Stories by Matt Panichas

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Battle Creek, Michigan / United States - December 18, 2019: President Trump with Republican National Convention Chair Ronna Romney McDaniel and Michigan Republican Party Cochair Terry Bowman

NBC News Crisis: The Pitfalls of Binary Thinking and Lessons for Internal Communications

April 16th, 2024 by

Everything that is internal is external; everything that is external is internal. NBC learned this the hard way when it hired former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel as an on-air contributor back in March.… Continued

Attention CCOs: Here are 5 Smart Steps to Promoting Your AI Product

April 15th, 2024 by

There’s been an explosion of AI tools in the market, making it harder for new solutions to break from the pack and get meaningful attention. So in this environment, it’s not as simple as having great technology. You need to build an ecosystem of content and earned media around your product to boost awareness. Our author offers up five steps to get your AI offering noticed. 

PR Roundup: Earth Day Behaviors, PRSA Tackles Misinformation, Dove Says No to AI Ads

April 12th, 2024 by

This week’s PR Roundup features new Earth Day research in regards to remote work and corporate perceptions, the launch of PRSA’s Tackling Misinformation guidebook, and Dove’s pledge against AI advertising.

Top view of a Kellogg's Corn Flakes package, with a bowl being prepared from above

Crisis at Kellogg’s: CEO Offers ‘Cereal for Dinner’ Economic Advice

April 9th, 2024 by

Many of the comments prompted by Pilnick’s interview cast Kellogg’s in the role of a greedy corporation that was out of touch with consumer needs.

Person holding cellphone with webpage of US artificial intelligence company OpenAI LLC on screen with logo. Focus on center of phone display.

AI Alchemy: Crafting Brand Legacies in the Digital Era

April 8th, 2024 by

For businesses and their communication teams, there’s a need for proactive engagement, utilizing AI’s ability to shape public opinion as a catalyst for communication.

A sample of eclipse swag for the April 2024 eclipse path viewers in Rochester, NY

Events PR: Harnessing the Opportunity of the Total Solar Eclipse

April 5th, 2024 by

When something of this magnitude (an eclipse) comes along, it can be a gift for businesses looking to capitalize on and create an experiential event that provides a memorable experience for target audiences.

How Marketers Can Tap Into Fútbol Fandom Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

April 5th, 2024 by

With the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America underway, opportunities for brands to tap into the vibrant culture of fútbol, particularly among U.S. Hispanics, are growing. But before marketers dive in, understanding the nuances of the U.S. Hispanic audience’s relationship with the sport is crucial to crafting authentic communication strategies.

As Soccer Evolves Into Fútbol, Communicators Can Score Big With U.S. Hispanic Fans

April 4th, 2024 by

The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is underway, igniting a fervor among soccer enthusiasts across the world. As the anticipation mounts, so does the opportunity for brands to tap into the vibrant culture of fútbol, particularly among U.S. Hispanics. Understanding the nuances of the U.S. Hispanic audience’s relationship with fútbol is crucial in crafting authentic communication strategies.

MLB and Ohtani: Building a Crisis and Reputation Plan When in a Pickle

April 2nd, 2024 by

Following the news of Shohei Ohtani’s involvement with an illegal bookmaker in California, the MLB is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Our author summarizes the scandal and provides a crisis communications format that should have been followed.

Measuring PR and Comms Success With Customized Client-Aligned KPIs

April 1st, 2024 by

PR and comms are almost never about a single point in the funnel. That’s where a set of customized KPIs come into play. Our author looks at how to develop them, emphasizing that the key is to align them with business marketing goals.