Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 16, 2025

David Wills, senior vice president of Media Profile We are pleased to share the next post in a series of in-depth profiles of key international markets written by one of our PRGN partners. The suburban communities have a vibrant manufacturing base. Toronto is a rapidly growing city.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As esports continues to captivate millions worldwide, it has become a formidable force in video game marketing. The allure lies in the intense competition, skilled gameplay, and the passionate communities that form around specific games and players. This can enhance brand visibility and credibility within the gaming community.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

As we turn the page on the year, it’s time to look at the trends that affect PR and marketing communications. Purpose and values-based communications will become an essential part of the marketing toolbox. The talent market in many industries is tighter than ever. Marketers look beyond products.

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5W PR

JANUARY 17, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of travel, destination marketing has become increasingly sophisticated. Successful destination marketing in 2025 demands a laser focus on specific traveler segments. Partner with travel publications, blogs, and online communities that cater to the target audience.

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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

People often question the difference between public relations and marketing. Public Relations can come in many forms but for this post, let’s focus on media relations, community relations, online and social media. Community Relations. This week I’m going to talk about publicity and marketing. Media Relations.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, a well-crafted marketing strategy and a strong focus on recognition can be powerful tools to help hotels weather these storms and emerge stronger than before. Transparency and Open Communication One of the most crucial steps in navigating a crisis is to be transparent and open with the customers.

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Onclusive

MARCH 21, 2018

In December 2009, Forrester defined what it called the three new media options for interactive marketers: “paid, earned and owned.” Earned media had traditionally been the responsibility of public relations, while paid and owned media had been part of the marketing mandate. Was it a function of PR? Its own function?

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

To ensure its success, a well-crafted marketing campaign is essential. Developing a successful video game marketing campaign for a new video game requires a strategic approach that combines creativity, data-driven insights, and targeted execution. These are simply communities where gamers discuss and recommend new games.

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5W PR

JANUARY 4, 2025

However, with limited budgets and resources, these studios face a significant challenge: effective video game marketing. To stand out in a crowded market and maximize their return on investment (ROI), indie game studios must adopt a strategic approach to their marketing efforts.

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

If you’re launching a new product or service, it therefore makes sense to include blogger outreach in the marketing mix. While independent bloggers often have lower audience reach than legacy media, their communities are typically more involved. On the other hand, independent bloggers rely on advertising and sponsors to make a living.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

To understand how analysts factor marketing into their assessment and valuation of the companies they cover. And a brand is bigger than marketing. In other words, it takes a good company and good marketing to build a valuable brand. Comment: This is an advertising association, so the question is naturally focused on advertising.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 18, 2019

Social media marketing tactics seem to be taking over. “Brands tapping into the influencer marketing community as part of its integrated communication efforts would do well to focus less on individual’s followers and more on the engagement rate,” said Michael Kaye, Communications Manager at Autism Speaks.

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5W PR

MARCH 27, 2025

Marketing technology and user-generated content now form the backbone of successful PR campaigns, fundamentally changing how brands connect with their audiences. Social proof through authentic customer voices carries more weight than traditional advertising, with 92% of consumers trusting peer recommendations over brand messaging.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

Most of these are focused on marketing, communications, leadership and psychology. Bonus: I take the best of what Ive read about marketing and comms and add it to a monthly newsletter. I used to listen to a lot more marketing and PR podcasts, and while I still have some in the queue, Ive cut back in favor of other topics.

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5W PR

JANUARY 21, 2025

How Brands Are Using Micro and Nano-Influencers to Build Trust and Drive Results Social media marketing has shifted dramatically in recent years, with brands moving away from celebrity endorsements toward partnerships with smaller, more focused content creators. billion valuation while spending very little on traditional advertising.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Crises, whether stemming from natural disasters, economic downturns, or public health emergencies, bring devastating consequences for individuals, businesses, and communities. Organizations should demonstrate genuine concern for those affected and offer support to communities in need.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Some say the goal of a great PR program should be to build brand reputation, while sales and marketing actually drive sales. The reality is that the lines between PR and marketing are getting blurrier all the time. The two can and should work together – much like brick and mortar. Boosting message resonance.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 26, 2022

When it comes to social media marketing, our priorities seem to be messed up. Where do we focus the bulk of our time and energy in social media marketing? Or, what about advertising. My guess, content creation and advertising probably take up at least 75% of our time as social media marketers. We just have to.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Dr. Marlene Neill (@ neillPR) is an assistant professor of advertising and public relations at Baylor University. Dr. Neill will be engaging with students, professionals and other educators in a community chat session via Twitter, discussing today’s ethics and sharing her professional advice. About Spin Sucks.

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Agility PR Solutions

APRIL 8, 2024

Multicultural marketing has been a hugely important strategy for directly and appropriately targeting an increasingly diverse population to widen brand reach, but new research from marketing and advertising tech platform Direct Digital Holdings shows this approach goes beyond those borders.

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Awario

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The network understands its value for brands and businesses and offers a large number of tools to help you promote, advertise, and sell on Facebook. Some of them are there in the plain sight for you to take on right away, but some are hidden in Settings or simply not mentioned that much in the Facebook marketing community.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

What does this mean for digital advertising? How can marketers cope? These issues seem arcane for anyone outside the industry, but they’re hot-button topics in the ad tech lane because the community is rushing to adapt. Direct marketing to customers and employees through timely emails is also useful. Call-to-Action.

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Cision

APRIL 24, 2015

The term “content marketing” casts a wide net when it comes to ways to promote and publicize a brand or organization. It can include social media, tip sheets, and emails, as well as paid promotions like native advertising and promoted posts on social platforms. How can you add value to them?

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Agility PR Solutions

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Only about a third (34 percent) of Asian consumers feel that they are seeing more brands going out of their way to market and advertise to their community, according to a new study from Horowitz Research. This points out a missed opportunity for brands, given that the study also finds that when it comes to […].

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Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Encouraging more engagement from your community When it comes to customer-generated content, especially for niche or B2B brands, the key is to find organic ways to encourage your audience to participate in UGC in a way that is also helpful to them. The IBM Data Science Community is one of the best user-generated content examples.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As internship season arrives, public relations and integrated marketing firms worldwide are opening applications for paid summer roles. Businesses of all types hire interns for strategic communications, social media and public relations. Don’t be afraid to pitch yourself directly, even if the organization isn’t advertising openings.

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Business Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

By Serena Ehrlich, Director of Social and Evolving Media, Business Wire In early 2018, Facebook announced a news feed update that dramatically changes how brands can engage with their communities and audiences within the Facebook platform. Look at the Instant Pot Community. This is an advice community. Implementation Tip!

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5W PR

DECEMBER 31, 2024

By following these strategies, working with an alcohol marketing agency , and staying informed about the latest regulations, alcohol brands can effectively leverage social media to build strong brand relationships, drive sales, and maintain a positive reputation. There are a few useful strategies that can help in this case.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

A strong brand message is essential for any successful marketing strategy. For local businesses, this message is even more critical, positioning the franchise as a trusted, indispensable part of the community. The combination of corporate oversight and local adaptability is key to franchise marketing success.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

What started out as a Snapchat-like platform for younger generations of social media influencers and general users for sharing video snippets has grown into an essential platform for marketing and advertising. TikTok is a powerful brand marketing platform. Why TikTok? . Video ads aren’t skippable. million likes. .

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5W PR

APRIL 8, 2025

To succeed, retailers must act as destinations, offering immersive environments that foster emotional connections and community. While Amazon is optimized for conversion, true brand discovery often happens off-platform, through influencers, affiliate marketing , and social channels.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2017

What about creating prospects at the top of the marketing funnel? ” In my experience it works best in tandem with other, more controllable or scalable elements of the marketing mix – like email marketing, SEO, and sales promotion. .” Look at that marketing funnel. Look at that marketing funnel.

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ReimaginePR

JUNE 15, 2020

Heck, even having a simple social media page isn’t enough; you need to have multiple social media platforms to reach a wide enough audience, and those platforms need to be managed in such a way that it brings your customers together into a self-sustaining community that your company engages with on the ground level. Tall order?

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Mindful Marketing

MAY 21, 2023

by David Hagenbuch - professor of marketing at Messiah University - ​author of Honorable Influence - founder of Mindful Marketing In casual interpersonal conversation, two topics have long been taboo: politics and religion. Do the #StandUp spots really represent religious advertising? of the U.S.

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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As a mom and marketing guru who works with brands to target this important demographic, Maria has been advocating for brands to recognize and embrace the buying power of this group for decades. Tune in to learn about the impact of mommy marketing and how important you truly are—not just within your family but also in the economy.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 29, 2020

COVID-19 instantly upended the way brands communicate with customers. Suddenly, most marketing was irrelevant, or worse. But most eyes were on marketing like print and TV ads that could be quickly adapted to the new situation. According to HubSpot, email marketing generates $38 for every $1 spent — an ROI of 3,800%.

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5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2025

Companies that meaningfully integrate social responsibility into their PR efforts build deeper connections with audiences and strengthen their market position. The most successful brands recognize that surface-level gestures fall flat – real impact requires embedding social responsibility throughout their communications strategy.

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