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The Intersection Of Public Relations And Public Policy: A Strategic Approach

Landis PR

Unlike those involved in federal politics, local and state officials are more regularly out and about in their communities, presenting frequent opportunities for direct, ongoing engagement. The other major opportunity for PR pros in the public policy world is to contribute to thoughtful, coordinated messaging.

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Transformational CSR: When a pro-bono client metamorphizes into a cultural change agent within an agency

Waxing UnLyrical

For most companies, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) means giving back to the surrounding community. Companies choose to give because it’s the right thing to do, and it directly impacts the communities in which their employees live and work. For creative marketing agencies, CSR often takes the form of pro-bono services.

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Is there still a place for PR wire services in the 2018 communicator?s toolbox?

Communications Conversations

My big question: Do these wire services still have a place in the 2018 communicator’s toolbox? I set out to find out by asking a few trusted friends and colleagues across the industry: Cameron Potts, vice president of PR and community management, Deluxe. Cydney Strommen, director-North America Marketing Communications, Aveda.

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The 4-1-1 on the (Not So) New Marketing Trend: Influencer Marketing

Waxing UnLyrical

Dawn is an accredited public relations practitioner (APR) with 18 years of experience in public relations and marketing. Her expertise encompasses public affairs, media relations, community relations, social media and digital communications.

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What a Duck Can Do For “Social” Media Relations

Waxing UnLyrical

For eight years, YESS has held an annual fundraiser that is increasingly becoming part of the fabric of the Des Moines community. However, this past year we wanted to go beyond simply looking at money raised, but also increase the public’s understanding of the Duck Derby’s purpose. The motto for the Duck Derby is “Adopt a Duck.

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Event Sustainability — The Triple Bottom Line

Landis PR

Organizations are still hosting events to meet business goals but in a more responsible way, but now we are planning with consideration about how the event will impact investors, partners, and attendees, but also its workers, the local community, and the planet. Do Sustainable Events Cost More?

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Practical perspective of PR management

PR Conversations

He or she chooses the most appropriate channels (for instance, LinkedIn is ideal for B2B, while Pinterest or Instagram are best for B2C segment), sets up corporate accounts, proposes content directions (quotes? This approach allows public relations pros to voice corporate messages and win brand mentions without being intrusive.