Tim Turpin Joins Venture Capital-Focused
Public Relations Firm
SAN
FRANCISCO, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
CodePR, a boutique communications agency
amplifying the brands of VC firms and innovative startups, today
announced that Tim Turpin, former
Sparkpr Executive Vice President and head of its Venture Capital
and Emerging Technologies Practice, has joined as a Partner.
With over 20 years of experience in public relations and
marketing, Turpin brings significant experience developing and
executing successful communications strategies for founders of
innovative technology companies, venture capital firms, and their
portfolio companies. He rejoins his former colleagues Mary Magnani and Michael
Celiceo, who founded the firm three years ago and have built
an impressive roster of VC clients.
"We started CodePR to provide senior support to venture capital
firms of all sizes looking to raise their profile with specific
audiences," said co-founder Mary
Magnani. "Tim's remarkable depth of experience and his
proven track record in public relations for venture capital and
emerging technologies fit that profile and make him an invaluable
addition. His strategic vision aligns perfectly with our mission to
elevate the profiles of innovative firms and their groundbreaking
work."
Turpin was recruited into Sparkpr in 2007 and successfully built
the firm's venture capital practice. Over the 16+ years at Spark,
he led work for top firms including NEA, IVP, Mayfield, NewView
Capital (NVC), DCM, Fifth Wall, Floodgate, Questa Capital, TDK
Ventures, Verizon Ventures, and Virgin Green Fund. He orchestrated
media launches for firms including NVC, National Grid Partners, UP
Partners, MetaVC Partners and several others. Prior to joining
Sparkpr, Tim spent seven-plus years at The OutCast Agency.
"CodePR has built a great reputation, a strong identity and
sense of purpose, along with a tight-knit, senior team that is
highly motivated to do excellent work for venture capital firms
around the world," said Turpin. "I'm excited for this next phase in
my career of partnering with investors and entrepreneurs while
helping CodePR continue to work with only the best firms."
About CodePR
CodePR is a premier advisory firm
specializing in media relations services, primarily catering to
venture capital firms and innovative businesses. The firm leverages
its extensive expertise in media relations, alongside robust social
media and content marketing strategies, to create customized
campaigns that align with the unique goals and needs of its
clients. With a strong focus on facilitating meaningful connections
and enhancing visibility, CodePR is committed to driving progress
and delivering results that propel its clients' businesses
forward.
Media Contact
Michael
Celiceo
michaelc@codepr.com
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