McCarthy Seamlessly Transitions From Group Director Role to Lead Department Growth
DEERFIELD, Ill., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --Â The Specialized Marketing Group Inc. (TSMGI), an award-winning global sports, event and promotional marketing agency, today announced the promotion of Andrew McCarthy to Vice President, Sports Marketing and Events.
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