Green Savoree Reappoints Torchia Communications as Public Relations Team for 2012 Race Season

TORONTO, ONTARIO --(Marketwire - February 09, 2012) - Torchia Communications announces that it has renewed its relationship with Green Savoree Racing Promotions (GSRP) to plan and implement public relations efforts for its two street-course race properties for the 2012 season.

GSRP own and operate the Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, the first race of the INDYCAR season March 23-25, 2012, and the Honda Indy Toronto, July 6-8, 2012. This will mark the third consecutive year that Torchia Communications has provided media relations support to the Toronto race since its first assignment in 2010, and it will be the second year supporting the race in St. Petersburg.

"For decades, our firm has been involved in virtually all levels of motorsport locally, nationally and globally - from grassroots programs to the pinnacle of the sport," said Jean-Claude Torchia, President and CEO, Torchia Communications. "Our agency has always had a soft spot for this thrilling sport and it gives us great pride to renew our partnership with Kevin Savoree, Kim Green and their competent team for a third consecutive year. We look forward to contributing to their success."

The team at Torchia Communications has gathered over 40 years of motorsport experience having previously managed media relations for promoters and race teams. The assignment includes organization and implementation of media events, spokesperson interviews, driver appearances, editorial services, news bureau and online newsroom, as well as set up and management of onsite media centre and media relations. 

Torchia Communications is a trusted partner for organizations seeking public relations programs that help nurture strong stakeholder relationships and that deliver tangible results. With offices in Montreal and Toronto and affiliates around the world, the Torchia team is committed to customer service, proactive counsel, measurement and demonstrating the role public relations plays in a healthy society and engaged citizenry. The agency's strength lies in its people, corporate soul and commitment to the profession.