June 19, 2025
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The Enduring Lessons of Scouting
Introduction by Bruce Hennes, Hennes Communications
Scouting isn’t what it once was — its legacy marred by tragic misconduct. Yet for many, it remains a profoundly formative experience. Even today, the core lessons of preparedness, teamwork and resilience still matter. A recent piece by Ethan Beaty in The Domestic Preparedness Journal reminds us: there are still valuable ways to help young people build these essential skills.
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The Rule of Law
The latest issue of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s Bar Journal features on its front cover the first 24 words of the Ohio attorney’s oath, setting the tone for an issue filled with powerful perspectives from attorneys, judges and thought leaders who fight every day to preserve the integrity of our legal system. Here, you can read 35 powerful essays on the opening pages of this month’s issue.
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The Right Way to Decline a Media Opportunity and Preserve the Relationship
According to a recent study shared by Cision, “45% of communications leaders identified content creation as a top priority; however, only 33% rate themselves as ‘excellent’ at articulating a compelling brand story.” As communicators and strategists, we understand the importance of telling a story authentically and meeting a deadline. That’s why it is critical to maximize potential by aligning with the right media outlets — and perhaps more importantly, divesting from the wrong ones.
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In a Crisis, Leaders are Often Judged by Their Words
In crisis moments, words matter — fast. Few mastered this art like Robert D. McFadden of The New York Times, whose elegant deadline writing spanned six decades and 10,000 stories. If you want to write clearly under pressure, start by reading those who do it best.
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Power Failures Show Urgent Need for Resilience Strategy
Cyberattacks and power failures 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 potentially be affected by such disruptions, the issue of resilience comes to the fore. This is the ability not only to survive but also to thrive during shocks and stresses.
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Barbara Walters Didn’t Just Break Barriers. She Rewrote the Rules. Then She Did it Again.
Barbara Walters shattered glass ceilings and set new standards for journalistic excellence as the first woman to co-host The Today Show and the first woman to co-anchor a national evening news program. Beyond anchoring, Walters was renowned for her compelling interviews with world leaders, celebrities and newsmakers. She created "The View." The winner of multiple Emmy Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, her legacy endures through the countless journalists she inspired and the barriers she broke for women in the industry.
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Crisis Communications: It’s Not Just Another Line on a Law Firm’s Website
As more PR and law firms rush to add “crisis communications” to their services — often without seasoned experts — the risk of making a bad situation worse increases. In this important piece, Australian crisis expert Tony Jaques examines the accelerating trend of legal teams taking the lead in crisis response — sometimes sidelining professional communicators. He explores what happens when legal strategy overshadows reputation management and offers valuable lessons for leaders navigating today’s complex risk landscape. A must-read for anyone involved in high-stakes crisis planning.
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6/24/25 Indiana School Boards Association
6/26/25 Consortium of State School Boards Association - Education Safety Conference
9/18/25 Columbus Bar Association
9/23/25 Ohio Trucking Association
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10/21/25 Managing Partner Bootcamp
11/18/25 Private Seminar
12/11/25 Columbus Bar Association
12/18/25 Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
12/30/25 Columbus Bar Association
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