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This week’s PR Roundup looks at Wendy’s pricing blunder, the latest B2B and thought leadership study from Edelman and LinkedIn and a new coalition formed by the Ad Council to combat gun violence in America.

The rapid reduction of the media workforce will have a huge impact on the world of public relations. But by remaining focused on core elements of PR amidst all this change and uncertainty, you will be more likely to help your clients achieve their objectives and reach your own professional goals.

PRNEWS welcomed Dr. Chuck Wallington to celebrate Black History Month and discuss the issue of a diminishing number of Black men in the PR industry. Wallington is the author of “A Seat at the C-Suite Table: Insights from the Journeys of African American Executives.”

With podcast listeners trending upward year-over-year, it only makes sense for communicators to look to this medium to push a new product or score an informational interview depending on the audience. 

In 2024, it’s evident you need a deepfake scenario as part of your crisis communications plan, along with other disinformation management plans. Here are steps to take to ensure you can counter the narrative before a real crisis occurs.

PR Roundup looks at a study that reveals how adults are using TikTok, Nikki Haley’s “big announcement” trick, and how the nutrition industry is dealing with misinformation on social media. 

While fielding applications for PRNEWS’ 2024 Agency Elite Top 100, we tasked agencies with envisioning what the future of the PR and communications industry would look like in several years. Following are five predictions for the future of PR measurement according to several of our Top 100 Agency Elite.

Moss Kendrix, a pioneer in the field of public relations, played a significant role in transforming the portrayal of minorities, especially Black Americans, in the media over 75 years ago.

It’s a unique selling point to be an award-winning company, as it enhances credibility and trust, so don’t keep it a secret.

The New York Times is suing OpenAI for copyright infringement. Communicators, too, will need to decide if there is a danger in letting AI models train on their corporate content. Right now, PR professionals are embracing it as a productivity enhancer and marketing tool. But the way forward may require some balance.