Winston-Salem, N.C. 

Pam Cook-Longworth, former news manager with ABC-45/UPN48, has joined Annese Public Relations, Inc. (APR) as Director of Client Services.

Cook-Longworth has more than 15 years experience in media, primarily in television news. Most recently she was the news manager for the local ABC and UPN affiliate. At APR, Cook-Longworth will be responsible for account services, event planning, media planning and media training.

"This is an exciting time for me to be able to work for a great company in the piedmont," said Cook-Longworth. "I look forward to using my television experiences to help our clients."

"Annese Public Relations has the strongest team of public relations professionals in the Triad with the addition of Pam Cook-Longworth.  She brings a depth and breadth of knowledge about communications and area resources that complement the skills and expertise of our staff," said Betsy Annese, president.

Cook-Longworth earned a B.A. in Public Relations from Appalachian State University. During her years at ASU she landed an internship, which lead to her first television job at WGHP in High Point. Cook-Longworth has worked at other television stations including WFMY, WCNC, and WXLV. She has been a news director twice in her career. Cook-Longworth also has experience in local television sales.  

Annese Public Relations Inc., located in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem, is a full service public relations agency that focuses on strategic communications planning. The business provides publicity, event planning and media training services as well as a number of other communications services. Company principals have more than 50 years of combined experience in the news media, corporate communications and strategic planning.