Remove 2008 Remove Blogging Remove Leadership Remove Local
article thumbnail

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

Communications Conversations

If you’ve worked in the PR industry in the Twin Cities for any length of time, you’ve probably heard about or visited, the MN PR Blog. In fact, to my knowledge, the MN PR Blog was one of the first PR blogs in the entire country! The blog was founded and managed by Ryan May. Since, 2003, to be exact.

article thumbnail

Reflexivity Memo on PR practice from craft skills to education. A case of ‘plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose’.

PR Conversations

Then, please return to read this Reflexivity Memo inspired by Jim’s answers to the questions that I posed in 2008: Q9. Craft skills in 2008 – such as writing or editing – were an entry point for many, expected by employers, and readily supplied by educational institutions. I’m not convinced this has happened.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Behind the Headlines With Kim Spear

Cision

Kim Spear, director at Newgate Communications, has helped her clients build brands in China and also worked with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. What was it like to work with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics? But if you don’t understand how your brand fits into its specific market, you won’t be able to stand out.

Local 120
article thumbnail

How Can Financial Services Organizations Use Social Media?

wiredPRworks

Currently, Chris serves as secretary of the local school council at Newberry Math and Science Academy in Chicago. Barbara is an international trends speaker with a Hungarian heritage, digital marketing advisor since 2002, and sales leadership guide for all types of teams. Her podcast, Growing Social Now, launched in 2021.

article thumbnail

The Extra Mile PR Strategy: Wow Your Customers

Doctor Spin

Partner with a local influencer to promote your business on social media. Write a guest blog post for a popular industry publication or website. Please support my blog by sharing it with other PR- and communication professionals. Offer free consultations or advice sessions to potential customers. Suggested Reading Michelli, J.

article thumbnail

I still love you PRSA–even though I’m no longer a member

Communications Conversations

MIMA has this programming market completely cornered locally. I’ve blogged about PRSA a number of times in the past. In 2008, I accepted a position as secretary on the executive leadership team. For me, MIMA just made sense–for a number of different reasons: 1–Learning. No one comes close. Ask anyone.

Meeting 60
article thumbnail

Content Marketing World 2016: 4 Key Sessions and Lessons Learned

PR 20/20

This year, the PR 20/20 team sent four employees, including myself, to the local conference to mingle with the best and brightest in content marketing. Check out REI’s blog for short and long stories about a life outdoors. COPE-worthy content can be expressed through blogs, video, email, social, bylined articles and more.