Non-alcoholic wines are no longer a niche option reserved for health-conscious consumers — they’ve become a major lifestyle trend. Across magazines, blogs, and digital platforms, lifestyle media is increasingly spotlighting alcohol-free alternatives as a reflection of...
The HARO playbook: Proven strategies to stand out, secure more coverage and gain journalists’ trust
The Noise Problem In 2025, journalist inboxes are drowning. A single HARO or source-request query often attracts hundreds of responses, according to practitioner guides and HARO overviews. With the resurgence of HARO under Featured.com following its acquisition from...
How to turn cybersecurity salary data into winning PR pitches in 2025
The Cybersecurity Talent Crisis: Why Salary Stories Matter The cybersecurity industry faces an unprecedented talent shortage. According to the World Economic Forum, the global talent gap could reach 85 million workers by 2030, creating a perfect storm for PR...
How digital PR agencies are redefining corporate storytelling in 2025
In 2025, corporate storytelling is evolving in response to changing audience expectations and technological advancements. Corporate communications plays a central role in shaping narratives that resonate with stakeholders while reflecting organizational values....
Law firm PR in the age of AI: Why earned media matters more than ever
When it comes to law firm PR, it’s not just SEO that matters. As AI-powered tools are rising, legal public relations is facing a dramatic shift. Today, if you think that a well-crafted website or paid ads alone could define reputation, you’re wrong. Earned media...
How independent journalists are using portals to build loyal reader communities
Independent journalism today isn’t just about breaking stories—it’s about sparking conversations that readers feel part of, long after the headline fades. Imagine a digital portal as the newsroom’s campfire: a place where every article, every insight, and every reader...
From illicit to iconic—how Medmen mastered the art of mainstream cannabis PR
In a world where cannabis was once whispered about behind closed doors, few companies have done more to bring the plant into the mainstream than MedMen. Long before cannabis was treated like a luxury commodity or a lifestyle accessory, MedMen saw a gap in the...
The death of the email pitch? PR in the age of Slack, Discord & DMs
For decades, the email pitch has been the default way for PR managers to reach out to journalists. Before email pitches, it was phone calls, and while they were direct and could lead to faster results, journalists found them intrusive and potentially disruptive. When...
The shift beyond traditional media relations—why digital PR is no longer optional for brands
Traditional media relations were once the cornerstone of public relations. Press releases, earned media, and pitch meetings defined success for brands seeking attention. Today, however, visibility extends far beyond journalists’ inboxes. Business audiences and...
Creating a brand narrative that sells: 8 important lessons from diverse industries
Positioning your small or mid-size business in a competitive market can seem daunting—particularly if you’re working with a limited marketing budget. However, while you may feel that reaching prospects and converting customers necessitates proactive sales tactics...
9 steps for building an effective content calendar for your PR and marketing strategy
A content calendar is one of the most effective tools for managing a brand’s marketing efforts. It brings together every task—from web pages and blogs to social media posts, email campaigns, and ads—into a single, organized plan. With a content calendar, you will...
PR & AI: Travel marketing’s new power couple
After almost two decades in travel marketing, I’ve watched a bevy of buzzwords and travel trends come and go. (Rest in peace, revenge travel.) All the while, travel PR kept on humming behind the scenes: building trust, shaping narratives and working to earn attention...












