Launched in 2008 as Virtual Piggy (VPIG), Oink realized that it needed to rebrand to increase its appeal to the hip, young Generations Y and Z that its products were created for, as well as their parents—the buyers of the digital wallet service. The revamp needed to differentiate the brand, whose products include an app and a debit card, from competitors in what is an increasingly congested market.
PR Agencies

To Hire or Not To Hire? Why PR Agency Support Is a Necessity, Not a Luxury
May 21st, 2015 by Grace LeongPR agency support is vital for forward-thinking businesses, providing an external solution for just about every communications need.

A Day in the Life of PR: Win a $500 AmEx Gift Card
May 21st, 2015 by Richard BrownellSend us a 90-second clip of a Day in the Life of your PR team and you may win a $500 AmEx gift card.

PR News Salary Survey: Writing Still Viewed as Most Important Skill for Advancement
May 19th, 2015 by Matthew SchwartzThose skills deemed the most important for advancement within an organization are the kind of skills that brought PR pros to the dance in the first place: writing and pitching the media.

Making Time for Face Time With PR Clients
May 18th, 2015 by Jennifer LeckstromWhile it’s possible to conduct business without ever meeting in-person with clients in certain cases, but we shouldn’t forget about the value of such interactions.
Small and Midsize Agencies Prospering
May 18th, 2015 by PRNEWSThe financial performance of small and midsize PR agencies remains strong. Operating profit rose an average 17.3 percent in 2014, compared with 15.9 percent in 2013, according to an exclusive study conducted by Gould + Partners.

3 Reasons Why Email Marketing And PR Agencies Should Work Together
May 14th, 2015 by Christopher LesterPR practitioners are looking for ways to meld modern marketing tactics into their plans. And many are discovering that email marketing is one of the best crossover tools.

5 Questions Nonprofits Should Ask PR Agencies Before Hiring Them
May 13th, 2015 by Matthew SchwartzBefore they pull the trigger on expenditures, nonprofits have to make sure they’re a worthy investment. Hiring a PR agency is no exception.
The Week in PR, May 4 – May 11
May 11th, 2015 by PRNEWSAirbnb sends a strong message and Walmart’s insult to injury.
Hard Work Begets Talent
May 11th, 2015 by PRNEWS“My parents taught me quitting is not an option. My mom is an educator and my dad was a forester. They were all about giving back to the community. Although I’ve had great jobs and some not-so-great jobs, I’ve never quit a job.”