Brand communicators are aware that today’s consumers don’t give their loyalty easily, and that brands must nurture those relationships thoughtfully with engaging correspondence. But what kinds of messages do customers expect to receive from their favorite brands, how...
Relationship building is the key to connecting with multicultural media: 5 tips for doing it right
What does it take to be successful with multicultural media? Positive storytelling firmly rooted in a commitment to building the relationship. As with any relationship, you have to put in the time, and you have to listen. At TVA, we have learned this lesson through...
How to stand out with the power of content marketing—and why it matters
Scrolling, clicking, watching, listening—the amount of content available at our fingertips is endless. As the digital age propels us forward, media consumption is higher than ever, with the U.S. population spending 485 minutes consuming digital media per day in 2021,...
After seeing a new travel site on TikTok, 6 in 10 users want to visit—is your travel brand there?
TikTok videos are notoriously influential to users of the social platform, and brands and communicators should not overlook the opportunities to make an impact there—particularly in industries where visual appeal is a big strategic component. Travel and tourism is a...
Mastering press trips: 4 tips to ensure a memorable trip that delivers
As a PR professional, one of the most exciting aspects of working with food & drink clients is the opportunity to plan group press trips. Press trips are a valuable tool that enable PRs to personally showcase a client's products, services, or destinations to the...
New Gen Z research reveals brand preferences, spending trends for today’s teens
Investment bank Piper Sandler Companies has been surveying teens about discretionary spending trends and brand preferences for many years, and has now released its 45th semi-annual Taking Stock with Teens survey, in partnership with global high-school-student network...
Does traditional fashion PR still have a place in an evolving industry landscape?
Fashion PR was once a critical aspect of the fashion industry, which involved building and maintaining relationships between fashion brands, designers, and the media to promote and enhance brand image and reputation. But the fashion media, and fashion model, is...
The promise–and pitfalls–of conversational AI: Do consumers think it helps brands deliver better CX?
CX leaders are increasingly turning to conversation AI to boost their customer service issues, which have become top priority in the post-pandemic age as the top-to-bottom customer experience has emerged as a leading factor in purchase decisions across B2B and B2C...
Without ESG reporting, small businesses will be left out of big contracts
New research from Canadian financial services firm BDC finds that since almost every large company requires ESG reporting from their suppliers, small businesses that are unable to meet ESG requirements will soon miss out on opportunities to win big contracts. The...
7 ways to maximize your PR team’s productivity in a coworking environment
The lives of PR professionals are generally fast-paced and stressful owing to tight deadlines and last-minute client demands. PR teams always need to stay on top of the latest industry trends to deliver outstanding results. With such demanding jobs and stressful work,...
Inside the C suite: Despite economic, political and talent issues, CEO future outlook rises
Feeling confident even amid rising inflation, geopolitical instability, and talent recruiting and retention challenges, nearly 150 leading CEOs across industries express positive sentiments for the year ahead, new research from Deloitte and Fortune reveals. While...
Writing for social media: 3 best practices for PR professionals
When it comes to improving your brand image, you can't leave out social media. Social media platforms, such as Facebook, are the most widely used online platforms today. They are an integral part of people's daily lives. That’s why you see celebrities and companies...












