Author Archives: Alison Bailin
A common sense approach to media relations
Alison Bailin | Sep 6, 2018
In addition to being a part of the HMA team for 15 years, over the past decade I’ve made a hobby of freelance writing. While it started out as a fun creative outlet, over the years I’ve taken so many lessons with me back to the office when it comes to working effectively with the […]
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#MediaMonday – Lee Shappell
Alison Bailin | Aug 20, 2018
Local legend alert! Today’s #MediaMonday is a doozy. It comes from none other than Lee Shappell. While our younger readers will know him for his current gig at Times Media Group, many will recognize his name from the many years he spent at The Arizona Republic, where he served as everything from editor to copy […]
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Rocky Mountain Emmy Nominations Announced
Alison Bailin | Aug 15, 2018
On Monday, the best in the broadcast industry were honored at the Rocky Mountain Emmy Nominations Parties, which took place simultaneously in Phoenix, Tucson, Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. Each event was amazing, but now comes the really fun part – cheering on some of the best broadcast professionals in town (and beyond) who are […]
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#MediaMonday – Carly Scholl
Alison Bailin | Aug 6, 2018
Today's #MediaMonday comes from Carly Scholl, digital editor for Cities West Media, overseeing all online content for both PHOENIX and Phoenix Home & Garden magazines.
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Local Media Making National Mark
Alison Bailin | July 31, 2018
Nominations for the 39th Annual News and Documentary Emmy® Awards were announced this week by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). The News & Documentary Emmy Awards will be presented on Monday, Oct. 1 at a ceremony at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall in the Time Warner Complex at Columbus Circle […]
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How to avoid being baited in media interviews
Alison Bailin | July 26, 2018
Sacha Baron Cohen chose to film an episode of his new show "Who is America" in Kingman, Ariz., but the news couldn't be worse.
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#MediaMonday – Michelle Chance
Alison Bailin | July 16, 2018
Today, we share a little about ace reporter for InMarcopa, Michelle “Chelle” Chance, with whom we’ve had the pleasure of working extensively with on behalf of our clients throughout Pinal County. Though young, she is a veteran of the outlet, getting her start there as an intern a few years back. Learn more below. How […]
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The Secret to Upper Management Success
Alison Bailin | July 11, 2018
What is the secret to upper management success?
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What is Thought Leadership?
Alison Bailin | June 26, 2018
If you are in public relations, or work with a public relations team on behalf of your brand or business, you’ve probably heard the term “thought leadership” a time or two.
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Is Public Relations Right for You?
Alison Bailin | June 22, 2018
Do you have what it takes? This blog post will help you determine if working in public relations is right for YOU.
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Buzzcation is Back!
Alison Bailin | June 13, 2018
On August 2, Buzzcation is back for one night only – and for a very important cause. Check out more about this event in today's blog post!
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Brands and Politics
Alison Bailin | June 7, 2018
The line between brands and political issues is not only getting blurrier in the United States, but in other countries, too.
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