Stuart Bruce

JULY 15, 2014

He apparently fails to understand social media’s importance for corporate affairs, corporate reputation, investor relations, human resources, CSR and crisis communications to name but a few. He might have a point if you simply look at how social media can be used for consumer marketing or customer service.

Social Media 132

Social Media Public Affairs Media Crisis Communications 132

Wadds Inc.

MARCH 1, 2025

The Chief Communication Officer (CCO) position in large organisations is evolving faster than any other corporate function, making it one of the most dynamic roles besides the CEO. The remainder have broader responsibilities, including corporate affairs, public affairs, sustainability and investor relations.

Leadership 72

Leadership Public Affairs Corporate Study 72

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

One-third of executives surveyed said that corporate departments such as environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability should address the issue of environmental justice, followed by public affairs/government relations departments. Photo credit: Alex Stemmers ] .

Company 147

Company Chemicals Public Affairs Survey 147

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 25, 2018

There’s not a major corporation today that doesn’t have a small army of PR and reputation experts helping it navigate a tricky media and government relations landscape. Senate – not an unusual pedigree for a Public Affairs VP. But occasionally, the damage comes from a company’s own ranks.

Crisis 213

Crisis Government Public Affairs Crisis Management 213

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Chris Gent, APR, currently serves as head of strategic communications and public affairs for Georgia-Pacific in Palatka, Fla. He previously served as vice president of corporate communications for Kissimmee Utility Authority.

Ethics 190

Ethics Study Public Affairs Training 190

Stephen Waddington

MAY 4, 2021

As society emerges from the pandemic, the need to measure corporate performance against broader metrics is an issue rising up the corporate agenda. Research published by Vuelio highlights the growing awareness of ESG as a corporate issue but also the opportunity for further education.

Publicity 197

Publicity Government Corporate Financial 197

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 12, 2018

But his reputation was mixed; despite his innovative practice of transparency, Lee, like Herb Schmertz 60 years later, was hailed as an innovator but also criticized for working with the “robber baron” corporations of the time. But don’t imagine that he was simply a corporate shill for big oil. Some things never change.

Corporate 178

Corporate Mobile Energy Public Affairs 178

PRSay

JULY 29, 2022

Gallo, head of communications and public affairs, Latin America, at the Zurich Insurance Group. Communication that builds trust promotes “a healthy public space where ties are strengthened and a more fruitful sense of community is developed,” he said. A brand’s communications should remain “simple, short and concrete,” he said.

Communications 158

Communications Public Affairs Insurance Insurance 158

NewsWhip

JULY 14, 2020

Darika: MHP + Mischief brings together more than 200 strategic communications professionals with expertise spanning areas from consumer and corporate comms to financial PR, health communications, policy and crisis. We recently had a conversation with a public affairs client.

Data 176

Data Public Affairs Engineering Pharmaceuticals 176

PRSay

AUGUST 13, 2020

Some of us are fortunate to work for companies that tell employees to bring their whole selves to work, that invest in corporate social responsibility and that act as responsible members of their communities. Looking to the past. Margaret Ritsch, Ed.D., APR, Fellow PRSA, will be joining the faculty at the Edward R. Photo credit: halfpoint.

System 190

System Public Affairs Employee Nonprofit 190

PRSay

APRIL 8, 2019

PR practitioners have a responsibility to counsel their organizations with an ethics-based approach, and I believe Accreditation signals a practitioner’s commitment to sound public relations strategies and practice.”. Senior Manager, Corporate Communications at Marvin Windows and Doors. Emily Finley, APR. Paul, Minn. Tulsa, Okla.

Public Affairs 148

Public Affairs Healthcare Ethics Corporate 148

Stuart Bruce

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Think how much more compelling a story about yet another mobile app start-up becomes if it’s about overcoming the monster of an incumbent corporate cartel, or the rags to riches story of its founder, or her quest to be the best, which needed a voyage and return to achieve, with comedy and tragedy along the way, all after a traumatic rebirth.

Corporate 60

Corporate Storytelling Public Affairs Creativity 60

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Powell Tate partners with organizations across sectors — global corporations, advocacy groups, nonprofits and foundations, coalitions, national trade associations and government agencies. The Perspectives section of their site covers many types of communication content, some including advertising, branding, marketing and public affairs.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Radio 172

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

The responsibilities can sometimes vary depending upon whom they work for.For the government, the role is usually to let the public know about the different activities of a governmental office, department, or official. You often hear public relations specialists referred to as press secretary, public affairs officer, or information officer.

Publicity 114

Publicity Nonprofit Public Affairs Government 114

PRSay

MAY 16, 2018

While the PRSA MBA/Business Program is currently focused on partnering with business schools, the need for strategic communications also affects CEOs, chief information officers, chief financial officers, engineers, cyber chiefs, medical doctors and other corporate and nonprofit leaders.

Communications 119

Communications Public Affairs Crisis Communications Reputation 119

Cision

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

Kathy Jeavons, senior vice president of public affairs at Story Partners, a Washington, D.C. strategic public affairs firm, is no stranger to the constant change in PR. What do you hope to accomplish in your new role as senior vice president of public affairs at Story Partners?

Public Affairs 120

Public Affairs Trends Reputation Newspapers 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 6, 2016

The meeting was hosted by PROI partner agency Jackson Spalding , who tapped clients from three notable companies: Scott Williamson, VP Public Affairs & Communications of Coca-Cola North America; Betsy Talton, Director of Corporate Communications, Delta Air Lines, and Amanda Hannah, Manager, External Communications, Chick-fil-A.

Agency 120

Agency Public Affairs Energy Resources 120

Prowly

MARCH 12, 2025

B2B companies care about mentions in trade publications. NGOs and public affairs keep print opinion magazines in their tier 1 lists. Remember: print monitoring is not just for big corporate budgets. And you can help them get there. You just need a good PR strategy fueled by print monitoring insights.

Print 104

Print Strategy How To Newspapers 104

PRSay

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Nearly a decade ago, the PRSA Foundation sponsored research that found only 23 percent of graduate business schools consistently provide instruction in reputation management, corporate communications and related ethical dimensions. The program has since grown to 15 schools nationwide.

Communications 121

Communications Case Study Training Reputation 121

Cision

MAY 12, 2016

In this interview, Nick discusses why you should never assume you have all the answers, how bringing in an outside perspective can reveal new insights on a topic and how social media has transformed political and public affairs research. What are you most excited for in your new role as partner at Global Strategy Group?

Public Affairs 120

Public Affairs Groups Social Media Analytics 120

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 18, 2020

Alongside a question about PR’s view of media bias , we asked the following: Do communications professionals – including PR, public affairs and spokespeople – present accurate and truthful information? Corporate constraints. Ethical PR folks try to present the truth but sometimes are constrained by corporate edicts.”

Ethics 123

Ethics Communications Survey Corporate 123

Presspage

MAY 22, 2024

By prioritizing mental well-being, we can help PR and public affairs professionals manage their mental health effectively. A Personal Commitment The mental health crisis among PR and public affairs professionals is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention. So, what are we waiting for?

Public Affairs 78

Public Affairs Policies Employee Survey 78

Presspage

MAY 22, 2024

By prioritizing mental well-being, we can help PR and public affairs professionals manage their mental health effectively. A Personal Commitment The mental health crisis among PR and public affairs professionals is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention. So, what are we waiting for?

Public Affairs 78

Public Affairs Policies Employee Survey 78

5W PR

AUGUST 27, 2021

Public relations, at its core, is a communications industry that strives to maintain a positive public image for brands and corporations, to create brand awareness, to foster mutually beneficial relationships between clients and their audiences, and more. PR Specialists. PR Managers.

Publicity 88

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Management Employee 88

Cision

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

ET on Wednesday, September 21, Cision Vice President of Insights Megan O’Donnell will be joined by John Pluhowski, senior vice president and chief communications officer, corporate and public affairs at TD Bank, and Ricardo Adame, group executive, global communications at Newmont Mining, for this free AMEC Measurement Month event.

Communications 0

Communications Banking Measurement Public Affairs 0

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

Corporate communications manager In corporate settings, communications managers oversee internal and external communication initiatives. They handle employee communications, manage press releases, coordinate public announcements, and maintain the company’s public image.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Wadds Inc.

MAY 19, 2024

A new report makes the case for the elevated role of corporate communications in management. The corporate communications or public relations function was elevated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Page Society, is a professional association for senior public relations and corporate communications executives.

Report 64

Report Communications Public Affairs Ethics 64

Cision

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

I’m going to push the boundaries of what clients expect from a public relations agency. Everything we do, from multicultural engagement and community building to corporate communications, reputation management and crisis communications, is built on the foundation of our “Brand PR” approach.

Nonprofit 120

Nonprofit Public Affairs Reputation Newspapers 120

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 21, 2012

For you “newcomers” to Waxing UnLyrical, I’m a public relations professional now teaching the next generation(s) of PR pros. I was cutting my teeth as a Public Affairs Intern for the U.S. Some of the organizations he has counseled include the Blood Bank of Hawaii, Medical Area Service Corporation and Boston Harborfest.

Public Affairs 98

Public Affairs Nonprofit Banking Government 98

Wadds Inc.

JANUARY 12, 2023

A perfect time then for the latest book from public affairs and economics expert Stuart Thomson - Reputation in Business: Lessons for Leaders. A chapter on charities is a stand-out, looking at how their public image has been collectively hit by some high-profile scandals and persistent misrepresentation in some sections of the media.

Reputation 98

Reputation Public Affairs Case Study Internal 98

Stuart Bruce

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

If you’re a senior PR practitioner, corporate communications or public affairs head who is inspired by the report to improve your digital and social PR skills then get in touch. StateOfPR – Research report from Chartered Institute of Public Relations.

Social Media 60

Social Media Public Affairs Media SEO 60

Stephen Waddington

MARCH 24, 2020

Six intellectual public relations heavyweights have been a huge influence on my professional career and personal life over the past decade. Professor Anne Gregory is the Professor of Corporate Communications, Huddersfield University. Roger’s career spanned 40 years, working in journalism, strategic communications and public affairs.

Public Affairs 94

Public Affairs Travel Conference Journalism 94

Reputation Us

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Statistics from our 2019 survey on the Importance of Corporate Reputation quantify this. The CRO is a newly created position, but an increasingly influential addition to the corporate lexicon. Managing your reputation crosses over communications, public affairs and public relations. The CRO’s Role .

Reputation 79

Reputation Public Affairs Survey Financial 79

Communications Conversations

MAY 30, 2018

You could replace “agency life” with “corporate life” and insert a whole other sub-set of people, too. Kelly Groehler, Tim Westermeyer and Betsy Andersen all traded in their corporate and agency PR careers for work in another field. They all knew that I had no interest in returning to a corporate role.

Apparel 106

Apparel Public Affairs Corporate Training 106

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Actively managing an organisations credibility and public trust. Mitigating damage by reshaping public perception after negative events. Managing perceptions is especially critical in public affairs , corporate communications, crisis communications , and media relations. Crisis communications.

Ethics 52

Ethics Journalism Crisis Communications Public Affairs 52

PRSay

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

When I first learned about Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), the requirements involved seemed like a mountain of work that I did not have the energy to attempt. After a few years of working with military public affairs, I was selected to spend a year as a fellow with the Army public affairs Training with Industry program (TWI).

Public Affairs 60

Public Affairs Study Case Study Course 60

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

If you haven’t signed up for Ned’s Job of the Week Newsletter — please do — it’s free for both employers and job seekers and it’s filled with jobs across PR, public affairs, communications and marketing.

Survey 78

Survey Communications Public Affairs Ethics 78