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New PR Agencies Shake Up the Rankings and Signal a Changing Industry
New agencies crack the June 2025 PR Top 10 with bold strategies that reveal where communications is headed next.
PR Masters Series Episode #101 - Peter V. Stanton
In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens welcomes Peter V. Stanton, founder and CEO of Stanton Communications, for a powerful conversation on the evolving role of regional PR firms in today’s global landscape. Stanton shares why culturally attuned, locally driven communications are not just a trend—but the future of effective brand storytelling.
Celebrating Tomorrow’s Communications Leaders as PRSA-NY Extends 15 Under 35 Deadline
The next generation of PR leaders is here — and there’s still time to nominate them for PRSA-NY’s 15 Under 35 before the July 11 deadline.
Ruder Finn Expands Southeast Asia Reach with Acquisition of Era Communications
Ruder Finn deepens its Southeast Asia capabilities with the acquisition of Era Communications, signaling a regional growth push grounded in local insight and tech-forward communications.
Why CMOs Are Betting Billions on GenAI to Redefine Marketing and Communications
GenAI is no longer experimental—it’s essential. Communications leaders must now catch up or get left behind.
Freedom, Trust and the Power of Communication in a Changing America
Discover how the communications industry is embracing freedom, responsibility, and purpose in a rapidly changing media landscape.
AI Speeds Up Market Research, but Human Insight Still Wins the Day
MarketCast’s Amy Fenton explains how marketers can adopt AI without compromising creativity or strategic depth.
Climate Week Town Hall to Address the Future of Sustainability Storytelling
At Climate Week 2025, CommPRO’s Communications Town Hall will unite industry leaders to confront the challenge of communicating climate action credibly, creatively and transparently.
The Hypocrisy of “Honoring America” in Sports
A blistering critique of performative patriotism in pro sports, this article challenges the commercialization of “Honoring America” and exposes the hypocrisy behind July 4th displays that put profit over principle.
Navigating the Changing Media Landscape from Substack to GEO
As legacy outlets fade and creators rise, earned media professionals must rewrite the rules to stay relevant in a fractured, AI-influenced landscape.
YouTube’s Weirdest Trends Are Winning and Brands Need to Catch Up
A new Tubular Labs report reveals the surprising rise of Minecraft marathons, 30-second cartoons, and brain rot memes—here’s what it means for your comms strategy.
Marketers Are Losing Control of Culture and That’s the Best Thing for Business
Nue Agency’s Beats + Bytes 2025 Halftime Report offers a strategic blueprint for marketers navigating the evolving intersection of technology, culture and commerce.
PR Masters Podcast 100th Episode Welcomes Industry Visionary Jim Weiss
In the 100th episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens marks this milestone with one of the communications industry's most transformative figures: Jim Weiss, Chairman and Founder of Real Chemistry.
Why the Myth of the One Perfect Mentor Is Holding Women Back
This powerful call to action redefines mentorship for women by replacing outdated models with collaborative inner circles that foster growth, support, and success.
Executives Retreat From LGBTQ+ Messaging as Corporate Strategies Shift
Executives are dialing down LGBTQ+ messaging—here’s what’s behind the dramatic 90% drop and what it signals for inclusive leadership in 2025.
Why Your First Year in PR Will Break You Before It Builds You
A recent grad turned PR pro reflects on the real-world lessons that transformed early uncertainty into career confidence at Hot Paper Lantern.
Why Passion Points Are the Secret Weapon for Authentic Consumer Engagement
Discover how Kraft Heinz turned cultural quirks into 6.8B impressions—and why passion points may be your brand's most underutilized asset.
Hard Work Beats Hype as Tom Madden Pushes Back on AI’s Creative Creep
Public relations veteran Tom Madden shares how hard work—not luck—built his career, and why he remains committed to human creativity even as AI transforms the industry.
Coca-Cola and UMG Rewrite the Rules of Music and Brand Collaboration
Coca-Cola and UMG are rewriting the rules of brand-artist collaboration with Real Thing Records and here’s what every communicator should take note of.
Communicators Reclaim the Spotlight at Cannes with Bold Vision for AI and Inclusion
At the Cannes Lions Communications Town Hall, communications leaders made a powerful case for why AI must serve, not replace, human creativity, diversity, and authenticity in PR.

