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Stories by PR News Editors
Telecoms Use Promos to Grow Social, Biz
April 6th, 2015 by PR News EditorsTelecom companies are looking for a new lifeline on their social channels. Social media engagement in the telecom sector grew just 1 percent, from January 1-March 15, compared with the same period in 2014, according to an exclusive study by social media analytics company Shareablee.
Serving Up Content for a Snackable World
April 6th, 2015 by PR News EditorsThe death of long-form writing may be greatly exaggerated. But when it comes to distributing PR- and marketing-related content that your constituents will pay attention to (and maybe even share), “snackable” content is the most promising recipe for success.
Lessons Learned from the Kraft Heinz Press Release
April 6th, 2015 by PR News EditorsWhen H.J. Heinz Co. announced its acquisition of Kraft Foods Group recently—creating the third-largest food and beverage company in North America—a smorgasbord of PR accompanied the move.
The Week in PR: April 6, 2015
April 6th, 2015 by PR News EditorsPR News’ weekly look at the stories that are shaping the world of professional communications.
Sharing Stories Is Job One
November 10th, 2014 by PR News EditorsOscar Suris, executive VP and head of corporate communications at Wells Fargo, talks about the importance of sharing stories, life in a post-banking crisis universe and what he does to unwind.
Taco Bell’s ‘Blackout’ Offers New Paths for Digital Marketing
November 10th, 2014 by PR News EditorsCall it disruptive or innovative—in the context of digital PR, the terms are relatively synonymous these days. Either way, the Taco Bell “blackout” serves as a compelling reminder that, as online communications become commoditized, PR pros are on the hook to create unusual campaigns that grab the attention of consumers and the media alike.
Online Marketing Needs a Mobile-First Approach
November 10th, 2014 by PR News EditorsBrands and organizations of all stripes have spent the last few years moving to a digital-first marketing strategy. But they shouldn’t get too comfortable, as the digital-first approach is about to get eclipsed by the mobile-first approach.
PR, Marketing and Advertising Syncing Up
November 10th, 2014 by PR News EditorsStronger alignment among PR, marketing and advertising executives is one goal shared by brands and organizations, at least on paper. Despite the best of intentions, however, many PR, marketing and advertising pros have been stymied by a siloed business approach, senior managers who are reluctant to start collaborating on their media budgets or, in many cases, corporate inertia.
Eclectic Mix of Summer Events Helps Spark Engagement For N.Y.’s Soon-to-Be Refurbished South Street Seaport
September 30th, 2013 by PR News EditorsLower Manhattan is about to get a major facelift. This week marks the start of a $200 million redevelopment project at South Street Seaport’s Pier 17. When development is finished in 2015 or 2016, there will