Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. About two years ago, I saw an opportunity to use that experience to fill an information void in PR technology. Notified by Intrado gets close.

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Technology Publicity Software Pitching 169

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. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? What story or stories are you most proud of?

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Technology Report Meeting Financial 76

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

I’m a Senior Reporter at InsideEVs. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? My beat encompasses electric vehicles, autonomous driving, charging infrastructure and anything else that’s fascinating at the intersection of sustainability, technology and transportation.

Meeting 86

Meeting Report Transportation Automotive 86

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Media relations is a huge part of any PR program , given the third-party validation that comes with earned media. Industry analyst relations (AR) can be a foundation for lead generation. And much like media relations, there are nuances involved. Who are analysts? Navigating the pay-to-play landscape.

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Wireless B2B Report Media Relations 309

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Jerry Hirsch is the technology and innovation editor at Automotive News. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Being one of the first to report on Elon Musk’s strategy of using government subsidies and support to build is business empire. I am very fortunate.

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Automotive Technology Meeting Transportation 75

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

In the rapidly evolving automotive and mobility industry, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success, especially for newer entrants in this space offering software-defined vehicle tech, V2X, connectivity, lidar and other sensor and processing technologies for ADAS, autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and shared vehicles.

Automotive 72

Automotive Mobile Technology Trade Shows 72

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Those can extend beyond personal connections to the professional tools and trends that have captured our hearts in the PR industry. Whether it’s true love or love-hate, our leadership encourages its use for first drafts of written content, research synthesis, rote reports, and more.

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Data-Driven PR Tools Training Data 212

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 8, 2022

I’m the Technology Editor at IndustryWeek magazine. I write for the C-suite and technology leaders in the manufacturing industry about technologies and their practical benefits. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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Technology Meeting Media Analytics 93

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 10, 2023

These days, I’m a freelance reporter, editor and consultant. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I started my career as a crime reporter and put those skills to use in that story. I also part-time edit at The Autopian with some former Jalopnik comrades.

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Meeting Report Automotive Media 83

Cision

MARCH 3, 2016

Technology, from smartphones to social media, has shifted the way people consume, share and discuss content. According to the journalists surveyed in Cision’s State of the Media 2016 Report , communication professionals need to work on four key areas of media outreach. Do you know the top three media trends?

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 120

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2024

Top stories in today’s summary of PR news: Cision shutters the HARO brand; Agility adds “Intelligent Insights”; PR tech company replaces employees with AI On the first Tuesday of every month, I sort through all the news I can find on PR technology or comms tech and present it in a summary post like this one. It was a very humbling experience.

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Reddit Software B2B Technology 176

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Photo: Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® CES continues to be an important venue for many automotive and vehicle technology suppliers and decision makers, according to data recently released by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), which produces CES. Should a vehicle technology supplier participate in CES?

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Automotive Mobile Government Technology 99

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Crenshaw Communications, a New York-based public relations agency specializing in B2B technology PR, is seeking a Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our dynamic B2B technology team. Create and develop proactive pitch ideas for clients based on their industry, current trends and various announcements.

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B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 291

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report. Three question areas in particular – about goals, issues and technology – stood out to me. 3) PR Technology is about Customer Experience.

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Technology Study Communications Survey 128

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2021

From data hacks to new ransomware, PR pros who work in the cybersec space need to stay connected to developments and track trends in the business. Threat Level, a subsection of Wired, offers insight into the latest news and happenings related to hacking, cyber crimes and new methods to protect personal data online. ZDNet: Zero Day.

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Enterprise Trends Journalism Resources 296

Sword and the Script

JULY 6, 2021

OnePitch recommends reporters to pitch; ResponseSource shuts down #journorequest curation; Meltwater acquires Owler; Critical Mention adds “cast & crew” TV data. This month’s roundup of PR technology news is a two-fer: there’s two months’ worth of news here. OnePitch feature recommends reporters to pitch. PR tech mentions.

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Pitching Report Software Survey 89

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. Fewer reporters, high turnover of journalists, lack of beat reporting,” said another.

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Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 75

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 9, 2021

John, transportation reporter at Business Insider. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? My reporting focuses on electric vehicles, the future of the legacy auto industry, the shift to electrification and startups in the EV space. Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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Transportation Meeting Automotive Report 96

Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Today, nearly 90 percent of companies are using social media marketing and Dreamgrow reports over 60 percent of customers expect companies to offer customer service through their social channels. To help you create your social media marketing strategy, we have 15 of the top social media trends you need to follow in 2019!

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Social Media Trends Media Instagram 156

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

I’m a senior reporter at The Verge , and I cover the emerging technologies and business side of transportation companies big and small, with a special focus on electric vehicles. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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Meeting Report Transportation Media 98

Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2021

The trends of electrified, connected, autonomous and shared vehicles are rapidly changing the game … not only for automakers but also for the entire vehicle technology supply chain ecosystem. During that time, we have also dealt with many changes in the traditional and digital media and public relations environments.

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Automotive Technology Engineering Trade Shows 68

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 2) Trust in media still adrift, says media.

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

I am currently the technology editor at IndustryWeek where I focus on helping readers make sense of new and evolving technologies. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Whenever I can tie the technology to an actual use case, the result is a winning story. Meet the Media: Eric D.

Technology 56

Technology Meeting Automotive Media 56

Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 17, 2019

Now that 2018 is behind us, it’s time to look at how technology will continue to change the way the world operates in 2019. We turned to the experts—the reporters covering these issues every day—to find out what trends, technologies, companies, and topics will be top of mind for media in 2019.

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Trends Media Technology Report 84

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. Atlanta-based ARPR compiled a combination of web analytics and survey data – from 115 tech sales professionals – to produce the report.

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Study Media Relations Media Measurement 139

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I regularly write articles on market reports, industry regulations, information management technology, and operations. I joined my university’s newspaper as a reporter in 2018. Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am … In meetings!

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Meeting Media Pitching Newspapers 87

Cision

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

The media is constantly evolving, and if you don’t stay up to date on the latest best practices, you will miss out on opportunities for your brand. So how can you keep up and get your brand on reporters’ radar? Here are three major findings from the report: Want more findings on the state of the media?

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Report Media Television Pitching 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2020

I’m the senior transportation reporter at TechCrunch, where I focus on all the ways — present and future — that people and packages travel from Point A to Point B. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I’m not, nor is any reporter, the marketing arm of Company XYZ.

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Transportation Meeting Report Media 91

Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2020

While a problem solver can be productive in almost any organizational structure, communicators often find themselves reporting up through marketing channels. Who Does PR Report Currently? Two respondents noted a split structure with internal communications reporting to HR, and external communications reporting through sales.

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Report Publicity Survey B2B 118

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 9, 2024

Doing more with less seems to be a never-ending trend in the public relations profession. Today’s PR pros must not only navigate, research and pitch in an increasingly complex media environment but also track (monitor) and measure the results in a way that resonates with stakeholders. And this year was no exception.

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Pitching Print Measurement Report 95

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

For example, media monitoring, once a tedious and time-consuming daily ritual, is now far more efficient given AI-assisted tech. Digital technologies have disrupted both journalism and PR, in ways that often help us work together. Many databases promise up-to-date background on media targets and trends.

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SEO Analysis Meeting Travel 333

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

I’m the Editor of Green Car Reports, so on a daily basis, it’s my job to keep up on “green” vehicle news—that’s related to efficiency, electrification, emissions, and manufacturing tech. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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Meeting Report Automotive Media 75

Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2016

First, because the first draft is usually written like a news report and based on an interview with an internal expert with a big idea. It’s one of my media relations best practices, which is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. 3) 10 PR Tactics Reporters Hate. This works for two reasons.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

Shift Communications

AUGUST 4, 2016

As an account executive on the account services team at SHIFT, my role is focused primarily on media relations as it pertains to my client roster. I work closely with reporters and bloggers to get ink for my clients, which for me are B2B technology vendors. Which leads us to our next media relations challenge….

Media Relations 60

Media Relations How To Media Groups 60

Business Wire

AUGUST 9, 2017

Always at the technological forefront, and keeping a strong connection with the audience that helped transform what the conference/festival is today, SXSW continues to place the keys to the kingdom in the public’s hands. We’ll also tackle how both sides, are harnessing this technology to feed seemingly insatiable news appetites.

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Conference Technology Mobile Analytics 164

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Skilled practitioners can seize the moment, with help from technology for metrics and scale. Drastic changes in the media and cultural landscape have altered PR and marketing in recent years. Yet the business of public relations is thriving. According to the Cision State of the Media Report , 59% of U.S.

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Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100