Houston—February 18, 2008—Origin, consistently ranked as one of Houston’s Top 10 creative agencies, has added Sahar Wali to its public relations team.

“We are pleased to bring Sahar’s talent and prior experience in proactive outreach, media relations, and positive messaging strategy to Origin,” said Shawn Collier, Origin Principal and Strategy Director.

“Her background in covering a wide range of issues in a multitude of markets helps build synergy for our clients with strategic communications, creative branding and marketing,” he said.

Building a strong full-service team, “is earning a reputation for Origin as an innovative industry leader,” Collier added. That reputation is helping the firm attract top talent and clients from across the country.

Wali joins Origin’s public relations practice lead by Public Relations Director, Ann Taylor, who previously founded one of Houston’s top-20 PR firms.

Most recently, Wali served as the Communications Director for a Houston Congressman. After pursuing her degree in Political Science at the University of Houston, Sahar worked for Houston investment bank, Sanders Morris Harris, performing client service in institutional sales.

“My most recent experience as a communications director in public service gave me a wider perspective, working around the country, in Houston and from Washington,” said Wali.  “By joining Origin, I can bring this experience to serve Origin’s clients who need media relations, public affairs and strategic communications expertise.”