ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The value of a strategic PR program isn’t always obvious to an organization’s leadership. But the impact of public relations is most relevant to those in that C-suite – or at least, it should be. What you see and what your PR agency sees could diverge — in a good way. Those are all desired outputs of a good PR campaign.

Leadership 182

Leadership Reputation Internal International 182

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. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. The company had achieved a true thought leadership status. I didn’t pitch it. Not with her budget.

B2B 105

B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 105

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. The PR pro may media train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

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. A well organized thought panel discussion around a key industry issue or trend lets a leadership team showcase expertise to clients, prospects and often trade journalists.

Leadership 332

Leadership Trends B2B Agency 332

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

The negative reaction caused by unplanned events can quickly snowball into a full-fledged mess, but that’s where a PR agency comes in to provide documentation, analysis and actionable advice to help companies handle their most sensitive high stakes situations with professionalism. Prohibition PR handle media relations.

Crisis Communications 62

Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 62

Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. On a broader level, this presents challenges because traditional media relations has become a singular (and increasingly narrow) part of the overall scope of public relations. The downside? Garbage in, garbage out, as they say.

Media 243

Media Analysis Measurement Advertising 243

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

They use pressure-testing strategies to ensure they tie back to objectives and think creatively about using data and insights to tell a better story and drive specific action and sentiment in their audiences.”. That’s definitely true – PR pros have been saying media relations is getting harder for years. In-house vs. agency.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. On a broader level, this presents challenges because traditional media relations has become a singular (and increasingly narrow) part of the overall scope of public relations. The downside? Garbage in, garbage out, as they say.

Media 221

Media Analysis Measurement Advertising 221

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Like most communications agencies, this process at SHIFT includes calls with business leaders, spokespeople and the marketing team to hear about company goals, market opportunities, topics of interest and larger campaigns that will support lead generation and awareness.

Communications 78

Communications Analysis Leadership SEO 78

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

You can go with less expensive freelancers or retain a boutique, mid-size or large PR agency. B2B PR in particular creates a patina of thought leadership and generates interest and awareness. For example, a PR agency can obtain media coverage that shines a positive light on your brand. Handpicked Related Content.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

If a company’s leadership isn’t willing to commit to a PR program, it may be challenged from the start. If a PR team or agency doesn’t work in collaboration with marketing, it may be spinning its wheels — or worse, working in opposition to company business objectives. No creative spark . No measure of success.

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

A high-growth tech company with financing behind it is in a perfect position to make the most of a public relations agency partnership. Not all startups understand how best to take advantage of an investment in public relations. Worse, they may let the news trickle out without a proper media strategy. Bad timing.

Agency 205

Agency Pitching Internal International 205

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Extends the reach of thought leadership content . Ads aren’t always the way to go – a captivating, creative organic post can generate buzz and compel your followers to share. In our view, organic social is most useful for amplifying an announcement, namely earned media coverage, change in leadership, or a new partnership.

Social Media 344

Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

PRSay

JANUARY 9, 2020

2020 is the perfect time to take a fresh, creative approach to your partnerships. Things to think about How can you leverage organic content (with permission, of course) and empower your everyday fans to continue to share your brand message creatively? Highly-targeted story angles. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Trends 131

Trends Nonprofit Consumer Newspapers 131

Cision

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

wtf) are gaining momentum as one of the hottest digital trends because they allow you to design a website URL that is more creative, meaningful and memorable. Drop the too-long and too-confusing domain that you bought in 1999 and trade it in for a snappy, new ‘dot-media’ (.media) media) or ‘dot-agency’ (.agency)

Trends 120

Trends Leadership Small Business Analytics 120

Cision

JUNE 22, 2017

Further, his work at MCS has led to many successful national and local broadcast media relations campaigns. This past May, Eliot was promoted to president of MCS and placed in charge of heading up the long range business plans for the agency. I would also like to see the agency become more of a household name.

Healthcare 266

Healthcare Analytics Agency Trends 266

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.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Measurement Conference 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The statistics selected can be grouped are heavily weighted along the following topics: Statistics about – or for – the CMO ; Statistics about digital and B2B marketing ; Statistics about PR or media relations ; and. Read more: How Creative, Agile and Metrics can Sing in Marketing Harmony. 16) Creativity as an employable skill.

Survey 103

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 103

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 6, 2017

There’s a certain rhythm to working in public relations – agencies tackle new business opportunities, work closely with client teams and do the day-to-day work of media relations and thought leadership. From the warm kumbaya feeling of a company win to the frustrations of losing – that is PR agency life.

Publicity 160

Publicity System Energy Creativity 160

Solo PR Pro

JUNE 22, 2021

Ellen Werther graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in English Literature when she was approached by a professor about potentially doing an internship at a small public relations agency recently acquired by Weber Shandwick. The changing media landscape has enabled PR pros to do more than traditional media relations.

Meeting 62

Meeting Course Retail Media Relations 62

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In this month’s profile, we are talking with Megan Garbe , the Vice President and Director of Consumer Media Relations at Fahlgren Mortine. Tell us a bit about your day-to-day and your role as the VP, Director of Consumer Media Relations. This is actually a new role for the agency, one that I was thrilled to take on.

Pitching 98

Pitching Consumer How To Education 98

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.

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

Landis PR

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Today, law firms utilize public relations for many of their external communications, including media relations, community relations and thought-leadership, all to position the firm, practice areas and individual attorneys as leaders in their field.

Advertising 52

Advertising Advertising Leadership Reputation 52

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! Sarah Schoeneck, Media Relations Manager – Patterson Dental (nominated by Arik Hanson). To top it off, Tess has been selected a Fellow through two distinctive leadership programs — as a RISE Fellow in the New Sector Alliance and as a Josie R.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Cision

JULY 20, 2016

Rachel Madden Johnson, account supervisor at 3rd Coast Public Relations, says brands should invest in unique opportunities, such as thought leadership and research, to cut through the noise. What are the keys to media relations success? But how do you know what will resonate?

Leadership 120

Leadership Local Pitching Social Media 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

.” Use Grammarly to craft smarter social media posts and business memos as well as take interesting quizzes to determine how understandable a piece of writing may be. To heighten creativity. Extreme Leadership. It’s a fun way to take all forms of written communications to the next level. trendhunter.

Blogging 159

Blogging Pitching Fashion Sports 159

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. What’s a question you’d like to post to the media, or to a reporter?

Survey 101

Survey Report Media B2B 101

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Strategies used in tech PR include thought leadership, social media management, strategic partnerships and community engagement, content marketing, media relations , and influencer marketing. Working with a Tech PR agency can help to ensure that the right strategies are used for maximum results. neon lights.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Consider the following scenario: You take a job out of college as a coordinator at a big agency. You develop a feel and love for social media marketing, and move up into a AE role and then a Senior AE role. You then find a job on the corporate side as a social media manager. Focus on digital marketing.

Social Media 109

Social Media Media Corporate Survey 109

Cision

JUNE 15, 2017

Hispanic public relations professionals, I’m excited to work with this year’s diverse volunteer board representing corporate, agency, consultants, and media entities, to help cultivate our future leaders and propel our industry. What is your secret to Public Relations and media relations success?

Automotive 245

Automotive Resources Strategy Consumer 245

Cision

JULY 14, 2016

For as long as I can remember, I have loved art, writing and being creative. Knowing I had a way with words, I eventually wanted to find an industry that utilized those skills and allowed for creativity. I understand Spring O’Brien was recently appointed the agency of record for the Harley-Davidson Museum.

Travel 120

Travel Agriculture Tourism Internal 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

This year, we’ve seen brands and agencies alike trying – and struggling – to find and hire strong PR pros. These pros will continue to be in demand – and those in need of public relations assistance should be aware of all the options available to them, including consultants, agencies, and of course hiring in-house.”.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2019

Content creation and relationships Danielle Whitfield started her career as a journalist at a news agency called North News and Pictures. Her time creating editorial content for consumer and national media led to a job at Newcastle Airport. Day to day I work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Directors on a range of projects.

Marketing 60

Marketing Newspapers Public Affairs Airlines 60

The Resolution Blog

MAY 24, 2017

We’ll let the AMEC judges tell you that: “We loved the creativity both in the execution, media mix and news hijacking. We tracked Daily/weekly/monthly for hits whilst spotting opportunities for further PR thought leadership activities (speaking opps etc). As our analyst herself says: “Yes, anyone can be a media analyst.

Measurement 136

Measurement B2B Google Financial 136

Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

As a top public relations firm, we have adapted, developed new strategies and embraced new tools that allow us to move forward in an ever-changing and excessively noisy landscape. Fundamentals like creative collaboration, grassroots ideas, great storytelling, smart planning, are as important today as they have ever been. Should you?

Strategy 78

Strategy Media Storytelling Pinterest 78

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

If they’re not currently engaged with an agency, most communicators have either had an agency relationship in their past or can look forward to having one in the future. When it comes to hiring an outside agency, 54% said they brought an agency on board when they needed an extra set of hands. Creative Commons CC0.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74