Climate Tech PR Firm Technica Communications Wins Gold in Golden Bridge Awards

Account Director Sarah Malpeli wins Woman of the Year for her expertise in securing global media attention for climate tech startups, including those in sustainable aviation and the automotive industry.

[PALO ALTO, Calif.] – August 3, 2023 – Technica Communications was recently honored with a Gold award from the 15th Annual Golden Bridge Awards program, organized by The Globee Awards. The award recognized Technica Account Director Sarah Malpeli as the Woman of the Year in Business & the Professions for her leadership in securing global media coverage for sustainable aviation and automotive clients. 

With a career spanning over two decades, Sarah Malpeli has established herself as a strategic thinker and a skilled storyteller in multiple industries. Her leadership on Technica client accounts such as Tritium and ZeroAvia helped secure nearly $66.6 million in ad value equivalency (AVE) 2022 and placements in mainstream media outlets, including Time, CNN, NBC, Bloomberg, and Reuters. 

“We are thrilled to see Sarah’s expertise and dedication to her clients honored by the Golden Bridge Awards,” said Lisa Ann Pinkerton, founder and CEO of Technica. “Sarah thrives on the challenges of the evolving communications landscape and remains dedicated to delivering compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences. This esteemed recognition is a testament to her unwavering commitment to our clients, who are all working to mitigate the worst effects of climate change.” 

Malpeli’s Golden Bridge recognition is the latest in a long list of awards Technica has won in the decade, and a half of supporting breakthrough climate tech companies focused on stopping the climate crisis. Founded on journalistic principles, and scientific expertise, Technica’s targeted PR strategies deliver the media attention companies require to deploy solutions that make the most of their limited financial resources for all life on Earth. As a key leader within the agency, Malpeli develops integrated public relations and marketing campaigns for clients and plays a critical role in agency operations and business development.

“Congratulations to all the remarkable winners of the 2023 Golden Bridge Awards! We are thrilled to honor the outstanding innovations and exceptional business achievements showcased by these visionary organizations. Each winner has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility and driving positive change within their respective industries,” said San Madan, President of Globee Awards. “Their relentless pursuit of excellence sets them apart as leaders in today’s competitive landscape. We applaud their creativity, resilience, and unwavering dedication to success. The Golden Bridge Awards celebrate these remarkable accomplishments and testify to the transformative power of innovation and business acumen. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and look forward to witnessing their continued growth and impact in the years to come.” 

The Golden Bridge Awards honors trailblazers, disruptors, and visionaries who have pushed the boundaries of possibilities and made significant contributions to their fields. The rigorous judging process involved over 350 industry experts worldwide, representing diverse backgrounds and perspectives.  For the complete winners’ list, please visit www.globeeawards.com/golden-bridge-awards/winners. 

About Technica Communications 

Founded in 2009 in the Silicon Valley of CalifroniaTechnica Communications is an award-winning boutique, public relations, social media, and content marketing firm. With a consistent dedication to cleantech, climate tech and energy transition startups, Technica possesses the deep expertise and contacts required to deliver top-quality results in these challenging sectors. Over it’s tenure, Technica has received numerous awards, including the Best Crisis Management 2022 from BullDog Reporter, Globee Business Awards 2021 Company of the Year, Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations, a gold disruptor designation from the Women in Business Awards (2021) Agency of the Year in Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations by the One Planet Awards (2021), an American Business Award for PR Campaign of the Year (2020), a PR Bulldog Award for Best Use of Influencers (2020). Domain experience includes cleantech sectors such as aviation, hydrogen, electric vehicles and charging, solar, energy storage, smart grid, utility transmission, LED lighting, e-mobility, transportation, and more. 

About the Globee Awards
The Globee Awards present recognition in nine programs and competitions, including the Globee® Awards for American Business, Globee® Business Awards, Globee® Awards for Customer Excellence, Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity, Globee® Awards for Disruptors, Golden Bridge Awards®, Globee® Awards for Information Technology, Globee® Awards for Leadership, and Globee® Awards for Women In Business. To learn more about the Globee Awards, please visit their official website: https://globeeawards.com.