Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

We are both in the media and we were once the weekend TV news and sports anchor team on the island of Guam. I started writing professionally at 17 years old as a sports correspondent for my local newspaper, the Milford (NH) Cabinet. Tell us a little about yourself (family, interests, favorites, background, etc.).

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

While working in local news in the Northeast, I covered a few big hurricanes and major blizzards that ravaged the area. I started off covering education and other local issues. I love watching and attending big sporting events. I am a big Cincinnati sports fan (Go Bengals!). We have a corgi named Ruby.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 22, 2021

My friend and local PR legend, Rose McKinney gifted me a wonderful book by Hollywood producer, Brian Grazer. The book was all about how he has used curiosity as his superpower to interview and chat with people like Princess Diana, LeBron James and many other folks he never dreamed he’d have the opportunity to chat with.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 22, 2021

My friend and local PR legend, Rose McKinney gifted me a wonderful book by Hollywood producer, Brian Grazer. The book was all about how he has used curiosity as his superpower to interview and chat with people like Princess Diana, LeBron James and many other folks he never dreamed he’d have the opportunity to chat with.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 21, 2023

I have been in journalism or PR for 25 years — I went to Boston University for journalism and upon graduation, I worked as a business reporter for a local daily newspaper on the outside of Cleveland. Probably the biggest thing about me is my Irish heritage and my passion for Gaelic sports.

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Action PR

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Here we celebrated the collaboration between our clients Everyone Active and MoreYoga by creating an ‘Ascent & Asana’ event, where people were invited to Westway Sports & Fitness centre to enjoy an hour of wall climbing followed by an hour of yoga. Bringing brands together is our speciality!

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Prohibition

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Nike football has always aimed to inspire youth, not just in football but across many sports. The video promotes Nike as a brand, as well as inspiring young people to play sport. GoPro changed the camera industry with their line of compact waterproof cameras perfect for those who love extreme sports and adventure.

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PR for Anyone

AUGUST 25, 2022

So for the next thirty days, in terms of your local media, newspaper, radio, television, you have a great opportunity to pitch back-to-school stories. All kinds of things you’ve got sports starting. .: Also, check out our next Get PR Famous upcoming live events at www.GetPRFamous.com and www.SpeakfromYourPowerLive.com.

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Cision

JULY 27, 2016

In this interview, Monique discusses how to successful plan events, how social media can benefit your organization and how to create messages that resonate. UNCF is a fast-paced organization with a lot of moving parts, local offices and internal divisions. How did you get your start in PR and communications?

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Barokas

MARCH 16, 2020

Stick to the facts and point your audience to official resources (your local government communications or the CDC) for more information. Helping clients arrange introductory or relationship building interviews with beat reporters who are currently stuck with little news to cover (such as reporters solely focused on entertainment or sports).

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Landis PR

APRIL 12, 2021

A 30-minute newscast may have a mere 18 minutes for news, once commercials, weather and sports are subtracted. Wires are essential for news organizations wanting to get a jump on a story, and they complement the news organizations’ staff by covering stories the local papers can’t or won’t get to themselves.

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Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

In this interview, she discusses what it’s like to work in PR in Asia, what it takes to build a successful brand and how to stay on top of an ever-evolving industry. Be locally relevant, build trust, be mindful of your tone of voice and don’t underestimate the power of relationships. How has PR changed over the years?

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Cision

APRIL 26, 2016

In this interview, Ashley discusses how to best leverage data and analytics, establish specific objectives for your communication strategy and be creative and take risks with your public relations efforts. My hobbies outside of work include…country music concerts, cooking and sporting events – especially ice hockey.

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Cision

JUNE 9, 2016

Making something newsworthy means having a “real person” to interview. While he was taking care of his infant son, he noticed a problem and couldn’t find a solution, so he created one. Now, that is a story. Promoting the Beebo as a product is not. Maybe a family member was in an accident and things need to be more easily accessible.

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Landis PR

JULY 18, 2022

I developed a campaign that landed national and local press for the organization. A key part of that is interviewing various stakeholders to understand their company, product, or vision. Lately, I’ve been spending my spare time driving kids to sports and chasing after our two dogs, Harry and Jackie.

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Presspage

AUGUST 24, 2023

You need to be willing to explore, in the spirit of founder Ferry Porsche: “I couldn’t find the sports car of my dreams, so I built it myself.”. Discovering New Loyalty Porsche Nederland launched 'Discovered,' an online lifestyle magazine showcasing qualitative content such as documentaries, podcasts, and interviews to reach new audiences.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I know PR professionals with degrees in journalism, mass media, English, business communication, marketing, sports and more. Perhaps the best way to learn about agency life and a particular employer is to set up informational interviews with current and past employees.

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PR in High Definition

OCTOBER 30, 2023

People went down to the local shop to get their daily newspaper, complete with some clever (and many not so clever) headline puns slapped on the front page. In this pre-social media age, newspapers ruled the roost. However, social media platforms are now the town square.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

In this interview, Ted Meyer, senior vice president of global public relations and communications of Natixis Global Asset Management, shares his thoughts on the importance of communication during a crisis, how the financial crisis of 2008 is still affecting brands and what PR used to look like before the Internet and social took over.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

The two-day series featured interviews with industry experts on the topics of ADAS and autonomy, along with virtual demonstrations of AEye’s CES Innovation award-winning 4Sight LiDAR. I did more traditional news, weather, sports, and farm reporting during my time in AM radio at KJAN. I hope the NAIAS organizers do it again!

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Initial interviews with their communications team revealed the Centre was up to some interesting things: • How researchers are making plants more tolerant to drought. • Local TV, radio, newspapers, and trade magazines all conducted interviews and ran stories in response to our ideas. #2

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Shift Communications

JULY 31, 2015

(Caution: This post contains lots of hockey references – apologies to non-sports fans). For PR pros that means racking our brains for every possible angle to secure that valuable air time – both local and national. Stress with your client that this is the most important interview or appearance they’ll ever do.

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Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Organizations are still hosting events to meet business goals but in a more responsible way, but now we are planning with consideration about how the event will impact investors, partners, and attendees, but also its workers, the local community, and the planet.

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OnePitch

JUNE 16, 2022

Read below for the entire interview with Desiree: 1.) The stylist, apparently unwilling to take no for an answer, took the piece to a local jeweler, who then created a copy of the design. Of course, imagery of a celebrity with A-list name recognition sporting a similar design, bringing the pitch to life, never hurts.

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Flatiron Communications

JULY 5, 2022

They typically range from heads of state to tech CEOs to A-list entertainment and sports celebrities to plain old influencers and thought-leaders. I split my time in the vast Enercare Center between hosting duties, interviewing select attendees for this publication, and catching a few of the sessions. Notably, Ms.

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Journalistics

APRIL 17, 2013

In other words, you would eventually go to Nike’s website for news and information on all things sports. What stories do you tell to people that come to visit your office or interview for a job that you don’t share outside of your company? Think Local. It’s harder and harder for local papers to survive in today’s media climate.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I think about people like LeeAnn Rasachak and Sarah Reckard whom I met more than 10 years ago now (they were one of my first PR Rock Star interviews!). So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. Jordan has a true passion for communication and sports! Hill Center.

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Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

I always enjoy reading your interviews with other communications professionals, and I am humbled you asked me to participate. Communications is a team sport, and I am very fortunate to work with a “small but mighty” crew of hustlers…who also have a sense of humor and support one another. That’s amazing! Easy – my team!

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Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2016

He mastered media relations managing information for national outlets like ESPN and Sports Illustrated. Courtney is the director of Allen Hall PR our student run public relations agency at the University of Oregon and the president of the American Women in Sports Media chapter. Justin McClanahan, @MNrube. Thomas Reese.

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Karen Freberg

DECEMBER 4, 2017

We have seen a lot of uses here for FB Watch shows and I think especially for my friends in the sports field, this would be something to look at heavily here as a way to brand, manage, and effectively execute your video content on FB. Another reason this app is good not just for influencers, but for those who have shows.

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Journalistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

This experience will come in handy in your professional career (and it looks good on a resume) Play sports – even if it’s intramural sports, you should be part of a team. Team sports teach you discipline, teamwork, competitiveness and the importance of fitness for your mental and physical health. I’ll take it.

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Tough Sledding

JANUARY 4, 2016

Hell, I covered sports, which is more like cheerleading than journalism anyway. So the next time a kid asks you for an informational interview, take the time. Invited to attend a career night at a local college or high school? More on my high school newspaper adventure here. ). When asked to review a resume or portfolio, do it.

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PR for Anyone

MARCH 21, 2020

The morning shows like the Today Show , Good Morning America and your local shows like Good Morning Washington still need regular content as well. There are no sporting events to watch. This can also be adapted to with Skype interviews. These are interesting times that we shifted into within days.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 7, 2023

She even went to his funeral locally (we asked their permission) – it was a full military funeral with honors – and photographed it and gave all the pics to the family. The sports editor stormed out my first week on the job and the editor asked if I wanted to make my then-unpaid internship a paid one.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The PR 2020 project was based on interviews with PR practitioners throughout the UK and the outlook for the forthcoming decade. Each corporate PRCA member will be expected to engage with a local school each year. Dr Jon White is a reflective PR practitioner and scholarly provocateur. Regulation is urgently required.

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Bad Pitch Blog

JANUARY 8, 2007

Fast Five is a new Bad Pitch Blog feature where we bring you five links or five-question interviews—all of them will probably pertain to our favorite subject—bad pitches and how to avoid them. But PR follows rules based on each countries local culture. It’s media relations as a full-contact sport. The bad news?

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PR Conversations

OCTOBER 11, 2018

When I interviewed women about working in PR in the 1970s and 1980s , they universally described their initial experiences as ‘exciting’ having moved into the occupation by accident. I also wonder whether disillusion may be inherent in PR/communications careers and act as a brake on long-term effectiveness.

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