GRC PR 360

Helen Neal is the founder of HN Communications, a thought leadership consultancy that works with some of the world's most popular brands (Bosch, Asahi) leading the way to net zero. She is also the host of the Leaders LIVE podcast, an online thought leadership platform that brings together businesses, government, and NGOs to debate the biggest challenges facing our world today. Here, she shares how...

Brian Bogert is a performance coach, motivational speaker, and business strategist who strives to create unparalleled growth for individuals and organizations. He’s worked with businesses and nonprofits, including the Lockton Companies and the American Cancer Society. Bogert is also a member of the Forbes Council, an invite-only community for the most successful executives and entrepreneurs. Here,...

Adam Albright-Hanna is the founder of A-Ha! Audience Builders and a digital strategy and creative consulting specialist. His clients include "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," the 2008 Obama campaign, Upworthy, The Onion, GOOD Worldwide, and Someecards. Here, he talks about being an early trending-content innovator and the dos and don'ts of going viral in 2023.  Key Takeaways: - The ea...

Jo Ann LeSage Nelson is the Vice President of Client Services at Pierce Communications in Albany, New York, and a former member of the Executive Committee of the National Board of Directors of the Public Relations Society of America. She’s an active community volunteer and frequently speaks on the topics of media relations, crisis communications, and business writing. Here, she discusses crisis ma...

In a role reversal, PR 360's regular host Tod Perry is interviewed by Global Results Communications Vice President Casey Bush. Tod has a long history of working in media, having worked in radio promotions for 97.1 KLSX, as a copywriter in the tech and advertising worlds, and as a journalist for Upworthy. He's also hosted numerous podcasts in various genres, from comedy ("Low Budget FM") and spirit...

Dan Kloeffler has decades of experience in broadcast news, having anchored and reported for outlets such as ABC News, NBC News, and MSNBC. His background as a journalist and senior media relations strategist led him to create The Salt Standard, a media training company. Here, Dan shares how he empowers people to share their stories with conviction and authenticity. Key Takeaways: - How to be more...

Jordan Mendoza got his start in journalism as the editor-in-chief for The Daily Titan at Cal State Fullerton, and now he’s a reporter for USA Today. His normal beat is trending content and breaking news for Universal Now, but he was on the scene for the horrific aftermath of the Lunar New Year shooting in Monterey Park. Here, he shares the lessons he learned from covering the tragedy and gives the...

Rich Kagan is the president of Last Minute Media Deals and has a storied history in the world of direct-response radio. He is the founder of the Howard Stern Ad Network, Wingman Advertising, and former VP of Sales for CBS Radio. Here, he talks about the early days of selling ads on “The Howard Stern Show,” the importance of authenticity in advertising, and his rules for choosing a celebrity spokes...

Prakruti Nadendla is a seasoned social media and communications professional with experience working within B2B, B2C, and nonprofit organizations. She currently manages the social program at Enterprise Community Partners, an affordable housing nonprofit. She's also the host of The Webtoon Room, where she analyzes online comics for a passionate audience. Here, she shares how she creates community e...

Shawn P. Walchef is a podcast host, business coach, and the founder of Cali BBQ Media. Since opening the first Cali BBQ restaurant in 2008, he has grown the San Diego-area chain to 5 locations and created a global brand through the power of digital storytelling. Here, he discusses how he developed his brand by leaning into crazy, cultivating curiosity and by following his grandfather’s example. Ke...

Sharon Oddy is Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications at iconectiv. In her role, Sharon is responsible for global marketing and communication initiatives as well as brand management, public relations, and digital strategy. On this, her third appearance on PR 360, Sharon talks about the current state of telecommunications fraud and how the government and companies are working to m...

Annie Scranton is an expert in thought leadership and the owner of Pace PR, which represents a diverse roster of clients, including Hint Water, Fast Company, Albert, and ConsenSys. Before forming Pace PR, Annie worked for nearly a decade as a television producer, booking for major networks such as CNN, Fox News, CNBC, and MSNBC. Here, she shares how people in any industry can become thought leader...

Camille Elizabeth Bergin is an aerospace engineer and science communicator known as @TheGalacticGal on social media, where she has earned over half a million followers. Here, we discuss how Bergin is working to make STEM education more inclusive by breaking down barriers to entry and encouraging young people to pursue their passions.  Key Takeaways: - You don’t have to be a rocket scientist t...

Our guest is Cahill Camden, the CEO of Digital Vision Media Group, an agency that helps Web3 and technology companies optimize growth. Here, he shares his thoughts on the positive things happening in the world of blockchain and how to steer clear of the hype. Later, he explains his latest startup, Press Jockey—a tool that allows businesses to get up to five times more press, with 90% less effort....

Our guest is Sana A. Ahmed, a remote strategist whose focus is helping people build “monster” personal brands. Here, she shares her unique, counter-intuitive belief that by embracing the opposition and going against the tide, people can find their unique voices. Key Takeaways: - How to build a monster brand by discovering what you're against. - How to overcome the struggles of building a personal...

Gustavo Arellano is a Los Angeles Times columnist, covering Southern California and beyond. Previously, he was an investigative reporter and editor at OC Weekly, where he penned a nationally syndicated column entitled “¡Ask a Mexican!” Here, Gustavo and Tod discuss how media organizations can better talk to the Latino community, why Orange County is underrated, and the dos and don’ts of Twitter. K...

Rob Aurelius is the founder of ARCG Media Group, a digital marketing agency specializing in social media, content creation, and promotions. Here, he discusses ARCG’s tenth anniversary and how his love of professional wrestling led him to represent its legends and rising stars. Finally, Rob shares his tips for cultivating a personal brand and discusses the launch of his new networking platform, the...

Lisa Buffo, Founder & CEO of the Cannabis Marketing Association, discusses how she’s working to help the burgeoning cannabis industry overcome decades of misinformation about the product in a highly regulated environment. Buffo also explains the challenges of marketing a product with so many different uses. Key Takeaways: - How to change the public’s perception of cannabis in the face of histo...

In his second appearance on PR 360, Wing Lam, founder of Wahoo's Fish Taco, shares how he made it through the dog days of the pandemic by giving back to his community and frontline workers. He also discusses how inflation has affected the restaurant business and the unique way that surfing has helped him to be a successful businessperson. Key Takeaways: - How Wahoo's commitment to the community ha...

On today’s episode, we get to know our new host, Tod Perry, who shares how his career in media and love of podcasting led him to PR 360. This week’s guest is Lora Metzner, the Managing Director of Global Results Communications. After looking back at the world of PR during the Dot-Com Boom, Lora looks forward to the PR trends for 2023. Here, she shares how companies can do more with less, manage ne...

In This Episode… Check out the latest episode of PR 360 to find out everything you need to know about TikTok ads. This week’s guest is Ashley Wright, an expert in the field of TikTok ads as well as the Founder of Smash Cactus Media. Ashley shares his insights on how to create engaging TikTok content and generate ROI for your brand. Don't miss out – subscribe now and be sure to tune in every Wednes...

In This Episode… Are you a freelancer looking for ways to recession-proof your business or diversify your revenue streams? If so, this episode of PR 360 is for you! Samantha and Andrea, experts on all things freelancing, join us to discuss the challenges and trends of freelancing in the current climate. They also share their top tips on how to build a successful freelance business.   Key Take...

In This Episode… Are you a communicator looking to better serve your audience? Then this episode of PR 360 is for you! In it, communication expert Melissa Hariri discusses the importance of communicators and the significance of having fun with branding and communications, as they are essential to keeping consumers engaged. So, if you're looking to learn more about communicators and how to better s...

In This Episode… This week on PR 360, we talk to Twitter expert Samantha Kelly about the best ways to use Twitter for your business. Twitter is a powerful tool if used correctly, and Samantha shares her insights on how to build a community of brand advocates and make people feel special. We also discuss the new Communities tab and Twitter Spaces, and how PR professionals can use them to their adva...

In This Episode… Host Brett Deister welcomes Andrew Ellison, a PR professional with a decade of experience working in journalism and broadcast news. Andrew talks about how the most important thing in PR is storytelling, while the ability to take in complex information and distill it down to a digestible form is also key. He discusses the pivotal roles speed and accuracy play in broadcast news...