Valerie Pinto will join APCO in October as Managing Director of India and Executive Director of Corporate, Asia. Announced by CEO Brad Staples, her appointment marks a strategic move to strengthen APCO’s presence in India and Asia. Previously CEO of Weber Shandwick India, Valerie is known for her innovative, content-first approach and redefining corporate communications. At APCO, she will lead strategic growth for corporate clients across Asia, working closely with teams in the Middle East, Japan, Singapore, Southeast Asia, and China to drive integrated, insight-driven solutions and expand APCO’s regional footprint.