📰 In this week’s industry news, communicators sound off on the non-negotiables of their craft, our team member joins other PR leaders to gear up for a global podcast conversation on the future of AI, and a top New Jersey firm claims the No. 1 spot in new statewide rankings. We have those stories and more below.
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Communicators Share the Hills They’ll Die On – Communicators took to social media to share the non-negotiables of their profession, including ditching rigid comms plans and insisting on a clear end goal before issuing a news release. Nearly 300 responses poured in, touching on strategy, agility and, yes, strong opinions about the Oxford comma. The takeaway? Flexibility matters, but principles still are most important. Read the highlights.
EIN Presswire to Join Podcast on the Future of AI and PR – Mark your calendars, as an executive team member of EIN Presswire will take part in a global fireside chat next week examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping public relations. Matt Kovacs of Blaze PR and Jeremy Fields of Newsmatics (parent company of EIN Presswire) will join popular host Bonnie Graham on the Technology Revolution podcast to discuss AI-driven branding and the future of the industry. Curious how PR leaders are adapting to AI? Tune in to the livestream and join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook or YouTube.
APRA Secretary-General Urges Ethical AI Use in Journalism – African Public Relations Association Secretary-General Omoniyi Ibietan used a keynote address at Daily Post’s 2025 staff retreat to examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping journalism and media ethics. Writing in a new op-ed, Ibietan argued that while AI is transforming content production and distribution, journalists must remain grounded in professional standards, accountability and public interest reporting. Read the full op-ed. This piece was published in Africa Marketing Industry News, part of Affinity Group Publishing.
Rubenstein Public Relations Named AOR for Manhattan Jewish Experience – Rubenstein Public Relations has recently been named agency of record for the Manhattan Jewish Experience and will lead the global book tour for The Jewish Experience, a new release by Rabbi Mark Wildes. The book explores core Jewish beliefs and practices, from prayer and charity to Shabbat and social responsibility, and why they still matter today. RPR will manage a comprehensive PR campaign. The announcementwas distributed via EIN Presswire’s new distribution platform with the USA TODAY Network, extending press release visibility through one of the largest media ecosystems in the country.
From Adidas to the Classroom: New Marketing Instructor at Hillsdale – After nearly a decade in marketing, with a stint at Adidas, Neil Watson is now at Hillsdale College as a marketing instructor, where he brings real-world experience into his courses. He teaches classes like Marketing Management and Consumer Behavior, blending theory with hands-on projects to prepare students for real career scenarios. Students say his industry background makes concepts easier to apply, while Watson credits Hillsdale’s liberal arts foundation for shaping strong marketers. This newswas featured in Florida Marketing News, part of Affinity Group Publishing.
Steinreich Communications Tops NJ PR Firms in 2025 Rankings – Steinreich Communications Group ranked No. 1 among New Jersey public relations firms, reporting $73 million in state PR fees, according to NJBIZ data. The Hackensack-based firm leads a list of 15 agencies statewide, followed by AKCG, 3E Public Relations, Kessler PR Group and Jaffe Communications, reflecting a competitive PR market spanning health care, tech, education and government. Find out more.
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