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Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Announces Record Submissions for 2024 Awards
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced a total of 26,753 submissions for the 2024 Awards.
DJE Launches Third Agency, RUTH, to Operate Independently alongside Edelman and Zeno
RUTH, a global communications agency poised to operate independently alongside industry giants Edelman and Zeno, promises to uphold Ruth Edelman’s legacy of innovation and advocacy, particularly in the realm of mental health awareness.
2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Unveils Innovation as a Surprising New Risk to Trust in Today's Landscape
In a prelude to the World Economic Forum, the latest 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer lays bare a concerning schism between innovation and society, becoming a key driver of heightened polarization. Unveiling a significant disparity, the study discloses that almost two-thirds of respondents see innovation as inadequately managed.
Edelman Appoints Kirsty Graham as CEO for U.S. Operations
In a strategic move poised to drive the next phase of growth for global communications firm Edelman, Kirsty Graham has been named the Chief Executive Officer of Edelman's U.S. operation, effective February 1
PR Masters Series Podcast, Episode #79 - Tom Coyne
Today’s special guest on the PR Masters Series podcast is Tom Coyne, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Coyne Public Relations.
In Loving Memory of Mark Weiner
It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of our dear friend, Mark Weiner on December 10. Mark's departure has left an irreplaceable void in the realm of corporate and brand communications, a field he passionately enriched with his wisdom and expertise.
Navigating the Unknown: Enhancing C-Suite Preparedness for Crisis Management in 2024
It is time for the C-suite to build trust and excel at two-way communication, especially compassionate listening.
Dubois On The Skills Recovering Journalists Bring To Internal Comms
In the wake of countless newsroom layoffs and the ever-creeping influence of generative AI, those struggling to find stable work in the media industry can go on to have fruitful careers in PR.
NBCUniversal's Paris Summer Olympic Press Release Is A Cautionary Example Of Poor Writing
To all the businesses associated with the games, and especially to the network televising the games in the U.S. - NBCUniversal - the Paris Olympics will be the most important happening since humans appeared on our planet.
Four Top Takeaways From Cannes 2023
Between the panels, industry conversations, networking, and of course, croissants, I took a moment to reflect on why we were all there in the first place – to listen to new perspectives and continue to drive our industry forward. Below are my top four takeaways for PR professionals.
A Symbolic Day for Communication and Public Relations Industries
As fireworks light up the night sky and Americans come together to celebrate their independence, the 4th of July holds great significance not only for the nation but also for the communication and public relations (PR) industries.
Putin’s PR Pros Were at Golf Course during Wagner Group Insurrection
Vladimir Putin’s communicators undoubtedly took a page from the PGA playbook and improved it.
Older Doesn’t Mean Wiser is An Important Lesson for PR Pros
The two that I think are the most important were the announcements by two old-timers, President Biden and former President Trump to run for re-election, even though actuarial tables suggest that both might not be able to serve a full four year term.
New York Chapter of PRSA Opens Submissions for 2023 Big Apple Awards
The 36th Annual PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards is now accepting early submissions from organizations and independent PR professionals.
PR Lesson Learned From The PGA & LIV Golf Tour Merger
So it’s no surprise that the totalitarian-loving former president praised the merger between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s LIV Tour, even though the Kingdom has been accused of human rights violations for as long as I can remember, and probably as long as it has been in existence.
5 Reasons Companies Should Prioritize Marketing Efforts During a Recession
Recessions can actually be the perfect time to ramp up your marketing game and leave your competitors scratching their heads.
Truescope Talks with Maribel Perez Wadsworth
There are few media professionals as highly credentialed, and well regarded, as Maribel Perez Wadsworth, and it is a privilege to have her join the latest edition of Truescope Talks.
Timeless Lessons From The Coronavirus Pressers That Must Not Be Forgotten
Since the beginning of the pandemic three years ago, there were many important PR lessons over the past three years from the pandemic that should not be forgotten because they can relate to agency situations.
Comms and Marketing Can Work Together, Even When Our Goals Are Different
Although marketing and communications might have similar functions on the surface — namely, telling the organization’s story —they often have widely differing goals.
ICCO Report: Big Challenges, Bigger Opportunities for PR Industry
The International Communications Consultancy Organization has just released its latest annual report, surveying thousands of PR professionals across the globe to probe the perils and promise of the industry.