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Should Your Communications Department Have Crisis Communication Autonomy?

Melissa Agnes

A viewer recently asked me what my stance is on the communications department being granted crisis communication autonomy. In this week’s crisis-ready video , I answer this question and address the bigger issue. Take a look: Do you have a crisis management question that I can help answer?

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The Critical Component Missing From Your Marketing and Communications Processes

Melissa Agnes

Part of implementing a crisis-ready culture requires you to train and empower your teams to assess, identify and mitigate risk in every aspect of your business. This includes your marketing, PR and communications campaigns. Looking To Hire A Crisis Management Keynote Speaker? If so, you’ve come to the right place!

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How To Communicate With Stakeholders When Systems Are Down In A Cybersecurity Crisis

Melissa Agnes

When working with clients to plan for and prepare for this type of high-risk scenario, one important question that we always address is: “In the event that our systems are down, what is the best alternative measure for communicating with stakeholders?”

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10 Networking Events for PR Professionals

5W PR

Health Academy Conference: This event addresses PR and communication professionals in the healthcare industry, offering networking event opportunities and targeted programming. Meltwater Summit In the bustling city of New York, the Meltwater Summit gathers more than 900 marketing, PR, and communications professionals over two days in June.

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4 Corporate Communications Lessons From Hurricane Harvey

PRSay

Nearly six months after Hurricane Harvey slammed Houston late last August, we Houstonians can look back and derive important lessons about preparing for a major natural disaster and managing its aftermath. In corporate settings, outside crisis management experts can use their mental and physical distance from a crisis to see it clearly.

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The Importance of Networking in Public Relations

5W PR

In today’s digital age, where communication has become more interconnected than ever before, understanding the significance of networking in public relations is paramount. Attending networking events Participate in industry conferences, seminars, and webinars. Editors are more likely to consider stories from familiar faces.

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Digital PR spend increases significantly, but still not enough investment in training

Stuart Bruce

The PRCA Digital PR and Communications Report 2016 reveals a sharp rise in digital PR budgets, but continuing concern over the lack of investment in training. It’s the fourth annual Digital PR and Communications report the PRCA has produced. In contrast 21% point to the marketing department (up by 5%), and 23% the social media team.

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