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A Guide to Pride Without Pandering

PRSay

And we have a new President and new leadership in Congress. For corporate communicators, Pride in 2021 can seem confusing and challenging. If the past year has taught you anything, then it should be that the price of admission to the LGBTQ ally community is now much higher. Seek communications help. Always in all ways.

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In Memoriam: Reed Bolton Byrum, APR, Fellow PRSA

PRSay

Byrum served as PRSA’s president and CEO in 2003. He then moved to Texas, where he held corporate leadership roles for EDS Corp. Reed Bolton Byrum, APR, Fellow PRSA, died on Oct. 14 following a battle with esophageal cancer. and South Carolina before settling in Lewisburg, Pa., He began his career with the Gannett Co.,

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The sunsetting of one of Minnesota’s most successful all-time blogs–the MN PR Blog

Communications Conversations

Since, 2003, to be exact. So, I thought it was worth commemorating since the MN PR Blog has been an instrumental part of the local PR community for 15+ years. Like I said, Ryan started the blog in 2003. ” Joel Swanson, vice president-marketing & communications, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union.

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Entertainment & Sports Section New Member Spotlight

PRSay

Isabelle McLemore – Senior Director, Global Corporate Communications, UFC. Coming out of college I came across an opportunity as a communications intern at Tennis Canada. That’s probably our biggest thing in certainly public relations, and corporate communications as well. Using local resources is huge.

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8 Questions with Syracuse University’s Sports Legend, Michael Veley

Critical Mention

Newhouse School of Public Communications. Clearly winning the 2003 Men’s Basketball National Championship will always be at the top of the mountain. I’ve relied on my communications background throughout my career, not only in college athletics, but working in higher education. Winning the title was only the beginning.

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How to Prepare a PR Crisis Plan

Prohibition

Having someone from legal, customer service, communications, and public relations on the team ensures that all bases are covered. The-house PR person or head of communications. Team roles and responsibilities need to be clear if your crisis communication plan is going to work. 5. Make a plan for communicating with the media.

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PR Rock Stars: 3M’s Heather Cmiel

Communications Conversations

This year, Heather starts her stint as president of MN PRSA–a big leadership spot. I have been involved since the first day I joined in 2003 – 14 years ago (I am starting to realize I am old). Professionally the organization has helped me grow skill sets and build a reputation in this community. million followers.

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