ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

Crenshaw Communications Reports Record Growth for 2021. New York, NY, January 24, 2022 — Crenshaw Communications , a leading New York-based public relations agency specializing in PR for B2B, ad tech, and SaaS technology brands, today announced record increases for 2021 and personnel moves to support continued growth. “As

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

Yet many don’t know what makes an agency a ‘great’ fit. Some companies fall victim to the “big budget, big agency; small budget, small agency” myth. Regardless of whether an agency is big or small, it’s the account team is usually comprised of a few dedicated team members who will deliver on the company’s objectives.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I’ve been writing this monthly column about PR technology companies for nearly five years – and I’m still continuously reminded that while these companies make software for communicators, they are not typically communication experts. PR Newswire teamed up with AKA Partners , a “video-first marketing communications” agency.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I worked at a large PR agency as part of the consumer technology team. PR agency life can be gratifying and exciting, just as it can be fast-paced and stress-inducing. I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

Sophie Smith Agencies can claim a proportion of research and development investment costs against their Corporation Tax. Our COVID-19 UK Public Relations report has kickstarted a series of industry conversations about what drives innovation in communication and professional services. It is an incentive aimed at promoting innovation.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Analytics should be an important component of the work we do as public relations professionals, but how can we leverage analytics tools to serve our needs? The solution seems to be to get more creative. Matt’s presentation about Google Analytics demonstrates a creative way to utilize an analytical tool for public relations work.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

But behind the scenes, it represents a shift in the industry, and one that your creative team can learn from. This holiday season, here are some gear ideas that can help take your creative team’s content from amateur to professional quality — without burning through your entire budget — thanks to some shopping-season deals: iPhones.

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5W PR

JUNE 14, 2024

However, AI is fundamentally a collection of smart tools designed to optimize and perform tasks. These AI tools can range from automating mundane activities to assisting in complex data analysis, all intended to significantly enhance human capabilities, not replace them.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In 2023, “AI has become a huge topic,” said Chris Perry, chair of Weber Shandwick Futures , the communication firm’s research and development lab that seeks to help PR agencies and their clients adapt to the major changes that artificial intelligence is causing. These are tools that can make us better, not take our jobs.”

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

CEOs and business leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of corporate communications; investors say comms can increase company valuations. This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you.

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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. Today, marketing and communications teams are being asked — over and over again — to do more with less.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Selecting the right public relations agency is a bit like dating, and it can be fraught with some of the same perils and challenges. It helps to break down the PR agency search process into key phases and to articulate questions to elicit the best responses. What are our key criteria for an agency partner? The Meeting.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

The best public relations partnerships are client-agency collaborations that involve a serious time commitment on both sides. But what if the client has limited time to invest with the agency team? Or if it lacks experienced staff to manage the agency effort? Get a strong start with your PR agency. Invite the agency in.

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Cision

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Overreliance on analytics overshadows creativity, which can hinder your chances to earn more media. When you focus solely on optimizing for clicks or conversions, you miss the opportunity for the audience to emotionally connect with a clever or creative piece of content. Creative and Content Go Hand-In-Hand.

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PR in High Definition

MARCH 28, 2023

Embarking on a partnership with a PR agency is one of those business purchasing decisions that shouldn’t be taken lightly. But how can you be sure you are choosing, or working with, the right-sized communications and PR agency and getting value out of every dollar, pound, or euro you spend on comms?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

And we’ve written about what agencies need from their client partners in order to be successful. The chief parameters of the client-agency relationship are covered in the letter of agreement, and planning documents will further outline expectations. Has the agency maintained staffing as promised? Beyond The LOA.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

As we turn the page on the year, it’s time to look at the trends that affect PR and marketing communications. Purpose and values-based communications will become an essential part of the marketing toolbox. It makes for treacherous territory for brands that need to assert their values but good news for communicators who can help.

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PR in High Definition

MAY 31, 2022

In the short space of a few months, AR and VR have become inherently tied to the world of communications. Modern workers are no strangers to communicating remotely. From allowing creativity to flourish, to enabling communication (in a virtual space) with people across the globe. Bolstering Creativity.

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Stephen Waddington

APRIL 10, 2021

Communications and public relations teams have moved to virtual working during COVID-19. As part of an ongoing project exploring start-up agencies during the pandemic, Wadds Inc. is investigating the impact of the pandemic on the tools used by agencies and communication teams. The Wadds Inc.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2016

If you’ve ever worked with a top technology PR agency , you know the business of developing public relations programs for hot tech companies or startups can be challenging. To be successful, there are some key things to keep in mind from the start of a PR agency relationship. Streamline tools. Tech loves its tools.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 14, 2018

Entrepreneur Joanna Drabent tells the story of Prowly, an integrated campaign management and workflow tool for PR teams. During the trip, we would talk about our tool. Thanks to our genuine communication efforts the local PR industry became fond of our brand. We switched our creative PR efforts for educational activities.

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Shift Communications

JULY 12, 2022

becomes an invaluable tool for growing inquisitive minds. Find creative ways to carry the message through. Evaluate each campaign through the lens of: “Does this effectively communicate the company’s mission and help build connections with our target audiences?” By Brittany Joyal, Sr. Account Manager, Consumer.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

Take the case of social media; what was once a creative space for brands to engage with customers is now so cluttered that making connections is difficult, and paid media strategies are often necessary. While there are tools that may help with analysis, manual scrutiny is the only way to correctly approach media. Wire distribution.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

How can PR agencies keep their clients top-of-mind in a 24-hour media environment? PR agencies must determine if the juice is worth the squeeze, acting judiciously and using good judgment. Because news moves quickly, the pressure is on to develop a creative, well-packaged message that provides an original, relevant angle.

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Wadds Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

Adoption of AI in public relations is slow, hindered by skills and organisational investment A USC Annenberg and WE Communications report - Fascinated and Frightened: How are communications professionals viewing the ai opportunity ahead? A quarter said that they will never use AI tools. It’s a surprising data point.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Agencies are straightforward organisations to manage. He’s an agency boss based in New Zealand that helped build Edelman in Europe, and latterly Asia. His presentation guide on agency management is a must read for anyone in the business. Community – the era of command and control is over, especially in networked agencies.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 16, 2017

In 1926, psychologist Graham Wallas outlined the basic creative process, which has been the overall framework for understanding and fostering creativity for almost a century. The Wallas process has four general stages: Preparation : loading up your mind to be creative. Inspiration/Insight : the process of generating ideas.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

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The Resolution Blog

JANUARY 8, 2018

The content you should be creating 2018 plans are underway and creatives are about to be brought to life. This post and a new feature on insight tool BuzzSumo holds a lot of the answers! More ways to view the world’s questions AnswerThePublic.com, our tool that demonstrates the way people ask questions on Google has had a refresh!

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Critical Mention

APRIL 10, 2018

When other industries think of creative agency hours, they go EEK! Don’t forget, they’re more creative. For example, if Jane Doe wants to be an outstanding creative director, a caring mother/wife, and a reliable friend, let’s face it, she might skip the gym on more than a few occasions. Now, we know what you’re thinking.

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Communications Conversations

JULY 26, 2018

I’ve seen a number of articles recently that have focused on a growing–and increasingly troublesome–trend in our industry: Our complete over-reliance on tools and technology. What I’ve seen is this: Brands purchasing and increasing number of social media tools. Brand over-relying on social analytics tools.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 2, 2020

Companies prioritize empathy in COVID-19 communications. New York, NY, June 2, 2020 — Crenshaw Communications , a New York-based public relations agency specializing in technology, today announced the analysis of dozens of B2C brand email marketing communications sent during the COVID-19 pandemic between mid-March and mid-May.

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PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

Instead, I predict that PR practitioners who are slow to add AI to their skillsets may be replaced by communicators who learn to leverage the evolving technology. Many PR agencies and departments are already using generative-AI tools to improve their efficiency and productivity. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 14, 2017

In our own informal polling on how to improve the client-agency experience, the desire to create a better public relations RFP process was near the top of the list. Typically agencies feel potential clients create unwieldy RFPs that don’t necessarily generate the most relevant information for clients who want the best agency partner.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. Ways marketing communications is currently utilizing AI Data Analysis and Insights: AI enables marketers to analyze vast amounts of data and extract valuable insights quickly.

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