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In Honor of Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for everyone who has died serving in the American armed forces. We here at HMA Public Relations cannot thank you enough for your courage and sacrifice.
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How To Celebrate Birthdays
Everyone celebrates birthdays a little differently. Read further to see what HMA Public Relations has done in the past to celebrate our birthdays!
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How Prescription Drugs Are Introduced
HMA Public Relations has participated in a number of pharmaceutical drug introductions over the years. One of the strategies then – and now – is to create a demand for the supply.
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There is a Day for Everything
One of the ways our team finds news hooks to connect story pitches to is to do a search for the various holidays that occur each month. Here are today's!
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Freedom of Information is More Relevant Than Ever
Today, March 16, is Freedom of Information Day. This day is an annual event held during Sunshine Week and celebrates the birthday of President James Madison.
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Poor Sportsmanship Has No Place
Verbal abuse is not typically permitted in a professional setting so why is it okay at sporting events? Scott explores sportsmanship in today's blog post.
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Why Should You Hire a Public Relations Agency
We've hit on the "what is" when discussing public relations but we haven't written much on the reasons "why" a business should hire a PR agency until today. [Click below for more]
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What Are Ceremonial Special Events?
We often seek co-promotional opportunities for our clients, similar to how Arizona athletes show support for other teams by participating in special events. [Click below for more]
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How to Create a Signature Event
Creating a signature event that eventually becomes a tradition is no small feat. We in the PR industry, and those who provide tourism public relations, often work with our clients to come up with something unique, memorable and client-specific to help them stand-out. Also part of that conversation is how NOT to stage a boring, […]
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What’s On Your Voicemail?
What's on your voicemail? In Scott Hanson's case, it's a special birthday shout out to people who are famous to him. And it changes every day! [Click below for more]
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#GivingTuesday
Today is #GivingTuesday, a 24-hour event that kicks off the charitable season. Take a look at the Arizona nonprofits participating and join the movement! [Click below for more]
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In an Internet Minute
There are thousands of things that take place during an internet minute. What exactly? Abbie shares an infographic that breaks it down for you. [Click below for more]
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