McKee Strikes Out on His Own After Strascina Buyout Goes Bust

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By Glen Fest





DALLAS–Steve McKee has resigned his post as president and creative director at Strascina & Partners, citing failed buyout discussions with chairman and owner Peter Strascina at the Albuquerque, N.M., agency.





McKee said he submitted his resignation two weeks ago after declining an undisclosed financing offer from Strascina. McKee plans to open his own Albuquerque agency soon, partnering with former Strascina senior vice president and media director Pat Wallwork.





Meanwhile, Strascina & Partners quickly filled McKee’s shoes from within.



















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