The Bliss Group

A strong brand is more than just a tagline or logo—it has a story. And sometimes, that story includes a bit of rock 'n' roll. ?? Bliss SVP, professional services co-lead AND lead singer, Ken Kerrigan, APR, brought his expertise to The Washington Post, discussing how The Hard Rock Cafe has built a brand that stands the test of time. At The Bliss Group, we know that impactful brands are built at the intersection of strategy and storytelling. From messaging to design, we help companies craft identities that are authentic, memorable, and built to last. Check out Ken's story below! #CorporateBranding #Storytelling #BrandStrategy

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Last week, we proudly shared that Bliss CEO Cortney Stapleton was named to PRWeek’s Women of Distinction 2025 list. The publication celebrated her inclusion with a feature story on how Cortney is shaping the future of PR through mentorship and a focus on impact.? ? As a bold strategist and champion of innovation, Cortney has spent her career challenging the status quo to push our profession forward. This piece offers an inside look at how she continues to do so.?? ? Check out the full story via the link in comments.?? ? #PRWeekWomenofDistinction #Leadership #PRWeek??

We’re thrilled to welcome Sophie Scher as an Account Supervisor on our digital media team!? ? Sophie’s expertise in paid media, audience targeting, and performance optimization will help us continue delivering high-impact, data-driven campaigns for our clients.? ? Welcome to the team! ??? ? #NewHire #DigitalMedia #PaidMedia??

We’re thrilled to share that Bliss CEO Cortney Stapleton has been named to PRWeek’s Women of Distinction 2025 list! ??? ? This list recognizes the PR industry’s top women leaders who are shaping the future of the industry through leadership, innovation, and a commitment to driving meaningful change. Cortney’s impact extends far beyond our firm. She has dedicated her career to advancing the PR profession, fostering meaningful connections, and mentoring the next generation of communicators.? ? Congratulations, Cortney, on this well-deserved recognition! #PRLeadership #PRWeek #WomenofDistinction #PRWeekWomenofDistinction

The senior care industry is at a crossroads. With nearly ?????? ?????????????? nurses expected to leave the profession by 2027, providers face a growing challenge: how to attract and retain top nursing talent in an increasing competitive landscape.?? ? To build high-performing nursing teams, senior care organizations must first understand what drives today’s nurses – their values, motivations, and expectations.? ? We’re excited to share our latest e-book: “The State of Senior Care Nurse Recruitment.” Developed by experts within Bliss’s healthcare practice group, this strategic guide was designed to provide insights and actionable strategies to help transform your talent acquisition approach.?? ? Download the full report today and take the next step in refining your nurse recruitment strategy.?? ? #NurseRecruitment #Nursing #SeniorCare #StaffingChallenges?

We're thrilled to welcome two new Blissians, Audrey Somers and Lindsey Pritchard, this week! Audrey joins our professional services practice group as a Senior Account Executive, and Lindsey steps in as an Associate Account Executive, contributing to both our professional services and financial services practice groups. Both Audrey and Lindsey bring fresh perspectives, talent, and a passion for delivering impactful work. We can’t wait to see how they’ll elevate our client partnerships and contribute to our account teams.? ? Welcome to Bliss, Audrey and Lindsey! ??? ? #NewHire #EmployeeEngagement #AgencyLife ?

Award season has officially begun, and Bliss had a front-row seat this week! ??? ? We kicked things off in a big way at the PRWeek Awards, where Bliss was named ?????????????????????? ?????????????????? ????????????! But we didn’t stop there.? ? Cortney Stapleton, Keri Toomey, and Sally Slater were honored at the 2025 Ragan Communications and PR Daily Top Women in Communications luncheon, recognized for their leadership and impact in the industry:? ? ?? Cortney Stapleton – Agency Leaders? ?? Keri Toomey – Mentors & Coaches? ?? Sally Slater – Data Dynamos? ? These moments are about more than accolades – they're about celebrating the creative thinking, dedication, and impact that drives our industry forward. Congratulations to the other winners and finalists!? ? #CommunicationsExcellence #PRAwards #WomenLeaders

ICYMI: Last month, The Bliss Group hosted a panel of healthcare leaders to discuss how the U.S. healthcare system must adapt to a growing aging population. Experts from Vis-à-Vis Health, Isaac Health, and VNS Health highlights the need to shift from reactive disease treatment to proactive heath maintenance.?? ? This week’s Bliss Blog recaps this informative discussion—check it out through the link in the comments!? ? #Healthcare #SeniorCare #AgingPupulation #Telehealth?

In honor of #NationalWorkingMomsDay, we're taking a moment to recognize and appreciate the incredible moms at Bliss and beyond. Balancing professional excellence with the demands of family life is no small feat. The dedication, resilience, and strength that each of you bring to both your careers and your loved ones in incredible.? ? As a women-led organization, we recognize our opportunity – and responsibility – to foster a culture where working parents can thrive.? ? To all our working moms: Thank you for your hard work, your leadership, and the care you put into everything you do. Today and every day, we celebrate you!? ? #WorkingMoms #WorkingParent #EmployeeAppreciation