We are thrilled to announce that once again, Solo PR Pro has teamed up with with the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Conference for our main event activity for 2016 and registration is now open! MORE
Events can be a great way to build relationships and nurture leads. Tip: make your purpose clear before the event so people don’t feel like they’ve been duped into attending. We picked a catchy name which made it possible to turn the event into a series. MORE
Just as there are two sides to every story, there are also two sides to every event. In the past six months, I’ve worked both sides of two very large events and am here to share my tips and tricks for how to not only survive but actually rock whatever role you’re in/event you’re at. MORE
When I first started covering major conferences and events, we would cross our fingers and hope to nail down a few blog posts and some quick-hit videos on the expo floor. Now, social media platforms offer a whole new level to conference and event coverage. MORE
Attending hundreds of events and exchanging countless business cards may lead to a few fortuitous connections, but networking with a plan will result in more meaningful business relationships. To extract the most value from an event, take a systematic approach to networking. MORE
For social media managers who rely on users to share their Facebook content, the platform has a better idea— Live Events. The individually selected Featured Events will appear on top of users’ upcoming events lists across 10 U.S. Private events are not included. MORE
There are so many ways to enjoy the games, from attending the event in person to watching it from the comfort of your own home. These tips can be applied to just about any party or event. We can all certainly appreciate budget-friendly event planning ideas for homemade games and decor. MORE
One nearly surefire tactic for building thought leadership, creating quality content, and earning trade media coverage is a panel discussion event we call the business thought leadership panel. Read on for the key ways to customize a discussion event for your B2B brand. MORE
To celebrate, Business Wire put together an event giving some of today’s leading communicators the chance to meet and learn from Al Roker as BizWireTV host Jordyn Rolling led a livestreamed fireside chat. Al then touched upon an event that entered him into the record books, Rokerthon. MORE
Trade shows and events offer the perfect opportunity for companies to experiment. This year, The North Face embraced the multifaceted nature of SXSW and launched their “Seek No Shelter” campaign alongside the new Apex Flex GTX® waterproof, soft rain jacket at the event. MORE
Events equal opportunity. conferences, trade shows and company-hosted events rated among the most effective marketing tactics for lead generation and brand-building. When hosting or participating in an event, you can’t just hope for the best. MORE
Planning a Facebook Live event for your executive? Still, even a spontaneous-looking live event will probably be more successful if it's well-planned and targeted. Understand your target audience," says Dave Magnia, director of broadcast event and production solutions at Wal-Mart. MORE
Below are some of the major events and announcements that shaped the current state of the media. In the many years we’ve been doing our State of the Media Report , perhaps no year was as transformational or monumental as 2016. With a presidential election taking place, the issue of “fake news” came to the forefront of public conversation, leading journalists to feel that they have lost public trust. MORE
It can be difficult to justify leaving your office to attend a conference or professional event, especially if it involves traveling. Being an engaged learner will help you at the event and when you return to work. Were the program and event well organized? MORE
” After three events, we decided to part ways (for a variety of reasons). The Talking Points event series was conceivably kaput. We held our first event last week at Bellmont Partners headquarters in Edina. MORE
The event was attended by nearly 500 individuals and underwritten by a host of national and global companies. Without question, it was one of the best events I’ve attended in some time. A good event is not predicated on your organization taking center stage. MORE
Ultimately, I purchase everything these ladies and gentlemen offer me, but I buy enough of it to know that I am susceptible to event marketing. Grocery store sampling is just one example of event marketing—and perhaps one of American brands’ most common. MORE
Hope to see you again this year for another terrific event! MORE
Events as huge as the Olympics come with a special set of challenges. How can you take advantage of the numerous opportunities these events present for furthering your brand, while avoiding a large-scale crisis? Once a big event starts, things move fast. MORE
Events are innately social; they thrive on interaction, engagement, and community. With such a high concentration of news and innovation in one place, it’s no surprise that trade shows and other industry events generate a plethora of content. MORE
In the course of your career, you’ll have attended dozens if not hundreds of industry events where – if you’re like most human attendees – you’ve exchanged business cards as if by rote, refilled your coffee cup endless times and listened to experts tell you something new as you take notes, tweet and daydream about… Continued. The post Next Time You’re at an Industry Event, Apply These 5 Simple Rules appeared first on PR News Blog. MORE
Orlando, Nice, Dallas are just a few tragic events that recently rocked our world. Or is it better not to post at all in the wake of a tragic event? Perhaps many make mistakes because they truly don’t know how to manage social media during these events. MORE
In spite of our increasing connectedness through digital channels, companies across industries continue to flock to trade shows, conferences and other industry events. It’s clear that these live events are educational, engaging and effective—and face-to-face marketing is still alive and well. MORE
Remember, we limit attendance to the first 50 people who sign up in an effort to keep the event more intimate and discussion-based. Time: 5:30-Registration/Networking; 6-7:15–Event. Can fake news negatively impact your company’s reputation and stock price? MORE
If you ask your influencer to share any of your brand’s content related to the event at hand, be sure to provide them with tracking links so you can measure their impact. So you’ve used social listening tools to identify a conversation your brand wants to join. Now what? MORE
On Thursday, May 25 th , Ann Convery, creator of Speak Your Business™, will be a featured panelist at the event How to Find and Retain New Customers , presented by American Marketing Association (AMA) Los Angeles. MORE
This event, sponsored in partnership with National Black Public Relations Society, will bring together professionals, students, and professors to celebrate the lives of prominent black public relations pioneers. MORE
Why is it that confident PR superstars—who can flawlessly write, tweet and dazzle editors each day—seem to shake in their boots at the phrase “event coordination?” PR events are a different beast from having friends over for beers and a beanbag toss. MORE
Trade shows and events offer the perfect opportunity for companies to experiment. This year, The North Face embraced the multifaceted nature of SXSW and launched their “Seek No Shelter” campaign alongside the new Apex Flex GTX® waterproof, soft rain jacket at the event. MORE
How should you use Twitter for public relations events? Twitter offers potential for conferences, launches, announcements, stunts and many other PR events – and we’ve seen it used well, and badly. We’ve used Twitter at events, and participated remotely in real world activities and those that only exist online. Let’s start at the beginning; the preparation and planning of an event. Publicising an event. Post-event. MORE
A couple weeks ago, I was invited to a small, unique event at the Verizon “Concept Store” at the Mall of America. I say “unique” because it was pitched as a red carpet event where Verizon would show off its latest holiday technologies and gadgets. MORE
Throwing events might seem like the glamorous side of PR work, but the task involves a lot of hard work. After years of working at the Toronto Stock Exchange developing and executing corporate events, I’ve learned how to ensure the event process goes off without a hitch. MORE
The bigger the event, the greater the competition for attention. As the official newswire service for these two major events, we’ve had the wonderful opportunity to engage with journalists and bloggers covering the nominations and to assist in signing them up for convention newsfeeds. MORE
Because drumming up interest—any interest—can be the toughest part of a press event, it’s tempting for PR pros to declare victory after receiving a few “yes” replies from reporters. A few oversights or glitches leading up to the event can alienate even the most interested journalists. MORE
I find even the best networking events are kind of like high school, most people don’t want to be there and are extremely self-conscious about the whole affair. (Go Here are a few tips to make you feel a little more comfortable at your next networking event: Don’t have a strict agenda. MORE
Hosting an event is just the beginning of its life-cycle. The content you create and the leads you nurture will keep your event alive well after its end date. Tip: Keep the hashtag short and simple, and make sure you have it displayed at the event so the audience knows to participate. MORE
A lot goes into successful event marketing. It can be easy to get so wrapped up in the details of a successful event that you miss the PR benefits. Inviting journalists and providing exclusive executive access are essential to benefitting from an event marketing plan. MORE
One of the most obvious differentiators between Investor Relations and its CorpComm brethren is that IR has highly defined “seasons” and annual occasions. MORE
It’s a splendid thing to snag TV, magazine or newspaper coverage for a one-day event. Bonus points, however, go to those who tell stories that have legs, drawing further articles and social media sharing long after the event is over. MORE
Remember, news media members will actively be looking for sources, too—we all have a responsibility to play amidst tragic events. EVENT: Learn to find your leader's real voice at the 2016 Leadership and Executive Communications Conference. MORE
Measurement Month operates as a series of events that focus on the significance and functionality of PR measurement. These events, which take place both digitally and physically on a global scale, include seminars, webinars, podcasts, workshops, and panel discussions. MORE
You went into a networking event and you killed it! Here are three tips for making sure the time you spent at those networking events doesn’t go to waste: Leverage your social networks. Next time you attend an event, don’t forget the follow up. MORE
Prior to every event, I not only worked to obtain the media list in an effort to make outreach efforts to press attending the event to organize interviews, but I also aimed to capture all relevant hashtags to ensure we’re including the appropriate content in our social media posts. MORE
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Cision
MARCH 21, 2017
Below are some of the major events and announcements that shaped the current state of the media. In the many years we’ve been doing our State of the Media Report , perhaps no year was as transformational or monumental as 2016. With a presidential election taking place, the issue of “fake news” came to the forefront of public conversation, leading journalists to feel that they have lost public trust.
PR Expanded
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
This event, sponsored in partnership with National Black Public Relations Society, will bring together professionals, students, and professors to celebrate the lives of prominent black public relations pioneers.
PR News
JUNE 12, 2017
In the course of your career, you’ll have attended dozens if not hundreds of industry events where – if you’re like most human attendees – you’ve exchanged business cards as if by rote, refilled your coffee cup endless times and listened to experts tell you something new as you take notes, tweet and daydream about… Continued. The post Next Time You’re at an Industry Event, Apply These 5 Simple Rules appeared first on PR News Blog.
Cision
MAY 23, 2017
Trade shows and events offer the perfect opportunity for companies to experiment. This year, The North Face embraced the multifaceted nature of SXSW and launched their “Seek No Shelter” campaign alongside the new Apex Flex GTX® waterproof, soft rain jacket at the event.
Beyond PR
MARCH 24, 2017
One of the most obvious differentiators between Investor Relations and its CorpComm brethren is that IR has highly defined “seasons” and annual occasions.
PR Daily
MARCH 5, 2015
When I first started covering major conferences and events, we would cross our fingers and hope to nail down a few blog posts and some quick-hit videos on the expo floor. Now, social media platforms offer a whole new level to conference and event coverage.
Cision
APRIL 12, 2016
If you ask your influencer to share any of your brand’s content related to the event at hand, be sure to provide them with tracking links so you can measure their impact. So you’ve used social listening tools to identify a conversation your brand wants to join. Now what?
PR Daily
AUGUST 3, 2016
Orlando, Nice, Dallas are just a few tragic events that recently rocked our world. Or is it better not to post at all in the wake of a tragic event? Perhaps many make mistakes because they truly don’t know how to manage social media during these events.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 23, 2017
One nearly surefire tactic for building thought leadership, creating quality content, and earning trade media coverage is a panel discussion event we call the business thought leadership panel. Read on for the key ways to customize a discussion event for your B2B brand.
Beyond PR
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Events are innately social; they thrive on interaction, engagement, and community. With such a high concentration of news and innovation in one place, it’s no surprise that trade shows and other industry events generate a plethora of content.
Waxing UnLyrical
AUGUST 28, 2013
Events can be a great way to build relationships and nurture leads. Tip: make your purpose clear before the event so people don’t feel like they’ve been duped into attending. We picked a catchy name which made it possible to turn the event into a series.
Business Wire
APRIL 20, 2017
To celebrate, Business Wire put together an event giving some of today’s leading communicators the chance to meet and learn from Al Roker as BizWireTV host Jordyn Rolling led a livestreamed fireside chat. Al then touched upon an event that entered him into the record books, Rokerthon.
Communications Conversations
JUNE 14, 2017
” After three events, we decided to part ways (for a variety of reasons). The Talking Points event series was conceivably kaput. We held our first event last week at Bellmont Partners headquarters in Edina.
Cision
AUGUST 25, 2016
Events equal opportunity. conferences, trade shows and company-hosted events rated among the most effective marketing tactics for lead generation and brand-building. When hosting or participating in an event, you can’t just hope for the best.
PR Daily
JUNE 27, 2016
Remember, news media members will actively be looking for sources, too—we all have a responsibility to play amidst tragic events. EVENT: Learn to find your leader's real voice at the 2016 Leadership and Executive Communications Conference.
Shift Communications
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Just as there are two sides to every story, there are also two sides to every event. In the past six months, I’ve worked both sides of two very large events and am here to share my tips and tricks for how to not only survive but actually rock whatever role you’re in/event you’re at.
Communications Conversations
DECEMBER 16, 2014
A couple weeks ago, I was invited to a small, unique event at the Verizon “Concept Store” at the Mall of America. I say “unique” because it was pitched as a red carpet event where Verizon would show off its latest holiday technologies and gadgets.
Beyond PR
JULY 28, 2016
The bigger the event, the greater the competition for attention. As the official newswire service for these two major events, we’ve had the wonderful opportunity to engage with journalists and bloggers covering the nominations and to assist in signing them up for convention newsfeeds.
Beyond PR
MAY 23, 2017
Trade shows and events offer the perfect opportunity for companies to experiment. This year, The North Face embraced the multifaceted nature of SXSW and launched their “Seek No Shelter” campaign alongside the new Apex Flex GTX® waterproof, soft rain jacket at the event.
PR Conversations
AUGUST 9, 2011
How should you use Twitter for public relations events? Twitter offers potential for conferences, launches, announcements, stunts and many other PR events – and we’ve seen it used well, and badly. We’ve used Twitter at events, and participated remotely in real world activities and those that only exist online. Let’s start at the beginning; the preparation and planning of an event. Publicising an event. Post-event.
The Stalwart Blog
APRIL 15, 2016
The event was attended by nearly 500 individuals and underwritten by a host of national and global companies. Without question, it was one of the best events I’ve attended in some time. A good event is not predicated on your organization taking center stage.
PR Daily
JUNE 28, 2016
For social media managers who rely on users to share their Facebook content, the platform has a better idea— Live Events. The individually selected Featured Events will appear on top of users’ upcoming events lists across 10 U.S. Private events are not included.
Media Bullseye
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
Measurement Month operates as a series of events that focus on the significance and functionality of PR measurement. These events, which take place both digitally and physically on a global scale, include seminars, webinars, podcasts, workshops, and panel discussions.
PR Daily
DECEMBER 15, 2016
Throwing events might seem like the glamorous side of PR work, but the task involves a lot of hard work. After years of working at the Toronto Stock Exchange developing and executing corporate events, I’ve learned how to ensure the event process goes off without a hitch.
PR Daily
APRIL 5, 2016
Attending hundreds of events and exchanging countless business cards may lead to a few fortuitous connections, but networking with a plan will result in more meaningful business relationships. To extract the most value from an event, take a systematic approach to networking.
PR 20/20
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
In spite of our increasing connectedness through digital channels, companies across industries continue to flock to trade shows, conferences and other industry events. It’s clear that these live events are educational, engaging and effective—and face-to-face marketing is still alive and well.
PR Daily
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
Planning a Facebook Live event for your executive? Still, even a spontaneous-looking live event will probably be more successful if it's well-planned and targeted. Understand your target audience," says Dave Magnia, director of broadcast event and production solutions at Wal-Mart.
Shift Communications
APRIL 7, 2015
You went into a networking event and you killed it! Here are three tips for making sure the time you spent at those networking events doesn’t go to waste: Leverage your social networks. Next time you attend an event, don’t forget the follow up.
Shift Communications
JULY 16, 2015
I find even the best networking events are kind of like high school, most people don’t want to be there and are extremely self-conscious about the whole affair. (Go Here are a few tips to make you feel a little more comfortable at your next networking event: Don’t have a strict agenda.
PR Daily
MAY 9, 2017
It’s a splendid thing to snag TV, magazine or newspaper coverage for a one-day event. Bonus points, however, go to those who tell stories that have legs, drawing further articles and social media sharing long after the event is over.
Communications Conversations
JANUARY 23, 2017
Remember, we limit attendance to the first 50 people who sign up in an effort to keep the event more intimate and discussion-based. Time: 5:30-Registration/Networking; 6-7:15–Event. Can fake news negatively impact your company’s reputation and stock price?
Mora Communications
MAY 15, 2017
On Thursday, May 25 th , Ann Convery, creator of Speak Your Business™, will be a featured panelist at the event How to Find and Retain New Customers , presented by American Marketing Association (AMA) Los Angeles.
Solo PR Pro
MAY 24, 2016
We are thrilled to announce that once again, Solo PR Pro has teamed up with with the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Conference for our main event activity for 2016 and registration is now open!
PR Daily
JUNE 8, 2017
A lot goes into successful event marketing. It can be easy to get so wrapped up in the details of a successful event that you miss the PR benefits. Inviting journalists and providing exclusive executive access are essential to benefitting from an event marketing plan.
Beyond PR
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
Events as huge as the Olympics come with a special set of challenges. How can you take advantage of the numerous opportunities these events present for furthering your brand, while avoiding a large-scale crisis? Once a big event starts, things move fast.
PR Daily
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
Because drumming up interest—any interest—can be the toughest part of a press event, it’s tempting for PR pros to declare victory after receiving a few “yes” replies from reporters. A few oversights or glitches leading up to the event can alienate even the most interested journalists.
PR Daily
AUGUST 20, 2015
It can be difficult to justify leaving your office to attend a conference or professional event, especially if it involves traveling. Being an engaged learner will help you at the event and when you return to work. Were the program and event well organized?
Solo PR Pro
JUNE 30, 2015
Hope to see you again this year for another terrific event!
The Stalwart Blog
MAY 31, 2016
Prior to every event, I not only worked to obtain the media list in an effort to make outreach efforts to press attending the event to organize interviews, but I also aimed to capture all relevant hashtags to ensure we’re including the appropriate content in our social media posts.
Beyond PR
OCTOBER 7, 2016
There are so many ways to enjoy the games, from attending the event in person to watching it from the comfort of your own home. These tips can be applied to just about any party or event. We can all certainly appreciate budget-friendly event planning ideas for homemade games and decor.
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