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Shaping Media and Advertising in 2025: Key Shifts on the Horizon 

5W PR

Sustainability in Media and Advertising Sustainability has become a central focus for many industries, and media is no exception. Brands are increasingly adopting environmentally responsible practices, such as optimizing data-center energy use and incorporating sustainable strategies into their advertising practices.

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WaddsCon call for speakers: innovation and excellence in media relations

Stephen Waddington

We’re looking for original speakers for a series of practical events focused on innovation and excellence in media relations. COVID-19 has impacted how public relations practitioners work with journalists. February – media relations innovation and excellence We’re seeking examples of media relations innovation and excellence.

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Venture Capital Trends to Watch in 2025: Strategic Insights for a Transformative Year Ahead 

5W PR

With experience in handling everything from market changes to high-stakes M&A and sensitive media inquiries, an experienced agency should be well-equipped to protect a client’s reputation. Looking towards the new year, it’s time to capitalize on recent growth to drive a strong start.

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5 Reasons Not To Cut PR In A Recession

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

On the bright side, a Muck Rack study shows PR expenditures may rise in some sectors, including travel and energy. And public relations in particular simply doesn’t lend itself to sudden starts and stops. Media relations results can lag activity by three months or more. “PR cannot fix an economic slump.

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PR Tips On “Closing The Deal”

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Intangible factors like personal chemistry, charisma, and energy are top factors. Business presentations are both exciting and stressful — whether you’re in PR , sales, marketing or a tech startup looking for funding. . But especially in the COVID era, the packaging of the presentation itself is also critical.

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Eight Best PR Practices For Startups

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Whatever your point of view on outside agencies, handling PR and media relations for an early-stage business is a blend of art and science. Sometimes you get lucky and you land a story with a reporter you haven’t worked with before because it’s timely, relevant, or perfect for that particular media outlet.

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5 “Founding Fathers” Of PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Lee was a leader in media relations. Ivy Ledbetter Lee (1877-1934) is credited with refining the art of media relations, but his most celebrated engagement was a train wreck – literally. But as VP of public affairs, he fashioned a unique response to mounting criticism of Mobil during the energy crisis.

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