#ICCC18 – crisis communication conference notes

I had the pleasure to moderate the 6th International Crisis Communication Conference which Quadriga University hosted during the 5th and 6th of April. Two intense days packed with panels, presentations, workshops and a simulation game and plenty of food for thought. A brief summary Prof. Dr. Denis Fischbacher-Smith witty keynote reminded participants how instrumental managers are …

PR Conversations with Thomas Stoeckle on PR for the 21st century

With the rapid changes in the communications landscape, including the technologies that enable/mediate communication, the skillset and job description of the PR practitioner is often in focus. More technical skills are in demand and more focus is on measurement and evaluation (so research and critical thinking). None of these point to PR being a management …

#Rezist in focus: reflections on how to keep civic activism going

The online book that Darren G. Lilleker and I have edited and published this June analyzing the #rezist anti-corruption protests in Romania has given us numerous opportunities of reflection. Protest PR and the future of civic activism in two events Ghildul activistului obosit (The guide of the fatigued activist) debate in Romania, organized by Frontline …