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Stories by Nicole Schuman


Ellie Kemper’s Crisis Response: Too Little, Too Late or Just Right?
June 8th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanWhile the response time may have caused some to question the integrity of the response, Gene Grabowski, partner, kglobal, said Kemper did an adequate job to cover that with her explanation.

Is an APR Worth the Time and Effort Needed to Attain It?
June 4th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanWhat is the significance of the APR, those letters you see behind the name of some PR pros? Is the time and energy needed to attain the APR accreditation worth it in terms of better jobs and salary? Does it attract business? Do seasoned communicators need it? We asked PR pros with the APR and those without it for their views.

Osaka Fallout: Are Press Conferences Still the Answer?
June 1st, 2021 by Nicole SchumanWhile the debate rages on as to whether or not she should be reprimanded or applauded for her actions (and with many public figures and companies showing support including Serena Williams, Nike and Billie Jean King), it raises some important questions regarding press conferences and the need for the now-historic practice.

The Pandemic Bolstered Local News; Here’s How to Adjust Your Media Outreach Accordingly
June 1st, 2021 by Nicole SchumanFor some business executives, media relations is simple: ‘Get me in the NY Times/Wall St Journal/Washington Post.’ However, if the past year of media consumption during COVID-19 has shown anything, it’s the importance of local media.

The AP Sees Internal Communication Struggle After Firing Reporter
May 25th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanA lack of transparency regarding the firing led 100 AP staffers to release an open letter regarding disapproval for the handling of the situation and an unclear social media policy.

Tools Help Track Disinformation from Its Sources as They Try to ‘Slow the Spread’
May 18th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPR agencies are working on tools and processes to curb the spread of disinformation. PR trade groups and agencies recognize disinformation as an issue that clouds their clients’ messaging. Recently Ruder Finn and Edelman joined the ranks of those offering tools to combat disinformation and identify sources of some of the noise.

Pro-Vaccine Sentiment Grew 8% on Twitter in March, April
May 17th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanA study found a strong trend in favor of the COVID-19 vaccine on Twitter in March and April. In addition, it found the main misconception spreading about the vaccine is that it alters recipients’ DNA.

[VIDEO] Suzanne Fanning, CMO of Wisconsin Cheese on Creative Media Outreach
May 12th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS Live welcomed Suzanne Fanning, CMO of Wisconsin Cheese. Fanning discussed creative strategies to connect with the media.

Broadway Announces Return With United Front
May 11th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanThe Great White Way will shine again. And an eager, informed audience will help in its return. Today on Good Morning America cast members from shows Hamilton, Wicked and The Lion King announced a Sept. 14 restart of performances. The good news comes after theaters darkened for the past year due to COVID-19.