Author Archives: Justin Liggin
#MediaMonday – Kamilah Williams
Justin Liggin | Aug 24, 2026
From Glendale development to stories about kids making a difference, ABC15 Arizona's Kamilah Williams has a clear eye for the stories that matter in her community. This #MediaMonday, she talks about what catches her attention in a story, why real people strengthen stories and how a high school video editing class started her interest in broadcast journalism.
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#MediaMonday – Inside the 12News Newsroom
Justin Liggin | Aug 17, 2026
What does it take to help a great story make it on-air? Justin Liggin got a behind-the-scenes look at the 12News newsroom with PRSA Phoenix and is here to share a few takeaways from the team. Check out a new #MediaMonday!
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#MediaMonday – Arizona’s NATAS Honorees
Justin Liggin | July 20, 2026
Four Arizona media professionals are joining the 2026 Rocky Mountain Southwest Gold & Silver Circles in recognition of their decades of work in television and service to their communities. Find out more in this blog post from Justin Liggin.
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#MediaMonday – 12 Takeaways from Phoenix Business Journal’s Meet the Newsroom
Justin Liggin | July 13, 2026
The best way to improve your media pitches is to better understand the newsroom. Justin Liggin recaps the Phoenix Business Journal's Meet the Newsroom event with the top tips on what catches the newsroom's attention, what makes a story stand out and how to become a better media resource. Learn more!
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Looking Ahead This Fourth of July: Reflections From the HMA Public Relations Team
Justin Liggin | July 3, 2026
This Fourth of July, HMA Public Relations is taking a moment to reflect on the traditions we cherish and the ideas we hope continue to shape the future as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. Read what our team had to say in our latest blog post.
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We Were in the Room When It Happened… Abbie S. Fink Inducted Into the 2026 Scottsdale History Hall of Fame
Justin Liggin | May 19, 2026
We couldn’t be more proud to celebrate HMA Public Relations President Abbie S. Fink on her induction into the 2026 Scottsdale History Hall of Fame. Read more about the meaningful evening and watch the video sharing Abbie’s Scottsdale story, the relationships that shaped it and the community she continues to champion.
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Doing Good Is Good PR
Justin Liggin | Apr 30, 2026
Giving back does more than impact communities, it shapes how your organization is seen and remembered. Justin Liggin shares real local examples of giving in action and how intentional community relations can strengthen your PR efforts, create meaningful stories and build long-term credibility. Read more!
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#MediaMonday – Isabela Lisco
Justin Liggin | Apr 13, 2026
Happy #MediaMonday! Meet Isabela Lisco of KOLD in Tucson, an education solutions reporter focused on impactful, solutions-driven stories across Arizona. Read her story, learn what she looks for in a pitch and more in this post.
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#MediaMonday – Mason Carroll
Justin Liggin | Apr 6, 2026
Happy #MediaMonday! The spotlight is on Mason Carroll, the Northern Arizona bureau reporter for Arizona’s Family, who covers everything from wildfire impact to housing and tourism. Mason shares her passion for telling stories that truly impact communities, best advice for PR pros pitching her, favorite local spots and more. Take a look!
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#MediaMonday – Alaina Kwan
Justin Liggin | Mar 9, 2026
Meet Alaina Kwan, morning reporter for Good Morning Arizona on Arizona’s Family, in this week’s #MediaMonday. She shares how she fell in love with storytelling, the types of stories she’s interested in covering across the Valley and what makes a PR pitch stand out. Get the scoop in this blog post!
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#MediaMonday – Shauna Stuart
Justin Liggin | Jan 12, 2026
It’s time for another #MediaMonday! This week’s feature comes from our Public Relations Global Network partner in Alabama, Peritus Public Relations, who recently caught up with local reporter Shauna Stuart. Find out the story Shauna is most proud of, why media matters to her and more in this post!
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#MediaMonday – Devyn Shea
Justin Liggin | Jan 5, 2026
Devyn Shea, host of Tucson Now on KOLD, joins us for the first #MediaMonday feature of 2026. Get to know more about Devyn and how she came to Arizona, her streaming show, memorable stories, fun facts and more. Check it out here!
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