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# Maryland news from Media Works, Marriner and Abel
- URL: https://capitolcommunicator.com/maryland-news-from-media-works-marriner-and-abel/
- Published: 2025-06-19T17:23:35.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-08T23:45:44.000Z
- Author: Jeffrey Davis
- Tags: PR, Agency, Communications, Maryland News, #wp-top-right-sponsored, #Import 2026-10-08 18:55

**Media Works in Baltimore announced it has secured four new contracts in the past 18 months totaling more than $105 million** in new business across sectors including energy, healthcare, home services, and government—fueling a 57% increase in staff. Major wins include multi-year contracts across diverse sectors with a Fortune 500 company, a leading healthcare technology company, a national home services network, and[ the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency](https://capitolcommunicator.com/two-baltimore-agencies-win-maryland-lottery-contract/).

At the end of 2025, President **Michele Selby**, left in main photo, will shift into a new role as a strategic consultant and member of the Media Works Board of Directors, after nearly 20 years helping to shape the firm’s success. Effective January 2026, **Melissa Davis**, VP of People and Organizational Development, will assume the role of President. Four additional senior leaders have been promoted to Senior Vice President roles: **Beth Cyphers**, SVP of Marketing and Growth; **Colleen Winterling**, SVP of Digital Technology and Data; **Halley Firestone**, SVP of Research and Innovation; and **Monica Lazarus**, SVP of Operations and Planning

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**Marriner Marketing in Columbia has been named an agency partner by Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA**, one of North America’s largest coffee roasters. The relationship will focus on strategic marketing and e-commerce initiatives designed to strengthen the company’s presence in U.S. retail and foodservice channels. The Massimo Zanetti portfolio includes household brands such as Kauai Coffee®, Chock full o’Nuts®, Segafredo Zanetti®, and Hills Bros.® Coffee, along with private label solutions for leading retailers.

**Abel Communications in Baltimore announced the expansion of its client portfolio** with the addition of Soccer Shots, a national youth soccer program, and Rider Jet Center, an aviation fixed-base operator. Additionally, the agency has new projects to support the Jewish Museum of Maryland, CHAI Comprehensive Housing Assistance Inc., and The Edward A. Myerberg Center.

*Main photo: Media Works president Michele Selby, left, and Melissa Davis*