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Best Brand Moves During The COVID-19 Pandemic

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It has also brought out the best in some companies and brands, with accompanying positive PR. Here are my picks for best brand moves so far during the COVID-19 pandemic. It delivered 150 cans of Coors Light, and, of course, the social media coverage went viral. Hotels open their doors. But still others have stepped up.

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Ahead of the Academy Awards, Marketing Wisdom From the ‘Barbie’ Blockbuster

PRSay

The Barbie brand is a paradoxical symbol of imagination, comfort, sexism, objectification, feminism and conflicted cultural influence that has entranced and challenged children and adults alike for generations. Travel media reported on hotels decorated in the style of Barbie. But shared media was where Barbie shone brightest.

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PR Takeaways From The Eclipse

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Long after we dispose of the special viewing glasses and stop listening to “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” we can benefit from a mini-analysis of ways to leverage national events for our own brands and clients…sometimes! Smart PR lessons from the solar eclipse. There are also some subtler connections worth exploring.

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How Do We Love Hallmark Holidays? Let Me Count The Ways.

Barokas

These annual occasions give companies the opportunity to reinforce key brand attributes, show their personality, create viral buzz—and hopefully have a little fun along the way. There are countless ways brands can integrate holidays and themes into their communications programs. Check out this nugget: “Ready for the holidays?

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?? Nov + Dec 2023 + 2024 Projections Newsletter: What’s Up with Gen Z!? ??

5W PR

Cafe Chelsea – If you want to try a trending TikTok foodie staple, head to Cafe Chelsea in the Chelsea Hotel to try the viral comté cheese ravioli sheet that everyone’s been raving about. Little Ruby’s West Village Location – A step above cafe, the chill vibes and amazing banana bread will keep you coming back.

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Behind the Headlines With Brenda Urban

Cision

Brenda Urban, director of communications at Klick Communications, says communication professionals must seek out brands that they love and are excited to work with. What are some of the biggest challenges hospitality and lifestyle brands face? You’ve worked with some of the top travel and tourism brands. How did you handle it?

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United Flies Into Another PR Storm

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The video, which went viral by Monday morning after being posted on Facebook by another passenger, is plenty disturbing. It offered as much as $800 and a hotel stay to anyone who would volunteer to take a later flight, but it had no takers. Because the harm to the United brand will far outweigh the cost of doing the right thing.

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