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#HMAMediaLove – August 2026 Media Highlights
HMA Public Relations | Aug 31, 2026
From giving programs uplifting Arizona families to expert takes on the issues communities are facing and prestigious awards, August kept our clients in the news. See the stories we were proud to help share this month in this edition of #HMAMediaLove.
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#HMAMediaLove – July 2026 Media Highlights
HMA Public Relations | Aug 3, 2026
Meaningful work deserves to be seen. The July edition of #HMAMediaLove features stories from our clients that celebrate progress, recognize community impact and introduce the people behind that work. See what made July so memorable.
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#HMAMediaLove – June 2026 Media Highlights
HMA Public Relations | July 6, 2026
Great stories deserve to be shared. The June 2026 edition of #HMAMediaLove highlights the earned media coverage that put our clients in the spotlight, from community initiatives to impact stories that shaped the month. Take a look!
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Why Media Training Isn’t Just for the Person Holding the Mic
Alison Bailin | June 1, 2026
Think media training is only for a spokesperson? The skills you learn can make you a better presenter, networker, leader and communicator. Alison Bailin explains why media training benefits far more than just those talking to reporters in this blog post.
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Why Storytelling Belongs in Every Leader’s Toolkit
Justin Liggin | Oct 17, 2025
How leaders communicate their decisions and tell the story behind them can shape public trust, credibility and connection. Learn why storytelling, thought leadership and media are important tools for CEOs and executives to represent their organizations authentically in this post from Justin Liggin.
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What is ArizonaMedia?
Justin Liggin | Feb 6, 2025
Arizona’s #1 source for news media contacts is now ArizonaMedia! Learn more about the rebrand and why access to a local media database can effectively support your communications and PR efforts in this post from Justin Liggin.
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Six Tips for Your Next Virtual Media Interview
Justin Liggin | Jan 9, 2025
A media interview can happen just about anywhere today. No matter the setting, preparation matters. Justin Liggin shares media training tips to help you show up confidently for your next virtual interview, from getting your technology and setup right to knowing the messages you want to get across. Read more!
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Why Do Media Relations and Media Training Matter?
Mikayla Koppy | May 2, 2024
Want to find out how to cut through the noise and capture journalists' attention? Learn more in the latest blog post from Mikayla Koppy, where she shares the keys to effective media relations and media training today, drawing insights from a recent episode of the PRGN Presents Podcast. Take a look!
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What is the State of Journalism?
Justin Liggin | Apr 25, 2024
The newly released State of Journalism 2024 report from Muck Rack provides a comprehensive look at today's media landscape. Justin Liggin shares key trends and statistics on media pitching, AI, the value of PR, and more in a new blog post.
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Want to Stay Off a PR Pro’s Naughty List?
Alison Bailin | Dec 20, 2023
After sharing some tips to help avoid the media’s naughty list, Alison Bailin is here to share how to stay away from a PR Pro’s naughty list. Learn more!
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How To Avoid the Media’s Naughty List
Alison Bailin | Dec 15, 2023
‘Tis the season for Top 10 lists! Alison Bailin is here to share the best tips for staying off the media's naughty list all year long. Learn more in this blog post.
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What We Learned About Earned Media in 2023
Justin Liggin | Nov 22, 2023
Following a survey within the Public Relations Global Network to break down perceptions and trends on earned media, Justin Liggin is covering the key findings from the report and the impact of earned media transformation in this post. Read more!
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