Melissa Agnes

JUNE 28, 2015

Claudia is a humanitarian who works on the ground in some very hostile and conflicted crisis-affected communities. This, unfortunately runs true on many levels of crisis management, not just in humanitarian work. This episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast discusses: Swift trust-building techniques.

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5W PR

JANUARY 22, 2025

Social media amplifies both positive and negative messages, making swift, strategic crisis management more critical than ever. Building Your Crisis Response Foundation A strong crisis management strategy starts long before any issues arise. Start by acknowledging the issue and sharing what you know.

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5W PR

JANUARY 24, 2025

PR professionals now manage an intricate mix of content creation, community management, and crisis response across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Successful crisis management requires preparation, monitoring, and swift action.

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Wadds Inc.

JULY 8, 2024

A recent conversation between crisis communications experts Dr. W. Timothy Coombs is best known as a practitioner-turned-academic for developing Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT). SCCT categorises crisis events into three areas: victim, accidental and preventable.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 17, 2022

Social media is an increasingly important element in a successful crisis management approach. With the recent increase in the use of social media in crisis situations, organisations across all sectors need to understand the benefits of incorporating it into their crisis plan. What is Crisis Management?

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

16, she shared her international perspective to students in a session titled “Diverse Roots, Universal Impact: Humanizing Reputation and Crisis Communications.” ” Beforehand, Agrait talked with PRsay about crisis management. You should do trainings, mock [crisis situations] and exercises.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 13, 2014

It worries me when crisis communication professionals are still advising their clients to avoid social media in a crisis. Just because people may vent and lash out against your organization is not a reason to hide and refuse to communicate on the channels that demand communication these days.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 19, 2014

Within this episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, Bill Boyd and I discuss the current state of the Ebola crisis and how the CDC, hospitals and government are fairing in their crisis communication and overall management of this escalating epidemic.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Gordon Johndroe , vice president of global media relations and public affairs for the Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer, spoke to members of PRSA’s Corporate Communications Section in the Nov. 5 webinar “Crisis Management on an International Stage: Takeaways from Boeing’s Biggest Crisis and Time Spent in the West Wing.”.

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5W PR

JANUARY 18, 2025

A public relations crisis can strike any organization at any time, threatening to erode hard-earned trust, damage its brand reputation, and even jeopardize its very existence. However, a crisis doesn’t have to be a death knell. In a crisis, time is of the essence.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 22, 2014

By attending this conference you will learn: Proper and strategic ways to communicate on social media to ensure maximum views and a continually growing community. But you’ll also be interested in these listens (which are also available on iTunes and Stitcher ): Discussing The #Ferguson Crisis with Tim Burrows.

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PRSay

JUNE 30, 2021

Before witnesses had a moment to compose themselves, Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, the city’s first openly gay leader and a witness to the incident, was quoted telling the already assembled media there had been a “terrorist attack” on the LGBTQ+ community. A comprehensive crisis communications plan is a necessity.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Through strategic communication and targeted outreach programs , PR helps build trust and understanding between defense tech organizations and the communities they serve. Making Complex Defense Technologies Accessible to the Public PR professionals face unique challenges when communicating about defense technologies.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Crisis Management In times of crisis, PR is crucial in mitigating damage and restoring public trust. A well-prepared PR team can formulate effective crisis communication strategies, handle media inquiries, and provide timely updates. 

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Crisis management experts explain the life cycle of the COVID-19 crisis, your current mood, and what you can do about it. Earlier this week a manager described his team as going feral. Coombs developed Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT). He is the author of numerous books on crisis management.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

However, with a structured approach focused on transparency, communication, and meaningful change, businesses can recover and even emerge stronger. This guide outlines key steps to restoring trust and rebuilding a brands reputation through crisis management and PR.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 12, 2014

Two years ago this month, Rich Klein , Jonathan Bernstein and I started a weekly Google Hangout where we would discuss the latest and hottest crisis trends and crises in the news. We named it, The Crisis Show. I was honored when Rich invited me back on the show to celebrate The Crisis Show’s two year anniversary.

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Melissa Agnes

JANUARY 11, 2015

Within this episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, Dan and I dive into the specific strategies that the NWS uses to communicate with their community in times of emergency. The NWS’s strategy for dealing with doomsday photos that tend to go viral in natural disasters and put people in panic mode.

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Melissa Agnes

JANUARY 27, 2015

There is currently a huge divide between police officers / agencies and the communities they serve. His goal and his passion is in helping police agencies leverage social media to communicate effectively with their communities. TCIP #011 – Discussing The #Ferguson Crisis with Tim Burrows. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/melissaagnesinterviews/Episode_4_The_Police_Podcast_With_Melissa_Agnes.mp3.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Crisis management in the defense technology sector requires meticulous planning, precise execution, and constant readiness. When a crisis hits, organizations must respond swiftly and effectively to protect their reputation, maintain stakeholder trust, and minimize potential damage.

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5W PR

AUGUST 16, 2020

The acceleration of social media has added to the challenges of crisis communications, an impact that a Pentland Analytics study says has doubled the impact on shareholder value. For the pandemic, there may be several, including customers, employees, shareholders, vendors, the community, and unions. Priority One.

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Shift Communications

JULY 24, 2017

his brand and his community well before a crisis hits. While the situation is unfolding, these tools can be used to monitor its trajectory – which will help anticipate other potential concerns and allow the crisis team to develop the most comprehensive and effective approach.

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Cision

AUGUST 30, 2016

A few years ago, many of us would not have envisioned a world where Twitter, Facebook Live and large-scale community gatherings would have such an impact on the way crises develop. Yet, this is our world today and our “new normal” as communicators and crisis management teams. Join Cision and CommPRO at 1 p.m.

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Cision

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Fortunately, the GitLab team had already rolled out a crisis management plan. They took the initiative to inform their clients of the crisis before social media started flooding with negative tweets and comments. So, the GitLab staff decided to rope in the professional community for help.

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PRSay

MAY 15, 2024

For more articles on crisis management, please check out the May 2024 issue of Strategies & Tactics. The “Stealing Thunder Theory” of crisis communications has been a critical tool for PR counselors for decades. What does this mean for crisis communications? Reach Hinda at Hinda@InspirePRGroup.com.

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Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 24, 2018

But they should come clean, and ‘fess up to problems when they occur, according to the basic tenets of crisis management. The far better approach to crisis management is to rip off that Band-Aid – admit your mistake, explain, apologize, and rectify. It is here that good old PR and crisis management can help.

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5W PR

MARCH 10, 2025

Consider: Product demonstrations Expert panels Student showcases Virtual press conferences Crisis Management and Response STEM toy companies must prepare for potential issues like product safety concerns or educational effectiveness questions.

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 17, 2021

When a crisis hits the news, we are reminded of a valuable lesson: that companies and businesses often have to act fast in order to prevent further damage from taking place. Crisis communications is an important aspect to tackle as a business owner. This guide is written to assist in every aspect of crisis communication.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 15, 2018

Fort McMurray), to discuss his experience in being one of only two people responsible for communicating with the Fort McMurray community, to help 88,000 people evacuate safely. How Jordan and his team leveraged monitoring tools to help expand the reach of their crisis communications. Now available for preorder.

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This is where crisis management comes in. Crisis management is the reaction to an unexpected event that could have long lasting consequences on the organisation’s finances or reputation. Crisis management is not preventing a crisis, but rather managing an existing crisis.

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MaccaPR

JANUARY 13, 2025

Changes within the public relations landscape dont only affect us as PR professionals, but were also responsible for guiding our clients through the ever-evolving world of Marketing, PR and Communications. A small mistake can snowball into a full-blown crisis if not handled properly. AI (And the need for human authenticity!)

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Reputation Us

AUGUST 1, 2016

If we think of a colony as a community, working in many ways like a company, one bee’s sting works something like a fire alarm going off. The pheromone she releases sends a crisis signal back to the hive, relaying information quickly: Act! When a crisis occurs, the bees respond appropriately. Keep lines of communication open.

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Cision

JULY 31, 2015

Establish a crisis communication plan now rather than later. Crisis management involves pre-crisis, mid-crisis and post-crisis phases. Each one is important, but the post-crisis is the one of concern at the moment. Do something that benefits the community. They’re more memorable, too.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 7, 2022

Crisis management is something every company needs to implement as part of its business processes. Without a documented plan, how would you handle a crisis? If you think you could never be the victim of a crisis, think again. How do you define crisis management? A successful crisis plan is proactive.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 3, 2024

So, let’s look at how authentic, consistent brand storytelling can build a supportive community that will have your back when times get tough. This is the foundation of trust, and it’s what you’ll need to rely on when a crisis inevitably comes. To build that community, you need to set the expectation and meet it consistently.

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PRSay

MARCH 23, 2018

In corporate settings, outside crisis management experts can use their mental and physical distance from a crisis to see it clearly. Similarly, companies can anticipate many of the resources they’ll need if a crisis strikes. Such allies need to be organized, however, for crisis management messages to be consistent.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 1, 2024

PR transcends its traditional role in crisis management in today’s competitive landscape. PR can profoundly shape brand perception through crisis management—effective crisis communication to mitigate damage from negative events and restore trust.  Nonetheless, its strategic significance is immense.

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