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DECEMBER 6, 2021

When we launched our Meet the Media blog series five years ago, our mission entailed helping bridge the gap between automotive and mobility PR professionals and the key journalists who cover the automotive and mobility sectors. Below are the 10 most-viewed Meet the Media profiles of 2021: 1. Meet the Media: Alexa St.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? My teachers would often comment on my writing, and that boost of confidence along with a love of storytelling led me to journalism. I appreciate when the proof or the problem or solution is echoed by a real person who has first-hand experience.

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JUNE 13, 2023

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? A summer internship at Forbes in 2016 introduced me to actual, fact-based journalism. I also try to highlight innovations that feel like small glimpses into the future. I was an editor for my high school’s paper, helming the Onion -inspired satire section.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? After multiple internships in college, I started as a digital producer at the Louisville Courier-Journal in Kentucky. The post Meet the Media: Madeleine Winer, Editor of AftermarketNews appeared first on Bianchi PR. I’m also on X at @MadeleineWiner.

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APRIL 3, 2023

I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! My colleague, Pete Bigelow, and I interviewed about three dozen people who were involved with the EV1 and told the story in their words. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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MAY 2, 2022

I am the senior editor at Charged – I write daily blog posts, as well as articles for the print magazines, and do copy editing. I’m also a contributing writer for EVannex – I write a weekly blog post. I do a lot of interviews with pros in the EV industry. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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FEBRUARY 6, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have been in journalism all my life starting with interviewing soon-to-be President Jimmy Carter for my high school newspaper. I like to see depth and context, third party and expert voices, data to back up the issue and support the premise.

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DECEMBER 16, 2020

To help automotive and mobility PR professionals get a better handle on specific reporters’ needs, interests and beats … and to bridge the gap between these PR pros and the media who cover the most fascinating industry in the world – automotive/mobility – we launched our Meet the Media blog series in early 2016. Happy reading!

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JULY 10, 2023

No offense to those in that arena, but I think we have an overabundance of journalism aimed at investors or B2B audiences; I don’t think we have enough for the people who aren’t ready for all the changes coming their way soon, like EV charging or subscription features.

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AUGUST 9, 2021

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? About a decade – my interest in journalism started in high school. Not every interview needs to be a Zoom or Teams video chat – we’re all fatigued by virtual working and I’m more than happy to do a phone call, too. The post Meet the Media: Alexa St.

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JUNE 5, 2023

Having worked in both journalism and PR, I have a very sensitive b.s. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I spent 20 years in media relations at General Motors between two journalism careers.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

I’ve also been fortunate to interview a lot of celebrities – Carrie Fisher, Tony Hawk, Mick Fleetwood, Billy Gibbons, Nikki Sixx and more – which was always fun. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Fun assignment! What story or stories are you most proud of?

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APRIL 18, 2022

I was researching the story, and on a whim, I reached out to Alton Brown’s people and had a lengthy phone interview with him about chefs using induction systems on set for Iron Chef America, which was at the height of its popularity. I’ve interviewed a lot of famous people, but he was a real pleasure to talk to.

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JUNE 7, 2021

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I then transitioned to tech journalism and finally to automotive journalism. . If the news is big, give me time to interview an executive or engineer. . I’ve been a journalist for 15 years. I got my start at TMZ of all places. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

It was great watching them at their craft, being so close to crazy stunts and actors, and interviewing the directors between takes. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter at The Verge. Meet the Media: Alexa St.

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AUGUST 8, 2022

I regularly receive pitches for SME interviews, and the first thing I tell the PR reps is “Does [name of SME]’s company have any customer stories?” How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Bianchi PR’s Meet the Media Recap.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

I assign articles to our in-house and freelance staff, work with our graphic artist for our print layout and designs, and work with our sales and management team to ensure our content meets our editorial mission and help with sales. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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JULY 25, 2022

I have a blog series called Chatty Chassis, and I try to focus on professional advocacy, building yourself up, setting achievable goals, and so much more. As noted I enjoy the educational side of journalism. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Bianchi PR’s Meet the Media Recap.

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JUNE 19, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I’ve been in journalism for 22 years. I was taught that a great story happens when the author is the student gathering information, then becomes a teacher who explains the subject to the audience.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 8, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I then worked as an investigative reporter at the Forward, a Jewish newspaper, and went back to school for business journalism and data journalism. I did some freelancing and eventually started at AN! And I actually do appreciate a follow-up email!

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JUNE 6, 2022

This year we’ve interviewed Daimler Truck’s director infrastructure and eConsulting, who was on-location at their Portland electric charging island , and taken our viewers on a tour of ACT Expo , one of the trucking industry’s most exciting shows that’s growing by leaps and bounds. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written.

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MARCH 6, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a minor in political science. I’ve been a full-time automotive journalist for 16 years.

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OCTOBER 4, 2021

We won our class in that race, and that story won a 2021 first-place Automotive Heritage Journalism award. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Meet the Media: Craig Cole, Road Test Editor at Roadshow by CNET. Meet the Media: John Hitch, Editor of Fleet Maintenance.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: Audrey LaForest, Washington, D.C. Meet the Media: Carl Anthony, Managing Editor of Automoblog & AutoVision News. I believe those are the stories that readers can relate to—or want to connect to.

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OCTOBER 18, 2021

We’re living in one of the most exciting times for that change, and I greatly enjoy meeting the people making it happen—both in products and behind the scenes in infrastructure and the supply chain. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Meet the Media: Craig Cole, Road Test Editor at Roadshow by CNET.

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JANUARY 10, 2022

Working in China and northern Iraq early in my career opened my eyes to the possibilities of journalism. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: John Irwin, Reporter at Automotive News. Meet the Media: Bengt Halvorson, Editor of Green Car Reports.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2020

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? One day, I might pop up with an interview request when I feel they’re a good fit. The post Meet the Media: Vince Bond, Reporter at Automotive News appeared first on Bianchi PR. What elements or characteristics do you look for in a story?

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AUGUST 23, 2021

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I got a journalism degree in college but I graduated in 2008 — not the greatest time to try to find a writing job in the media industry in New York City. You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: Alexa St. What isn’t being said?

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OCTOBER 24, 2022

Our Commercial Vehicle Group also won editorial excellence awards for investigative journalism, a technology article on hydrogen trucks, and editorial use of data. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Just this year, FleetOwner won a Jesse H. What elements or characteristics do you look for in a story?

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OCTOBER 11, 2022

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have been in journalism since I graduated from Southern Illinois University in 2018. This industry has given me the opportunity to live in different parts of the country and I love getting to explore each state with my dogs and meet new people!

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FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Perhaps one of my recent favorites was the result of an interview with John Deere. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I got my start in journalism when I pitched a story about a cutting tool innovation. Meet the Media: Sebastian Blanco, Automotive Freelance Reporter. Meet the Media: Eric D.

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MAY 30, 2024

Assets like your website, paid ads, blog posts and videos tend to be perceived as more promotional, so your reader / viewer may subconsciously discount the claims in this content. Media coverage carries the unmatched credibility and authority of an implied endorsement from an objective third party media outlet.

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JANUARY 24, 2022

The two-day series featured interviews with industry experts on the topics of ADAS and autonomy, along with virtual demonstrations of AEye’s CES Innovation award-winning 4Sight LiDAR. Similarly, I had the opportunity to meet a young automotive technician named Jose Campos. I hope the NAIAS organizers do it again!

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MARCH 21, 2022

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I needed a few extra course credits for the year, so because I’ve always loved to write, I opted to join some friends taking journalism. Meet the Media: Vesna Brajkovic, Managing Editor of Heavy Duty Trucking & TruckingInfo.com.

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MAY 3, 2021

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? You might also be interested in: Meet the Media: Nathan Bomey, Business Reporter at USA TODAY. Meet the Media: Philip Nussel, Web Editor at Automotive News. Meet the Media: Nick Manes, Finance and Technology Reporter at Crain’s Detroit Business.

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MAY 16, 2022

My first article on the project also holds a special place in my memory as it was the first big article I wrote after I started in B2B journalism in which I had come up with the idea and it wound up being the cover story for a print issue. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? PowerMotionTech.

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