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Ranger Scott Gediman on the Ferguson Fire and 22 Years as Yosemite Park’s Public Affairs Officer

PRSay

Over his 22 years as public affairs officer at Yosemite National Park , Scott Gediman has experienced a myriad of crises on the job, from floods and rock falls to hantavirus outbreaks. “It Here in the public affairs office there are just two of us — there used to be five, and then there were four, and then three.

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Public Affairs Manager of Airbnb Hong Kong and Taiwan Shares Perspectives with Hoffman APAC Team

The Hoffman Agency

With an emphasis on sustainable travel and authentic local experiences, Airbnb provides the experience and lifestyle that millennial travellers seek. You can consider us the largest hotel chain the world,” said Marvin Ma, public affairs manager of Airbnb Hong Kong and Taiwan, who hosted a sharing session with the Hoffman APAC team.

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International Conference Preview: Frank X. Shaw Talks Diversity, Disruption and 10 Years at Microsoft

PRSay

In anticipation of his keynote address at PRSA’s 2019 International Conference in San Diego on Oct. I worked for my school newspaper, and when I joined the Marines I was a public affairs officer. Then there’s the specific technical skills of media relations and internal communications. We ran a base newspaper.

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Helsinki, Finland – Growth Path Ahead

Landis PR

Finland is looking for investments particularly in bio & circular economy, cleantech, health & wellbeing, ICT & digitalization and travel. Finns still trust the news media: The role of the news media in Finland is strong by international standards and Finns still have strong trust in the news. million users Facebook : 3.59

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Where To Find Public Relations Entry-Level Jobs

Doctor Spin

Film studios, music labels, talent agencies, and entertainment companies may offer entry-level PR positions to manage publicity and promotions. Travel- and hospitality industry. Public affairs firms. Advice for Public Relations Internships The Public Relations Intern—A Future PR Superstar?

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Remembering Dr Roger Hayes

Stephen Waddington

Roger’s career spanned 40 years, working in journalism, strategic communications and public affairs. Over bacon and eggs, Roger impressed on me the opportunity for professionalism in public relations, and the need for robust educational and a professional competency framework. I introduced Roger and Steve via email last Summer.

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Crisis Management Lessons From Boeing’s 737 Max Disasters

PRSay

Gordon Johndroe , vice president of global media relations and public affairs for the Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer, spoke to members of PRSA’s Corporate Communications Section in the Nov. 5 webinar “Crisis Management on an International Stage: Takeaways from Boeing’s Biggest Crisis and Time Spent in the West Wing.”.