ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 9, 2019

Any good public relations agency should want to have an open conversation about what clients can expect for their investment. But even the best agencies don’t always spill the tea at the very first meeting. Here are some things to keep in mind for companies looking to bring on an outside PR agency for the first time.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

Here’s a “cheat sheet” to help brands get a leg up on the PR universe this year. How to maximize brand PR: a “cheat sheet” Remember the investment goes beyond the PR budget. Not every brand has a tight, easily told story, and some have complicated, dull, or even questionable histories.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The flipside of earned media is owned media: publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, Medium publication, and the like. A subset of corporate communications work, developing, documenting, and disseminating overarching corporate messaging is key to building a strong brand with a consistent message.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2022

For a creative services firm – like ad, PR or marketing agencies – differentiation is key. One way agencies distinguish themselves is by touting their independent status. The implication is that its team is free to offer top creative and client-centered work. And it sometimes applies. Entrepreneurial spirit.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The social media landscape has fundamentally shifted how brands connect with their audiences, and TikTok stands at the forefront of this change. PR professionals who master TikTok’s unique blend of authenticity, creativity, and rapid content creation gain direct access to journalists, influencers, and consumers alike.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 20, 2019

In public relations , there are many career path possibilities, but most fall into either the agency side or the client side. Many who’ve been successful after years in agency PR may nurture a curiosity about client-side work. Agency PR Has Many Advantages. But the question isn’t just for PR beginners.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Business may be getting a tad personal as B2B buyers put “I feel safe signing a contract with them” at the top of their decision criteria Dentsu a global creative agency is out with a new study about B2B buying decisions. It’s also the foundation of a brand. Is a brand that aligns with my personal values and ethics.”

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 13, 2019

Once upon a time, brands and agencies relied on human analysts to identify brand mentions and extract insights on their campaigns. Because of this new reality, brands can no longer afford to just monitor text mentions – they also want to know what happens in all of these images and videos.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2020

As most PR agencies know, social media is not just for B2C companies anymore. The B2B landscape is changing, especially for technology brands. They’re under pressure to differentiate their brand communications to reach high-priority audiences in more thoughtful and effective ways. Reaching the right audience.

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Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 16, 2024

According to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the UK creative sector employs almost 241,000 people and contributes £18.8bn to society and the economy. The creative agencies we work with have talent and ambition, but crucially also a recognition of what they don’t know.

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Flack's Revenge

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

It is once again de rigueur to slam PR agencies. I learned this from a prospect who clued me in to a podcast and Forbes article (the former by uber influencers who should know better; the latter was generally negative on agencies but had some great points). This just tells me you are not as smart as you think you are. Udi Ledergor.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Bringing on an external PR agency , or really any outside firm, is an investment of time and budget for any company, no matter its size. Naturally, things will go better for both parties if the agency team gives their all, and the client manages for the best possible outcomes. Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels. Here are some of ours.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended long-planned marketing and PR campaigns for nearly every major brand. Early into the social distancing phase several brands quickly acknowledged the situation through visuals. But the most PR-powerful gesture may have been by Yum Brands. Youth brands fight bad info, promote mental health.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In today’s competitive marketplace, brands are constantly seeking innovative ways to connect with their target audience and foster long-lasting loyalty. Digital storytelling and alcohol marketing agencies have emerged as a powerful tool, particularly in the non-alcohol marketing space.

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Ronn Torossian

AUGUST 24, 2020

The post As Retail Continues to Struggle, Dick’s Gets Creative appeared first on. With fewer shoppers comes fewer impulse buys, which means revenues are down, and retailers are looking for new and interesting ways […].

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

.” Co-author Robert Brulle has fiercely criticized fossil-fuel companies for “efforts to greenwash their reputations and shift public opinion” and wants to shine a light on the role of PR agencies. The group fingered Edelman for its work for many brand-name fossil-fuel companies and trade organizations.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The toy industry faces unique challenges and opportunities when it comes to brand loyalty, as companies must appeal to multiple generations while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. The campaign centered on how LEGO has been a constant source of creative expression across generations.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The best ideas dont always emerge from marketing textbooks or industry case studiestheyre found in real-life events, cultural shifts, and the unique ways brands connect with their audiences. When you step back and take a wider view, youll notice opportunities for creativity everywhere you look. So, whats your next big idea?

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Social media influencers have become central figures in modern marketing strategies , but brands are moving away from short-term, transactional relationships in favor of sustained partnerships. This shift reflects a deeper understanding of how authentic connections drive consumer trust and brand loyalty.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2023

Crenshaw Communications, an award-winning B2B PR firm representing high-growth technology companies and leading ad tech brands, recently welcomed former ad tech journalist Mez Ambachew and PR agency professional Elana Warshavsky to the team. The agency also welcomed back returning team member Colleen O’Connor.

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Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 12, 2020

Nine entrepreneurs talk about the agencies they’ve launched during the pandemic. I caught up with nine agency founders who have started their businesses during the COVID-19 crisis to talk about their proposition, motivation and the lessons that they’d share with others thinking of doing the same. I wish them all good luck.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2023

As summer blooms along the French Riviera, the world’s leading creative talents are gathering once again for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Yet as a PR agency with deep roots in adtech, we’ve been tracking Cannes Lions for years. As Oli Marlow-Thomas, Chief Innovation Officer for Smartly.io

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 9, 2019

There are opportunities that exist for consumer brands to market within the purview of a government agency. ET, special guest and co-host, Tyler Madison, Program Manager at Kentucky Proud, will lead a #PRStudChat discussion on “Marketing Consumer-Based Products With a Government Agency.” Why or why not? If so, how?

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Cision

MAY 31, 2017

And as marketers and storytellers, it’s up to us to not only get our brands in front of consumers but to also pique their interest instantly so they don’t scroll right on past. Upon snapping photos of them, participants were given the option to add a branded filter to their Snapchat photos. Captivate, Then Maintain.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Brand purpose has real purpose. Research shows that consumers want the brands and companies they do business with to be fair employers, good corporate citizens, and responsible stewards of the environment. Look for brand values to be a core message for most organizations. Branded content is king. Employees are in charge.

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5W PR

MARCH 24, 2023

As spring approaches, brands look for ways to engage with their audiences and stand out from the competition. Hosting unique and memorable brand events is one such way – these capture the essence of the season. Here are some creative event branding ideas for spring that can help brands make a lasting impression.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

On the agency side, it’s sometimes because the team overpromises in their eagerness to win a new client. Fortunately, most collaborative ideas can be successful, — with research, work, and creativity. In ad tech, this means getting a brand or publisher client onboard; reporters aren’t going to take our word for it.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Having a clear brand established, along with representation of your values and mission statement, has never been more important. Owned Media & Content Strategy. Messaging & Positioning.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 10, 2021

The post Half of consumers say a company’s website design is crucial to their opinion of that brand appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 6, 2024

While these restrictions aim to protect public health and promote responsible consumption, they can also pose significant challenges for brands seeking to create impactful campaigns. Thats why its ideal to work with an alcohol marketing agency to navigate these waters effectively.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The code too can be highly probable which is why the creative and design are what differentiates software products he said, rather than word choice. It recently published a case study with the CCGroup , which is a B2B tech PR agency out of London. Just like AI can be trained to write copy, AI can be trained to write code.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. 6 PR tactics to differentiate your brand. A company can set itself apart by speaking in a distinct brand voice. This type of creative, highly effective activity makes a splash. Is it humorous?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This is particularly true for marketing, and the same applies to brand and corporate communications. Agencies and clients alike need to walk the talk when it comes to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Gartner predicts that an “anywhere operations model will be vital for businesses to emerge successfully from COVID-19 ” in 2021.

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Buzzstream

JANUARY 20, 2025

This case study is from the people at Tank, a digital PR agency that helps clients to realise their digital ambition by marketing beyond the obvious. This kind of information can be turned into a powerful campaign that will cut through the noise of other PR agencies trying to get journalists to publish their content.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 2, 2020

A Third of Brand Emails Offer Free or Discounted Services Amid Pandemic. New York, NY, June 2, 2020 — Crenshaw Communications , a New York-based public relations agency specializing in technology, today announced the analysis of dozens of B2C brand email marketing communications sent during the COVID-19 pandemic between mid-March and mid-May.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Influencer marketing and alcohol marketing agencies have become powerful tools for brands in the alcohol industry to reach and engage their target audience. Mixologists and bartenders can create engaging video tutorials and written recipes showcasing the brand’s products in unique and delicious cocktails.

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5W PR

JANUARY 3, 2025

Inclusive beauty marketing and beauty marketing agencies , a movement that champions diversity, equity, and accessibility, are reshaping the way brands connect with consumers. Brands must continue to challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and create a more equitable and inclusive future for all.

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