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AUGUST 16, 2023

Digiday and Inc. recognized multiple Crenshaw Communications clients as part of their respective editorial award programs. Cooler Screens, Digital Remedy, and Yahoo were among the companies named to the Digiday Technology Awards shortlist. The agency also saw clientsSOCi and SponsorUnited named to the Inc. 5000 2023 list. The Digiday Technology Awards recognize the technology modernizing media and marketing.

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JULY 28, 2023

Why do most sales tech companies struggle to drive great PR? The sales tech market is incredibly hot. Look at companies like Crunchbase or Drift. I’ve spoken to dozens of companies and platforms over the last few years — from SaaS for sales compensation to AI-powered sales enablement — to give them guidance on the PR challenges for the sales tech industry, in general, and how they can break through.

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JULY 5, 2023

Cannes Lions has long been a fixture on my calendar, but from a distance. With over a decade of experience in adtech PR, I’ve orchestrated or supported more Cannes campaigns than I can count, but I never attended until this year. Did it live up to the hype? Definitely. And it proved both exhilarating and exhausting, as many told me it would. The whirlwind of meetings, parties, and party-meetings made for a wild ride, to say the least.

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JUNE 8, 2023

In a move that surprised no one, embattled CNN CEO Chris Licht stepped down yesterday. Media-watchers were taking bets on how long Licht could last after a “brutal” and deeply reported profile in The Atlantic. The piece highlighted his controversial year at the helm and was punctuated by the widely criticized decision to televise a town hall with Donald Trump in front of an “extra-Trumpy” live audience.

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MAY 22, 2023

Crenshaw Communications, an award-winning B2B PR firm representing high-growth technology companies and leading ad tech brands, recently welcomed former ad tech journalist Mez Ambachew and PR agency professional Elana Warshavsky to the team. The agency also welcomed back returning team member Colleen O’Connor. Mez steps into the role of account executive at Crenshaw Communications, working on the agency’s ad tech clients.

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MAY 2, 2023

As the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) takes shape, many companies have mixed feelings about ChatGPT and the AI arms race. A recent Harris survey found that 40% of workers familiar with ChatGPT are concerned that the AI-powered chatbot will replace them. Yet the same study also found that 60% are optimistic that generative AI will make them more productive at work.

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APRIL 18, 2023

The terms “ public relations” and “reputation management” are sometimes used interchangeably. Yet, although they’re often intertwined, they are distinct. Gartner calls reputation management “the practice of influencing stakeholder perceptions and public conversations about an organization and its brands.” And public relations is defined as “the professional maintenance of a favorable public image.” Public image and reputation are close, and in both cases the goal is a more positive o

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APRIL 10, 2023

As anyone in PR knows, we’re living in a boycott culture. Over Easter weekend Texas congressman Dan Crenshaw (no relation) hopped on the boycott du jour with a video pledging to “throw out every single Bud Light we’ve got.” The punch line comes when Rep. Crenshaw angrily opens that fridge to reveal — no Bud Light at all. “That was easy,” he quips, as he shuts the fridge door.

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MARCH 22, 2023

It seems that you can’t go a day without seeing a news headline that references Artificial Intelligence. With the rise in popularity of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools, there is debate about the use of AI in public relations , journalism, and everyday life. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been transforming industries and businesses, and ad tech , a specialist sector where we do a lot of work, is no exception.

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MARCH 6, 2023

Congratulations to Crenshaw Communications VP, enterprise tech and business development, Sasha Dookhoo, who was recently recognized as part of Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Awards. The award program recognizes female communicators who are “leading their teams and organizations in impactful, interesting ways [and who serve as] mentors to future generations, who hold truth to power when necessary or who are newcomers excited to make their mark.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The practice of public relations has probably evolved more rapidly in the past several years than ever before. The core skills we need as PR professionals have also changed. While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more.

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JANUARY 24, 2023

For marketing and PR teams, social media is a gateway to engagement. New and emerging platforms in particular are ideal tools for reaching a specific audience or participate in a trending conversation. And that’s where most brands want to be. So, what’s new? BeReal. Discord. Even Twitter Spaces. We’ve all heard about them, but what should PR people know, and how can we use them?

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JANUARY 11, 2023

The post below was not written by a human being. It was generated when ChatGPT was given the prompt to write a 350-word blog post about how PR teams can use ChatGPT in their work. You can be the judge of its accuracy, quality and style! ChatGPT, a language generation model developed by OpenAI, can be a valuable tool for PR professionals in a variety of ways.

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DECEMBER 16, 2022

As 2022 winds down, PR teams are looking and trends and opportunities in their most relevant categories. One of ours is ad tech. Despite economic headwinds, the global advertising industry has been robust and seems poised for more growth. Post-Covid, brands are spending on connected TV (CTV) ad platforms and the industry is abuzz about retail media.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

Regular “touch-base” calls are a PR agency staple. They’re typically how we sync up with a client, report on progress, and highlight opportunities within a PR engagement or program. Weekly or biweekly meetings are not just markers of progress, though. They’re also how we get face time with team members and clients, develop a mutual rapport, and generally show our value.

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OCTOBER 12, 2022

8:30 am While the work day won’t officially start until 9 a.m., I’m skimming my Twitter feed for the latest news. Since many of our PR clients are high-growth technology businesses, it’s essential to know what’s trending. I set lots of Twitter notifications, so I get an alert each time Axios, TechCrunch, Forbes, Bloomberg, CNN, CoinTelegraph, and others tweet.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

While many people think that a PR agency ’s responsibilities boil down to announcements and media placement, we can’t discount the power of thought leadership for business executives, especially for B2B companies. . Content is one of the engines for thought leadership, and there are many ways to get the story out, from posting on the company website to being a part of a group like the Forbes Business Council.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

As any ad or PR agency knows, our budgets are vulnerable when the economy turns soft. Already, Facebook parent company Meta has warned of an advertising slowdown. Broadcast outlets and publishers also report headwinds , though the views are mixed. On the bright side, a Muck Rack study shows PR expenditures may rise in some sectors, including travel and energy.

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AUGUST 23, 2022

In the world of PR , there are few fields more exciting and terrifying than the cybersecurity industry. It feels like every day we hear about a new breach, hack or vulnerability that has impacted an individual or organization. The numbers back this up; a recent cybersecurity report from research firm ThoughtLab found that the average number of cyberattacks and data breaches increased by 15.1% from last year.

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JULY 19, 2022

For PR teams, the most common way to secure media coverage involves announcements, data and proactive pitches. Yet there are always times when proactive pitching doesn’t work, or when announcements and data are relatively light. It’s times like these when PR folks must figure out how to supplement their planned pitching to continue to drive media interest at a good pace.

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JUNE 28, 2022

For a creative services firm – like ad, PR or marketing agencies – differentiation is key. One way agencies distinguish themselves is by touting their independent status. In the advertising world, that may mean the company isn’t part of a consulting firm. The implication is that its team is free to offer top creative and client-centered work.

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JUNE 27, 2022

The right public relations strategy allows brands to build visibility while creating or deepening connections with key audiences. But tools like press releases and feature story placements are just the beginning. Here are five ways to amplify PR efforts. Social media adds value. Social media posts can be more than company news and updates. Brands get creative on social channels.

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JUNE 17, 2022

It’s no small irony that public relations has a reputation problem. At times PR agencies run afoul of ethical standards by trafficking in false or misleading information, hiding conflicts of interest, or working with a lack of transparency. Then there’s what one report calls “defense of malicious behavior” where a PR team chooses to represent a bad actor.

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MAY 31, 2022

Our CEO Dorothy Crenshaw is representing Crenshaw Comm at the PROI Global Summit in Dubrovnik this week. PROI is the largest and most established international network of independent PR firms. The Dubrovnik meeting kicked off with a motivational presentation from the very dynamic Valorie Burton of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute. Valorie was followed by our new Ukraine partner Kristina Nikolayeva, founder of Be It Agency in Kiev.

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JUNE 8, 2022

Almost 10 years into my tech PR career, I still have family and friends ask the age-old question – “So, what exactly do you do? What is PR exactly?” . Why do PR people feel that no one understands what we do? Because few do. And public relations isn’t always a straight path. I originally started college as a marketing major, but I soon realized that maybe marketing wasn’t right for me (the required Accounting and Statistics put me over the edge).

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MAY 24, 2022

With its splashy headlines and viral tweets, consumer PR gets all the attention. But a well crafted PR program can have a powerful impact on B2B businesses, too. And it’s often very cost-effective relative to consumer public relations. Think about business categories where the margins are high and the sales cycle is long – enterprise software, insurance, or any professional service, from accounting to management consulting.

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MAY 24, 2022

Many seasoned PR veterans will tell you that success comes with experience. But experience isn’t the only factor in professional excellence among PR people. In my experience the best PR specialists tend to have certain qualities in common. Here are five of them. A positive outlook. An optimistic demeanor can go a long way in any occupation, and PR is no exception. .

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MAY 11, 2022

One of the more fascinating aspects of a great PR program is the visibility it generates beyond earned media. People usually think of media pitching and press releases when they think about public relations. But sharing thoughts and insights from company executives in a public setting is a great complement to media exposure – and one often leads to the other. .

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APRIL 14, 2022

Finally after a long winter (at least here in New York), the change in weather means it’s time for PR professionals to refresh their plans and get re-organized. Just like the tradition of ‘spring cleaning’ a home, PR teams should consider cleaning up daily tasks to start the new quarter and season on a fresh note. . Media lists . We all have “master” media lists for different verticals but as any good media master knows, journalists and reporters move around, frequently changing publications or

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APRIL 13, 2022

In the years since “purpose-driven” brands have become hot among marketing and PR people, one thing has become clear – having a well communicated purpose is good for business. As Joanna Seddon of Presciant brand consultancy puts it, “Purpose-drive brands are more successful (than others) in every way.” An organization linked to a coherent purpose can make better products, offer better services and attract better employees.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2022

“You give away your best thinking on spec.” My husband once said that as he watched me sweat a high-stakes new biz proposal that hinged on The Big Idea. That observation bothered me for years, because it was true. But how does a PR or ad agency avoid it? A recent Twitter dustup highlighted the dilemma. The CEO of crytocurrency exchange Coinbase tweeted about its wildly successful Super Bowl ad.

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JANUARY 27, 2022

PR agency teams , especially those in tech PR, LOVE to speak in jargon. We have shorthand for nearly everything and sometimes forget that people outside our organization or industry might not know what we’re talking about. While those in PR are more than happy to explain what our unique vocabulary means, there are certain phrases that should be eliminated.

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DECEMBER 21, 2021

The social media landscape is constantly evolving, and PR pros must stay in step with trends and tactics. 2021 saw emerging platforms that B2B brands were eyeing to for their marketing plans, and some may have been missteps. In fact, there are several social media approaches that should be reassessed as we enter 2022. Filler content created solely for ‘likes’.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Bringing on an external resource for public relations is a big commitment for any business. Most companies make that move only after careful consideration, and sometimes it’s a step that’s overdue. But occasionally an organization will sign with a PR firm prematurely or in error. Here’s how to know if you’re not yet ready for the partnership.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2021

As we close out 2021, we are seeking a Content Director, Account Supervisor and a Senior Account Executive to join our dynamic B2B technology team. The ideal team member will have worked with various top B2B tech companies (e.g., adtech, martech, cyber security, enterprise SaaS, artificial intelligence, retail tech, etc.) within a PR agency setting or in-house.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2021

In the last ten years or so, podcasts have shot up in popularity, especially for PR agencies. Podcasts about entrepreneurism in particular can be a strong way for top executives and thought leaders to share their success stories and advice for budding business-builders. Every business leader has a strategy to share, and there’s a story behind nearly every company, young or old. .

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NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In B2B PR , earned media and content naturally go together — or at least, they should. Relevant content can support SEO and even lead generation. Yet sometimes it’s underutilized when it comes to PR. . PR teams must constantly think about new ways to generate potential story ideas. Marketing content should be a key component in our ideation processes — especially during quiet periods. .

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