PRSay

AUGUST 16, 2022

Or, if your company is a well-established iconic brand looking to give back as a team (with a bit of fun competition), then you can host a collection drive that engages groups to vie for the title of “making the greatest social impact.”. Does your company prefer to sponsor projects that focus on STEM, literacy, or food insecurity?

Company 156

Company Nonprofit Apparel Local 156

5W PR

JANUARY 2, 2020

While corporations have always been legal entities in their own right, new communication technologies have forced a change in the way companies communicate. Before innovations in social media and the wider internet, companies could afford to maintain a closed-off image of distant and imposing glass offices.

Corporate 120

Corporate Communications Consumer Community 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2019

A high-impact PR program can be a technology company’s greatest asset – provided it’s well conceived and skillfully executed. Good will and strong community relations are also in demand as Silicon Valley is blamed for a host of problems, from data privacy threats to income inequality. News creates a market presence.

Technology 246

Technology Company Banking Education 246

5W PR

MARCH 28, 2024

But it’s not just about the cost, strategic financial PR is an investment that directly cushions the financial health of companies in the finance arena. Media relations PR pros cozy up with journalists and media outlets, ensuring the company’s story gets told right in the public view.

Company 78

Company Publicity Financial Crisis Communications 78

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS have published a study of corporate communication teams and their contribution to organisations. The Evolving Communication Function reports that the strength of internal relationships and reporting lines are the greatest indicator of the performance of a corporate communication team.

Corporate 135

Corporate Communications Public Affairs Resources 135

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Owned Media & Content Strategy Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate Communications As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. How do you know what’s working?

Training 195

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended long-planned marketing and PR campaigns for nearly every major brand. Now, five weeks into the lockdown that has decimated so many business sectors, many companies have settled into a new normal. Early into the social distancing phase several brands quickly acknowledged the situation through visuals.

Branding 284

Branding Brand Small Business Retail 284

Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

It’s the tenth anniversary of Brand Vandals written by Steve Earl and I in 2013. It tells the story of how organisations can build a reputational defence through their actions and by communicating with publics or audiences using paid, earned, shared, and owned media. Communities can have both good and bad intent.

Branding 122

Branding Brand Reputation Financial 122

PRSay

JUNE 4, 2024

The state of Pride in 2024 is grim: Companies and organizations are reportedly planning to be less engaged and less vocal in celebrating and embracing Pride this year. For many in the LGBTQ+ community, this feels like a year of loathing instead of a celebration of everyone’s rights being fully protected and respected.

Government 209

Government Employee Insurance Insurance 209

Reputation Us

MARCH 27, 2023

While ESG has essentially been a part of many corporations ideology and strategy for decades, the term and customers’ familiarity became more prevalent in 2020 due primarily through heightened awareness of ESG’s importance to the world’s wellbeing. This is dangerous ground for companies managing their reputations.

Reputation 78

Reputation Corporate Survey Employee 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Brand purpose has real purpose. Purpose and values-based communications will become an essential part of the marketing toolbox. Research shows that consumers want the brands and companies they do business with to be fair employers, good corporate citizens, and responsible stewards of the environment.

Trends 385

Trends Employee Viral Advertising 385

Onclusive

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Today, I am excited to announce that Onclusive and The RepTrak Company have entered into a strategic partnership to combine the world’s leading reputation metrics with AI-powered media analytics. Ultimately, each company aims to provide its customers with a more holistic reputation and media analytics solution to meet the moment.

Reputation 307

Reputation Analytics Corporate Government 307

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

CEOs and business leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of corporate communications; investors say comms can increase company valuations. This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

5W PR

JANUARY 1, 2023

One essential element that contributes to the overall reputation of businesses is a corporate social responsibility. Investing in CSR can help companies develop a corporate reputation, and attract customers while protecting businesses from any damage to their reputation, as well as helping them recover faster after a PR crisis.

Reputation 158

Reputation Corporate Policies Ethics 158

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate Communications. As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. This work is critical to building a strong brand with a consistent message.

Training 370

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 13, 2022

Whether your brand is making a splash at a trade show or an executive is speaking at a conference, professional events combine direct customer contact with press opportunities. First, align the expertise of brand executives in attendance with the news beats and interests of your media targets. Consider The Impact on Local Communities.

Media 294

Media Trade Shows Travel Interviews 294

Reputation Us

JANUARY 3, 2020

Rather than simply steering clear of companies doing wrong by avoiding “sin stocks,” investors and consumers are actively seeking out companies that are proactive in “doing right”— seeking both a positive impact on society and favorable investment results. In addition, two-thirds would prefer to work for such a company.

Corporate 60

Corporate Reputation Survey Employee 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2019

A high-impact PR program can be a technology company’s greatest asset – provided it’s well conceived and skillfully executed. Good will and strong community relations are also in demand as Silicon Valley is blamed for a host of problems, from data privacy threats to income inequality. News creates a market presence.

Company 120

Company Banking Education B2C 120

5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2020

While some brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Timberland, and Nike have been espousing various causes for years, recent events have greatly accelerated this movement, among many others. Of those polled, 88% believed that today’s companies must lead with purpose and 91% said they must benefit all stakeholders and not just its owners.

Branding 88

Branding Brand Survey Study 88

5W PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Beauty aficionados aren’t just buying beauty products, they’re seeking experiences, belonging, and brands that resonate with their values. The best way for brands to connect with these customers is to avoid generic marketing strategies and delve into the captivating world of strategic PR, tailor-made for this coveted crowd.

Strategy 78

Strategy Branding Brand Product Launch 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will participate in a Twitter chat discussion focused the state of healthcare communications. We’ve invited a few special guests to join our discussion who will share their expertise on healthcare issues and the many advancements that we’ve seen in communications. Anneliz Hannan ( @AnnelizHannan ).

Healthcare 150

Healthcare Community Twitter Communications 150

PRSay

AUGUST 16, 2024

There has never been a more important time in our humanity or the world than now for responsible communication. It’s a major concern for our communities, governments and countries all around the world. What does responsible communication entail? And some companies will respect that.

Trends 151

Trends Communications Ethics Corporate 151

PRSay

APRIL 15, 2021

Companies and organizations of all sizes today are increasingly under pressure — from activists to employees — to speak out on high-profile political and social issues. In this tumultuous past year, stakeholders want to know where companies and CEOs stand. ” — Dave Samson, Global Vice Chairman, Corporate Affairs, Edelman .

Company 187

Company Employee Internal International 187

Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

The term “brand journalism” is a bit of a lightning rod term in the social media marketing business. ” And, over the years, there have certainly been a fair share of corporate failures when it comes to brand journalism. But, for the most part, brand journalism wins have been tough to come by.

Journalism 148

Journalism Branding Brand Interviews 148

PRSay

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In 2023, powerful campaigns strengthened PR’s ability to improve brand reputation and influence, while also strengthening customer adoption and loyalty. Proving PR’s value in a business’s bottom line has never been more critical, considering company budgets remain tight in 2024. Improved measurements prove PR’s business impact.

Trends 184

Trends Video B2C Measurement 184

Mindful Marketing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

Even as I, a non-coffee-drinker, applauded the company’s ingenuity and initiative, I could imagine some cynicism about the social responsibility: “That’s nice, but Starbuck’s is a luxury people can live without. ” A former student of mine recently gave me a great answer to that question.

Corporate 102

Corporate Consumer Employee Print 102

5W PR

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Connections with one another, connections with brands, connections with strangers on the internet. Many brands go through the struggle of finding the right “human touch” for their channels. This can be a challenge, particularly for brands that market to other businesses or that have less trendy offerings such as software or services.

Branding 113

Branding Brand Consumer Community 113

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The “Brand Finance Investment Analyst Survey” polled more than 200 financial analysts who “cover publicly listed companies in the United States and United Kingdom.” The “Brand Finance Investment Analyst Survey” polled more than 200 financial analysts who “cover publicly listed companies in the United States and United Kingdom.”

Financial 142

Financial Marketing Survey B2B 142

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The flipside of earned media is owned media: publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, Medium publication, and the like. Corporate Communications. Corporate communications regularly involves interaction with senior leaders and HR departments. . Internal Communications.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Among the findings are that buyers have more companies on their “short list,” more decision-makers are involved in the purchasing process, and being the incumbent vendor on the list is no guarantee. You communicate – and communication requires a feedback loop – with them honestly and do it consistently over time.

B2B 145

B2B Software Ethics Leadership 145

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

PR and marketing are perceived very differently, especially in a corporate environment. PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. A great brand marketing PR campaign can even drive leads and sales.

Marketing 310

Marketing Product Launch Corporate Viral 310

Reputation Us

MAY 1, 2019

But recently, the importance of corporations working with nonprofits has been proven to successfully enhance a company’s reputation. Nonprofits that work to leverage this information can help support their own organization—and strengthen the reputation of their corporate partners, thus creating a win-win partnership.

Nonprofit 60

Nonprofit Corporate Reputation Community 60

PRSay

MARCH 22, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. We need to cultivate communities and have real conversations. The youngest members of Gen Z turn 11 in 2023.

How To 159

How To Employee Leadership Nonprofit 159

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Some say the goal of a great PR program should be to build brand reputation, while sales and marketing actually drive sales. There are many ways to use PR initiatives to add depth, color, and cohesion to the building blocks of brand identity. Generating credibility for the brand message. Showing a brand’s humanity.

Branding 185

Branding Brand Marketing Wireless 185

Onclusive

JANUARY 14, 2021

Building an impactful communications team. Communications is a highly strategic function that supports the growth of your entire organization by nurturing and enhancing how your brand is perceived internally and externally. As an executive, you have the power to set up your communications team for success from the start.

Communications 195

Communications Corporate Measurement Reputation 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2023

They might be limiting the glitz for customer events, but their presence reaffirms the prominence of technology brands in today’s advertising landscape. It’s not surprising that marketers and brands are eager to connect with celebrity creators and those who are rising stars.

Creativity 156

Creativity Meeting Advertising Advertising 156

MaccaPR

JULY 24, 2019

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaigns are on the rise as brands explore how they can stand out in a crowded, noisy marketplace, position themselves apart from their competition and make a statement with consumers. The most successful CSR initiatives are authentic, engaging and further the brand’s mission.

Corporate 116

Corporate Retail Policies Employee 116