Waggener Edstrom appoints new account director

Waggener Edstrom has announced the appointment of Matt Foster as an account director within its growing healthcare practice.

Mr Foster will be tasked with leading work on a selection of the team's UK and global pharmaceutical and corporate healthcare accounts, specialising in areas such as ethical pharmaceuticals, patient group relations and digital healthcare.

He joins the agency from Hill and Knowlton Strategies and will bring extensive experience in the fields of product PR, advocacy relations and digital campaigns to the role.

The new recruit said he has been an admirer of Waggener Edstrom's entrepreneurial qualities for some time.

Anna Gray, vice-president for healthcare at the agency, added: "Healthcare is a priority for the agency, which is being backed up with significant investment by the company. Matt is a highly talented individual and we are thrilled that he has joined us."

Waggener Edstrom serves healthcare sector clients such as Lilly and Shire, as well as major brands including Microsoft, Skype and Xerox.