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.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

5W PR

AUGUST 7, 2020

The B2B Marketing Exchange event has a goal to empower the community by highlighting all the innovations in the B2B space. Finally, SevenVentures Pitch Day and the Growth Marketing Conference are the places to be for any B2B and B2C growth marketers.

B2C 88

B2C B2B Pitching Conference 88

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 1, 2021

ESG (environmental, social, and governance) reporting is rapidly becoming the hottest trend for mobility, automotive and vehicle technology suppliers. Our research showed there was scant ESG data and insight specific to the mobility supplier community. SK Group surveyed 1,500 U.S. adults in May 2021 to gauge U.S. ESG: Where to Start.

Automotive 98

Automotive Technology Communications Mobile 98

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2024

It is a business hub of innovation and economic vitality, with several thriving sectors such as technology, consumers products, luxury goods, K-contents, travelling, and many more. May: AI EXPO KOREA 2024 AI EXPO KOREA is the best fit B2B marketing solutions expo for enterprises. million South Koreans are active users of KakaoTalk.

YouTube 96

YouTube Marketing Local Chemicals 96

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The largest PR and comms tech companies, along with many startups, are now controlled by PE firms; is this good for the PR community? This adds to a growing collection of private equity firms (PE) that have taken an ownership stake in software companies that provide tools to PR and communications professionals.

Software 170

Software Marketing Leadership B2B 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2021

InfoWorld is published for IT leaders who hope to bring their companies a competitive edge through understanding emerging technologies and advances. It focuses on personal computing in enterprise and offers reliable product information to corporate volume buyers who are purchasing for client-server environments. . ThreatPost.

Enterprise 296

Enterprise Trends Journalism Resources 296

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

PR and marketing are perceived very differently, especially in a corporate environment. PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. Corporations raced to tell their publics what they were prepared to do to support them.

Marketing 310

Marketing Product Launch Corporate Viral 310

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 25, 2020

And most CEOs acknowledge the benefits of social engagement for their personal and corporate brands. Even in the B2B sector, today’s customers, many of whom are millennials, want business leaders to be present and visible. Or do they? A strong social profile can be a powerful differentiator. It’s a tall order.

Social Media 380

Social Media Leadership LinkedIn Corporate 380

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. I see a few things.

Marketing 196

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 11, 2017

And my angle–corporate blogs. You see, whenever I see any kind of list post involving corporate blogs, the same corporate blogs keep popping up: Coke, Whole Foods and GE come to mind. But, you RARELY see a Minnesota-based corporate blog on these lists. Science & Technology/Manufacturing. Use it as a muse.

Corporate 60

Corporate Blogging Insurance Insurance 60

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. For example, the most recent B2B lead generation report by Chief Marketer listed live events as the second top source of leads. 12 Ways to Leverage Your Existing Investment in B2B Webinars.

Trade Shows 86

Trade Shows B2B Conference Marketing 86

Sword and the Script

MARCH 28, 2017

Usually, speaking to other prospects about a solution, or talking with a technology analyst that won’t name names in a report, is manageable. However, for many B2B marketing organizations, obtaining publicly referenceable customers willing to speak to the press is an insurmountable challenge. The Media Reference Challenge.

B2B 60

B2B Blogging How To Media 60

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 15, 2023

Technology Days/AutoMobili-D and the Mobility Global Forum are slated for Wednesday, Sept. New Mobility Forum One opportunity for suppliers to engage in the event is through sponsorship of the inaugural Mobility Global Forum , which will be held concurrently with Media and Technology Days at the 2023 Detroit Auto Show.

Automotive 79

Automotive Mobile Technology Transportation 79

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Through consistent and effective communication, PR can sway public opinion in favour of the organisation, enhancing its reputation and standing in the community. In an era where consumers are increasingly sceptical of advertising and corporate speak, PR offers a more authentic and credible way to communicate with the public.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs Journalism Corporate 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2019

A high-impact PR program can be a technology company’s greatest asset – provided it’s well conceived and skillfully executed. Good will and strong community relations are also in demand as Silicon Valley is blamed for a host of problems, from data privacy threats to income inequality.

Company 120

Company Banking Education B2C 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2021

related to Community. While not covering these seven key topics: 60% did not cover Community. 92% did not cover Leadership / Corporate Governance. Many of today’s employees want to work for companies they can believe in, for companies who are good corporate citizens and are working to make the world a better place.

Report 79

Report Automotive Government Energy 79

Sword and the Script

JUNE 27, 2020

Several surveys offer a glimpse into the collective thinking of the public relations community – and that’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing Links (UML). >>> Looking for a B2B tech PR with expertise and execution? Click any image for a higher resolution. >>>

Study 133

Study Publicity Survey Internal 133

Sword and the Script

MARCH 7, 2023

This month’s PR technology summary includes: Cision partners with video ad network Captivate; Q4 enhances investor relations CRM software; Updates from Notified, and Earnings from Meltwater and Q4; PR tech people on the move and more. Isentia “appointed Rainer Rhedey as chief technology officer,” Mumbrella reported. “In

Software 133

Software Analytics Technology Video 133

wiredPRworks

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Barbara Rozgonyi, CEO of CoryWest Media and host of the podcast “Growing Social Now,” will moderate an expert panel with four intrepid social media marketers representing B2B, B2C, NFP, and Startups. Social Media Trends in B2B: Nicholas Love , Vice President of Digital Marketing | G&S Business Communications.

Social Media 52

Social Media Trends B2C Media 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

A study found that B2B buyers spend 83% of their time during their buying journey not engaging with vendors. On the racial justice front, advocates enticed listeners to adopt an anti-racist mindset by sharing individual stories—what others experience and the toll it takes on them and their communities. Do you blog regularly?

Marketing 174

Marketing Employee Content Marketing Training 174

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2019

This goes beyond crisis communications. It can range from the technology tools marketing uses – to measures aimed at prevention and user education around the products sold. BCB: Technology has made a massive impact on PR, and the importance of digital can’t be overstated. You can find more from Brianna Carroll Boyle on LinkedIn.

Brand 112

Brand Branding Reputation Corporate 112

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Now, more than a half century since the birth of artificial intelligence, mass interest and adoption of the technology has accelerated in recent months, thanks to publicly available software like ChatGPT and Character.ai. Photo courtesy of Pixabay Note: This is a reposted blog by Kristen Dunleavy – Muck Rack.

Communications 97

Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 30, 2022

These are both terrible terms, but I’ve adopted the latter as the moniker for these monthly roundups about the PR software vendor community – and I’m inclined to keep it. This summary of PR technology news – the PR Tech Sum – is back after a two-month hiatus. CommsTech does seem like the broader category. I do have a sense of humor.

Publicity 85

Publicity Survey Enterprise Pitching 85

Cision

JULY 31, 2015

Verticals don’t matter; a B2B brand is just as likely as a B2C or nonprofit to face a crisis at some point. Establish a crisis communication plan now rather than later. Do something that benefits the community. Technology crises like an unresponsive website during an online giving day are not out of the question.

Crisis 120

Crisis Crisis Communications Brand Branding 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2019

In each one, I aim to explain in jargon-free language, what is new with the vendors making technology that helps PR pros to do their jobs. My main motive for buying the shares was to track the company, for this column and out of personal interest in the PR technology space. So, take the investment community for example.

Data 90

Data Enterprise Survey Instagram 90

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 5, 2022

There’s a whole community of like minded people you can lean on. For me, I knew B2B communication and creative agency work was something that interested me and I was already beginning to build up a client base, so I let what I didn’t know – like PR planning and internal communications – help guide me. Bottom line?

How To 104

How To Fashion Banking Industry 104

Reputation Us

APRIL 17, 2019

Before forming ReputationUs, Casey was president of LT Public Relations, directing the strategic communications efforts for corporations, financial institutions and public sector clients. Hutchison has served on many nonprofit boards, committees and community organizations and has a deep track record in leadership and civic engagement.

Nonprofit 68

Nonprofit Banking Financial Crisis Communications 68

Sword and the Script

APRIL 30, 2019

There isn’t a whole lot of coverage about PR technology. Vocus owned or acquired brands like PRWeb, Help A Reporter Out (HARO), iContact, and several lesser-known social media technologies. I’ll include news from the PR vendor community and review and curate content they produce ( like this ).

Industry 91

Industry Media Technology Employee 91

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2016

The skills deemed least important were corporate communications (7%), direct mail (6%) and corporate marketing (1%) according to the data. Corporate marketing types shouldn’t take the latter statistics too hard. If that fails to show through, try this line: “Hi, I’m from corporate and I’m here to help.”.

Survey 60

Survey Marketing B2B Infographics 60

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 18, 2014

Why: Once perceived as a peer-to peer movement, attitudes towards the “collaborative economy” are quickly evolving in the corporate world. 4 content creation tips for B2B software companies. Why: According to a recent survey, only 38% of B2B software providers felt they were effectively carrying out their content programs.

Crisis Communications 75

Crisis Communications Software B2B Crisis 75

Sword and the Script

MAY 4, 2021

You can see it in this month’s summary of news – the 24 th edition of the PR Tech Sum – there’s a corporate transaction, a few new products and a handful of PR surveys at the end. >>> >>> Looking for a B2B tech PR with expertise and execution? Have an interesting announcement from a PR technology vendor?

Tools 100

Tools Survey Pitching Analytics 100

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 28, 2018

The IDG Influencer Network consists of carefully vetted technology experts, leading industry practitioners, analysts and other IT pros who produce content on behalf of our clients , under the direction of IDG content strategists. If you do this well, then over time you’ll find it improves your overall communications and marketing.

Technology 67

Technology Advertising Advertising Community 67

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

And with that, what was once a community service of sorts, with some editorial oversight, has become an advertisement. An editor at another trade publication covering the business of law explained he’d have to check with his corporate chain of command before covering a story. This is what the trend in content marketing is about.

Journalism 65

Journalism Brand Branding Advertising 65

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Until recently, the execution of these strategies has not been a top priority for many corporate event clients. Helping clients understand the impact of their events, arming them with information about sustainable practices, and helping to support implementation are critical components of the event-planning process.

Government 69

Government Measurement Groups Corporate 69

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2019

In other words, corporate communications is adding headcount and work that used to go to outside PR firms is being kept inside. The legal community, and more specifically the in-house effect on law firms bear insight. You have to keep in mind, big corporations can have hundreds of law firms on what they call a “panel.”

Agency 97

Agency Trends Marketing Survey 97

PR 20/20

JULY 15, 2020

From digital transformation, intelligent automation, and AI-enabled marketing—to reconnecting with a brand’s core values, corporate responsibility, and community—our team of consultants is dedicated to building more human and more intelligent marketing, together. This mostly non-technical audience (i.e. AI Academy for Marketers.

Marketing 54

Marketing Resources Data Software 54

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 16, 2014

In my view this is a well-grounded strategy for business leaders who take the time to understand the media landscape shake up – and the opportunity in developing a community. In B2B in 2015, we will see…Marketing ops will come of age,” writes Doug Kessler of Velocity Partners , based in the UK. Rise of marketing ops. “In

Content Marketing 118

Content Marketing Marketing Writing Infographics 118