Dallas Lawrence

🎤🎸🤘🏻🚨 Latest from The Repute: "Crisis Comms Under the Microscope: Dave Grohl’s Approach" 🎤🎸🚨 In this edition, we take a real-time look at how rock legend Dave Grohl is handling the media fallout from his recent infidelity scandal. Using data-driven insights, we break down the New York Times' coverage of Grohl’s crisis communications strategy and analyze what worked—and what didn’t. https://bit.ly/3MIZy76 The analysis explores: - The effectiveness of proactively addressing scandals before they spiral - Why timing didn’t minimize media coverage as others have suggested - The nuanced balance between controlling the narrative and avoiding sensationalism Whether you’re dealing with a major PR issue or simply curious about how the media operates during high-profile scandals, this edition offers valuable lessons for managing your brand’s reputation. Read the full analysis and let me know what you think. I’d love to hear your thoughts! Have a great weekend everyone! Will Valentine Publisher, The Repute Founder and Principal, Valentine Advisors

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📣 Exciting news for PR professionals and journalists alike! Peter Shankman's #HelpEveryReporterOut (HERO) and #MuckRack have joined forces to revolutionize the media industry. HERO connects journalists seeking sources with experts who can provide them, while MuckRack is a leading platform for PR software that helps organizations find the right journalists to pitch their stories. The synergy between the two promises to enhance the way media professionals work. With this partnership, journalists can expect reliable sources fast and PR pros can get their stories to the right people at the right time. This means more opportunities to get clients' stories out there, with the confidence that they are reaching the right audience. The HERO and MuckRack collab addresses these needs head-on, making the process more efficient and effective. In today's media landscape, speed and accuracy are critical. This new partnership is a game-changer for the industry and a testament to the power of collaboration. Kudos to Peter and MuckRack! #Journalism #PublicRelations #MuckRack #HERO #Communications #BusinessInsights #LeadershipLessons #Storytelling #Marketing #IntegratedMarketing Natan Edelsburg Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)

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My early takeaway from PRSA Oregon #CommCon2024 is that the public is facing a real trust issue when it comes to innovations like AI and other emerging tech (and in general). Which raises the question: how do we address the trust crisis in a way that is both authentic and effective? #communications #publicrelations

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🌪️ Exploring the remarkable work of crisis communicators during Hurricane Beryl. Part 1 of a series. 🚨 New Series Announcement! In the next two newsletters, we’ll highlight the stories of two exceptional public communicators who excelled before, during, and after Hurricane Beryl ravaged the Houston area on July 8. The storm left over 2.6 million people without power, and at least 23 people died due to the storm and ensuing power outages. 🏡 Local Insights: Houston Summers Losing power in Houston is not just uncomfortable; it means all the food in your refrigerator spoils. After a hurricane, you're left with tree limbs and sometimes entire trees that need to be sawed up and hauled away. It’s a colossal mess, and people rightly expect their government agencies to help clean it all up and get life back to normal. 🌳 The Woodlands Township's Response: We’ll start with the story of how LeaAnn Dearman Petersen, CPC, CPM of The Woodlands Township, a suburb north of Houston, handled the impact. Next time, we'll share the perspective of the City of Houston’s Office of Emergency Management public information officer, Brent Taylor. 📅 Programming Note: GGF will be taking its annual beach sabbatical next week, so we'll be back with Part 2 on Friday, Aug. 9. 🚀 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories of public service! 🔗 Read more and subscribe to Good Government Files. https://lnkd.in/gQhWWDaA #CrisisCommunications #PublicService #HurricaneBeryl #GoodGovernmentFiles #EmergencyManagement #Houston

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Privacy, cybersecurity, and safety. Top priorities in almost every industry. Privacy communications is becoming as important as any element of our function. Some of the strategies are familiar. Public affairs execs must be able to develop proactive media strategies and handle any crises that occur. The crisis preparation should include planning, training, and simulations. Communicators also have the opportunity to help shape strategy around privacy policies and practices, consumer data control, and transparency. The strategy roles are where top communicators can differentiate themselves. It's a challenging and great time to be in public affairs.

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Looking for a weekend binge?! Check out this new podcast for disruptive conversations from the disruptor himself, Phil Fersht! First 3 episodes are live and ready for YOU! From limitless leadership to the big, the bold, and the beautiful (😉) of #AI. It can all be found here. ⬇️ #BeTheDisruptor #HFSReinvent #MakingMoments

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More details on our perspective about the impact of AI and working to shape public policy on this front from Rodell Mollineau and Kisja Burgess...check it out #WETalkAI

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Proud to share my latest Forbes Agency Council article,‘Taking Control: How Mining Companies are Redefining Public Relations’, where I explore a critical and necessary shift in the mining industry: the power of taking control of the narrative. The modern mining industry has a compelling story to tell—one of innovation, environmental responsibility, and strong community partnerships. It’s time we own that story. 📖 I invite you to read the full article and share your thoughts below - https://lnkd.in/gyiqwxgk #Mining #PublicRelations #StrategicCommunication #Sustainability #Forbes

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Great insights from GovLoop's most recent #CX Community of Practice session. If you are involved in Government #CX, you should join us at the next meeting where we will discuss "How #AI will Transform CX". Join the COP today - https://lnkd.in/e8vE2Ej2

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The discussion around the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence spans many industries, focusing on greater efficiency, job replacement, and the ability to analyze data at a deeper level. These effects are evident in public affairs as well. However, there is a darker side of AI's increased capabilities that could be equally or more disruptive. Many efforts to influence policymakers rely on demonstrating broad support for or opposition to a proposed bill or regulation. When conducted ethically, this involves educating the public on the issue and providing them with steps to get involved. This involvement often takes the form of sending emails or making calls to legislators, but can also include public displays such as posting on social media or sending letters to local newspapers. With advancements in AI, all four actions can be handled on a large scale by AI agents, making it difficult to discern these from similar actions by human constituents. In recent years, depending on the issue, I’ve advised clients to leverage more phone calls as digital communications have been manipulated by bad actors and are therefore more easily dismissed. With the rise of verbally conversant agents, phone calls to legislative offices are no longer safe from inauthentic efforts to create the impression of widespread support for a specific policy. I believe the likelihood of significant unethical activity in 2025, at both state and federal levels, is high. As those engaging in such behavior likely won’t have strong execution guardrails, the chances of a scandal are also high. News coverage will prompt questions in legislative offices like, “How do we even know this is real?” about any effort that results in high-volume constituent communications. Tip O’Neill’s adage, “All politics is local,” may make a strong comeback. Generating on-the-ground activity in a legislator’s district, which cannot be mistaken for fraudulent AI activity, will become more impactful than calls and emails to the office. The tools to achieve this exist but often require more lead time and financial resources to implement. Planning for 2025 and beyond should consider the need to redirect efforts in response to policymakers’ loss of confidence in discerning reality. I'd be interested to hear to what extent organizations with big public policy goals next year are factoring this in.

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Every company needs a plan for crisis management. Otter Public Relations' own Thomas Mustac shares some great insights on crisis management in this new article from Spin Sucks. Thanks, Thomas! https://lnkd.in/eNtHFmX2

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Responding to a kidnapping or an extortion demand may be one of the most difficult managerial tasks an executive may face, and very few are fully prepared to address all the aspects of a case. Join our informative 101-level webinar 10/10 from 2-3PM ET, where we will delve into Kidnap/Ransom & Extortion Risk Management. This webinar will explain the vital elements of a corporate Kidnap, Ransom and Extortion risk management program, and review resources, services, and coverage options available to help ensure the safety of employees.

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Offense Wins in Public Affairs The most successful organizations in public relations know that proactive messaging is critical to success. While a strong defense is important, in today’s communication environment, with social media and the low cost of creating graphics and videos, it is easy to build a stronger offense. 1️⃣ Develop a clear, compelling message 2️⃣ Anticipate and address opposition before it arises 3️⃣ Use every platform—social media, press, coalitions, events—to amplify your voice Don’t let your organization get stuck reacting to every attack. This can be exhausting. Lead the conversation. #PublicAffairs #Leadership #ProactiveStrategy #Communications #TakeTheLead https://lnkd.in/gQpcAPsG

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Corporate and Startups keep a close eye on the elections, government affairs and public notices. Why??? Because it impacts their businesses. Politicians are Policy Makers. Policies they make have a direct and indirect impact on the business operations. Corporate Communications professionals need to be an expert in Public Policy tracking and Public Affairs too apart from Public Relations. Government and Politicians are a key external stakeholders and influencers for businesses. Lobbying by entrepreneurs across the globe since a century is a common phenomenon. Industry Bodies of varying ministries gives an option to varying entrepreneurs and organisations to share their feedback to the Ministry, elect their representative for that body, suggest changes in policies, propose policy plans and participate in the engagement for nation building. Public Affairs is a serious business and needs to align with the PR planning. #hemamalini #superstar #loksabha #memberofparliament #parliament #delhi #mathura #legacy #legend #publicpolicy #publicaffairs #corporateaffairs #artist #influencer #keyinfluencer #messaging #governmentaffairs #publicrelations #pr #corporatecommunications #internalcommunication #stakeholdermanagement #stakeholderengagement #brandengagement #thoughtleader #thoughtleadership

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Corporate and Startups keep a close eye on the elections, government affairs and public notices. Why??? Because it impacts their businesses. Politicians are Policy Makers. Policies they make have a direct and indirect impact on the business operations. Corporate Communications professionals need to be an expert in Public Policy tracking and Public Affairs too apart from Public Relations. Government and Politicians are a key external stakeholders and influencers for businesses. Lobbying by entrepreneurs across the globe since a century is a common phenomenon. Industry Bodies of varying ministries gives an option to varying entrepreneurs and organisations to share their feedback to the Ministry, elect their representative for that body, suggest changes in policies, propose policy plans and participate in the engagement for nation building. Public Affairs is a serious business and needs to align with the PR planning. #shatrugansinha #superstar #loksabha #memberofparliament #parliament #delhi #mathura #legacy #legend #publicpolicy #publicaffairs #corporateaffairs #artist #influencer #keyinfluencer #messaging #governmentaffairs #publicrelations #pr #corporatecommunications #internalcommunication #stakeholdermanagement #stakeholderengagement #brandengagement #thoughtleader #thoughtleadership

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Corporate and Startups keep a close eye on the elections, government affairs and public notices. Why??? Because it impacts their businesses. Politicians are Policy Makers. Policies they make have a direct and indirect impact on the business operations. Corporate Communications professionals need to be an expert in Public Policy tracking and Public Affairs too apart from Public Relations. Government and Politicians are a key external stakeholders and influencers for businesses. Lobbying by entrepreneurs across the globe since a century is a common phenomenon. Industry Bodies of varying ministries gives an option to varying entrepreneurs and organisations to share their feedback to the Ministry, elect their representative for that body, suggest changes in policies, propose policy plans and participate in the engagement for nation building. Public Affairs is a serious business and needs to align with the PR planning. #shashitharoor #loksabha #memberofparliament #parliament #delhi #mathura #legacy #legend #publicpolicy #publicaffairs #corporateaffairs #artist #influencer #keyinfluencer #messaging #governmentaffairs #publicrelations #pr #corporatecommunications #internalcommunication #stakeholdermanagement #stakeholderengagement #brandengagement #thoughtleader #thoughtleadership

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