Ronn Torossian

JANUARY 4, 2021

A line from the song pretty much summarizes the current marketing sphere for B2B brands, “A whole new world with new horizons to pursue.” COVID-19 and technology […]. The post B2B – A Whole New World appeared first on.

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B2B Film Technology Marketing 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2023

Disruptive technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and others are constantly reshaping various industries. Here’s where a thoughtful yet robust public relations (PR) strategy can help address predictable reaction. The challenge was to unravel the complexity of the technology and disassociate it from crypto.

Technology 170

Technology Strategy Privacy Healthcare 170

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 14, 2016

My friend Neal Schaffer shared an interesting Harvard Business Review article, How More Accessible information is Forcing B2B Sales to Adapt. The story questioned the role and relevancy of the B2B sales team in a digital world. HBR virtually ignored media as a channel of info that supports B2B sales.

B2B 120

B2B Media Relations Media Social Media 120

5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In the competitive landscape of B2B tech, effective public relations can be a game-changer. Implementing these strategic PR tactics and continuously measuring and analyzing results can build credibility, foster trust, and drive business growth in the competitive B2B tech landscape.

B2B 78

B2B Company Crisis Management Measurement 78

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. .

B2B 291

B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 291

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Media relations is a huge part of any PR program , given the third-party validation that comes with earned media. Industry analyst relations (AR) can be a foundation for lead generation. And much like media relations, there are nuances involved. Who are analysts? Navigating the pay-to-play landscape.

Wireless 309

Wireless B2B Report Media Relations 309

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. It was an interesting job, particularly from a B2B tech PR perspective. In this case, with PR software, I was both of those things. Did you know?

Technology 173

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 173

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 17, 2023

55% of B2B tech decision-makers look to B2B news outlets for information first, but placements have value across the whole buying lifecycle Last week I covered a survey finding B2B technology decision-makers give B2B marketing-generated content a letter grade of “D.” Need an extra pair of hands?

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B2B Marketing Survey Newspapers 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Holidays like Black Friday, Cyber Monday and holiday shopping (for example) present both B2B and B2C PR teams with strong earned media opportunities. But we should also be thankful for technology that connects us to breaking news. This one may seem cliche, but our team really is some of the best talent in B2B PR.

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Agency B2B B2C Pitching 310

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The most effective blogs in B2B marketing tend to publish longer posts, more frequently, with visuals, paid distribution and analytical measurement Blogging doesn’t have the appeal that voice search, personalization or influencer marketing do in B2B marketing, but when it’s done right, it’s surely effective, according to a new study.

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B2B Study Blogging Survey 168

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 14, 2018

Long ago, the PR gods handed down a set of rules around media relations and competitive engagement for the business of public relations. Yet, in the digital age, technology, time and trends have a way of changing the game. After all, each client is distinct, and every B2B PR program is unique.

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B2B B2C Enterprise Pitching 147

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

1) Earned media is sales enablement. A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. I have seen firsthand in my own analysis – across many B2B tech press releases – that readership has fallen precipitously.

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Study Media Relations Media B2B 161

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 26, 2021

A year ago, our B2B Tech PR clients were finalizing their 2020 conference speaking strategies, looking forward to sponsoring or winning speaking gigs at tech stalwarts like Cannes Lion, DreamForce, and Hubspot INBOUND. The scramble to salvage vital pieces of the B2B marketing mix has produced a positive by-product. That was then.

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Conference B2B Meeting Fashion 299

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The digital acceleration brought on by the global pandemic has in many ways made the media landscape more accessible to PR teams. . Many B2B tech companies with digital offerings, for example, market products and services worldwide, and they don’t always want to bring on multiple PR firms. Assess local and regional relevance.

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International Internal How To Media 323

Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

IBM, one of the oldest tech giants in the world, is a prime example of how B2B tech companies can effectively use B2B technology marketing and content marketing to stay relevant in an ever-evolving industry.

Content Marketing 105

Content Marketing Brand Branding Marketing 105

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Crenshaw Communications, a New York-based public relations agency specializing in B2B technology PR, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive (AAE) to join our dynamic B2B technology team. Write and edit media materials, including media alerts, fact sheets, bios, and case studies.

B2B 203

B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 203

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. Trusted sources of B2B information. What sources of information do B2B buyers trust? Read more: “Skepticism” is the “New Normal;” Survey Finds B2B Tech Has Trust Issues. B2B prospects want published pricing. Start there at first.

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B2B Marketing Survey Software 146

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Once you master these steps, confidence and comfort will build, allowing you to see the real value of media relations. Author: Leslie Dagg Leslie is an account supervisor at Bianchi PR with 24 years of B2B PR experience representing clients across multiple industries. Be on the Same Page.

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Interviews Media Print Report 89

Sword and the Script

JULY 7, 2020

Managing customer relationships is a business process that’s virtually impossible to perform at scale without technology, even as the term CRM has become synonymous with the technology. Here’s the summary of news – the monthly PR Tech Sum – from the world of the PR technology vendors. >>> Give our services a try.

Technology 128

Technology Publicity Software Print 128

Prowly

JANUARY 23, 2025

Pitching to trade media requires surgical precision. In B2B PR, you want to impact the decision-makers: executives, managers, C-suite Theres no better feeling than proving to your stakeholders that your media placements shortened the sales cycle. Networking skills always go a long way in B2B.

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Pitching How To Media B2B 104

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. With complex subjects to distill and technical and product-based pitfalls to address, disruptive technology needs PR.

Technology 266

Technology Television Web Social Media 266

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 30, 2022

Your B2B PR strategy is working and the press is interested in knowing more about your expertise. Here are a few tips on preparing for a media interview so you can absolutely nail it. Remember your media training . If you haven’t already undergone formal media prep, ask your PR team to set up a session when possible.

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Interviews Media Media Training Meeting 322

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

A Guest Post by Maris Callahan, Director of Public Relations, Donuts Inc. There’s nothing like a grueling weekend spent unsuccessfully following up on pitches for coverage of a client’s innovative, disruptive, and ground-breaking new technology release to make you start daydreaming of starting your own firm.

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Travel Technology Conference LinkedIn 281

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 20, 2018

As the landscape stands today, I tend to be more bullish on augmented reality (AR) than virtual reality (VR) in B2B marketing. This week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML] reviews three case studies of AR in B2B organizations. This is also an important point because marketing technology is only useful if people actually use it.

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Case Study B2B Study Marketing 114

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

As outlined in my post on PR tips for effective bylines , bylined content is a powerful part of a B2B PR plan. We love this type of piece because we represent high-growth technology companies often led by entrepreneurs, and they all have stories to tell. Here are five of the most common. Personal/Lessons Learned.

Leadership 353

Leadership Insurance Insurance B2B 353

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Advanced vehicle technology captivated much of the attention at the recent CES 2024 (formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas as the event enjoyed a major resurgence with more than 135,000 attendees, more than 4,300 exhibitors and more than 2.5 You can see more automotive technology there than anywhere else in the world.”

Automotive 111

Automotive Technology Transportation Trade Shows 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Curated by PR News, The Skinny details the top stories in the communication industry, covering social media, crisis management, media relations, content marketing, technology, and digital PR. It is a great way to connect with new journalists for media coverage! PR News: The Skinny. PR Daily News Feed.

Retail 320

Retail Healthcare Crisis Management Social Media 320

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. 3 More Reasons Media Relations is Harder. Also, see these related posts.

Media Relations 84

Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 84

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. What we call a “data bureau” – the ongoing release of fresh and relevant information as part of a B2B PR program – can generate strong media interest in the absence of hard news. 5 reasons to embrace data-driven PR.

Storytelling 189

Storytelling Data Data-Driven PR Infographics 189

PRSay

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Greentarget, the strategic communications firm where I work as director of media relations, recently surveyed 100 journalism students and new professionals in the field. The news media will continue to grapple with social, economic and technological changes.

Journalism 188

Journalism Real Estate Survey Report 188

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2021

We see new reports and studies highlighting the money at risk when this frankly outdated technology disappears. This news has been known for a while, but like Michael Myers, the news and its consequences keep rearing their ugly heads. Everyone has been testing solutions, and it’s time to talk about them.

Privacy 434

Privacy Case Study Advertising Advertising 434

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Take my agency; we focus on tech PR, with a particular focus in B2B technology. Understanding and articulating strategy as it relates to tech and vertical trade media and currency in hot topics like artificial intelligence or blockchain — these qualifications are now equally critical for success.

B2B 159

B2B Apparel Product Launch Agency 159

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Whether it is handled by an internal team or an external agency, PR is a useful brand-building tool for startups, especially for B2B companies. B2B PR campaigns often involve vertical or trade press, which is easier to penetrate than mass media. But much of the art of media relations and PR involves making real connections.

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B2B Agency Energy Media Relations 232

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

B2B marketers that outperform peers are more likely to devote 40% or more of their marketing budget to long-term goals, according to a survey of 450 respondents. Source: Effective Thought Leadership in B2B ). B2B sales cycles are taking longer. Source: B2B Sales Cycles ). Source: US B2B Tradeshows ).

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Survey Marketing B2B Study 183

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

B2B brands can often rely on their own website analytics to gauge the power of earned media, while others use third-party vendors to conduct baseline customer research, or calculate share-of-voice movement within a category. We see this too often in technology PR. It’s better for everyone if objectives are precise.

How To 257

How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

Sword and the Script

APRIL 25, 2017

In person events like trade shows and conferences usually rank high on the list of priorities for B2B marketing organizations. For example, the most recent B2B lead generation report by Chief Marketer listed live events as the second top source of leads. See these related posts: Media Relations: Proven Ways to Get More Out of It.

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Trade Shows B2B Conference Marketing 99