Deirdre Blak
2021 and the rise of identity economics
As businesses become more scrutinized in the wake of political turmoil, protecting your brand reputation requires adherence to these fundamental rules.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Ted Kitterman
The words of MLK serve as inspiration for communicators
Comms pros seeking to build community, calm factions and find common ground should reflect on the civil rights leader’s teachings.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
5 outspoken responses to the US Capitol riots
What were the strongest responses to a violent crisis that embroiled the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6? Here’s our op-ed on the organizations we think stood out and spoke up.
Ronald Roberts
How to initiate a culture of DE&I change
When done right, the work will be painful, says Finn Partners’ managing partner, but it is worth the effort.
Dorothy Crenshaw
How corporate communicators can help the country heal
There’s a massive rift of viewpoints in the U.S., but comms pros can be a bridge toward greater unity, understanding and reconciliation. Here’s how.
Ted Kitterman
During COVID-19, the pivot must serve customers’ needs
While e-commerce strategies are helping legacy brands stay afloat, here’s how communicators can take advantage of the crisis to offer unique value.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
How communicators and companies are responding—and should respond—to the Capitol riot
Silence is not a ‘safe’ messaging play. Companies need to communicate their values, internally and externally, in the aftermath of such a jarring event, and their comms teams should help shape the strategy.
Kim Clark
What an inclusive language toolkit should cover
As diversity and inclusion efforts take shape, words and phrases emerge as crucial elements for cultivating mutual respect among co-workers. Consider these steps in developing a protocol.
Annique Simpson
7 ways to support black colleagues and mitigate racial bias
Listen, read, educate yourself, champion your colleagues of color, and call out blindspots about racism or inequality.
Rob Reinalda
Panel: Racial injustice demands action, not just rhetoric
Corporate vows and fleeting public attention make words spoken today, however impassioned, likely to float away unless executives and activists take definite steps to correct imbalances.
Zach Ferenchak
How comms students see ethics as the foundation for future work
For young pros, already developing projects as part of their agency groups on campus, an ethical backbone to PR work offers path through uncertain future.
Robby Brumberg
The new now: Top 2021 internal communication trends
Here’s what to expect—and prioritize—in what’s sure to be another turbulent year ahead.
Ragan Insider Tony Silber
Nasdaq seeks a rule requiring diversity on boards of directors of listed companies
The goal is to provide transparency and enhance investor confidence.
Dorothy Crenshaw
9 comms predictions for 2021
Be prepared for a year of digital domination, concrete DE&I action, and livestreamed events.
Billy Shipp
How can businesses meaningfully support charities this holiday season?
If there was ever a time to prioritize charitable giving, it’s now. Here’s how companies can maximize donations, boost engagement and spread goodwill.
