Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Sony decision not to release ‘The Interview’ draws backlash
Critics say the company is caving to pressure from terrorists; others say it’s the right decision. (Updated)
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Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Kmart apologizes for layaway fiasco
The retailer is scrambling after many customers received cancellation notices–even though their purchases had been paid in full.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Sears CEO posts lengthy explanation for store closings
A blog post by Eddie Lampert explained in no uncertain terms why the chain closed 200 stores in the past year.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Facebook creates ’empathy team’ to relate to users
The social network’s new group seeks to understand what it’s like to be an individual or business manager using the platform, but will you actually benefit from this new directive?
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
CSX parodies crisis comms with ‘Claus Conspiracy’
The transportation company is celebrating the holidays with a send-up response to a fictional conspiracy theorist.
Ragan Insider Sarah Skerik
What distinguishes content marketing from brand journalism?
One keys on amplifying the brand identity and building affinity; the other focuses more on the customer’s journey—but which is which? It’s all about the desired outcome.
Ragan Insider Laura Hale Brockway
8 great gifts for word lovers
Not sure what to get as holiday gifts for the word nerds and grammar sticklers in your life? Try these suggestions.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
’80s cartoon character takes over Honda’s Twitter account
He-Man’s ‘Masters of the Universe’ villain Skeletor took control of the auto maker’s Twitter account for a day. It was magic.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
GOP spokeswoman resigns after criticizing the First Daughters
PR pros can take note from the soon-to-be former political communications director’s recent debacle. Critics say her comments about President Obama’s daughters, and subsequent apology, were anything but classy.
Ragan Insider Elizabeth Engle
Reheating the Thanksgiving brand
If Thanksgiving had a PR team, how could it draw some attention to a holiday that is often overshadowed?
Ragan Insider Beki Winchel
5 Thanksgiving marketing strategies
Brand managers must be even savvier to capture the attention of audiences over the long Thanksgiving weekend.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Despite rumors, Budweiser’s Clydesdales are here to stay
Recent reports suggested the iconic horses would be moved to the stables in favor of millennial-friendly marketing. The beer’s brand managers say it isn’t so.
Ragan Insider Beki Winchel
UVA officials and students respond to ‘rape culture’ allegations
The university scrambled to respond to a troubling ‘Rolling Stone’ article. Critics are calling the message, ‘too little, too late.’
Ragan Insider Dorothy Crenshaw
Is anything ever really ‘off the record’?
An Uber executive’s remarks became big news though they weren’t intended for publication. It’s always important to set ground rules with reporters.
Ragan Insider Kevin Allen
Radio Shack changes Thanksgiving Day hours after employee backlash
The struggling electronics retail chain reversed its decision to stay open all day during the holiday, and will instead give workers a midday break.
