The ugly story of Aaron Hernandez raises again the issue of perception challenges in big-time sports, both on the professional and collegiate levels, and it’s worth some time thinking about how we got here. We’re… Continued
Crisis Management
How to Improve Crisis Management in Universities
July 9th, 2013 by Lawrence H. LokmanThe experiences of Penn State and Rutgers show how cultures with lax oversight, athletic-department hubris and the failures of effective university leadership can sink well-cultivated reputations for learning and integrity.
3 Lessons Eliot Spitzer Can Learn From Anthony Weiner
July 8th, 2013 by Caysey WeltonIt’s been five years since Eliot Spitzer resigned as Governor of New York amid a prostitution scandal. However, after a short-lived stint as a pundit for several networks, Spitzer has announced that he is ready to give politics another go and is bidding for a spot as New York City’s comptroller.
As Details of Asiana Airlines Crash Emerge, the Company Faces a Crisis With Transparency
July 8th, 2013 by Lucia DavisIn the immediate aftermath of the tragic plane crash on July 6, Asiana Airlines has been forthcoming with its findings, regardless of how the facts will reflect on the company.
Paula Deen, J.Lo, Next Crisis: What is PR’s Role in a Hot Mess?
July 1st, 2013 by Diane SchwartzThere are countless communications takeaways from the recent celebrity gaffes. Whether it’s Paula Deen dealing with allegations of being a racist and then dropped like a buttered sweet potato by every brand partner, or Jennifer… Continued
Will PR Take the Fall for JLo’s Serenade in Turkmenistan?
July 1st, 2013 by Lucia DavisOn Saturday, Jennifer Lopez sang Happy Birthday to Turkmenistan’s president, Gurbanguly M. Berdimuhamedov. Today, there’s PR hell to pay.
A Teachable Twitter Moment, Courtesy of the Baldwins and Their Tormentors
June 28th, 2013 by Steve GoldsteinDid she or didn’t she? That is, did Alec Baldwin’s wife tweet about “amazing recipes,” wedding anniversary presents and her appearance on the “Rachael Ray Show” at James Gandolfini’s funeral service?
When Will The NFL Decide That Enough Is Enough?
June 27th, 2013 by Caysey WeltonNew England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was arrested yesterday for murder and five other counts of gun-related crimes. In addition to Hernandez, Cleveland Browns’ Ausar Walcott was also arrested yesterday for attempted murder.
Video Pick: Paula Deen’s Today Show Non-Apology
June 27th, 2013 by Lucia DavisIt’s been a little more than a week since we learned about Paula Deen’s damning deposition, in which the food queen uttered the ‘N’ word. But in that time Deen’s “sweet grandmother” image has suffered irreparable damage
Swing and a Miss; A-Rod’s Tweet Angers the Yankees
June 26th, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzCall it another strike in Alex Rodriguez’ clumsy efforts to cleanse his reputation. It’s also a cautionary tale about the proper use of Twitter when you’re a salaried employee.