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AI Apprehension Dips Among PR Pros

Fri, Jan. 3, 2025

By Steve Barnes

USCThe apprehension about AI felt by communications pros is rapidly becoming a thing of the past, according to a new study conducted by WE Communications in collaboration with USC Annenberg’s Center for Public Relations.

PR in 2025: Thriving Amidst Disruption and Change

Wed, Dec. 18, 2024

By Ronn Torossian

Ronn TorossianBlending creativity with cutting-edge technology, leveraging data for deeper insights, and prioritizing transparency and social responsibility will be key strategies PR pros should employ in order to thrive in 2025 and the years ahead.

PR Pros Betting on AI in 2025

Fri, Dec. 13, 2024

By Jon Gingerich

Prowly’s PR professionals are allocating their budgets next year to focus on AI-powered tools and strategic partnerships, according to a new Prowly survey.

Marketers Jump on AI Bandwagon

Wed, Dec. 11, 2024

By Steve Barnes

LightricksMarketing executives are getting on the AI bandwagon more quickly than their entry-level staff, according to a new study from the American Marketing Association and Lightricks, a company that develops AI-powered creative tools.

Workers Struggle With AI

Tue, Dec. 3, 2024

By Jon Gingerich

Wiley

Most employees say they currently lack confidence regarding how to adequately use AI at their jobs, according to a recent survey.

Realizing the Benefits of AI, One Pilot at a Time

Tue, Nov. 26, 2024

By Julie Exner

Julie ExnerIf you’re looking to take AI to the next level within your organization, a focused pilot program may be your next step. Here’s how Fahlgren Mortine brought together complementary expertise from across our agency to put AI to the test on program level – and what we learned in the process.

Revolutionizing Marketing With AI-Driven Solutions

Mon, Nov. 25, 2024

By Mike Houston

Mike HoustonRecent advancements in artificial intelligence have redefined how PR agencies engage audiences, at a time when businesses are looking for new ways to optimize their communication strategies.

Talking AI with 5W PR's Ronn Torossian

Thu, Nov. 21, 2024

By John O'Dwyer

Ronn TorossianThe public relations industry plays a vital role in fostering trust in AI and will be key to its responsible adoption, according to 5W PR Founder and Chairman Ronn Torossian.

AI Pro Hancock to Advise FTI’s PR unit

Mon, Nov. 4, 2024

By Kevin McCauley

Jeff HancockJeff Hancock, an AI expert and Stanford University professor of communications, has signed on as senior advisor to the digital & insights unit practice within FTI Consulting’s PR group.

AI Wildly Popular Among PR Pros

Thu, Oct. 31, 2024

By Jon Gingerich

USCCommunicators have gotten over their initial skepticism of artificial intelligence but many now also appear to be distancing themselves from AI’s initial hype, according to a new report.

Warren Buffett Was Right: 5 Minutes Can Wreak Havoc

Mon, Oct. 28, 2024

By Richard Torrenzano

Richard TorrenzanoAI’s experts are circling your business like sharks, and they smell blood! Capturing new AI strategies in stakeholder communications is the difference between ruling the market or becoming its next punchline.

How Communications Can Win Back Budget

Wed, Oct. 16, 2024

By Adam Christensen

Adam ChristensenAI can arm communicators with the data and insights they need to gain an edge in securing the budgets and executive support that have gone to marketing in recent years.