Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 24, 2014

Check out Meetup.com to find events. Meetup makes it easy for you to find groups that you would be interested in and they are a lot less intimating than formal events. Professional associations host events all the time and it’s a great way to meet people in the industry. Interview Mentoring PR 2.0

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

For brands that are considering jumping in, they should prepare for the ride of their lives. With the right strategies, companies can transform their brand presence from a passive attendee to a vibrant player, riding the Austin vortex to new heights of success. This event can be a great launchpad for many companies.

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5W PR

JUNE 10, 2024

New brands are emerging daily, and consumers are increasingly savvier when it comes to product innovation, technology, formulas and those seeing-is-believing results. BRAND STORYTELLING Crafting a strong brand narrative that encourages brand discovery through both traditional and social media via product trial and review.

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Prohibition

MAY 9, 2023

Influencer marketing has become a major tool for businesses as part of marketing strategies to help reach and engage target audiences and convey key brand messages. Months of preparation and planning go into pulling these events off and the brands that attend utilise influencers to showcase their presence.

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Landis PR

MAY 2, 2022

Helping clients achieve the best coverage means interviews with the media. Even the most prepared managers are often reluctant to speak with the media and don’t know what to do when invited to give an interview. Whether the interview is a success depends on several factors. Be Consistent with Your Brand Messaging.

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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. Like DAILY.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

While some events are pay-to-play, meaning a company has to sponsor the event to secure a slot, there are plenty of conferences that are open to all in the industry. Speaking at an event offers instant credibility and a chance to build a reputation as an expert resource. Credibility. Content that has legs.

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Flack's Revenge

JULY 28, 2020

Fast forward many years later, and I am afraid I am becoming a talking head on tech startup PR and branding. We kept in touch and Mitchell recently invited me to do a live video interview. Yet as communicators, we should be comfortable with the video interview format. I quickly and graciously accepted.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 16, 2023

You want to make sure you’re allowing enough time to pitch in advance of a news event, whether it’s something you control or an independent event that offers some borrowed interest to your own story. There are scores of potential dates that B2B tech brands can use to generate high-impact coverage.

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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

There is no easier way to build a brand than with social media. It’s an amazing tool to use to grow your brand. It is important that your brand is consistent across all of your platforms. If you’ve followed me for any amount of time, you’ll realize that pink is a huge part of my brand. PR FOR ANYONE.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. It’s not a bad take. How is public relations defined?

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

These days, consumers are more selective with where they spend and brands looking to reach customers face a very specific challenge. Share the brand story , values, and mission. Let the brand’s purpose shine through. Authenticity builds trust and shows the brand can be human, just like its customers.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

As eco-consciousness continues to shape consumer preferences, sustainable fashion brands are finding effective ways to communicate their values through strategic public relations campaigns. PR allows sustainable fashion brands to tell their story authentically. What is sustainable fashion?

Fashion 78

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

The association and advocacy of unbiased industry experts is a time-honored way to build brand trust through earned media, high-quality content, or special events. This is a sign that their expertise is relatively up-to-date, and academic credentials are a plus, particularly when it comes to being quoted in media interviews.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

As a sponsor of NYC’s latest “museum of Instagram,” The Color Factory, My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream had an opportunity to host a an event in the space. A My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream x Color Factory “take over event” with Key Opinion Leaders (editors and influencers). Read on for the full interview! How did we activate?

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Critical Mention

MARCH 20, 2019

Whether you are an influencer or your job entails promoting a subject matter expert, knowing the ins and outs of how to conduct a social media interview is an essential skill for your earned media goals. It can also provide a sense of immediacy during an ongoing media event. Make sure you have a secure internet or Wi-Fi connection.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2018

While top-tier marketing and advertising are valuable, associated PR campaigns can help propel a brand to the next level of emotional attachment. You feel connected to these brands. Some customers are initially attracted to certain brands because they like their ad message. 4 ways PR creates brand attachment.

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5W PR

AUGUST 6, 2018

Landing an important interview with a popular industry publication can be an exciting part of a company’s PR strategy. No matter how prepared the spokesperson for a brand feels they are, some interviews can go south very quickly. Maintaining the Interview. Handling Unexpected Questions. Managing Difficult Topics.

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MaccaPR

AUGUST 10, 2020

This pandemic has convinced companies they can’t just sell to someone who’s not prepared to buy – instead, B2B marketers are reorienting around customer needs to make their brands relevant. Buyers do not expect brands to shut down now. What’s your take on virtual trade show events? Can you elaborate?

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MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Leading brands from Intel and AT&T to Facebook’s Meta and General Motors dropped out ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world’s largest technology event in January 2022, because of the latest COVID-19 variant. There are certain things we can control at events, so focus your efforts on those elements.

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Onclusive

APRIL 12, 2018

She joined UL in 2015 and is responsible for brand and marketing strategy, communications, public relations and crisis management, corporate social responsibility, events, customer experience, digital marketing and social media, as well as the marketing organization at large. This blogpost was co-authored by Heidi Sullivan.

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The Hoyt Organization

JUNE 5, 2024

Interviews With Experts Subject matter experts , or SMEs, are vital to any successful mental health advocacy campaign. Interviewing experts provides valuable insights and information to your audience, further reinforcing your campaign’s credibility.

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5W PR

JANUARY 3, 2024

Beauty brands face unique challenges and opportunities in a landscape where trends, consumer expectations, and digital platforms play pivotal roles. Brands are leveraging digital channels to connect directly with consumers, share brand stories, and showcase products.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

While some events are pay-to-play, meaning a company has to sponsor the event to secure a slot, there are plenty of conferences that are open to all in the industry. Speaking at an event offers instant credibility and a chance to build a reputation as an expert resource. Credibility. Content that has legs.

Leadership 170

Leadership Industry Conference Trade Shows 170

MaccaPR

AUGUST 18, 2020

Here are the six biggest takeaways from Maccabee’s Sharper Angle panel event, “Broadcast Media in the Wake of COVID-19: The Do’s and the Don’ts.” Prepare your spokesperson for virtual interviews. So marketers, be sure to rehearse interviews with your spokesperson so that they can recover mid-conversation if needed.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

This is particularly true in B2B PR, where we tend to approach the same business and trade journalists on behalf of client executives and their brands. For contacts you don’t know, this is essential so your spokesperson can understand whether the interview will be easy or could present challenges. Think outside the brand.

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The Hoyt Organization

APRIL 23, 2024

Thought leadership involves showcasing your organization’s expertise and perspectives on relevant issues and current events. Alternatively, secure speaking opportunities for key members of your organization at relevant conferences or events.

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Mark My Words

MARCH 3, 2021

The Express MEGHAN MARKLE and Prince Harry’s Oprah interview won’t “be as big” as Princess Diana’s Panorama interview or Prince Andrew’s Newsnight interrogation, but “many millions” will be made by TV companies on both sides of the Atlantic, says broadcaster Andrew Neil.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Influencer marketing continues to grow, with brands investing more and more in influencer partnerships each day. Through these partnerships, brands and their agency partners can select brand-aligned influencers to market products and services to loyal followings with targeted demographics. Perfect timing really!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 3, 2020

Even B2B technology companies – normally resistant to many ups and downs – rely on PR from event marketing to drive business development, brand awareness, and thought leadership. Now that all tech and other events have been nixed , what do speakers bureau managers do? New speaking opportunities will open in 2020.

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Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

At a very young age I was planning tea parties and putting together events for family members and I realized what I loved the most about doing this was two things: 1) the thrill of inviting people, and 2) bringing people together around a shared interest. Sarah Evans. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In many ways the fundamentals of good communication, messaging and branding remain the same. Global Events Are Impacting Executive Visibility More Than Before To say the least, it was an eventful year when it came to hot-button political events and global upheaval. Here are some of our thoughts from this year.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

Sometimes PR objectives are described in vague terms, like “increased visibility” or “greater brand recognition.” The right research – even when subjective – can also inspire great program, content and event ideas. Yet if the brand identity is lost in the tactics, the whole campaign falls short.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 11, 2022

The phrase “Employer Brand” has taken on a life of its own the last few years. Companies are investing more and more in their Employer Brand–mostly because they have to! Those are all pillars of any successful Employer Brand strategy on social. 1 – Branded graphics for new employees, anniversaries.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

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 strategic public relations campaign can build significant corporate and product brand value, especially over time. A milestone event. But it’s not a contest.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Besides, elevating a brand or company’s image by carefully inserting their business or product into the existing conversation is exciting. Digital security brands, among others, need to be visible when the latest ransomware story is dominating headlines. . Then, if a client is immediately needed for approvals, interviews, etc.,

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

In ad tech, this means getting a brand or publisher client onboard; reporters aren’t going to take our word for it. For example, we may recommend that a client sit down with a journalist or producer to familiarize them with their brand or business category. Again, communication is key. . It’s PR, not ER. And earned media isn’t magic.

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