Brandpoint

APRIL 3, 2024

Staying ahead of the latest PR trends is key to success in the ever-evolving landscape of public communication. Through our in-depth PR Survey , we unveiled the upcoming industry trends and challenges that will shape 2024 by interviewing 200 PR professionals. Get ahead with us! Explore our key survey takeaways!

PR 48

PR Trends Public Relations Ethics 48

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with? Myth #2: I can do my own PR.

PR 238

PR B2B Thought Leadership Advertising Agencies Campaigns 238

Walker Sands

MAY 8, 2024

PR and strategic communications continue to underpin many of our client programs at Walker Sands, supporting clients to drive awareness, de-position competitors, create new categories and drive growth. I’m excited to share that Annie Gudorf is now leading our PR function as Executive Vice President, PR.

PR 52

PR Work Management B2B Thought Leadership Paid Search Agency 52

Walker Sands

APRIL 10, 2024

The panel covered topics ranging from how the participating reporters find their stories and how they like to communicate with PR professionals to changes they’ve seen in journalism recently. The event surfaced valuable insights for PR professionals in the B2B space. Social media? Let’s dive into some of the key insights.

PR 52

PR Media Ad Building Word of Mouth 52

Navigate the Channel

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of public relations (PR), staying ahead of the curve is essential to maintain a positive brand image and connect with your audience effectively. In this article, we’ll explore the latest PR trends for 2023 that will help your business thrive in an era of rapid change and digital dominance.

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PR Trends Public Relations Transparency 65

Champion Communications

JULY 24, 2023

Today, she stands as a symbol of empowerment, inclusivity, and diversity, thanks to the relentless efforts of the Barbie organisation’s PR team. From trailblazing PR campaigns to ground-breaking collaborations, we delve headlong into the extraordinary world of Barbie’s PR revolution. Rebrand. Rejuvenate.

PR 62

PR Campaigns B2B Thought Leadership Buzz 62

Sprout Social

AUGUST 10, 2022

Influencer marketing has grown from a $1.7 It’s little wonder, then, that influencer marketing has become an indispensable part of the PR and crisis management approach for most brands. Here are five ways to make PR and influencer marketing work for your brand during a crisis. billion in 2022. jordan_fisher. #ad

PR 128

PR Work Management Paid Search Agency Planning 128

Zoominfo

MAY 23, 2019

There’s no way around it, companies that have access to data and the means to analyze said data are often among the most successful. In fact, according to research, companies that have embraced a data-driven culture are three times more likely to be substantially ahead of their competitors financially ( source ). Stuck for data ideas?

PR 188

PR Paid Search Agency Zoominfo Marketing & Strategy 188

DivvyHQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Have you ever thought about the distinct differences between content marketing and PR? Both heavily leverage content, but they serve very different objectives for most companies. Get the insights you need to build a successful marketing strategy that infuses the benefits of both content marketing and PR!

PR 73

PR Differentiation Content Marketing Content 73

SmartBug Media

JULY 28, 2021

Over the course of my career, I’ve seen the best digital marketing strategies consist of a solid balance between earned, owned, and paid media. Owned media is part of the inbound methodology where you publish content on your website or social media channels. The original PR goal was to land one placement (e.g.,

Inbound Marketing 104

Inbound Marketing PR Paid Search Agency Public Relations 104

SmartBug Media

JANUARY 18, 2023

Public relations is often at the bottom of the list of priorities for companies that are worried about rising prices and falling profits. However, in reality, PR is essential to facing these headwinds and successfully responding to any crisis that comes your way. How to Leverage PR During a Recession. What Is Public Relations?

PR 85

PR Public Relations Effectiveness Thought Leadership 85

Contently

JANUARY 20, 2023

It’s high time businesses tap into the power of user-generated content (UGC), a form of content marketing where your customers take center stage. Think customer reviews, social media posts, and photos or videos shared by loyal customers. The campaign was a huge success; over 6 million social posts included the hashtag.

User-Generated Content 174

User-Generated Content PR Word of Mouth Viral Marketing 174

Biznology

MAY 1, 2018

I have been doing social media strategy and planning in one form or another for clients since 2003. But in the context of social media and social media marketing, here’s how I break it down. Social Media Monitoring. Social Media Planning and Calendaring. Homo sapiens sapiens.

Social Media 210

Social Media Social Marketing Paid Search Agency Planning 210

Stevens & Tate

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Public relation is vital for a successful business marketing campaign. While marketing involves multiple bits and pieces, public relations ensure your target audience is receptive to your marketing messages by establishing higher brand recognition. And since PR is about relations, ensure your company introduction is attractive.

PR 89

PR Public Relations Brand Identity Branding 89

Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 23, 2024

The two organizations teamed up to survey “sales and marketing executives at about 1,100 US software and cloud hosting companies.” Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. Comment: Generally, companies that experiment always seem to do better than peers.

Marketing Automation Services 79

Marketing Automation Services Budget Programs Marketing Budget Peer-to-peer 79

Sprout Social

MAY 31, 2023

There’s been a lot of discussion around the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in marketing and communications and for good reason: AI has the potential to reshape the corporate communications landscape. Collect social insights Audience insights are the foundation of better brand positioning. Artificial intelligence is here to stay.

Marketing AI 118

Marketing AI PR Work Management Marketing Management 118

Martech

MARCH 10, 2022

When I look at other companies, I don’t see enough diversity at the top. ” Words from Tiffany Guarnaccia, founder and CEO of Kite Hill PR, a high profile agency in the adtech and martech space. Companies applying must be led by women, BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA founders. Applicants must be U.S.-based.

PR 93

PR Paid Social Agency Paid Search Agency Ideal Customer Profiles 93

Sprout Social

AUGUST 24, 2022

The nature of social media and marketing has transformed the public relations industry. Similar to marketers and social media managers, public relations professionals must wear several hats while balancing collaboration. What is public relations marketing?

PR 81

PR Public Relations Brand Identity Branding 81

Thinkers360

MAY 19, 2024

Here’s the Thinkers360 annual leaderboard for our top 50 thought leading companies on artificial intelligence for 2024. We specialize in B2B strategic marketing, B2B analyst and influencer relations, and B2B thought leadership marketing putting your brand in front of active B2B buyers and influencers worldwide – Explore membership today !

Marketing AI 52

Marketing AI Lead Ranking Lead Scoring Enterprise Management 52

Brandpoint

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

When the country seems like it’s in an emergency state when it comes to the economy and it’s hard to predict just what will happen next, it’s only natural for decision-makers at companies to want to freeze budgets and put a pause on what they’re spending money on to protect their bottom line. This conclusion is more than just anecdotal.

PR 62

PR Public Relations Advertising Agencies Thought Leadership 62

Sword and the Script | B2B

AUGUST 29, 2023

Studies show B2B buyers are getting younger and want to engage with companies on social media; B2B marketers are finding social media supports both leads and revenue About one-third of respondents find new products and hear about brands for the first time on social media. And it may be spilling over into B2B.

Social Media 79

Social Media B2B Marketing Social Marketing Emarketing 79

Martech

MAY 17, 2024

You’re told that you need PR, which stands for press release, right? When discussing public relations with startups, the misconception that PR only involves press releases frequently surfaces. Add earned media — a specific type of PR — to the mix, and things get even murkier.

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Press Startups PR Public Relations 91

Brandpoint

MARCH 23, 2020

If you work in communications or at a PR agency helping companies run their media campaigns, your job looks a whole lot different than it did a few weeks ago. As PR professionals, you have the job to help these business owners and marketers make sure their livelihoods still thrive.

Paid Content 138

Paid Content PR Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency 138

Contently

JULY 10, 2019

” The truth about the marketing industry is that things are nuanced, and very rarely does a tenet apply 100% across the board for all brands in all industries. What I do hope to explain, though, is how we need to consider the different types of digital PR when crafting marketing strategies. Take Spotify, for example.

Storytelling 167

Storytelling PR Marketing & Strategy Press 167

Biznology

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

The RFP was for a year’s social media strategy consulting. ” Companies, brands, associations, and organizations are not separating out social media from influencer engagement. ” Companies, brands, associations, and organizations are not separating out social media from influencer engagement.

Social Media 216

Social Media Social Marketing Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 216

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 8, 2018

Perhaps exacerbated by social media, the past few years have seen a lot of major scandals erupt with damaging consequences. In a survey of corporate crises since 2010, the top eight companies involved in a major scandal suffered a 30 percent loss in value since its crisis, and in all but one case, the top […].

PR 127

PR Customer Surveys Social Media Social Marketing 127

Walker Sands

JUNE 21, 2022

When Walker Sands acquired March Communications in 2021 , we were excited to scale our award-winning B2B marketing solutions in Boston, a city that consistently ranks as a top venture capital and technology hub. Affectiva Acquired: A PR Journey to M&A. Our PR work for Affectiva received the Bronze Bell in the “High-Tech” category.

PR 52

PR Peer-to-peer Acquisitions Press 52

Customer Experience Matrix

APRIL 1, 2020

As marketers finish their initial emergency adjustments to coronavirus lockdowns, they are starting to think about longer-term plans. While the shape of things to come is impossible to guess, reporting on industry changes has become a marketing trend of its own. Week-by-week data since January shows a sharp rise starting March 16.

Paid Search Agency 240

Paid Search Agency Companies Advertising Agencies Business 240

Sharpspring

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Social listening matters! Maybe a news article picked up on some charitable actions your company has done, or a blogger had a bad experience and decided to write about it. These days, brand monitoring and social listening is something that can and should be automated. Empower Your PR Strategy with Social Listening.

Social Marketing 125

Social Marketing Marketing Strategy Marketing & Strategy Paid Search Agency 125

Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

All too often, company culture becomes an excuse for not hiring a diverse range of otherwise qualified candidates. In fact, according to HR platform provider Onbordia , over half the nation’s companies use “cultural fit” as a way to exclude rather than include. Never is this misuse more evident than in its marketing results.

Paid Search Agency 253

Paid Search Agency Companies Demographics Marketing & Strategy 253

Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 19, 2022

A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network – here are time tested PR tips for B2B to earn some traction on the platform. There are things brands can do if PR is important to them: turn your Twitter handle over to a capable PR person and let them get to work.

PR 69

PR Twitter Brand Identity Branding 69

nDash

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Some PR professionals have no problem developing relationships or closing sales when they’re in one-on-one conversations. This guide discusses what PR is, what you should know about it, and its importance. How to Define PR. PR is an acronym for “public relations.” ” What You Should Know About PR.

PR 52

PR Paid Content Public Relations Advertising Agencies 52

Schubert B2B

JUNE 22, 2023

For years, social media has been viewed as a platform used primarily by B2C businesses. However, in our today’s world, social media has become a vitally important tool in B2B inbound marketing as well. But, what really is the role of social media in b2b inbound marketing?

Inbound Marketing 62

Inbound Marketing Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing 62

ClearVoice

JULY 29, 2022

Through the news and social media, it doesn’t take much for information to spread. This means that both good news and bad news quickly go viral, and if companies are not prepared to manage this sudden onslaught, they’re effectively letting the public decide their fate. What is public relations vs. content marketing?

PR 52

PR Public Relations Content Thought Leadership 52

Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Social media is an undeniable part of the B2B digital environment. With 74% of global marketers investing in social media marketing, the channel allows you to connect with your audience, increase brand awareness, handle customer service, and even increase conversions. However, social media also presents many risks.

Social Media 362

Social Media Media Guidelines PR 362

Oktopost

MAY 26, 2020

It’s hard out there for fintech and finserv companies. There’s a good reason for this astronomic growth — the rewards are huge and the market has all kinds of directions to grow in. . There’s a good reason for this astronomic growth — the rewards are huge and the market has all kinds of directions to grow in. .

Social Media 142

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 142

Golden Spiral

AUGUST 22, 2019

Amid such a tight labor market, public relations can play a big role in recruitment. Here’s how to keep the recruitment PR plates spinning: Start with Company Culture: Think: "show, not tell.". Be Social on Social: B2B companies who hesitate to show their human side on social media are missing out.

PR 54

PR Paid Search Agency Companies Public Relations 54