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Fire Coverage Offers Lessons in Crisis Communications
Scott Hanson | July 24, 2019
With wildfire season in full swing, fire coverage is dominating many local newscasts. Check out the lessons in crisis communications that Scott has learned from expert communicators.
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Time Marches On
Scott Hanson | July 10, 2019
Scott prides himself on promptness, but Father Time has not been on his side lately. Read more about his recent battles with the clock.
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Walk-up Music
Scott Hanson | June 27, 2019
PR is all about connecting with people, and one way MLB players connect with their fans is through walk-up music. Check out our walk-up songs.
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PR is Alright
Scott Hanson | June 18, 2019
Movies and TV shows regularly utilize a component of public relations in their storylines. The latest example comes to us from ABC's newely canceled sitcom, The Kids are Alright.
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The Toughest Job in Broadcasting
Scott Hanson | June 6, 2019
The toughest job in broadcasting has to be the official pronouncer for the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which is carried live on ESPN.
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Class All The Way
Scott Hanson | Apr 16, 2019
Former Phoenix Suns coach John MacLeod passed away earlier this week. He is the winningest coach in team history and in my mind, was a tremendous class act.
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Volunteering – No Pain, No Gain
Rachel Brockway | Jan 19, 2018
Volunteering and giving back to my community are very important to me. I think that we should all take the time to give our “treasure, time and talents” to those that we feel need it most. I love that the leadership at HMA Public Relations also supports this for all employees. Abbie actually wrote a […]
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How to Create a Signature Event
Scott Hanson | Jan 2, 2018
Creating a signature event that eventually becomes a tradition is no small feat. We in the PR industry, and those who provide tourism public relations, often work with our clients to come up with something unique, memorable and client-specific to help them stand-out. Also part of that conversation is how NOT to stage a boring, […]
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What’s On Your Voicemail?
Scott Hanson | Dec 20, 2017
What's on your voicemail? In Scott Hanson's case, it's a special birthday shout out to people who are famous to him. And it changes every day! [Click below for more]
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Grey vs. Black and White
Scott Hanson | Nov 21, 2017
From the AP Stylebook to state and federal laws, there are rules out there for just about anything. This includes the express lane at the grocery store. [Click below for more]
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Knowing Your Audience
Scott Hanson | Nov 15, 2017
What makes Kyoto such an attractive place to host international meetings? Scott attributes it to the fact that the city knows it audience. [Click below for more]
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#MediaMonday – Steve Goddard
Scott Hanson | Nov 6, 2017
"Okie from Muskogee" turned member of the Arizona Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame, Steve Goddard has definitely made his mark on Phoenix radio.
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