Melissa Agnes

JUNE 11, 2014

When you can’t change who you are or what you do; when your business is the type that no one wants; what are your options to build up credit in the trust bank should a crisis strike? Consider the oil company using snow ploughs for their well sites who then also plough for surrounding residents. Impossible you say?

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Cision

JUNE 8, 2015

It’s a broad term referring to the social good your brand does locally, nationally or globally. It can take a variety of routes from volunteering at the local food pantry to partnering with a national cause like the American Cancer Society. It will rankle, much like forced attendance at the company Labor Day picnic. Make it fun.

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Reputation Us

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Sample questions include: How confident are you that the following are effectively protecting your private financial, medical or other personal information: Your bank. Your credit card company. A small, local business. Imagine a company that you like, have been a loyal customer, and would recommend to a friend.

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Cision

JANUARY 25, 2016

Small companies: ask yourself what’s going to get you up every day to create content. Larger companies: think about your particular audience’s pain point. One day Andy bought a few chickens at a local farmer’s market. Since then, the company has mentioned its machinery and services approximately 15 times in its editions.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 7, 2020

Monica Wiant, US Bank. Laurie Bauer, The Vomela Companies. David McCoy, US Bank. Justine Perez, US Bank. Sofia Horvath, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Social media at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Katie Berry, US Bank. Marie Yarroll, Cargill. Brett Weinberg, Allianz. But, 4 of 16?

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PRSay

JUNE 15, 2021

And after the murders of Black and Latinx trans women like Tiara Banks and Chyna Carillo, the murders of George Floyd and so many others across the country, this year’s celebration of Pride will be defined by the experience of the past 50-plus years and the past year in equal measure. Pride is a celebration, yes, but it started as a protest.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 14, 2017

And today I wanted to focus on four actionable tips our speakers shared that can help almost any company in Minnesota that’s considering taking advantage of this big event next February: 1–First and foremost, keep expectations in check. Or, the best local restaurant to hit up? How will they find a coffee shop to visit?

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Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Birmingham is back under local restrictions. We work with corporates, B2B companies and the public sector, helping them to tell the real stories of people, places and those they serve. Our clients include Berkeley Group, the FA, the British Business Bank and Goodman. I knew we were going to get along. How was your lockdown?

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Reputation Us

APRIL 4, 2019

PORTLAND, OR, April 3, 2019 — ReputationUs (RepUs) and DHM Research today released results from a first-time study on the importance of reputation—good or bad—when buying a product or service, investing in a company and being employed by an organization. Columbia Sportswear, Tillamook Creamery and Umpqua Bank also ranked favorably.

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Stephen Waddington

MARCH 29, 2020

Small limited companies have so far fallen through the gap. Demand for food banks is on the rise. Tyneside Council has seconded eight staff to help with demand at our local Bay Foodbank in North Shields , Newcastle. Please support seek out and support your local organisation.

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Reputation Us

APRIL 2, 2019

Bob’s Red Mill and Les Schwab ranked highest as local, reputable companies. PORTLAND, OR, April 3, 2019 — ReputationUs (RepUs) and DHM Research today released results from a first-time study on the importance of reputation—good or bad—when buying a product or service, investing in a company and being employed by an organization.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 22, 2021

I am the finance and technology reporter at Crain’s Detroit Business , covering the startup sector in Ann Arbor and Detroit, as well as the region’s banks and lenders, such as Rocket Mortgage and UWM. Covering the mortgage companies like Rocket and UWM going public has been quite the experience.

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Reputation Us

APRIL 17, 2019

Prior to LTPR, Boggs served as public relations director at AIG, leading the public relations efforts of six affiliated companies. Clients included Microsoft, JP Morgan, Bank of America, Credit Suisse and Allstate. Boggs also managed accounts for two of the world’s largest public relations firms, Waggener Edstrom and Weber Shandwick.

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Axia PR

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

How do you feel about the teller who usually waits on you at your local bank? Learn more about it and how it can help your company. What about the characters on your favorite television show? Chances are, you feel that they’re trustworthy people you’d like to be friends with – even if you don’t know their real names.

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 27, 2020

The business equivalent of that brain teaser might be: “If my company launches a new product but no one knows, does it make any money? As the name implies, you’ll use this type of press release to publicize an event that your company is holding or sponsoring. That’s where marketing and promotion come in.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 2, 2018

This year, Instagram-related content (no surprise) was hot, with two local Instagram influencer lists topping the chart. Bank’s Susan Beatty all came in the top 10. Probably worth a read if you’re a Minnesota-based company looking to connect with local types. Bank’s Susan Beatty .

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Polaris

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

A few years ago, a media frenzy surrounded Royal Bank of Canada’s (RBC) plans to use foreign workers to replace 45 people in their IT department. He talked about the legality of what Royal Bank was doing, the impact it had on him, his family and on the people in his department. 3: Find the local angle. 4: Conflict.

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Critical Mention

DECEMBER 10, 2018

This may seem daunting, but we have strategies for you to implement that won’t break the bank. Team up with local organizations. Teaming up with locally-owned businesses is a great way to cross-promote. It is best to collaborate with companies whose products or services are similar to yours. Review your messaging style.

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Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

I’m not a big believer in wire service for local news, but I’m always looking for new ways to get a press release on Google News, Bing and Yahoo, so I tested out a new wire service yesterday. It appeared to have a strong banking and finance category, which fit this release nicely, so I pulled out my fifty bucks.

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Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

I’m not a big believer in wire service for local news, but I’m always looking for new ways to get a press release on Google News, Bing and Yahoo, so I tested out a new wire service yesterday. It appeared to have a strong banking and finance category, which fit this release nicely, so I pulled out my fifty bucks.

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Victorious PR

JULY 25, 2022

These quotes are just a selection of a bank of ROI-adjacent quotes we keep on hand to show potential clients. We have also won multiple accolades, including Best PR Firms in Las Vegas by Expertise, Top Las Vegas Public Relations Firms by Clutch, and Top PR Companies by Mirror Review. We feel very accomplished. Want to see more?

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PR in High Definition

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The Guardian also covered food delivery company DoorDash’s huge IPO. UK fintech and challenger banks, such as Monzo and Revolut, may also be in for a rough ride in 2021, as a new Accenture report has found that UK consumers are uncertain about their ability to survive long-term. Head to the Guardian to read more.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

A top tech trade decided to cover a company’s entry into the VR (virtual reality) space. The title the writer chose was a bit negative and not reflective of the work the company was doing, and the client was unhappy. Not so in today’s digital publishing world. One example? Great, right? Not exactly.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 5, 2022

Jessica Lawlor, Jessica Lawlor & Company. Since I've pivoted my business to content and editing, I had a conversation with a prospective client in the finance space looking for an editor for his company's blog posts. Recently, a colleague of mine here in Atlanta, Carol Cookerly of Cookerly Public Relations, explained it to me.

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PR in High Definition

MAY 31, 2016

Is the key competitor in that market founded by someone local? If not, you’ll need to be creative in your comms to avoid being branded a ‘me too’ company. You’re better off having a small retainer in each country you have a presence in, even if it means banking some of the time for when you need it. Your local talent.

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Communications Conversations

JULY 14, 2016

But, have all those numbers and charts translated into more companies producing podcasts as part of their marketing mixes? Take a peek at what GE, Prudential and Umqua Bank are doing with podcasting. Except, here’s the thing: Not every company has a Kevin Hunt. Not really. But, that skill set is not easy to find.

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Newsfile

MAY 11, 2023

Therefore, companies can distribute the following newsworthy press releases as part of their ESG communications. ” You can use the following top reasons that companies write a press release for ESG to deliver your ESG news to a global audience. ESG Investment is expected to more than double over the next three years.

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The Proactive Report

MAY 10, 2016

And it won’t break the bank. Of course photography-rich businesses have benefited – like the fashion world – but many other companies have found success in the space too. Sports companies, as well as gadgets and tech, have carved successful niches. A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 11, 2019

hosted by someone on the big company side (Kevin at General Mills) and someone on the solo consultant side (me!). We’ve interviewed leaders from Walmart, Dell, Sleep Number and US Bank, among others, over the years. We’ve taken road trips to local universities and companies to interview communications professionals.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 12, 2021

Sofia Horvath, Federal Reserve Bank of Minnesota. Katie Berry, US Bank. Some work for big companies. Patrick Strait, Patterson Companies. You might recognize the name–Kelsey used to be a media personality with FOX-9 locally. And, I had some in-person, socially-distanced coffees (over the summer and fall).

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Presspage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

The company has also worked hard to provide financial support to local food banks and reopen restaurants in hurricane affected areas like Corpus Christi. When emergency teams in Houston asked boat owners to help reach people stranded in high water, Whataburger activated its own team to rescue those stranded in our restaurants.

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Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 14, 2020

My advice would be that the fastest and least expensive way to generate leads is to speak locally through workshops.Chamber of Commerce. Local colleges partnerships. These clients include former colleagues who are now at companies where they serve as PR director or marketing director (or other titles). Know How to Find Business.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 8, 2021

We sat down with Bernadette to discuss how her background in journalism impacted her career in PR, how she struck out on her own as a solo PR pro (and grew both her client and employee roster) and how she’s using her PR skills to help prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion practices at her local PRSA chapter.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. Bank (nominated by Monica Wiant). Bank social media team in 2018 after graduating from the University of Minnesota with a degree in journalism. But, who are the next LeeAnns, Sarahs and Allisons? Hill Center.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

I had a few stories published in high school journals, and starting around junior high I used to write letters to the editor of the local paper. What are some of the biggest PR challenges financial companies face? For the largest banks, the reputational damage from the financial crisis could take a generation to repair.

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Maxim Behar

APRIL 11, 2024

I've seen successful individuals who have achieved remarkable things, own great companies and live comfortably. I studied overseas, and ten years ago, I managed a large American company in Prague. Many envy others, and even within my company, I sometimes remind them: "Don't envy the competition. For how long?

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Barokas

MAY 8, 2017

Today, we are proud to launch our official Barokas PR Corporate Social Responsibility program outlining our commitment and offerings as a company. From serving meals at the Union Gospel Mission to picking squash for a food bank or hosting a Thanksgiving Hunger Games food drive , we thrive in banding together to help those who need it most.

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