Spectrum Science Communications Promotes Amanda Sellers to Vice President

WASHINGTON, DC (February 27, 2009) – Spectrum Science Communications has promoted Amanda Sellers, a professional known for her talent, sound instincts and leadership ability, to Vice President. Sellers will continue to lead accounts in the areas of women’s health, pain management and oncology while playing a larger role in the firm’s business development and staff development efforts.

Sellers joined Spectrum in 2004, and has since steadily risen through the ranks while achieving success on numerous product launch, patient education and public affairs campaigns.

"Rarely in a person’s career do you come across a colleague who not only possesses unparalleled skills, but the ability to teach and develop those skills in others,” said John J. Seng, Founder and President. “Amanda’s talent, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to the firm’s growth will continue to be an asset to Spectrum.”

“I’ve always believed strongly Spectrum is the right place for any communications professional who is passionate about health communications and eager to learn,” said Sellers. “At Spectrum, I’ve been given the opportunity to be part of a team committed to being the best in the field, and I’m excited to take on new challenges as Vice President that will continue to build that team.”

Amanda has developed a particular expertise in the complexities of pharmaceutical product approvals and launches. Notably, she led communication efforts surrounding the first drug approved specifically for African Americans. She has also managed numerous patient education campaigns, including a multi-year campaign educating diabetes patients about their risk for heart disease.

Spectrum is the leading health science communications practice among firms in Washington, DC, employing more than 45 staff, and serving pharmaceutical, biotechnology, patient advocacy, and hospital clients throughout the U.S.

Founded by Seng in 1996, Spectrum Science Communications is committed to achieving the goals of clients who are involved with issues, products, provider services or research in life and human health sciences. A full-service agency, Spectrum provides strategic marketing communications, advocacy relations, public affairs, online communications and design services. For more information, go to www.spectrumscience.com.

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