Published on October 19, 2016, at 4:10 p.m. by Mary Catherine Molay In the world of sports, messaging can change in an instant. Technology is one of the greatest assets available to the public relations industry, but it can also be one of the most challenging.
Published on April 29, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. by Rachel Chandler. In just a few short months, the world will come together for the next Olympic Games. This year, more than 10,500 athletes will gather in Rio de Janeiro for the most highly anticipated sporting
Posted on February 22, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. by Leah Tobak. I’m sure we’ve all heard that there are optimal times and days to post on each social media platform to reach the highest level of readership and interaction. What many people don’t know, however,
Posted: February 18, 2015, 2:35 p.m. by Ethan Wiggins. Every public relations professional knows that social media is one of the best strategies to reach your target audience. Social media sites can be used to facilitate conversation, humanize your company and unite your consumers. In
Posted: November 20, 2014, 8:10 p.m. by Doug Killough. “With great power comes great responsibility.” That statement holds true in more ways than one. It’s important for companies and organizations to practice healthy corporate social responsibility to ensure brand development, maintain an admirable reputation and establish
Posted: November 7, 2014, 2:15 p.m. by Michelle Sue Agee. Sports brands are powerful. Each brand is embedded within a city; local fans believe in their team and display its colors. The brand is accessible and tangible. Sports brands also create an emotional experience for
Posted: September 26, 2014, 9:35 a.m. by Doug Killough. “Everywhere we go; people want to know . . . who we are, so we tell them.” It’s safe to say that one particular company doesn’t have to tell anyone who it is anymore. This company
Posted: February 12, 2014, 2:40 p.m. by Shannon Auvil. On Feb. 9, 2014, University of Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam revealed that he is gay via a breaking article in The New York Times. Sam was named Defensive Player of the Year in the Southeastern
Published At: October 25, 2013 10:15 a.m. by Ashley Jones. One of the world’s most expensive and historical sports franchises is under pressure to change its 80-year-old beloved brand. The Washington Redskins, a National Football League team, is facing criticism from President Barack Obama, the
Posted At: March 20, 2013 11:00 P.M. by Jessica Ruffin There’s no question what college football team Steve Webster favors when one steps into his office. A framed and autographed Greg McElroy jersey hangs on one of the crimson-colored walls, along with several Alabama paintings.
