U.S. News & World Report has named the public relations profession “one of the 50 best careers of 2010.” It said the field should see “strong growth over the next decade.” In fact, it claims that PR jobs are expected to increase by 24% from 2008 to 2018.While U.S. News gives a fairly accurate description […]
Entries Categorized as 'pr in practice'
U.S. News Names PR One of 50 Best Careers of 2010
December 28, 2009
Oprah & Ellen Set Example for Celebrity Collaboration
December 7, 2009
Dec. 7, 2009 - In the midst of non-stop tabloid coverage of celebrity rivalries, two of the world’s most recognizable women have found that collaboration can be more profitable than competition.
In January 2009, Ellen Degeneres declared her intention to share the cover of O Magazine with Oprah. This month, she became only the second woman […]
Charmin Promotes Toilets in New York’s Times Square
November 30, 2009
Nov. 30, 2009 - For four years, Procter & Gamble’s Charmin brand of toilet paper has operated free restrooms in Times Square during the holidays. This year, it added five “Charmin Ambassadors” to greet customers.
All but one of the five have worked in some sort of entertainment capacity, including a professional comedian and a performer […]
Celebrating Something Good (For A Change)
November 12, 2009
Nov. 12, 2009 - As unemployment insurance claims by newly discharged veterans are increasing and troop levels in Afghanistan are under the microscope, Pres. Obama signed an executive order to encourage the employment of U.S. military veterans by the federal government. In honor of Veterans Day yesterday, the announcement about the new initiative was pitch […]
American Eagle Gives Customers Taste of Fame
November 5, 2009
Nov. 5, 2009 - Where Howard Johnsons once served up fried clam strips and hot coffee, apparel chain American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is opening its 25,000 square foot flagship store in New York’s Times Square on Nov. 19. The timing is perfect - one week before Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade and the kick-off of the […]