ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

Any good PR agency team wants to get a new engagement up and running as quickly and as well as possible. The first 90 days of an engagement can be the most hectic time of an entire client-agency experience. Understanding how they work is essential for an agency to jumpstart a PR relationship and build trust. Do a deep dive.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Most of all, we’re a strategic resource for internal and external clients. Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. As the power of digital and social media has soared, they see new opportunities.

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The Hoffman Agency

APRIL 19, 2024

The offer to intern at The Hoffman Agency came at the perfect time. As I contemplated giving up hope and settling for a job outside of my field, Tori Quinn came to my rescue with a LinkedIn message: an invitation to a 30-minute interview for the Spring internship at The Hoffman Agency in Portland.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2016

The other reason is that for many PR agencies, Cannes simply hasn’t been on the radar, except when a client is a sponsor or honoree. In 2015, PRs were heartened that three winning Lions were entered by PR agencies, and the Procter & Gamble’s “Like A Girl” campaign won the PR Grand Prix.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Independent audit Following a third-party audit of attendee information for CES 2024 conducted by the Alliance for Audited Media, attendance for the show grew 15% as the show – called “the world’s most powerful tech event” – also grew in importance as a venue for automotive and mobility suppliers. billion – which is a LOT of attention!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2021

One of the benefits of working in a small PR agency is the relationships you build with your co-workers and senior management. In larger agencies, you could be just a name on paper and get lost in a corner somewhere. Are you a strong writer, social media whiz or maybe have a special touch when it comes to media relations?

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Summary of PR tech news from the last 30 days: PRophet offers a white-label option for PR agencies; Meltwater joins the generative AI race; mentions and new PR statistics Despite reports everyone in PR is using generative AI – it’s simply not true. Internal comms. Investor relations platform plans to add generative AI.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 29, 2022

As B2B PR pros, we’re always looking for creative ways to tell a story. Don’t be afraid to be honest with a client or your internal team about the status of a given pitch or initiative. Being ghosted by members of the media is an unfortunate part of being in PR, so it’s up to us to share the reality of the situation.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . As many PR agency teams know, our work can be highly specialized, particularly in B2B public relations. That’s why it’s especially important for PR people not only to understand the tech, but to follow the key media in the industry very closely.

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Shift Communications

APRIL 26, 2016

Developing and implementing public relations programs for organizations in the B2B tech space is a unique challenge, whether it’s in the HR, finance, retail, cybersecurity, enterprise storage or marketing/ad tech industry. To hit the ground running, here are some key best practices to keep in mind while first breaking into B2B tech PR.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Since before Mark Cuban famously warned tech startups against bringing on a PR agency , there’s been an ongoing debate about public relations for early-stage businesses, and lots of advice for how to build the kind of earned media visibility that rivals well known brands like Uber or Casper. The answer is no.

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Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Many of our B2B PR programs focus heavily on media relations. Our clients are changing their customer’s lives, but often have a tough time translating their successes to media coverage. Here are some media tips to get started: For Business Press, Think Verticals. That’s where we come in. Emily Adams.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Goals, channels and metrics for internal comms. Internal communicators are striving to better inform employees – and improve engagement rates. That’s according to a survey of 250 internal comms pros conducted by Ragan in May 2022. Internal comms demand more focus. “62% In-house vs. agency.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

In my experience doing this, and I’ve done it for a long time in many different B2B environments, here’s where things usually fall apart. Research shows B2B organizations spend an average of $150 for every email address they capture. See these related posts: The PR Opportunity for Brands as Publishers Tinker with Journalism.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 4, 2017

.” Which is why a recent PRWeek article quoting WE’s “president of international” (yes, this is actually his title) saw my jaw hit the floor in record time. “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” ” JC, Alan.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 25, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Murphy Pressley. As we’re beginning our adult lives and preparing to be more independent, less impulsive, and more in control, a vital tool in any student’s growth is an internship —in my case, at a top PR agency. College is a transformation for students. Explore different career paths.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

That’s according to the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey – by Ned’s Job of the Week , an email newsletter and Sword and the Script Media, a PR and marketing consultancy for B2B technology. More than half (54%) of respondents think more work will be shipped to outside agencies to help relieve the pressure.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2020

>>> Looking for a B2B tech PR with expertise and execution? Two respondents noted a split structure with internal communications reporting to HR, and external communications reporting through sales. It Depends on the Organization Too Because I work in the B2B technology sector I tend to look at things through those lenses.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 12, 2018

Lee was a leader in media relations. Ivy Ledbetter Lee (1877-1934) is credited with refining the art of media relations, but his most celebrated engagement was a train wreck – literally. the concept of two-way internal communications to improve the company’s image after a mine strike massacre. Rockefeller Jr.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

My public relations career began with media relations. Securing between 20-50 opportunities each week (no, that is not a typo), I was the highest producer at the agency I worked at before starting out on my own. As you can imagine, I’m a big proponent of media relations. Media relations can be tough.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 11, 2020

For example, working with B2B tech companies, we often push different forms of data to journalists to encourage coverage. One reason the press release has a bad reputation is that it’s often drafted by a PR agency or internal officer but touched by many hands along the way, from marketing to legal counsel. Here’s why.

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Landis PR

JANUARY 16, 2024

Photo Courtesy of Pixabay Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Gábor Jelinek, Executive Director. Independent PR agencies usually seek membership in a regional or global PR network primarily because they want to expand their reach and do more business. We have multiple agencies from the U.S.,

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

One of the world’s largest B2B trade shows, CES is rapidly becoming recognized as the leading show globally for automotive technologies. Unmatched Global Media Exposure: CES is an international platform that attracts an impressive array of journalists, industry influencers and media representatives.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Where is your company in its public relations planning for 2018? Whether a brand needs B2B or B2C PR next year, the steps to manage the process are similar. Ideally, the organization’s statement of its mission is still relevant to the business environment as well as internal audiences.

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The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 27, 2017

There are many tools available to harvest data about your customers and stakeholders, both internally and externally: CRM systems, social media analytics, web analytics and more. This could be a huge opportunity for PR Agencies in 2018. The value of earned media grows – and everyone wants to grab control of it.

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Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

In the case of the law, it’s the judge that’s the decision-maker; in media relations, it’s the reporter/editor. The same comparison is true of a big PR/Communications agency vs a boutique or solo practitioner. Why are you approaching this as (a pitch, a news release, a social media post, etc.) In PR it’s the same.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Whether it’s a B2C company that needs a high volume of sales or a B2B with a slower selling cycle, every high-growth business invests heavily in customer acquisition. Many businesses use a mix of email marketing, paid search, SEO, content marketing, and social media marketing to create prospects and turn them into customers.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 1, 2021

PR agencies are taking on international communications for businesses as they expand beyond our borders. The digital acceleration brought on by the global pandemic has in many ways made the media landscape more accessible to PR teams. . Here are five areas to consider when pitching international media. .

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Sword and the Script

JULY 7, 2020

>>> Looking for a B2B tech PR with expertise and execution? Muck Rack focuses on public relations management Muck Rack announced “Public Relations Management” which promises a “unified platform” across the company’s “media database, monitoring, analytics and collaboration tools built for PR teams.”

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The Resolution Blog

MAY 24, 2017

How refusing to offer AVE’s led to two global AMEC awards and very happy clients On May 17th, 2017 AMEC announced the winners for their International Communication Effectiveness awards. We’ll let the AMEC judges tell you that: “We loved the creativity both in the execution, media mix and news hijacking. Congratulations!

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 16, 2017

2) B2B prioritizing budgets for earned media. More B2B marketers are shifting budget and priority to earned media as they struggle with declining response rates from traditional investments in paid media,” according to a new report by Demand Gen: Earned Media Influential in Performance Marketing.

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Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Social media monitoring tools can assist with these issues by detecting a crisis with up-to-the-minute alerts to help companies find solutions to communicate with their internal and external stakeholders at a moment’s notice. B2B platforms. Brand humanization. Interactive Instagram stories.

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5W PR

APRIL 9, 2024

In the fast-paced B2B tech environment, new ground is continuously broken, but it’s not without its share of hazards. Crisis management blueprint The foundation of public relations crisis preparedness is a detailed crisis management blueprint. Communication strategy Set out foolproof communication procedures.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 15, 2023

He has more than 40 years of B2B PR experience in corporate and agency settings and specializes in the automotive and mobility sectors, having worked with several of the world’s top automotive suppliers, consultants and mobility tech start-ups. Author: Jim Bianchi Jim is president and founder of Bianchi PR.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 5, 2022

When I left the media relations agency I cofounded after 16 years, I realized I would need an expanded skillset to attract new clients. This month, we asked our panel of solo PR pros to share best practices for entering a new niche in their business. Read on for their helpful tips.

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