PRSay

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The operating system of the past was localized, the operating system of the present is centralized and the operating system of the future is decentralized.”. 19 at ICON 2021 , Radocchia discussed blockchain and decentralization as the future backbone for emergent technologies. During a virtual keynote presentation on Oct.

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Stephen Waddington

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

In short, 2020 into 2021 has been tough and, while there is most definitely light at the end of the tunnel, patterns have emerged that have changed and will continue to change forever the industry and how we practice communications.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 22, 2021

My friend and local PR legend, Rose McKinney gifted me a wonderful book by Hollywood producer, Brian Grazer. Local real estate developer. I’d love to talk to him about the local real estate market and how he got into real estate investing. #5 I’m making slow progress on the list (thanks global pandemic!),

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Maxim Behar

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

Maxim Behar will be one of the judges of PRCA MENA Regional Awards 2021 , honouring the year’s most effective and creative digital PR and communications campaigns, individuals, and teams across The Middle East and North Africa. Winners will be announced at the PRCA MENA Regional Awards 2021 event in Dubai on February 2021.

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Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 31, 2021

New research from Intuit suggests small and local businesses will be the big winners in 2021, revealing that 93 percent of U.S. Where will consumers be spending their money this holiday shopping season? That is indeed the looming question during this uncertain year.

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PRSay

MARCH 21, 2022

In the company’s January survey of 2,547 journalists, 44 percent agreed that the way companies shared information was outdated, down from 61 percent in 2021. This year, more journalists called their relationship with PR pros a “partnership,” but that proportion remained low (8 percent in 2022 vs. 6 percent in 2021).

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 12, 2021

But, before we get to the 2021 list, we need to look back at my 2020 list and see how I did. Now, as I look ahead to 2021, the first quarter of the year will be tough. Here’s my people-I’d-like-to-have-coffee-with-in-2021 list! Now, 2020 was an odd year obviously–especially for coffees. But, I made due.

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Reputation Us

OCTOBER 16, 2023

According to a 2021 report by PowerReviews, over 99.9% of customers read reviews when they shop online. And BrightLocal ’s “Local Consumer Review Survey 2023” shows that 49% of consumers trust reviews as much as personal recommendations from friends and family.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Originally Published August 23, 2017; Updated August 9, 2021 ; Updated November 2023 PR is always evolving. Webinars, podcasts, online conferences and other digital format events have a tremendous reach and we expect them to continue to be important well beyond 2021. In the meantime, digital speaking events have exploded.

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PR in High Definition

DECEMBER 17, 2020

With 2020 almost behind us, we’ve been having some great discussions here at Firefly about what we think the year ahead holds, so here are six of the main trends we’ve come up with that we think will have a huge impact on the world of comms in 2021. Stronger communication of social and political movements.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 19, 2024

Enjoying the local experience: Modern travelers seek more than just an escape from routine; they crave authenticity. In 2024, travelers desire a genuine connection with the places they visit, seeking locally sourced food, drinks, products, and experiences to truly immerse themselves in a destination’s essence.

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Steve Barrett on PR

JANUARY 1, 2021

If 2021 is to be a better year than 2020, federal, state and local government and other institutions need to step up and do a lot better.

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Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

With the COVID crisis lingering and intensifying, new research from marketing solutions firm Vericast explores evolving consumer behaviors and media consumption in 2021. Based on responses from 1,000 U.S. The post COVID consumer study reveals interest in brand discovery, small business appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Maxim Behar

DECEMBER 16, 2021

PR expert Maxim Behar and psychologist Mladen Vladimirov commented on the most googled names by Bulgarians for 2021, the discussion took place in the studio of "Bulgaria this morning", and focused on the likes of Kiril Petkov, Juliana Gani and the Covid vaccine. Results "Elections 2021", "Measures", etc. It is not local.

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PRSay

AUGUST 16, 2022

In 2021, we saw tremendous growth with 116 participants donating $8,500 to The Priority Center of Orange County. Inspired by the outcome of the initial virtual 5K, I volunteered with community members to launch the #WeAreWeston 5K in support of our local food bank. Our neighbors collectively donated $2,000. YouGiveGoods.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 3, 2021

For example, a boutique hotel would want to focus on the local market instead of striving to achieve global coverage. Ragan Communications, Communications Benchmark Report 2021. While it’s good to challenge yourself, you want to make sure that your objectives are achievable.

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Mark My Words

JUNE 29, 2020

If there’s a lesson to take from the olden days, it’s this: become the talk of the town, employ mavens (we’d call them influencers now), integrate productions with the local community, tell stories that break out of the arts pages and into news, and revisit the art of the publicity stunt.

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PRSay

MARCH 19, 2020

Listen to their concerns and share information with them from trustworthy sources such as the Centers for Disease Control , the World Health Organization , as well as state and local officials. Be mindful to follow credible sources such as the CDC, WHO, and state and local government. Enlist employees.

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Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 31, 2020

Here are some of the issues that need to be front of mind as we head towards 2021. Planning for 2021 This is a moment for organisations to be brave and show leadership. Environment, society and governance (ESG) is top of the corporate agenda as organisations plan for 2021.

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Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Its role in listening and engaging stakeholders, from employees to customers, and from suppliers to local and national government, was critical in managing this rapid period of intense change. Survey demographics Edelman surveyed 250 senior communication leaders during December 2020 and February 2021.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 17, 2022

itstrishthedish VOTE IN YOUR LOCAL ELECTIONS! Between 2021 and 2022, we’ve done a lot to show we are the trusted [sources of] information. In 2021, we started noticing election misinformation starting to spiral out of control here in our local community. election2022 #floridacheck #elections #pov ? ylang ylang – ??

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Newsfile

APRIL 12, 2023

Also, WPF celebrations will take place in local, national or regional events around the world. Moreover, this represents an almost 50% increase from 2021. At least 67 journalists and media workers were killed during the year–the highest number since 2018 and an almost 50% increase from 2021.

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PRSay

AUGUST 23, 2021

29, 2021, article from Kaiser Health News, the hesitancy of some African Americans to receive coronavirus vaccines — and in some cases, their mistrust of the medical system in general — are issues that must be addressed. Enlisting trusted local leaders. According to a Jan.

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NewsWhip

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Interestingly enough, Budweiser also came in the top article spot in 2021, but not for their commercial. Other than Today , The New York Post , and Variety , we saw smaller, more local blogs and websites get a good deal of traction. Their ad, featuring Clydesdales , was found three times in the top 10 articles about Super Bowl LVI.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 12, 2022

In many parts of the world audiences have fallen during 2021 because of these factors. Concerns relate to the polarisation of societies, attacks on journalists and the free press, and the financial sustainability of local publications. Others are hoping to restart events businesses that stalled during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2021

My bet: Employees will opt out and look for an employer who will offer them 3 days a week at home and 2 in the office–because those companies exist and are thriving (think: General Mills, Target locally). In 2021, employees hold most of the cards. The shift is on. Companies no longer have the power. Because they can.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 30, 2021

Brands need to optimize their products, locations and content for consumers to find them via voice: 80% of users search via voice for product and service information, and 70% search for local business information. vci-2021.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 16, 2021

Reuben Sinclair was among several recruiters that reported increasing demand talent in January 2021. Companies that have invested in their local communities during the crisis continue to benefit from a reputational dividend. Practitioners have been at the forefront of helping organisations respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Reputation Us

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

As a marketer, business development, or community outreach professional, YOU played a large part in that – making consumers aware of your special services, supporting local businesses, and caring about the communities you serve.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

After spending much of 2021 focused on the will-they-or-won’t-they issues of Biden’s infrastructure plan, we’re watching how that will be implemented across the U.S. — While working in local news in the Northeast, I covered a few big hurricanes and major blizzards that ravaged the area.

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Stephen Waddington

MARCH 17, 2021

He spent 13 years as a senior communications manager at Sellafield leaving to join a charity in January 2021. I had ignored the senior human relations leader who agreed we could sponsor a local Pride event so long as “we didn’t let them make a song and dance about it”. That practitioner was Karl Connor.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 28, 2021

When you win, your company won’t just stand out amongst your local competitors, but you prove you can cut it with the best of the best anywhere. Give yourself something to celebrate in 2021! Who enters? . These competitions are open to brands, agencies, PR firms, media owners, or in-house teams worldwide.

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Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Two vaccines seem to be very viable options for 2021. Now, personally, I don’t have a “workplace” to return to (other than my local coffee shop), but I do have a keen interest in this topic as it impacts all of my clients and friends. The perks can–and should–change in 2021.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Each week this fall, PRsay will interview one of the nominees for the 2021 PRSA Board of Directors. You’ve served in a variety of PRSA leadership roles at the local and national level. Name : Felicia Blow, APR. Location : Franklin, Va. Board nominee position : Chair-elect. Number of years as a PRSA member : 30-plus.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

2021 was a whirlwind year in terms of keeping up with events that shook our country. Take the lessons from 2021 to build a plan. By Stephanie Chan, Account Director, Technology. The cries from consumers for cultural awareness and DEI initiatives from brands was incredibly hard to navigate. . Are they expecting you to issue a statement?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Neal Award for our December 2021 issue of Trucking by the Numbers. I covered everything from town politics, police, fire, education, town budgets, and local happenings in the community. Be sure to check out some of Cristina’s recent articles: Trucking by the Numbers 2021: A supply chain in crisis.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Each week this fall, PRsay will interview one of the nominees for the 2021 PRSA Board of Directors. Chapter involvement introduced me to a broad local network that has always proved to be a wealth of resources. Name : James Shackelford, APR. Location : New York and Dallas. Current title : President & CEO, SomaComm.

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