Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

In a recent post , we showed why using the lowest hourly rates was the absolute worst way to choose a PR agency partner. For a number of reasons, the PR agency with the lowest rates usually ends up costing the client the most – in terms of wasted time, frustration and lackluster results. Why are these clues important?

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The Hoffman Agency

JULY 18, 2023

An exciting part of being at The Hoffman Agency is that at any level — from junior to senior — you’ll have opportunities to attend trade shows and events, from the niche to the grand scale. What would you say is a good first step in prepping for an event? To get the most out of attending, you need to prepare.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

While many people think that a PR agency ’s responsibilities boil down to announcements and media placement, we can’t discount the power of thought leadership for business executives, especially for B2B companies. . Speaking at an event offers instant credibility and a chance to build a reputation as an expert resource. Credibility.

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5W PR

AUGUST 31, 2017

5W secured over 300 members of the press from leading trade and consumer outlets including The New York Times, WWD, Today Show, ELLE, Town & Country – the list goes on. Following CONNECT INDIE, a press preview was held on Aug. 23 at Skylight Clarkson Sq.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

There are both free and paid press release services that will distribute your press release to various news agencies. While press releases are an essential foundational PR technique, they should not be relied on completely for publicizing your launch or event. You can organize the event yourself or be one of the sponsors.

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5W PR

JULY 31, 2023

The 2023 North American International Toy Fair is a highly anticipated event in the toy industry. This trade show, held annually in New York City, showcases the latest trends, innovations, and upcoming releases in the toy and game industry.

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Konnect Agency

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

It’s always an exciting time of the year when we get to look back at what trends and tactics were successful, and which emerging practices can be implemented by a public relations agency to make our clients “All-Stars” in the new year ahead. Why You Need A Public Relations Agency To Help You Keep Up With Trends. Hybrid Events.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Don’t forget to ask the CTA about sponsorship opportunities, speaker proposal submissions and other special events you want to be a part of during CES. CTA also offers a number of hospitality suites, exhibit suites and meeting rooms outside of the main show floor.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Another recent report showed a full one-third (33%) of comms and PR pros said their overall media strategies rely on earned media the most — making it the highest PR priority over owned, paid and shared (in that order). Ten examples of modern earned media include: Media coverage of products, services, brands, or events.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 18, 2019

There are both free and paid press release service that will distribute your press release to various news agencies. While press releases are an essential foundational PR technique, they should not be relied on completely for publicizing your launch or event. Live Events.

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Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

From networking mixers to industry trade shows, SHIFT understands the power of offline engagement (no really, we do ). Just as there are two sides to every story, there are also two sides to every event. Sure, this one seems pretty straight forward but it’s an easy one to forget with the long hours that accompany most events.

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MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Leading brands from Intel and AT&T to Facebook’s Meta and General Motors dropped out ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world’s largest technology event in January 2022, because of the latest COVID-19 variant. There are certain things we can control at events, so focus your efforts on those elements.

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MaccaPR

AUGUST 10, 2020

Mission-critical trade shows have ceased. We know of B2B marketers who had planned on attending 100+ trade shows this year, but thanks to COVID-19 that was put on hold. What’s your take on virtual trade show events? A virtual event just can’t replicate that experience of dynamic human interaction.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Strategies can also include personal appearances and in-store events, location-based influencer campaigns and media relations work driving traffic to your partners’ websites. You’re Sponsoring an Event. You’re Participating in a Trade Show. See our recap here.) You’re Airing a Commercial.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I really enjoy attending all sorts of industry trade shows and conferences all over the country and even in other parts of the world. So many of my best story ideas are sparked by what I see and experience at industry events. What story or stories are you most proud of? Know your audience.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 26, 2019

Public relations teams and their agencies typically want to advise a CEO directly, and we routinely urge leaders to build a public profile through social media and high-level content. Photo by Foto Sushi on Unsplash. But when should the CEO of a major company serve as its public spokesperson? To launch a key product.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2016

When PR agency professionals plan a product launch or news announcement, we do it with close attention to detail. A top priority is to steer clear of previously planned events that could conceivably steal our PR thunder. But there are other breaking news events that PR professionals dread. Top Ways To Plan Against Breaking News.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Every public relations professional, whether they’re involved in corporate PR or work with a PR agency, is looking for a competitive advantage. To succeed in PR long term, you need to create, grow and sustain genuine relationships with the right journalists, event organizers, influencers and bloggers covering your industry.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

One event that consistently sets the stage for groundbreaking innovation, disruptive technology, and unparalleled networking opportunities is CES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show). One of the world’s largest B2B trade shows, CES is rapidly becoming recognized as the leading show globally for automotive technologies.

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PRSay

MARCH 23, 2021

Javits Convention Center was transformed from a top trade-show destination into a FEMA-operated medical facility — in just one week. Sclafani recounted how the Javits Center, home to the International Auto Show and New York Comic Con, worked with 20 different local, state and federal agencies to convert the 2.1-million-square-foot

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

The company event built a booth to look like a movie theater complete with candy and popcorn. It might have been easy to pack up the booth, count the badges scanned, and called the event a success, but the company went further. See these related posts: How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. execute them?

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Konnect Agency

AUGUST 2, 2022

What is Thought Leadership and How Can a PR Agency Help. A PR agency can assist with crafting this valuable content, building relationships with key media in the industry space and more. These expert interviews can include email/phone interviews, podcast interviews, and even speaking engagements through trade show events.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 30, 2022

After another pandemic-impacted CES in 2022 that upended plans and turned the show into a half-virtual event, the show is primed for a big in-person comeback in 2023. So, with the addition of a new exhibit hall since then, assuming the pandemic will subside, CES 2023 could be the biggest ever version of this event.

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Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 16, 2018

You might even unearth some new opportunities in the process, such as a new trade show, or new opportunities in the digital landscape. How will this affect client content strategy, events, customer service, SEO , and more? It All Starts with a Plan. You’ll be able to hit the new year running if you take the time to plan now.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

HIMSS15 is just a few short months away and organizations within the healthcare and health IT industries are in full planning mode for the annual event. We would also recommend reaching out prior to the event via LinkedIn to engage in HIMSS15 related conversations. It’s easy to hang up the towel post-event and rest on a job well done.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

As a top independently-owned agency in the Beauty Communications space, it’s no surprise that the 5W team is obsessed with all things beauty. This summer, our team of passionate beauty experts was honored to represent Indie Beauty Expo NY, managing media and communications efforts for one of the largest beauty trade shows for the second year.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 25, 2017

In person events like trade shows and conferences usually rank high on the list of priorities for B2B marketing organizations. This is for good reason because research demonstrates events are often a good source of leads. However, events come with one big caveat: they are very expensive. The Show Never Ends .

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Then, Sarah moved into a new role last year working in a media relations and influencer capacity, and we had the chance to work even more (we worked a trade show in Orlando together in the fall). On that trip, Sarah showed initiative, yet remained calm under pressure. She was also a nominee for AdFed’s 32 under 32 in 2018.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 31, 2017

People often ask how agencies come up with great ideas for public relations campaigns. Agency teams will answer this question differently owing to their unique sector experience and orientation, but there are commonalities. In a recent conversation with agency peers, a dirty little secret was revealed. ” Also helpful?

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Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 17, 2014

One thing I learned pretty quickly when I worked on the agency side is that when the client asks if you can do something, you say “yes” and figure it out later. That means a LOT of over-delivering–sometimes to the chagrin of our agency owner partners (and ourselves, as solo consultants!). To agency sites.

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Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Now I was in NYC at an audio trade show and basking in all the gear. From there I moved on to roles with GE, IBM, several startups, to where I am today – at Fusion PR, a tech PR agency that I helped grow from its earliest days. So, I switched majors, transferred schools and pursued an EE degree at B.U.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

As in-person events and sampling opportunities became a thing of the past, we relied heavily on digital marketing and social media to reach our target consumers. With in-person events, trade shows and conferences non-existent in 2020 Clubhouse has allowed humans to connect on a level that was no longer possible in a COVID world.

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Communications Conversations

APRIL 6, 2015

Two weeks ago on the Talking Points Podcast , I lauded a local company (Victory Motorcyles) and agency (space150) that recently killed it with a virtual reality execution at a trade show in Chicago. Think about the possibilities at events PR folks organize. I think this video speaks for the impact it had on attendees. .”

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. It’s always been dirty little secret in PR (and editorial) that advertisers get better coverage in the trade publications. Last week I got a list of media registered to attend a popular trade show. Need a PR agency that can both bring ideas and execute on them?

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

When the business does pop it’s head up, it usually only because it has something to say, to make an announcement or exhibit at a trade show. for an agency partner that can both bring creative ideas. It’s an effort to see what might be coming next from the leadership, even as the institution loses sight of everything else.

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Shift Communications

APRIL 1, 2015

Once you’ve found an influencer, simply choose the action you want to take to subtly attract their attention, such as retweeting their last tweet: The SHIFT AIR will revolutionize influencer management, especially in rich interaction environments such as conferences, trade shows, cultural events, and other high-density places.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 30, 2017

The median salary at PR agencies rose to $90,000 from $84,500 last year, while the median corporate salary dipped slightly to $126,000 from $130,000. 7) How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. Events are a top source of leads and businesses invest a lot in them. The 7 Worst-Performing Blog Posts in 2017.

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