communications agency is proud to announce the election of Michael Grela, Senior Vice President, Head of Marketing as Vice President of the Society for Health Communication, a professional society working to advance the field of health communication. At Evoke KYNE, Michael is responsible for the oversight and management of key client engagements in the global public health and biopharmaceutical space with a focus social impact and patient advocacy, in addition to leading the agency’s global brand and marketing strategies. He has been a member of the Society’s Steering Committee since 2017.

“I look forward to working with Michael to continue to expand the Society’s reach and impact. His expertise will be invaluable in positioning our members as thought leaders in the field,” said Terry Savage, Vice President, Westat and newly elected President of the Society.

In partnership with the Society’s leadership team including Ms. Savage, newly elected Member-at-Large, Shelly Spoeth of the American Cancer Society, and Erin Norvell, Executive Director, Michael will use his creative health communications, marketing and branding skills to advance membership engagement and help chart a new path for the Society in 2020.

“Evoke KYNE congratulates Michael on this important industry recognition and for his impressive contributions to helping people live healthier lives,” said David Kyne, CEO, Evoke KYNE. “His appointment showcases our collective commitment to using communications as a powerful health intervention and our dedication to advancing the field of health communication.”