Seigenthaler Public Relations has named Nicole L. Cottrill, Virginia K. “Ginger” Johnson and Ryan J. Witherell as partners.

Previously, each of the three had served as a vice president with the agency.

"Nicole, Ginger and Ryan have made immeasurable contributions toward the success of SPR during many years as proven leaders with our agency,” Elizabeth S. Courtney, SPR chief executive officer, said in a release. “They are capable and talented professionals who are devoted to our clients and our employees.”

Cottrill (on far left in photo) most recently served as vice president of client services and business development. She develops and directs strategic communications plans and media relations programs with a focus on health care and science.

Johnson was most recently senior vice president of business services. With SPR since 1998, Johnson has directed all financial, human resource, administration, facility and equipment systems for the company.

Witherell, formerly vice president of client services and new media, provides strategic communications, marketing and branding expertise in technology, environment, real estate development, health care, financial services, law and consumer products. Witherell joined SPR in 2002.

SPR has offices Chicago, Nashville and New York.