Nathan Richter

Curious about the opportunities and pitfalls in using AI for advocacy campaigns? I'll be participating in a panel discussion next Thursday (May 16) at 2:00 ET with some AI superstars. This webinar will be a great chance to introduce yourself to the world of AI and the dos and don'ts for using AI in your advocacy campaigns. Thank you to VoterVoice (Part of FiscalNote) for inviting me to be part of this event. I hope to "see" you there. #grassroots #advocacy #digitalstrategy #ai Rubenstein Impact Group, LLC FiscalNote

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When executed well, embargoes are a great way to build trust and rapport with the journalists you work with most often and establish relationships with new contacts. When used incorrectly or too often, it could hurt your credibility and waste journalists’ time. Get more tips in my latest blog 👇

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This article from Columbia Journalism Review is fascinating, and an argument for the importance of a reputation management communication plan. There are volumes authored by PR pros advising against ignoring reporters inquiries, yet this article documents how frequently it happens. Throughout my career, I can count on one hand the number of times I have made a calculated decision not to respond to a media request, and 99.9% of the time it was after multiple engagements with a reporter who repeatedly misrepresented or distorted information (even if not intentionally). I suspect, more often than not, reporters get ghosted because the brand is caught off guard. They haven't planned how they will respond in a reputation crisis. Or haven't socialized the planned response with stakeholders. If the PR team is haggling with executives and lawyers on what to say or how to say it when the reporters' questions start rolling in, the opportunity to frame the narrative is quickly lost. Thanks for sharing the article Jennifer Johnson Avril! https://lnkd.in/gYmTA9CW

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Monotype's Type Trends 2024 is a free download that seeks to explain popular typographic design rends that might otherwise defy definition. Case in point: Profeshinal - which could just as easily have been called, Why? https://bit.ly/3xM9Xep

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The first quarter of 2024 showed us that the incredible pace of pharma deal making is likely to continue. Check out this insightful summary from our recent PRWeek roundtable on the power of communications to make or break your deal. #HeartofHealth #PRWeek #corporatecommunications

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In the world of research data, trust is built on accuracy and transparency. Noble Predictive Insights is committed to ensuring accuracy and full transparency about our polling methods, which is why we always include comprehensive methodology statements and a sample summary with each and every poll we do. It's the cornerstone of credible polling. #Transparency #Trust #Accuracy   

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This is a fascinating study on how GenAI is transforming the newsrooms of the world’s leading media outlets, including views from early adopters and critics, authored by our very own Michael Steavenson #GenAI #media #communications #pr

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The 46th FIPP World Media Congress Report provides a detailed overview of the main themes from the event as well as key insights and takeaways - an invaluable resource for understanding current media trends https://ow.ly/9u5U50SuPAs

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Misinformation and disinformation, the threat of deepfakes, the rise of AI, dwindling workforces and resources - are converging trends undermining the quality of and trust in the media? Have a read of this excellent piece by Tom Harper, APCO European head of media and former Sunday Times journalist, in POLITICO today.

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The first quarter of 2024 showed that the pace of pharma deal making is likely to continue. Rarely is there a focus on the role communicators play in maintaining corporate reputation throughout these important milestones. Syneos Health Communications brought together a group of industry experts to share perspectives on where communicators need to be and when, predictable scenarios to prepare for and the critical role of trust and humanity. A link to the PRWeek summary of the closed-door session is below. #healthcare #communications #publicrelations

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Why do we do PR? Well, I would answer it's because trust and confidence among all audiences is at historic lows—an avg of 28%. With low/no trust, there is no commerce, there are no deals and business GRINDS to a halt. So, THAT is why we do PR. https://lnkd.in/g9M-_JQ4 #publicrelations, #pr, #trust, #credibility

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Thrilled to have hosted a webinar on the Ethnicity Pay Gap with three exceptional experts on the subject. Our discussion delved into systemic biases, actionable solutions, and the imperative for change. Let's turn insights into action for a more equitable future. #EthnicityPayGap #DiversityandInclusion

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The PRCA has just issued essential guidance for public affairs professionals with the upcoming General Election. This isn't your typical memo; it's a call to action for all of us in the field. In the world of business, politics has an impact on every aspect. The guidance the PRCA provides is an essential toolbox to ensure that our engagement is ethical and impactful. It emphasises the importance of transparency, integrity, and improving our performance. We must stay well-informed, contribute thoughtfully, and maintain the highest ethical standards to succeed. Let's ensure we familiarise ourselves with these new guidelines and make our voices heard in the political sphere…for all the right reasons. #PublicAffairs #EthicalEngagement #PRCA #GeneralElection2024 #BusinessStrategy #IntegrityInAction

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Avōq just released insightful research into the changing media preferences of D.C. policy insiders. LinkedIn is up, Twitter is down... but there is a lot more to it than that! To get a deeper look, download the topline and schedule a full briefing to learn what these changes mean for your policy communications strategy: https://lnkd.in/eMpRhMZh

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I wrote a piece for Politico on major trends buffeting the media including artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and fighting disinformation in an age of dwindling resources. The conclusion is that founders, CEOs, politicians and others in the public eye now face an exponentially increasing threat of reputational damage. In today’s media landscape, a single negative review can quickly go viral, a poorly phrased statement can trigger a global backlash and an ill-judged joke can wreck careers. While the media world’s pace of change is dizzying, the words written by businessman Warren Buffett almost a decade ago have never been more relevant: “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.” Article here: https://lnkd.in/dtTNY4PU

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How do policymakers in D.C. and those who engage them get their information? It depends on their partisan leanings. Check out the results of Avōq's research below.

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