Author Archives: Alison Bailin
Back to the Future?
As Star Trek sometimes did, The Orville delights in making thinly veiled social commentary via its plotlines. Last week’s episode hit especially home for me – and should for anyone working in digital communications, or perhaps even politics.
READ MOREPublic Relations is not Advertising…or Marketing
Rarely a day goes by without someone mistaking my job in strategic communications and public relations with advertising and/or marketing. I’ve used about a dozen metaphors and stories over the years to explain the difference, but recently came across my new favorite!
READ MORENo (Communications) Excuses
The advice Alison learned from Gloria Feldt at a women's leadership event last week is also good advice for people who are building their brands. [Click below for more]
READ MORETake the Lead
Twice a year, two of ASU’s Centers gather ASU female-led centers with other local female leaders to share best practices and network. Yesterday's speaker was former president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation Gloria Feldt, who today serves as president of Take the Lead Women. [Click below for more]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Christian Brabec
Christian Brabec is somewhat new to the Phoenix culinary scene but is certainly making his mark with his Instagram page, Eat.The.Plate. [Click below for more]
READ MORE2017 PRSA Phoenix Copper Anvils Showcase Best in PR Past, Present and Future
The PRSA Phoenix chapter celebrated the 2017 Copper Anvils last night and what a time we had! Congratulations to all of this year's Copper Anvil honorees! [Click below for more]
READ MORERocky Mountain Emmy Nominations Announced
Last night, the best in the broadcast industry were honored at the Rocky Mountain Emmy Nominations Parties. Check out the full list of the 2017 nominees! [Click below for more]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Lara Piu
Today's #MediaMonday spotlight is on Laura Piu, a PR and marketing guru turned full-time writer who contributes to a number of local publications. [Click below for more]
READ MOREGame of Thrones Grammar Lesson
The best recurring joke in the hit series, Game of Thrones, is about grammar - go figure! And Alison, self-proclaimed GOT and grammar nerd, couldn't be more tickled by this. [Click below for more]
READ MOREOh No…tre Dame
Last week, Notre Dame announced new rules for media covering their football practices, and lifelong fan, Alison Bailin, was less than impressed. [Click below for more]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Lauren R. Loftus
This week’s #MediaMonday profile comes to us from PHOENIX Magazine associate editor reporter Lauren R. Loftus.
READ MOREThe Nigerian Prince has Discovered Snail Mail!
We have to hand it to the scammers who adjust their communications tactics to fit the times! Just take a look at what Alison received in the mail recently. [Click below for more]
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