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Welcome Rayna Burgett to the HMA Team
Rayna Burgett | Oct 6, 2022
Welcome Rayna Burgett to Team HMA! Rayna is a graduate of the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism and in her free time enjoys journaling, fashion design and spending time with her Shih Tzu puppy. Meet Rayna in this introductory post!
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Creating Content to Gain More Coverage
Marissa Baker | Mar 9, 2021
Content marketing is just one of the many facets that make up a successful and strategic communications plan. Whether it is through e-newsletters, webinars or infographics, there are many ways a business can share its story. So how do businesses create content to promote their business? Some successful businesses hire a PR agency like HMA […]
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Is Arizona Hosting the Perfect Event?
Alison Bailin | Feb 25, 2021
For more than 40 years, HMA Public Relations has prided itself on helping coordinate programming, media relations and/or digital communications programs for some of Arizona’s leading events, including the Fiesta Bowl, Arizona Gives Day, Violins of Hope, multiple Super Bowls, the Circle K Tempe Music Festival and so many more. Our experience makes us uniquely […]
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How to Make Your Feed Fun
Justin Liggin | Feb 19, 2021
While it may be cold now, the spring season is set to begin in about a month which means it is the perfect time to freshen up your social media. Sometimes you may be unsure of what to do on your social media other than post a photo or two. But there are easy solutions […]
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What Do I Need to Know to Work in Public Relations?
Alison Bailin | Feb 10, 2021
Today marks my 17th anniversary at HMA Public Relations. To mark the occasion, here are 17 things folks should know if you want to work in the industry: AP Style. Know it. Love it. Use it. The importance of developing key messages. How to story mine an organization, client or brand. The difference between issues […]
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Should your CEO be on social media?
Abbie Fink | Jan 13, 2021
With most of our client engagements, we provide c-suite communications strategies. Recommendations include thought-leadership, white papers, speaking engagements, media relations, and of course, an active social media presence. And although most are eager to participate in these recommendations, social media typically causes even the most media-savvy client to pause. “What if I say something wrong?” […]
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More Changes are A’coming
Abbie Fink | Dec 11, 2020
This year has brought on many unforeseen changes from postponed events to working from home. The next change will be to our website which is getting a refresh.
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Decades of Copper Anvils – #HMATurns40
Scott Hanson | Dec 1, 2020
Throughout the past 40 years, Team HMA has strived to give clients award-winning work. Today, we take a look back at the Copper Anvils and how they have changed through the years.
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#MediaMonday – Angela Gonzales
Alison Bailin | Nov 2, 2020
Happy #MediaMonday! Today's feature comes from Angela Gonzales who has been with the Phoenix Business Journal for more than 30 years! Click the link to learn more about her.
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Is it really just stuff?
Abbie Fink | Oct 28, 2020
After 28 years of working in our office at Whitton Place, team HMA has transitioned to working remotely from home. Read more from Abbie as she reminisces about the times spent in the office.
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Energy is Reciprocal
Abbie Fink | Oct 23, 2020
Leaders use their energy and influence to get the most of their teams. Ken Jacobs shared great info with PRGN members on leadership. Read more from Abbie!
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What is Bridging in an Interview?
Alison Bailin | Oct 13, 2020
During our media trainings, we teach how to bridge the conversation during interviews. In today's blog post, Alison shares a peek into our award-winning program with what bridging is and how it works. Click the link to read more!
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