Government

Why Smart Organizations Blend Public Relations and Government Relations to Achieve Their Goals

The most successful advocacy campaigns don’t happen in silos. As a public relations professional who occasionally partners with…

Crisis Communications

All Buzz is Not Good Buzz: Crises and Controversies on Love Island USA Bring PR Lessons to the Mainstream

Written by Breyanna Walcott Reality TV is supposed to be an escape — the kind of show you watch at the end of a long day for…

Crisis Communications

From Crisis to Creative Recovery: Astronomer’s Approach to PR Management

How a tech startup turned a viral scandal into a case study in crisis communications  Last month, New York-based data tech company…

Crisis Communications

When Everything Feels Urgent: Why Nonprofits Need a Communications Strategy More Than Ever

Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Nonprofit Leaders Group convening at WHYY on behalf of our client, Philadelphia…

Digital Strategy & Social Media

How to Make Legislators Stop Scrolling and Start Listening

For nearly six years, I led social media strategy on Capitol Hill for multiple members of Congress. Each day, their inboxes and…

Media Relations

How to Pitch and Secure a Byline: A 101 Guide to Successful Byline Placement

Any communications professional knows that getting published isn’t just about having good ideas—it’s about understanding how…

Media & Culture

5 Trends Shaping Today’s Media Landscape

The Maven team has recently been busy hosting media training sessions for several clients. This had me thinking about the dramatic…

Community Impact

Compassion in Communication: How Community Involvement Deepens Storytelling

Written by Ava Steneken As I become more immersed in the public relations industry in Philadelphia, a city known for its strong…

Legal Industry

How PR Agencies Maximize Law Firm Video Success

Video content has become a cornerstone of effective marketing campaigns. This is particularly true in the legal space, where video…