By Robert Hall for The Times The cyberattack on Marks & Spencer in the UK and power failures in Spain and Portugal show that disruption can occur at any time to companies and countries alike. No matter what the causes, the results can be catastrophic in both financial and societal terms. As we can all […]
By Lars Faeste and Kate Brader for FTI Consulting As 2025 unfolds, boardrooms worldwide face heightened complexities. Uncertainty, compounded by decisions on tariffs, supply chain pivots, conflicting regulatory approaches across key markets, rapid tech leaps and game-changing geoeconomic tensions, demand that boards be crisis-ready in extraordinary times. It’s not about micromanaging every detail—it’s about the […]
By Bruce Hennes, Hennes Communications In today’s unpredictable economic climate, companies are being pulled into political crosscurrents whether they like it or not. One day, it’s a new tariff on foreign steel. The next, it’s retaliatory levies on U.S. goods. The landscape changes fast—and your customers, suppliers, employees, and investors want answers. Here’s the challenge: […]
Reviewed by Devon Frye for Psychology Today In today’s information-saturated world, directly correcting false claims is often seen as the go-to strategy for combating misinformation. But what if there’s another, less confrontational approach that can be just as—if not more—effective? A new study offers insight into a technique called bypassing, which avoids head-on correction and instead […]
By Andrew Frank, Founder and President, KARV for Forbes Not so long ago, the extent of communications surrounding a lawsuit or trial was minimal. There would be occasional press releases announcing significant decisions. Sometimes, if a trial really garnered significant media attention, the leading attorney would answer questions from reporters outside the courthouse. In today’s […]
By Nick Hansen for the American Bar Association “If you can see it coming, it’s not a crisis,” said Bruce Hennes, CEO of Hennes Communications, to audience members at his a Bar Leadership Institute workshop “Speaking Out or Strategic Silence? Organizational Approaches to Issuing Public Statements.” Hennes, along with (now former) Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association […]
By Taylor Osher for PRNews In the age of social media, phrases can go viral overnight. Such viral moments have become a staple of online culture—shaping trends, influencing language, and even driving consumer behavior. Their viral nature can make phrases powerful cultural assets, leading individuals and businesses to try to protect them as trademarks and […]
By Lindsey Bradshaw for PRNews Layoffs, particularly over the past year, have become a predictable reality. And unfortunately, most companies aren’t ready when it comes to communication and public response. In 2024, Tesla (14,500), Intel (15,000), Cisco (10,000), and Meta (3,600) all experienced major layoffs. Layoffs aren’t only a reality for tech companies, as federal government workers deal with with major firings through […]
By Katie Suiters for PRNews For many companies, CEOs are seen as the default spokesperson. They’re the face of the company. But that doesn’t mean the media always sees them as the best source. New data from Edelman’s Trust Barometer shows only 30% of journalists say CEOs are the most credible voice for company information, which means […]
By Marc Hill for Domestic Preparedness Training is an important aspect of the careers of first responders. How that training is delivered will depend a great deal on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the instructor or speaker. A trainer speaking to new first responders should assume only a basic level of understanding and skill […]