ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 24, 2018

Some people don’t think of PR professionals as particularly creative – except when it comes to hatching wild PR stunts or gimmicks, like KFC’s fried-chicken-flavored nail polish in 2016. Yet creativity plays a part in much of a PR person’s daily work. 4 ways creative PR takes it up a notch.

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Creativity Small Business Storytelling Travel 174

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

B2B marketers that outperform peers are more likely to devote 40% or more of their marketing budget to long-term goals Good things really do come to those who wait. That’s always the case in B2B marketing , no? Click any image for higher resolution >>> Can your agency bring big ideas and execute?

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B2B Marketing Survey Creativity 148

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

Cliff Maroney named Vice President and Sasha Dookhoo named Director of B2B Tech to support expanding client roster and company growth. He was previously a Director and has been with Crenshaw since 2012 where he has worked on B2B brands in cybersecurity, ecommerce, AI, and enterprise technology.

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Report Communications B2B Enterprise 156

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Marketing in the Business to Business (B2B) world is a completely different beast to that in the consumer industry. B2Bs are faced with marketing products to their audience’s “work” personas and gain company buy in. Love, Little Rock Location: US The brand: Little Rock Regional Chamber The agency: Stone Ward It all started with an ad.

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B2B B2C Facebook Storytelling 120

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

It’s far too easy to say that B2B technology is dull. Yet that’s the central responsibility of the creative marketer – to convert the uninteresting into something interesting. The vast majority of B2B content centers on features, functions and benefits. Why Content Marketing is the New Branding.

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Storytelling Creativity B2B Film 60

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2015

Most of the work I’ve seen profiled in best practices, case studies, award entries, panel discussions and other channels has been consumer-facing – as in work done by companies or agencies to advance the agenda of a B2C company or a consumer product (Oreo, Dove or Skittles anyone?). But there’s plenty of quality work in the B2B realm as well.

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B2B Social Media Consumer B2C 150

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2015

Most of the work I’ve seen profiled in best practices, case studies, award entries, panel discussions and other channels has been consumer-facing – as in work done by companies or agencies to advance the agenda of a B2C company or a consumer product (Oreo, Dove or Skittles anyone?). But there’s plenty of quality work in the B2B realm as well.

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B2B Social Media Consumer B2C 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. 6 PR tactics to differentiate your brand. A company can set itself apart by speaking in a distinct brand voice. This type of creative, highly effective activity makes a splash.

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Brand Branding Reddit B2B 196

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

That’s because social media plays a large role in most consumer and B2B PR programs. Fully 86% of B2B marketers combine paid and organic social tactics. Organic content uses free social media tools to share posts, photos, videos, and stories with the people who already follow a given brand or individual. Here’s why.

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Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

True thought leadership is hard to achieve, not because it’s hard, but because some in B2B just can’t get out of their own way. She works for a B2B tech company that “doesn’t believe marketing” but she knows they need it desperately. A blog with B2B sales attribution. Check out our services.]. Not in six months.

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B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 106

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Creativity and risky marketing efforts don’t always find receptive purse strings in B2B, but it could well be the only thing left in “a sea of sameness.”. The Smell of Popcorn with a B2B Movie. Repurpose Your Best B2B Content. See these related posts: How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows.

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B2B Creativity Film Trade Shows 64

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

On the agency side, it’s sometimes because the team overpromises in their eagerness to win a new client. Fortunately, most collaborative ideas can be successful, — with research, work, and creativity. In ad tech, this means getting a brand or publisher client onboard; reporters aren’t going to take our word for it.

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Publicity How To Agency Product Launch 334

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2016

The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity – the Oscars of the advertising business – was held last week, and apparently it was a big disappointment for the public relations industry, which won fewer awards than in previous years. ” Today, it’s a “Creativity” extravaganza, and with good reason.

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Agency Creativity Advertising Advertising 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

Every PR agency team appreciates the importance of relationships with key media outlets and personnel. This is particularly true in B2B PR, where we tend to approach the same business and trade journalists on behalf of client executives and their brands. Think outside the brand. There are ways to work around this dilemma.

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Media Pitching Report B2B 333

Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

My mix has always included agency partnerships, but 2020 forced me to get creative and leverage those agency partnerships to stabilize my business. What are agency partnerships? Agency partnerships usually form as a result of traditional advertising and marketing agencies not having PR pros on staff.

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Agency Creativity Media Relations Nonprofit 76

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

How can PR agencies keep their clients top-of-mind in a 24-hour media environment? Besides, elevating a brand or company’s image by carefully inserting their business or product into the existing conversation is exciting. It could essentially leverage one agency’s capability over another’s when seeking new business opportunities.

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Trends Pitching Agency B2B 293

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

We worked on various projects alongside our talented in-house creative team that allowed us to help brands convey key messages, showcase new products and support wider campaign activity. To find out more about our creative or wider services, please contact the team.

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B2C Creativity Energy Print 62

Prohibition

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We’re looking for a PR Account Executive to join our Leeds based agency. Prohibition won Prolific North’s Best PR Agency and Best Integrated Campaign of 2019 and CIPR’s Outstanding Large Consultancy of the Year 2019, 2017 and 2015. We pride ourselves on being one of the country’s top agencies outside of the London bubble.

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B2C Healthcare Training Agency 133

Prohibition

AUGUST 15, 2022

Who would’ve thought that the creation of digital influencers could give brands the opportunity to leverage influencer marketing with no physical limitations and minimal risks. Here, we’ll look at what the metaverse is and some brands who are making the most of virtual influencer marketing. Why brands use virtual influencers.

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Brand Branding Fashion Marketing 116

Konnect Agency

JANUARY 7, 2022

The key is to attract qualified business-minded prospects who are aligned with your company values and can help your brand successfully grow. By working with a PR agency experienced in B2B marketing and the franchise industry, their team of experts can help create a fully integrated multichannel program for your franchise development needs.

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Agency Local Newspapers Interviews 52

Konnect Agency

JANUARY 7, 2022

The key is to attract qualified business-minded prospects who are aligned with your company values and can help your brand successfully grow. By working with a PR agency experienced in B2B marketing and the franchise industry, their team of experts can help create a fully integrated multichannel program for your franchise development needs.

Agency 52

Agency Local Newspapers Interviews 52

Sword and the Script

JUNE 8, 2019

However, when I really consider the word innovation in marketing, I tend to think of creativity. While technology can certainly change how we do marketing, it’s still reliant on creative inputs. Read the complete article: Why B2B Marketers Were More Innovative 10 Years Ago. 2) Growing responsibility for both tech and innovation.

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Creativity Technology Marketing Web 79

5W PR

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic world of media and marketing, creating a PR stunt that captures attention and aligns with your brand’s values and marketing goals is a high-wire act of creativity and strategy. When executed successfully, it can skyrocket brand awareness, generate buzz on social media, and even make headlines.

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How To Ethics Measurement Creativity 78

5W PR

JANUARY 3, 2022

That’s why companies should create concise and clear brand messages for audiences and media outlets. This is actually especially important in the B2B industry, where technical language and complex concepts can obscure a message and thus turn away potential consumers. Free Writing.

Brand 60

Brand Branding Consumer Writing 60

Stern + Associates

MAY 6, 2024

The best part of Brandon Pantano’s job is helping leaders, brands and businesses use the latest marketing best practices to improve their bottom lines. From shaping brands using integrated marketing strategy to business development to SEO, the role of a digital marketer has the power to transform.

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Strategy Marketing SEO B2B 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 15, 2017

Here in New York, some set their sights on a media or fashion brand to learn those businesses while also gaining experience in external communications. My personal bias is for a small or midsize agency, but it’s really more about the classic agency structure and what it offers for team members. Not necessarily.

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Agency Nonprofit Corporate Training 122

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

While marketing is focused on driving sales, PR is designed to build trust in a brand or company and grow its reputation. What you see and what your PR agency sees could diverge — in a good way. An agency team brings value that is distinct from the background of an internal comms unit.

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Leadership Reputation Internal International 182

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2021

As most PR agencies know, a speaker program is an excellent tactic for building thought leadership and brand recognition in the B2B space. In ad tech, for example, we (ideally) want to include the perspectives of analysts, agencies, vendors, publishers, and brands to get a full understanding of a topic.

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Leadership Trends B2B Agency 332

5W PR

APRIL 28, 2022

Understanding how the markets — whether it’s B2B or B2C — work is a daunting feat. Since 2003, we’ve dabbled in different industries like entertainment, consumer brands, public affairs, and digital marketing. What I have found unique is the combination of their consistent strategy and spontaneous creativity.

Public Affairs 88

Public Affairs B2B B2C Analysis 88

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with? Myth #2: I can do my own PR.

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Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

5W PR

APRIL 22, 2019

Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Consumer (B2C) marketing are the two most prominent types of marketing relationships. Depending on a brand’s goals and target demographic, one of these groups of consumers may not apply. Relationship-building is the key to B2B marketing success.

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Consumer B2C Brand Branding 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

There are all types of PR problems, but the one that nobody wants to deal with is the public relations program that just isn’t generating traction, or one where outcomes fall short of expectations by the client or PR agency. ” But most PR agencies have become more sophisticated about goal-setting and measurement.

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How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

Prohibition

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The question remains for brands and content creators around how to make the most of these new AI features to embrace more creativity into comms. Paying users also have the option to limit comments – a big update for brands who may struggle with negative interactions or troll comments.

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LinkedIn Social Media B2B Media 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2021

As many PR agency teams know, our work can be highly specialized, particularly in B2B public relations. Or, if you want to keep tabs on the latest campaigns and creative, check out the Hot Spots column. . Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . AdExchanger.

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Advertising Advertising Privacy Television 322

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

On the creative side, 57% of PR firms report that earned media has become more important in the current economic climate , but more than half (53%) think that their agencies aren’t viewed as the best option by clients to lead earned-first creative ideas. And it’s not just public relations.

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Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 97

Sword and the Script

MAY 8, 2018

This latest survey polled 362 senior marketers and I’ve culled through the 95-page report to review the data from B2B product segment and the technology vertical, which are the markets I serve. Here are five points I think are relevant for B2B marketing leaders. Marketers from B2B product companies say their budgets grew 6.2%

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Survey B2B Marketing Mobile 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. Amid budget cuts, tools like generative AI are ushering in a new era of creativity.

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Technology Television Web Social Media 266