NewsWhip

APRIL 6, 2023

Two days later the story was covered by Today and has since amassed over 64k engagements, making it March’s top brand story. There were six other articles about the pie, featuring on websites like Delish and some local outlets, but none saw nearly the amount of engagement as Today.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 24, 2014

When it comes to holidays and social, well, brands haven’t exactly traditionally wowed fans and customers. When I think of branded experiences and holiday promos, I think of this: So, when I heard Target was creating a virtual trick-or-treating experience on Instagram earlier this week, I was automatically skeptical.

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5W PR

JULY 21, 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of retail, variety stores have faced significant challenges due to the rise of e-commerce giants like Amazon. These traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, known for their wide product selection and affordable prices, have had to adapt to changing consumer preferences and shopping behaviors.

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The Hoyt Organization

JANUARY 25, 2024

With such rapid market growth comes increased competition, making it crucial for cannabis businesses to have an effective brand strategy. A brand strategy is a long-term plan that outlines specific goals and objectives for a brand and how they will be achieved. Here are some best practices to consider.

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Cision

JUNE 22, 2017

Consider ages, occupations, hobbies, interests, leisure pursuits, entertainment preferences, retail destinations and more. In the past, we relied solely on earned media pickup of public service announcements via local and national broadcasts. You may also develop audio versions for local and national radio.

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Beyond PR

JULY 7, 2016

Thanks to a trifecta of trends, local marketing strategies offer today’s entrepreneur more opportunities than ever. More consumers are mobile, more brands are re-focusing on relationship marketing and more location-based technology is making it easier to connect the two. Optimize your local search listings. Host a contest.

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NewsWhip

MARCH 24, 2021

With the dovetailing of these two occurrences, 2020 was on track to be the year that brands, climate, and investment came together. How the brand conversation changed on Facebook. Highly engaged Facebook posts on climate change from brands in 2019. Highly engaged Facebook posts on Covid donations from brands in 2020.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2017

Some PR agencies fall into a trap of chasing only only large, brand-name clients. This is in part because like attracts like; large brands can bring more of the same, they reason. A PR firm may also think that doing media relations for well known brands can be easier than work for unknowns, because journalists are eager to cover them.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 22, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, it is crucial for retailers to employ effective marketing strategies to drive in-store sales. Retail marketing involves a combination of traditional and digital tactics aimed at attracting customers, building brand loyalty, and increasing revenue.

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Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

adults, consumers are doing their part to support small businesses, with 53 percent buying from local restaurants and 33 percent shopping at local retailers—specifically to support […]. The post COVID consumer study reveals interest in brand discovery, small business appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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NewsWhip

DECEMBER 7, 2023

That’s what happened to Target last month as the holiday shopping season had the retailer making headlines for its good and not so good actions. Target was one of the first retailers to close its doors on Thanksgiving during the pandemic to give its workers more time with their families, and has continued to do so every year since.

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MaccaPR

JULY 24, 2019

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaigns are on the rise as brands explore how they can stand out in a crowded, noisy marketplace, position themselves apart from their competition and make a statement with consumers. The most successful CSR initiatives are authentic, engaging and further the brand’s mission. Which do you choose?

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NewsWhip

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Regular readers will know that we frequently cover the top content mentioning Fortune 100 brands, but this month and going forward we’re going to expand the scope of this analysis a little. But in September it was Shaq’s relationship with big retailers that brought the headlines, both in earned and social media.

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NewsWhip

JANUARY 19, 2024

That was Elon Musk’s somewhat predictable response to the announcement that Walmart was the latest brand to suspend advertising on X, following other major companies who left the platform back in November when the issue first began. Here are some other brands that captured attention in the news and on social media.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

According to INC , being digital friendly is the new norm in any kind of business; inclusive of local search, to test strategies and the overall brand message traction. Most businesses rely not only on their brand equity, but market reputation and repeat clients.

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Cision

MARCH 30, 2015

The check-in may be dead on Foursquare, but the app is alive and well – and increasing Twitter’s “social media on steroids” effect for brands. Foursquare has already experienced tremendous use after its introduction in 2009, and since then, the app has evolved–now focusing on local search capabilities, ratings and tips.

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Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

But if you don’t understand how your brand fits into its specific market, you won’t be able to stand out. Kim Spear, director at Newgate Communications, has helped her clients build brands in China and also worked with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. How has PR changed over the years?

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5W PR

JUNE 26, 2023

However, the main question that most brands tend to face is when they should start their holiday marketing efforts. There are a few things that brands should consider when thinking about the ideal timing and strategies to begin holiday marketing that will lead to success. Other brands can also benefit, not just retailers.

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Rock the Status Quo

JULY 14, 2015

Most restaurants and retail businesses make an effort – smart ones realizing just how much new business they fuel – but monitoring is slim-to-nonexistent for many other types of businesses and there’s no effort made to grow the volume of reviews. Read more ). How to Grow Your Online Reviews & Maximize their Benefits.

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PRSay

APRIL 15, 2019

She oversees communications strategy, planning and execution, and guides critical partnerships that elevate the Verizon brand in local communities. Throughout her career, she has managed several high-profile brands in the technology, retail, hospitality and nonprofit sectors.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Furthermore, the country’s diverse regions sometimes necessitate a hyper-local communications approach, sensitive to each region’s languages and ethnic requirements. This transformative phase calls for a blend of localized insights and global thinking, reshaping brand perception within India and across borders.

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PRSay

MARCH 7, 2024

The Barbie brand is a paradoxical symbol of imagination, comfort, sexism, objectification, feminism and conflicted cultural influence that has entranced and challenged children and adults alike for generations. Fashion and retail media included stories about brand partnerships such as Ruggable, Zara and Crocs.

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5W PR

JANUARY 8, 2019

Influencers became brand owners , cosmetic giants took notes from indie brands’ playbooks and acquisitions skyrocketed. There is no one equation for success in this industry, but there are common strategic threads that, when woven together with a unique brand message, point towards success for the New Year. The result?

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Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

And, it’s been used (to death) in signage by retailers, restaurants and media. Three reasons: 1 — Brands aren’t conversing. According to a recent Spredfast report , a whopping 89 percent of brand mentions on Twitter go unanswered. Doesn’t sound like brands want to join any conversations, does it?

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PRSay

AUGUST 15, 2019

They’re health care professionals, retail associates, baristas, truck drivers and construction workers — their workplace is in motion, their home bases are break rooms, bulletin boards and the manager’s office. Encourage local leaders to participate, expand reach by including more voices and watch as grassroots momentum builds.

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MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

USA Today and TV stations ravaged the CrossFit brand (a typical headline in a UK newspaper: “Booty Shame: CrossFit trainer blasted for sharing snaps of female clients bent over in the gym”). What about a local gym owner posting photos of members stretching upside down in their black spandex? Facebook page ) and.

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 21, 2018

We have a team member assigned to each of our retail territories so our stores have a specific point of contact and we can build relationships with local reporters. You were previously a mentor with The Brand Lab, an organization devoted to cultivating more diversity in the creative fields. from Chicago to Washington D.C.,

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 18, 2019

In 2017, my organization, Goodwill Industries International, then a 115-year-old social enterprise; one of the oldest 501 (c)(3) nonprofit brands; the leading workforce provider in North America; and the #1 brand doing the most good by enso and featured in Fast Company Magazine – faced a pretty significant challenge.

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Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Established brands are often challenged by their deep roots and longevity in the marketplace when it comes to claiming true healthcare innovation. On the other, venerable brands may perceived with a limited ability to change. Challenging Established Perceptions. Driving Healthcare Innovation.

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 1, 2016

When it comes to Facebook pages, taking just a few minutes to set up “ preferred audiences ” is one of those things that can truly raise the bar on results for local businesses. With Preferred Audience, I can help Facebook show this brand page to those people. For a local business, the locations choices are critical.

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 1, 2016

When it comes to Facebook pages, taking just a few minutes to set up “ preferred audiences ” is one of those things that can truly raise the bar on results for local businesses. With Preferred Audience, I can help Facebook show this brand page to those people. For a local business, the locations choices are critical.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The tourism sector significantly boosts the economy, with millions of international visitors supporting hospitality, retail, and entertainment sectors. Local economy is not as bad as it may look based on just the indicators. Economy in Japan looks blunt these days, but it is due to currency fluctuations.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Their placement on this outlet is in keeping with WUL’s tradition of sharing causes for good and businesses doing good through community engagement, locally and around the world. Pete: RedShift Writers, a local business messaging firm, led the charge. Disclaimer: Fresh and Fluffy is a client of RedShift Writers.

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5W PR

APRIL 13, 2022

When companies in the SaaS industry use a sound PR strategy , they benefit from brand awareness, media coverage, and attracting the right consumers. Plenty of companies in the SaaS industry haven’t realized that they don’t always have to create brand new or original content to grab the attention of the media.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 25, 2023

Prohibition is thrilled to announce it has been appointed by The UK’s largest independent online cake retailer Sponge.co.uk We will provide retained PR support, targeting B2C and B2B opportunities for the retailer. Sponge.co.uk , based in Holt, Norfolk, hand-makes its cakes and brownies using quality, local ingredients.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 21, 2020

That includes broadband, cloud services, DIY, gardening, groceries, and online retail. Watch for innovation and move fast to help brands capitalise. Longer term brands need to realign with their markets and the communities that they serve. Any brand that went into the crisis focused on profit must examine its priorities.

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The Stalwart Blog

MARCH 22, 2017

That’s true as much for the local coffee shop as it is for online retailers like Zappos. Your brand has a lot do to with that and, by extension, you. One cardinal rule in marketing is that people buy from folks that they know, like and trust.

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