PR in the Real World offers a unique perspective into the world of PR through the lens of a regional PR agency, Viva – recently named the CIPR's UK Small PR Consultancy of the Year.
The podcast offers insights into PR, marketing, and communications and it is shaped by the communities Viva serves—both geographically and across key sectors such as healthcare, advanced manufacturing, education, and the public sector.
The podcast highlights Viva's ethos that PR should be impact-driven, and guests offer tips on how to gain real-world results without necessarily relying on huge budgets or celebrity names.
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PR in the Real World offers a unique perspective into the world of PR through the lens of a regional PR agency, Viva – recently named the CIPR's UK Small PR Consultancy of the Year.
The podcast offers insights into PR, marketing, and communications and it is shaped by the communities Viva serves—both geographically and across key sectors such as healthcare, advanced manufacturing, education, and the public sector.
The podcast highlights Viva's ethos that PR should be impact-driven, and guests offer tips on how to gain real-world results without necessarily relying on huge budgets or celebrity names.
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In this powerhouse episode of PR in the Real World, host Tony Garner welcomes Sarah Waddington - interim CEO of PRCA and co-founder of Socially Mobile - for a rich discussion on the current and future state of PR. Sarah shares her journey from regional agency leader to national advocate for professional standards, diversity and regional inclusion.
We delve into the impact of geopolitical and technological changes, the role of AI in communications, and how initiatives like PitchForward and Socially Mobile are reshaping industry norms. Whether you're an agency leader, comms professional, or aspiring practitioner, this episode is packed with insights on leadership, lifelong learning and building a more inclusive PR industry.
Want to know more about what we discussed? Here's some helpful links...
Sarah's website: https://www.sarah-waddington.co.uk/
Sarah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahwaddingtoncbe/
Socially Mobile: https://www.sociallymobile.org.uk/
CIPR: https://www.cipr.co.uk/
PRCA Pitch Forward: https://www.prca.global/explore-pr/campaigns/prca-pitch-forward
Future Proof Community: https://wadds.co.uk/futureproof
Institute of Directors: https://www.iod.com/
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