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When Every Minute Matters: Crisis Communications in Today’s Media Landscape
Abbie Fink | Aug 5, 2026
Today’s news cycle doesn’t wait on facts. Stakeholders demand answers within minutes – not days. Abbie S. Fink discusses the importance of crisis training and why plans have to be updated regularly in this blog post.
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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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What Alaska Can Teach Us About Public Relations
Alison Bailin | July 30, 2026
Between the whales, glaciers and rain jackets, Alison Bailin found a few unexpected reminders about public relations during her latest trip to Alaska. Read what each stop taught her about flexibility, collaboration and keeping communications human. Check out this blog post!
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CSOM – Culture Is What People Experience
Abbie Fink | July 27, 2026
True company culture is both an identity and a set of shared practices shaped by daily actions, stories and genuine interactions. Inspired by her recent cruise vacation, Abbie Fink discusses what culture in action looks like and why employees should feel empowered to serve as brand ambassadors. Listen to a new episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast!
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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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CSOM – How Sports Fundraising Has Evolved From Candles, Candy, and Calendars
Abbie Fink | July 16, 2026
Good communication starts with people. Abbie Fink reflects on her conversation with Mandy Holmes, founder of Sponsor My Athlete, and shares why relationships, trust and shared value matter more than a one-time sponsorship in this episode of Copper State of Mind. Read and listen here!
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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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Inspired by the Women Who Inspired Us
Alison Bailin | July 9, 2026
What leadership lessons stay with us for a lifetime? In a new blog post, Alison Bailin reflects on the example set by her mother and celebrates HMA clients who shared how the women who raised them shaped the way they lead, serve and support others. Read more!
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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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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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A Reflection on 33 Years
Abbie Fink | July 1, 2026
As she celebrates 33 years with HMA Public Relations, Abbie S. Fink reflects on the people, experiences and opportunities that have shaped her journey and why she still believes in the power of communication to make a difference. Read more in this blog post.
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The High Cost of Assumptions
Abbie Fink | June 25, 2026
Effective leaders don't expect people to read their minds. Read more from Abbie Fink on why creating clarity and asking questions, rather than making assumptions, leads to stronger relationships and better outcomes.
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