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PRNEWS GRADES: 2021 Summer Edition
July 29th, 2021 by PRNEWSThe PRNEWS staff encounters many examples of brand communication. Periodically, we offer blunt assessments of some of the best and not-so-great examples. In this summer edition, we examine some of the hottest brand campaigns
Communicator ‘Translates’ Crypto’s Advantages as Digital Currencies Seek Trust
July 28th, 2021 by Seth ArensteinWe asked Rachael Horwitz, operating partner at Andreessen Horowitz, about ‘translating’ a new currency format. We also asked what communicators at small companies need to consider as crypto continues its increasingly larger role in the business zeitgeist.
PRNEWS Honors Top Women in Industry in Virtual Gala
July 28th, 2021 by PRNEWSPRNEWS celebrated this year’s class of honorees for Top Women in PR today (July 28). Honorees this year were recognized in five categories: Changemakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry Innovators, Mentors and Rising Stars.
Lessons Earned: An Earthly Tip from a Boss with Sky-High Expectations
July 28th, 2021 by Michael Young[Editor’s Note: As Bill Gates says, “It’s fine to celebrate success, but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.” Thomas Edison tried thousands of light bulbs before discovering his life-altering solution. Babe Ruth… Continued
Active Listening, Authentic Storytelling are Keys to Effect Social Change
July 27th, 2021 by Sophie MaerowitzTo shed some light on how PR pros can successfully promote cultural change inside and outside of their organizations, we gathered some of this year’s Top Women in PR together in a virtual roundtable to share their recent efforts and best practices.
#SSU2021 Speaker Q&A: CompTIA’s Kelly Stone on Leveraging LinkedIn
July 27th, 2021 by Sophie MaerowitzCompTIA’s Kelly Stone offers a sneak peek of her LinkedIn session at Social Shake-Up 2021.
When We Return to the Office, Internal Communication will Rise Again
July 26th, 2021 by Stacy AdamsAs it did during the outset of the pandemic, internal communication once again will take center stage as companies get set to re-open offices. An emphasis on the basics of good communication will rule the day.
Matching CSR with Corporate Values
July 22nd, 2021 by Julia PetrykFor some consumers, a great product isn’t enough. When given an option, they’ll choose something from companies whose social purposes align with their values. Based on content during PRNEWS’ Media Relations Virtual Event, this trend… Continued
[VIDEO] Lindsay Swanson of Visit Anaheim Talks Travel and Tourism PR
July 21st, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS Live welcomed Lindsay Swanson, Communications Director at Visit Anaheim. Swanson will discuss PR efforts surrounding tourism and reopening and how the industry has endured in light of the pandemic.