Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The story of PR agency start-ups in the UK market is an uplifting one of innovation and new business models. The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a wave of innovation in the PR industry. I caught up with 12 founders this week in the PR Class of 2020 community on Guild and invited them to share their stories.

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The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 23, 2022

I was unsure of what I wanted out of my future but knew it had to involve three key components: storytelling, a strong community and a sense of purpose. However, as an activist passionate about DEI and sustainability, the technology industry never stood out to me as a noble profession to pursue.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s not uncommon for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis to help with specific repositioning or market research. Internal Communications. The truth is that internal communications are really important to how things get done in any organization. Social Media & Community Management.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Depending on the stage of the business, communications professionals are often tasked with creating messaging cards and positioning statements for the companies they represent. It’s also common for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis for repositioning or when market research is required. Internal Communications.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The PR industry thrives on relationships, connections, and collaborations, and networking is the conduit that brings all these elements together. In today’s digital age, where communication has become more interconnected than ever before, understanding the significance of networking in public relations is paramount.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Competition exists in every industry but don’t fixate on what other interns or candidates are doing. Strive to perform above the status quo and you will always differentiate yourself from the pack – internally and externally. While this may seem a little odd or atypical, in the SHIFT community, it is quite the norm.

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5W PR

JUNE 7, 2023

PR is a dynamic industry that requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as organization and attention to detail. Interns should visit the company’s website and review their mission statement, values, and past projects. Connecting with Other PR Professionals Networking is crucial in the PR industry.

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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. The problem is, the work is often led by ad agencies.

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Konnect Agency

APRIL 13, 2022

But I’ve Got a Logo, So Why Do I Need a Creative Agency to Help with Branding? Strong Branding Starts with Strong Research and Listening from your Creative Agency. The homogenization of brands following too closely to trends or industry tropes has led to increased noise and confusion within the marketplace. Differentiating.

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5W PR

MARCH 26, 2020

To celebrate, we’re highlighting CBD technologies and products that are changing the industry, and the lives of consumers who use them. No matter where the products are used on the body, receptors located throughout the body absorb the CBD to stimulate internal healing. . Recovery Products. Topical Lotions.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 3, 2021

The May edition of WaddsCon covered a range of topics from the COVID-19 impact on client/agency relations to the impact on print, and from measurement frameworks to professionalism in public relations. It is an innovative means of internal engagement that often spills out onto social media. You can catchup with the replay on YouTube.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 15, 2020

There were some clear misses in my original essay: social media activism, internal communications, storytelling and professionalism in PR. The most common approach to social media management is an agency or junior member armed with a monitoring tool and limited ability to feedback to operational areas of the business.

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Konnect Agency

APRIL 13, 2022

But I’ve Got a Logo, So Why Do I Need a Creative Agency to Help with Branding? Strong Branding Starts with Strong Research and Listening from your Creative Agency. The homogenization of brands following too closely to trends or industry tropes has led to increased noise and confusion within the marketplace. Differentiating.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Earlier this month, 5WPR Senior Vice President, and General Manager of 5WPR Miami, had the privilege of attending Axios BFD Miami, an exclusive half-day event where Axios business and Pro reporters conducted insightful interviews with top industry leaders.

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The Hoffman Agency

MAY 11, 2021

To contribute to a more equitable world, The Hoffman Agency is committed to: Intentionally fostering a diverse workforce. Every member of the agency will have an equal voice. We work to build a community that cultivates a greater understanding and empathy between diverse team members. We recognize the learning never stops.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, effectively engaging in international public relations requires a strategic approach that considers cultural nuances, local preferences, and diverse media landscapes. Crafting global PR strategies tailored to cosmetics brands is essential to succeed in the competitive global beauty industry.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2023

As summer blooms along the French Riviera, the world’s leading creative talents are gathering once again for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Yet as a PR agency with deep roots in adtech, we’ve been tracking Cannes Lions for years. A striking surge in adtech’s prominence at this global event.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 30, 2019

Our community will also learn the importance of observing the leaders in an organization (regardless of their titles). Some of the topics/questions Ken and the #PRStudChat community will answer include: 1. What’s your definition of leadership? What’s the difference between management and leadership? About Ken Jacobs.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. It is the latest in my series of interviews with industry experts (see this post , which sets the stage). My good friend Judy Gombita introduced us, and I am glad that she did. Be Helpful.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 27, 2020

Public relations has wrestled with messaging during the COVID-19 pandemic, but studies also show it has improved business collaboration and internal communications The events of 9/11 changed air travel. How will it change PR and communications? The recession of 2008 changed housing. The report was published in late May 2020.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Since many of our communications campaigns (and how we measure their success) might cause people to feel more like numbers or objects, what do we have to lose? Creative PR, media and internal communicators are qualified to create campaigns based on acts of kindness; communications that go deeper into the human heart.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

At the moment mainly in Western Finland, there are plans for 225 billion euros worth of industrial investments. Key Expertise of Ellun Kanat Ellun Kanat is a visionary change agency that helps organizations navigate their ways through turbulence and instability – and helps them find inspiring opportunities as well as enjoy the ride!

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 16, 2021

The report includes contributions from panel members, formed from leaders from across the UK communications industry. Organisational leaders turned to internal communication teams because they recognised the critical role of communication in engaging with staff.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. Stacey Miller , Vice President, Communications, Auto Care Association.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 11, 2022

AdExchanger Industry Preview. With so many thought leadership pieces written about what’s in store for any given industry at the start of the year, it makes sense that there’s a conference dedicated to what’s coming in adtech. It’s where top execs and journalists come together to preview what the year may hold for the category.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 12, 2021

He connected me with the opportunity to explore communications and public relations, which led to an internship at a PR agency. For many young or career-transitioning PR professionals who represent under-resourced identity communities, an unpaid internship — even for academic credit or experience — is a non-starter.

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Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Last month, global thought leaders convened in Davos, Switzerland at the 54 th Annual World Economic Forum (WEF) Meeting, bringing industry, academia and government leaders together to discuss the present – and future – of business and society. We can give people agency. has one perspective versus Japan, versus Europe, versus Africa.

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Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

This healthcare-focused edition follows #FuturePRoof Three: The NHS at 70 with lessons for the wider PR community, published in 2018. The book describes how internal communications has become a primary function for communications teams working round the clock to keep staff updated and safe.

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PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

T oday we have exciting news to share with our community: Ready North is enhancing its services alongside Brightfind to offer more comprehensive marketing solutions. Our services are built around B2B companies with high growth goals who use HubSpot, especially those in the manufacturing/industrial and professional services industries.

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Ethical Voices

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Pete area, but I’ve worked in agencies, corporations, and my experience spans a variety of industries including academia, banking, government, healthcare, tourism, and utilities. Thinking about your career from circus to healthcare to agency, what is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted?

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With a session titled “ Strategies for Success in Your Dream Industry ,” it’s no wonder. Ebanks is the vice president of communications at Essence Ventures, overseeing all executive, external and internal communications for the private equity company that aims to empower, connect and give ownership to Black communities.

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Ethical Voices

APRIL 22, 2024

So, in the fall of 2023, my business partner and I made some changes to our agency structure, and I acquired his half of the agency that we’ve been running together for 13 years. Before starting B2 Communications, I’ve always been in the agency world. So a fun new change in my work world.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 21, 2020

You need to work hard to find opportunities in a recession, but innovative agencies will always sniff them out. In a recent post I wrote about how to scale an agency out of lockdown. In the agency market there are opportunities that have been created by COVID-19. Agencies exist to provide specialist skills or scale.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2017

Some PR agencies fall into a trap of chasing only only large, brand-name clients. The truth is actually a bit more complicated — very large clients can bring challenges of their own — and in my experience, it’s good to have a healthy client mix that suits an agency’s staff and size.

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Stern + Associates

OCTOBER 17, 2023

scientists and engineers leverage their expertise and networks to forge connections and identify opportunities for sustained international cooperation, championing innovation and demonstrating America’s scientific leadership and technical ingenuity. Named a 2023 U.S. Through the Science Envoy Program, eminent U.S.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 30, 2019

Third, as a PR agency owner that specializes in B2B technology, I simply have an interest in keeping tabs on the ways technology is transforming my industry. I’ll include news from the PR vendor community and review and curate content they produce ( like this ). Learn more: press release , G2 Crowd report.

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PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Editor's Note: This post was originally published on the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute , a new community for modern marketers created and powered by PR 20/20. The opportunities are endless for marketers and entrepreneurs with the will and vision to transform the industry. The future isn’t just coming, it’s here.

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