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A SPAC IPO Renaissance and the De-SPAC Communications Necessities | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies – have risen to prominence over the last few years. Another way to look at a SPAC IPO might be to call it a SPAC “IPM” – for Initial Public Merger. The transaction structure provides for a publicly-listed shell corporation to acquire/merge with an operating business, which becomes the publicly-traded company following completion of the transaction process.

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How To Manage A PR Team: 5 Tips

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As a top PR agency we’re lucky to work with many organizations that prioritize the relationship we share. We pride ourselves on working independently and staying ahead of our clients, many of whom are high-growth tech businesses. Yet our success depends on collaboration. The same is true of almost any PR agency or team. With that in mind, here are some of the key building blocks of a successful collaborative relationship between a company and their PR agency or internal team.

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Thoughts on Balancing Your Professional Work and Your Activism

PRSay

“Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” — the late Rep. John Lewis. Full disclosure: I’m an activist for social and racial justice. I have marched the streets of Washington, D.C., Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, where I now live, and contributed my professional skills to local chapters of Indivisible and Black Lives Matter.

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Access Bio Live on Bloomberg TV

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Even several months into the COVID-19 pandemic, testing is needed now more than ever. Our client was recently granted EUA (emergency use authorization) from the FDA for its COVID-19 PCR and lateral-flow antibody tests. Reeve Benaron spoke with Bloomberg’s Emily Chan about plans for distribution and the importance of testing with precision and accuracy.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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So, you want to freelance or start a fledgling agency?

Stephen Waddington

Here are 25 things to think about if you’re thinking of going freelance or starting an agency. Get fit and healthy. There’s only one of you Find a client Reduce your personal costs. Reduce them further Benchmark fees and services Create a strong proposition. The market is saturated Create a business plan. Two pages of A4 should do it Do a six-month cashflow analysis.

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Cision UK In Conversation With. Christina Neal

Cision

Cision's Media Research team spoke to Women's Fitness Editor Christina Neal about her experience in the industry, changes in the world of magazines, and what she learned from launching her own title.

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When silent during crisis, businesses leave their fate in the hands of public opinion

Agility PR Solutions

Businesses that maintain silence and avoid confronting a crisis are essentially leaving it up to the court of public opinion to choose their fate—but taking a proactive approach by filling every available communications channel with the proper messaging, including positive news content and solutions, will help overcome negativity stemming from a communication vacuum—and may ultimately […].

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UK Media Moves including The Independent, High Life, ITV News and more

Cision

Beth Ashton appointed Head of Audience at The Independent; Ally Wybrew has new role for BA's High Life; Catherine Reid is now Content Hub Producer for the ITV News regions.

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What do white men really think about workplace inclusion?

Agility PR Solutions

With social movements such as #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo shedding light on systemic injustices in society and at work, it might be easy to assume that the men who most benefit from existing systems (white men, predominantly) would stand in opposition to change. But that assumption is not necessarily correct. According to a new study from […].

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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8 Tools Every Journalism Student Needs for Back-to-School Season

Cision

These eight tools can help you improve your organization, story ideas, and even your overall writing skills without breaking the bank.

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DEI for media relations: Setting definitions, positioning efforts around revenue and understanding relevance

Muck Rack

DEI for media relations: Setting definitions, positioning efforts around revenue and understanding relevance

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Yearlong Crisis Coverage

Reputation Us

A 12-Month Crisis Risk Management Program. If the pandemic and various crises of 2020 has taught businesses anything, it’s the exhausting nature of being in continual crisis mode. With evolving rules, regulations and recommendations, coupled with uncertain global economic fallout and a national reckoning on racial and social justice issues, the necessity for continuous REPUTATION PROTECTION and CRISIS RESPONSE has never been more apparent.

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The write track: Learnings from the PR frontline

Engage PR

Cameron Shaw, masters graduate and Engage PR co-ordinator. My past five months as a PR co-ordinator with Engage PR has been a hugely insightful professional experience. I was already confident in my ability to write, having done my degree in English and Linguistics, and masters courses in PR and Corporate Communication. However, I had to unlearn much of what I knew about academic writing, and take on board new methods for constructing impactful and informative media-ready copy.

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5WPR Consumer Culture Report 2024

5WPR’s fifth annual Consumer Culture report takes a look at consumer spending culture, the biggest influences behind buying behaviors, and emerging trends.

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“Thumbs Down” on AMC Theaters reopening

The Stalwart Blog

The post “Thumbs Down” on AMC Theaters reopening appeared first on Public Relations Security.

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Innovative Online Program Graduates 1,800 Future Pros

Culpwrit

By Corrie J. Younginer Over the past eight weeks, I had the chance to (virtually) learn alongside other budding PR pros during the PR Council’s Agency Ready Certificate program. In order to complete the certificate, participants must have earned 20 CEUs- 14 required courses and six electives. The process was surprisingly personal since I was […].

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How to kickstart diversity in the workplace

HMA Public Relations

How has your organization navigated diversity and inclusion? While these changes don't happen overnight, Annelise has a few ideas on how to advocate for change and accountability. Follow the link for tips on how to overcome roadblocks in diversity and inclusion at your workplace. The post How to kickstart diversity in the workplace appeared first on HMA Public Relations.

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How to Get Invited Back as a Guest Expert on TV

PR for Anyone

You’ve only got one shot to make a first impression. You only get one first time at a television station. Don’t blow it! Kindness goes SO far when you are a guest on a program. You’d be shocked to hear about how many people come with a a Prima Donna attitude. Hardworking producers have no time for that! When you arrive with a smile, helpful, prepared, and ready to go, you make the life of the crew at the station a breeze.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission