PRmoment's latest newsletter
We're back with another fantastic round-up of all-things PRmoment!
From podcasts, to regular fave columns, to though pieces, this newsletter has it all!
So, without further ado...
Podcast: October’s review of PR pitches, mergers and acquisitions in the UK, with Andrew Bloch
Here Ben Smith and Andrew Bloch discuss the biggest pitch wins and mergers & acquisitions that the PR sector has seen in September.
It's been a busy month, so strap in and hear about some great wins for Brands2Life , Tin Man , The Romans , Here Be Dragons , Red Consultancy , Kindred PR , The PHA Group , Soho Communications and more.
Are PR wages becoming a problem?
The issue of wages in the PR space, while quieter than it has been in recent years, is still prevalent for leaders who are constantly balancing paying a competitive wage against rising overheads and for employees who, in some cases, may be struggling to justify turning the heating on this winter. But what is the state of pay so far?
Elizabeth Howlett spoke to PR professionals about current wages in PR.
Good and Bad PR: Ikea and FortyWinks go to the mattresses, Dale Vince’s odd PR sleeps with the fishes and sperm donors are made an offer they can’t refuse
Andy Barr is back again! After the big brand bashing last week, the world of comms and PR has appeared to have calmed down. Maybe it is just the pre-Christmas lull? With the obvious exception of the impending WW3, it does seem to have been a lighter news agenda.
Outstanding Masterclass Lineup for PRmoment Leaders In-house Programme starting in October
Last week, our PRmoment Leaders In-House programme began!
We kicked off with Charlotte West 's masterclass on future-proofing the skills of in-house teams, which was excellent!
Over the coming weeks, we've got a whole host of guests joining us to offer real insight into how you can grow as an in-house PR professional.
Upcoming themes include the role of PR and comms in business strategy, understanding the contribution of PR to your business and how to get the best out of your agency.
What can strategic communications do for the third sector?
Catherine Frankpitt , founder and MD at Strike Communications Ltd shares her thoughts on how strategic comms can help charities punch above their weight and level the playing field in today’s challenging and complex environment.
Strike has undertaken research into the UK charity sector to understand the role that strategic communications is taking in helping charities and purpose-led organisations navigate the challenges and cut through the noise.
PR Stunt Watch: Heinz’s upside down cans, Ecover’s Rewear Chair and VW makes condiments
Lee Sanders , associate director at Frank was in the Stunt Watch hot seat this week choosing his favourite campaigns from the last seven days.
From tips on getting out every bean, to 100 weddings in a day, to Volkswagen ketchup (yes, really!) Lee's update has it all!
Upcoming webinar: The intersection of PR & SEO
Digital PR (and its implications on SEO) has become an important element of public relations. At this webinar you'll leant more about the latest Google updates that impact the importance of content and links on search rankings. You'll also hear a bunch of latest case studies, showcasing best practice.
Date: 27th November
Time: 4pm
Speakers: Samantha Walker , Sophie Moore , James Hayward-Browne and Alex Fiske