Written by intern: Elexis Hipp
PR firm Weber Shandwick recently published their third annual nationwide poll of consumer opinions on CEO activism. It found that more consumers expect CEOs to take definitive stances on controversial issues. Read more
CommCore Blog and News
CEO Andy Gilman weighs in on latest Papa John’s PR crisis
Papa John’s Founder, CEO, and iconic face of the brand, John Schnatter, has a history of making controversial comments. However, it was his latest that caused him to abruptly resign as chairman. Read more
Welcome Shota Hasui to the NY Office!
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Core welcomes Shota Hasui as our new Assistant Account Manager in our New York office. Read more below to get to know him.
Three words you would use to describe yourself…
Deliberate, Thoughtful, Creative. Read more
Resignation of Papa John’s Chairman John Schnatter Draws Comparisons to Fmr. Uber CEO Travis Kalanick
After admitting he used the “N-word” during a company conference call in May, Papa John’s founder and CEO John Schnatter resigned as chairman earlier this week. This was not the first time he received media backlash after his controversial comments. Read more
Media Training Tips for TV Interviews: How to Talk to the Media
A guest appearance on live or live-on-tape TV or radio, or on a live podcast is the perfect opportunity to gain visibility, credibility, build your business, or advocate for a point of view. Read more
SVP Nick Peters quoted in CNN Money article on CEO’s response to Trump’s immigration border policy
The images from the warehouses and tent camps along the Southern Texas border where thousands of immigrant children have been detained after being separated from their parents are powerful. Now, top executives and CEOs of American companies such as Apple, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs and others are condemning the Trump administration’s policy. Read more
Media Training 101: Tips for Meeting the Press
Meeting the press and giving interviews can make even the most seasoned communicator nervous, which is why media training is a must for everyone in the public eye these days. Whether you’re introducing a new product with a follow-up Q&A, attending a conference, on-live TV, or taking part in a satellite media tour – you’ll always need to be prepared to address the press. Read more
Media Training 101: Tips for Meeting the Press
Meeting the press and giving interviews can make even the most seasoned communicator nervous, which is why media training is a must for everyone in the public eye these days. Whether you’re introducing a new product with a follow-up Q&A, attending a conference, on-live TV, or taking part in a satellite media tour – you’ll always need to be prepared to address the press. Read more
Meet our new Summer intern Elexis Hipp
CommCore welcomes intern Elexis Hipp to the team this summer! Elexis is a senior at American University majoring in Public Relations and Strategic Communications, with a minor in History. Read more below to get to know her. Read more