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Monthly Archives: October 2015

Survey Says: Social Media, Cyber Fears Dominate PR Media Training and Crisis Communication Trends

by Amy Doman

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Abby Winn
CommCore Consulting Group
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Survey Says: Social Media, Cyber Fears Dominate PR Media Training and Crisis Communications Trends

 

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Oct. 21, 2015 — A survey of Public Relations professionals by specialty communications firm CommCore confirms that Social Media is the prime driver of change in Media Training best practices, and that cyber-attacks and hacking are the greatest concerns of crisis communications managers. Read more

CAPping 30 Years in Business: Lessons from an Ongoing Successful Run

by Karla Carcamo

CommCore’s 30th anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on what has made our companya success – starting in a New York City apartment, now with offices in Washington, NY, Dallas, Los Angeles and consulting assignments on all continents except Australia and Antarctica.
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CommCore CEO in O’Dwyer’s: Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: PR Lessons from Kevin McCarthy Debacle

by Amy Doman

CommCore CEO Andy Gilman discusses PR Lessons from Kevin McCarthy Debacle in O’Dwyer’s October 8, 2015 edition.

He discusses the three lessons for PR pros who counsel clients on how to present themselves to the media:

  • Think before you speak
  • Work with your team on the best way to frame your message
  • Get (and protect) a seat at the table

Read more in O’Dwyer’s October 8, 2015 edition. Read more

Press Release: CommCore Turns 30

by Amy Doman

FOR RELEASE ON OCTOBER 12, 2015

CONTACT: Abby Winn
CommCore Consulting Group
awinn@localhost
202-659-4177

COMMCORE TURNS 30

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Oct. 12, 2015 —Specialty communications firm CommCore marked its 30th anniversary at Washington’s Mayflower Hotel with a nod to the keys to its success – founder and CEO Andrew Gilman credited the firm’s longevity to its adaptability, attention to client needs and service, and its people. Read more

The Week In PR – CommCore Celebrates 30 Years

by Amy Doman

CommCore mentioned in this week’s PR News edition on coverage on our 30th Anniversary Event that was held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC on October 8th from 6pm-9pm.

It was a night to celebrate, with jazz, good food and an open bar, but CommCore’s 30th birthday bash in Washington, DC had a serious side, too.

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