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PR's Top Pros Talk: Tony Welz

Thu, May 25, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Tony Welz, Principal, W2 Communications
W2 Communications principal Tony Welz gives Doug Simon pointers about establishing a firm as a boutique agency on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

Dream Big, But Be Realistic

Thu, May 18, 2023

By Ken Jacobs

Olita Mills"Be impractical about what you can achieve and practical about how you get there," says Olita Mills, president of PR agency LaFORCE. Growing up, Mills learned from her father to dream big, but be realistic about the path. She credits this mantra for her career success.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Danny Franklin

Wed, May 17, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Danny Franklin, Partner, Bully Pulpit Interactive
Bully Pulpit Interactive partner Danny Franklin shares what his experience in political communications and research has taught him about successfully getting messages across to consumers on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview with Doug Simon.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Eleanor Hawkins

Tue, May 16, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Eleanor Hawkins, Comms. Strategist & Writer, Axios
Axios communications strategist and writer Eleanor Hawkins talks with Doug Simon about how communications leaders can become a more effective presence in the executive suite on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Katie Riley

Wed, May 10, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Katie Riley, VP of Comms., The Alliance for Aging Research
Katie Riley, VP of communications at The Alliance for Aging Research, talks with Doug Simon about the challenges that consumer advocates face in getting their messages across on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Christa Conte

Wed, May 3, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Christa Conte, EVP & Head of Client Services, Hotwire Global
Hotwire Global EVP and head of client services Christa Conte talks with Doug Simon on the role that PR pros are taking in the rapidly developing metaverse on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

Better Business Through Comedy

Tue, May 2, 2023

By John O'Dwyer

Steve CodyNothing prepares you better to handle a client presentation than hearing nothing but crickets during your improv set at a comedy club, explained Peppercomm CEO Steve Cody at O'Dwyer's / Researchscape webinar April 27.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Gini Dietrich

Thu, Apr. 27, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich & Founder of Spin Sucks
Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich and founder of Spin Sucks, chats with Doug Simon about how the metaverse will impact the future of PR in the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interiew.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Kasey Christolos

Fri, Apr. 21, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Kasey Christolos, Sr. Media Lead, Next PR
Kasey Christolos, senior media lead at Next PR, tells Doug Simon that the PR industry has good reason for optimism, and that keeping on top of "fear, uncertainty and doubt" are an essential strategy for keeping things on an upward path.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Lori Russo

Fri, Apr. 14, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Lori Russo, Pres., Stanton Communications
Stanton Communications president Lori Russo talks about the advantages that independent agencies have, and how to handle global partnerships, in the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview with Doug Simon.

Live Your Values as a Leader

Fri, Apr. 14, 2023

By Ken Jacobs

Greg MondsheinGreg Mondshein, co-founder and managing partner at communications agency SourceCode, insists it's less about what leaders say, and all about what they do, especially when it comes to values.

How Smart Nonprofits are Using Instagram in 2023

Thu, Apr. 13, 2023

By Chris Rosica

Chris RosicaSocial media provides an important opportunity for nonprofits to promote and protect their brands and reputations – and stand apart from the (ever-increasing) competition.

Winning Back Media Trust, One AR-15 at a Time

Wed, Apr. 12, 2023

By Fraser Seitel

Fraser SeitalThe national news media can win back public trust by making a concerted effort to apply pressure on Republican Senators who refuse to tackle the issue of banning assault weapons.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Sara Whitman

Fri, Apr. 7, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Sara Whitman, Chief People Officer, Hot Paper Lantern
Hot Paper Lantern chief people officer Sara Whitman talks with Doug Simon about the role a company's "employer brand" plays in making a positive connection with their employees on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Linda Descano

Tue, Mar. 28, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Linda Descano, Exec. VP, Red Havas
Red Havas executive vice president Linda Descano discusses why undertanding the business of business is essential for communications pros in the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview with Doug Simon.

PR Must Flip the Script

Mon, Mar. 20, 2023

By John O'Dwyer

Adam RitchiePR pros should be the ones coming up with new products and services instead of being called in after the fact to create a campaign for something that has no PR legs, explained Adam Ritchie during O'Dwyer's / Researchscape webinar Mar. 14.

PR's Top Pros Talk: Karen Clyne

Fri, Mar. 17, 2023

By Steve Barnes

O'Dwyer's/DS Simon Video Interview Series: Karen Clyne, Exec. VP & Technology Sector Lead at BCS
Karen Clyne, executive vice president & technology sector lead at BCW, tells Doug Simon why it's important for tech companies to invest in PR on the latest "PR's Top Pros Talk" video interview.

PR Pros Must 'Just Say the Hard Thing'

Mon, Mar. 6, 2023

By Ken Jacobs

Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Should KnowPR agency owner Melissa Vela-Williamson insists in her new book, Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Should Know, that PR pros offer ethical, straight forward counsel to avoid mistakes and confusion with clients.

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