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Financial analysts say marketing is an investment, not a cost

Sword and the Script

The “Brand Finance Investment Analyst Survey” polled more than 200 financial analysts who “cover publicly listed companies in the United States and United Kingdom.” This is cited ahead of leadership quality (76%) and technological innovation (72%).” Comment: A brand is a promise. Comment: A brand is a promise.

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The Financial Drain of Misinformation

PRSay

The bulk of this loss comes from stock market volatility stemming from financial disinformation campaigns, but the widespread proliferation of misinformation has also forced companies and organizations to increase spending on reputation management, brand safety, employee health and wellness, and crisis communication efforts.

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How Does EMV Impact Financial Services Brands?

Cision

Thieves stole more than 500 million financial records in 2014. That’s one financial record for every 14 people on earth. Americans in particular are demanding greater security through EMV chip card technology. Cision Global Insights’ recent white paper “ EMV Implementation: Is It Impacting Your Brand Reputation?

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Can Technology Companies Achieve Diversity?

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Early efforts have been led by African-American CEOs, entrepreneurs, and companies that serve a diverse customer base, but nearly all major brands have stepped up. One glaring example is the technology sector. Starting with startups is a real key to building a more diverse technology sector and community.

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Brands Bring Substance To COVID-19 Response

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended long-planned marketing and PR campaigns for nearly every major brand. Early into the social distancing phase several brands quickly acknowledged the situation through visuals. But the most PR-powerful gesture may have been by Yum Brands. It’s not about the logo. ” I tend to agree.

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What is Technology PR?

5W PR

Technology Public Relations (Tech PR) involves managing and enhancing the public image of technology-related companies and products. Tech PR professionals work to generate favorable publicity, manage crises, and position technology brands as industry leaders. This is especially effective for consumer technology products.

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Consumers Are Prioritizing Health & Wellness – How Brands In The Industry Can Best Connect with Shoppers

5W PR

These days, consumers are more selective with where they spend and brands looking to reach customers face a very specific challenge. Today’s wellness consumers are faced with navigating diverse landscapes of physical fitness, mental health, mindfulness, financial well-being, and more. Share the brand story , values, and mission.