Blogs
Mi:t&Links PR Awards
Our director Ellen Gunning has been a judge of the prestigious Mi:t&Links Awards for the past 8 years. These are the Baltic PR Awards which attract entries from Latvia, Lithuanian…
Pulse Z Journalism Initiative
Our director Ellen Gunning serves on the European Editorial Board of Pulse Z, a journalism initiative for young people. She recently attended the PulseZ Festival in Brussels, Belgium. 140 aspiring…
Jim Walsh – PR Hall of Fame
Our colleague and friend Jim Walsh was recognised by the PR Consultants Association (PRCA) (Ireland) at an awards ceremony in the prestigious Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin. Our director Ellen Gunning…
PR Museum
Our director Ellen Gunning visited the PR Museum on Wall Street, New York City, recently. What a thrill!! It is the only museum in the world dedicated to public relations,…
PR Educations Evolution
PR Educations Evolution By: Avery Strause In today’s fast-paced digital world, communication has evolved rapidly, and so has the field of public relations. As technology continues to reshape the way…
Branding & Society
Branding & Society By: Avery Strause 12/03/2024 In a world where consumers increasingly demand authenticity and social responsibility from brands, the way to stay relevant and reputable in branding is…
The World of PR
The World of PR By: Avery Strause 10/03/2024 Journey into the realm of public relations as it pertains to politics, print, and health. Sangeeta Waldron, Renowned Author, and PR and…
How PR Professionals work with Influencers
How PR Professionals work with Influencers By: Ellen Gunning Navigating the influencer landscape in public relations requires a delicate balance of choosing reputable influencers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering…
Thoughtful Social Media Strategy Trumps Random Posts
In today’s digital age, social media has become an indispensable tool for businesses, influencers, and individuals alike. With billions of users worldwide, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn offer…
How Taylor Swift Triumphed with a Great Communications Strategy
Taylor Swift, a musical phenomenon, has not only captivated audiences with her melodies but also strategically managed her public image throughout her career. From her debut as a 16-year-old country…
Irish Academy Former Student Makes Front Page
Delighted to see our former student Peter Kelly’s article making the front page of the Irish Examiner in the US. We want to thank him for his testimonial. Peter is…
Tech for Disability Fitness
Fitness App for People with Disabilities Many years ago the Irish Academy of Public Relations worked with Cerebral Palsy Sports, handling PR for their participation in the New York…
Demise of Journalism
The demise of respect for journalists Sean Quinn is a well-known Irish businessman who built, and lost, the Quinn empire now re-branded as Mannok. . In September of this year…
Citizen Journalism
Growth of Citizen Journalism In his recent masterclass presentation on Citizen Journalism, Dr Nidal Abu Zaki , the founder of Orient Planet Group in Dubai, looked at the…
5 Fascinating Facts about Canadian Irish Connections
I recently heard the Canadian Ambassador to Ireland , Her Excellency Nancy Smyth, speaking about the historical connections between Canada and Ireland and I was genuinely surprised by how…