Pope Francis was known for many things including his humility, compassion and willingness to confront difficult issues. Perhaps one of his most enduring legacies is how effectively he communicated.
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PR Roundup: Consumer Tariff Talk, the New SEO and Fyre Festival for Sale
April 24th, 2025 by Nicole SchumanThis week’s PR Roundup looks at the growing tariff conversation on social media, rethinking SEO in regards to AI search, and would you buy the Fyre Festival brand?

A New Take On Thought Leadership: The Power of Community Engagement
April 23rd, 2025 by John McCartneyHere’s how brands can rethink their approach to thought leadership in a way that truly builds connections and community.

Top Tips: Sustainability Communications
April 22nd, 2025 by Nicole SchumanIn this round of Top Tips, we asked the experts for best practices regarding sustainability communications—what’s working, what’s not and how brands can avoid greenwashing while staying true to their values.

PR Roundup: Blue Origin Promo Criticism, Omnicom Falls Short, Sponsoring a Team That ‘Sucks’
April 17th, 2025 by Nicole SchumanThis week’s PR Roundup features a look at the conversation surrounding the Blue Origin celebrity flight—positive AND negative, what Omnicom coming up short on first quarter revenue means for the PR industry, and a new lollipop brand’s campaign to encourage people to “suck at something.”

Strong Messages for Shaky Markets: Communicating Through Tariff Turmoil
April 15th, 2025 by Lori RuggieroTariffs have always been a fact of business life, but the recent volatility presented by new trade policies has transformed them from a line item on a spreadsheet into a full-blown communications challenge.

PR Roundup: Social Advocacy Advice, Small Business PR and Recycling Brainstorm Ideas
April 10th, 2025 by Nicole SchumanThis week’s PR Roundup looks at social advocacy lessons from the Institute for Public Relations Bridge Conference, the results of a new small business public relations study, and a new tool to recycle and elevate forgotten brainstorm ideas.

Cybersecurity PR: How to Lead in a Crowded Tech Market
April 8th, 2025 by Evgenia ZaslavskayaIn 2024, global cybersecurity spending was projected to reach $184 billion, a 13% increase from the previous year. Plus, more and more entrepreneurs are entering this market, making it increasingly competitive. This presents a challenge for everyone, especially newcomers: How can they stand out in such a crowded industry and attract clients? Here are ways in which strategic public relations can solve the puzzle.

PR Roundup: Ford’s Ad Campaign Offering ‘Employee Pricing’, Brands’ DEI and Sustainability Comms Ranked Globally
April 4th, 2025 by Kaylee HultgrenThis week’s PR Roundup looks at Ford Motor Company’s marketing campaign introducing “employee pricing” discounts amid auto tariffs and a report that ranks the DEI and sustainability communications put forth by the world’s most influential brands.

Branding a Viral Moment: The Complexities of Trademarks for Famous Phrases
April 1st, 2025 by Taylor OsherViral social moments can make phrases powerful cultural assets, leading individuals and businesses to try to protect them as trademarks and cement their reputation in culture. Registering a phrase as a trademark however can be challenging.