Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Almost four in 10 respondents to a survey of corporate communications, marketing and industry leaders for CommunicationsMatch’s new PR and Communications Agency Search Report said they were looking to hire new agencies in 2017. That’s a lot of new agencies being hired, but it also means other agencies will be dropped.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 24, 2018

Some people don’t think of PR professionals as particularly creative – except when it comes to hatching wild PR stunts or gimmicks, like KFC’s fried-chicken-flavored nail polish in 2016. Yet creativity plays a part in much of a PR person’s daily work. 4 ways creative PR takes it up a notch.

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Ronn Torossian

JUNE 23, 2021

Through public relations companies can build and maintain a positive public reputation and image. The post Creative PR Messaging Essentials appeared first on. At the core of public relations is effective communication through dialogue, which includes getting enough exposure to target audiences through social and media coverage.

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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. In the advertising world, that may mean the company isn’t part of a consulting firm. And it sometimes applies. Entrepreneurial spirit.

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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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5W PR

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Resiliency, creativity, and an optimistic approach to challenges that felt both inspiring and forward-thinking. He highlighted the city’s appeal to companies and talent, citing its favorable weather, picturesque scenery, and an antidote to the winters many Northeasterners endure. The overarching themes?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

Yet many don’t know what makes an agency a ‘great’ fit. Some companies fall victim to the “big budget, big agency; small budget, small agency” myth. Regardless of whether an agency is big or small, it’s the account team is usually comprised of a few dedicated team members who will deliver on the company’s objectives.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

There’s a new trend in the creative world — more companies are building their own in-house teams for a range of creative work that used to be assigned to external agencies. For one, agencies (particularly large ones) tend to be slower than in-house teams. This makes sense for a few reasons.

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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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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Depending on the stage of the business, communications professionals are often tasked with creating messaging cards and positioning statements for the companies they represent. It’s also common for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis for repositioning or when market research is required. Internal Communications.

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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. Demand candor.

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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). From my experience, that’s the trouble with PR companies… Eric Siu.

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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. Big tech companies are reporting fat margins, and then laying off thousands of employees. That builds trust.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss Creative PR and how smart PR today requires a combination of creative storytelling, powerful visual imagery and data-driven decision making. Geben was named the national media relations agency of the year (Ragan/PR Daily) and a top 10 agency for startups (Agency Post).

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 12, 2015

Years ago, I was a PR person working at a creative marketing communications agency. The company had three distinct divisions: PR / Communications (that was my area), Creative Marketing & Advertising and Web, Multimedia & Video. We shared ideas, concepts and I was able to watch how creative ideas came to life.

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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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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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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 29, 2020

For a PR agency , what’s better than winning a new client? Research by Bain & Company shows that boosting customer retention rates by as little as 5% grows profits by 25% to 95%. In the PR business, client retention is tied to staff retention, and both impact the health of any creative services agency.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 2, 2019

As the national holiday approaches, it’s a fitting time to consider what independence means in the world of PR agencies. In our industry independent agencies have grown at a brisk clip when compared to publicly-held PR firms for the past few years, although the larger agencies experienced a nice rally in 2019.

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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

MAY 26, 2021

COVID-19 has seen an explosion of new PR agencies. More than 50 new PR agencies have been founded in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic according to a report published today by Wadds Inc. It provides insights into the market and clear direction and inspiration for anyone thinking of starting their own agency. A new Wadds Inc.

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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

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

The best public relations partnerships are client-agency collaborations that involve a serious time commitment on both sides. But what if the client has limited time to invest with the agency team? Or if it lacks experienced staff to manage the agency effort? Get a strong start with your PR agency. Invite the agency in.

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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. New PR software tool Dazzle launches If a PR firm and a European legaltech company entered a joint venture, Dazzle would be the outcome. At that time, the company said it had raised $5.5

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

Sophie Smith Agencies can claim a proportion of research and development investment costs against their Corporation Tax. A discussion in The House of Marketing, Media and PR community of practice suggested that R&D tax relief credits provided a direct intervention for established companies. More on that to come.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Crenshaw Communications, a New York-based public relations agency specializing in B2B technology PR, is seeking a Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our dynamic B2B technology team. The ideal team member will have worked with various B2B tech companies (e.g., within a PR agency setting or in-house. . Strong writing skills.

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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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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

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. It helped grow “employer branding” among large companies and increased the clout of the workforce within the organization. Branded content is king.

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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. With this, my mind is fresh everyday to think creatively for clients. Explain what is required .

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

Any good PR agency team wants to get a new engagement up and running as quickly and as well as possible. The first 90 days of an engagement can be the most hectic time of an entire client-agency experience. Understanding how they work is essential for an agency to jumpstart a PR relationship and build trust. Do a deep dive.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 13, 2020

As a top PR agency we’re lucky to work with many organizations that prioritize the relationship we share. The same is true of almost any PR agency or team. With that in mind, here are some of the key building blocks of a successful collaborative relationship between a company and their PR agency or internal team.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

Often company execs become very enthusiastic about adding PR to its marketing mix but then find they haven’t the resources or the staffing to maximize outcomes. A PR program operates best when the client has tasked an internal manager for the work, and all parties agree on what the agency needs to succeed.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. It’s not uncommon for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis to help with specific repositioning or market research. The PR pro may train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

Every PR agency team appreciates the importance of relationships with key media outlets and personnel. The most successful agencies have contacts ready to go for any type of announcement or story, but making a connection with a reporter is only part of the equation. There are ways to work around this dilemma.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Agencies and clients alike need to walk the talk when it comes to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. corporate communications will be challenged to involve and engage employees, with an emphasis on mental health and wellness, team-building, and creativity. DEI becomes mission-critical. There are no more excuses.

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PRSay

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you lead a growing PR agency, then perhaps you can make a significant impact on a social issue such as food insecurity. Before getting started, remember to carefully vet all nonprofits and authentically align your agency, clients and employers with mutually beneficial partnerships. You can search by subject focus too. YouGiveGoods.

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Prowly

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Best suited for those who want to earn media coverage through creative storytelling, personalization, and the latest technology. Cision is also best suited for corporate in-house PR teams or large PR agencies. It might fall short with understanding small to medium agencies needs which is where Prowly shines. What is Prowly?

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