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Washington, DC
Joined February 2010
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It’s officially Mariah Carey season! The singer’s annual “defrosting” shows how a recognizable idea can become a tradition audiences anticipate year after year. For us, it’s a fun reminder of the power of consistency, creativity & knowing what resonates. ew.com/mariah-carey-2026-all…
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Marshall McLuhan’s observation that “the medium is the message” feels especially relevant today. @risj_oxford found that social media and video networks are now the most common way people access news, surpassing news organizations’ websites and apps. reutersinstitute.politics.ox…
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As audiences change how they consume information, organizations need to think as carefully about where they share their message as they do the message itself.
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Every horror movie has rules for survival. Turns out, a few apply to communications too. —Don’t ignore warning signs —Don’t wander off without a plan —Don’t assume the problem will disappear on its own The good news? You don’t have to wait until the end to make the right call.
🤖 Made with AI
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New platforms, tools and habits keep changing how people find and engage with content. Staying effective as a communicator means noticing those shifts and being willing to rethink how, where and when you reach the people who matter.
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.@muckrack's 2026 State of Journalism found AI adoption among journalists has reached 82%, reshaping information discovery. For organizations, that means thinking beyond Search Engine Optimization and adding Generative Engine Optimization into strategy. media.muckrack.com/documents…
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Messages don’t exist in a vacuum. They have to connect with the audience they are designed to motivate — and be delivered through effective channels of communication.
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Most journalist’s receive 50+ pitches a week, and 72% say fewer than a quarter are relevant to their beat. The ones that stand out make reporting easier with real angles, useful sources and specificity — respecting the journalist’s time. Help tell the story, not just sell it.
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The Super Bowl may be advertising's winning touchdown, but it's far from the only play on the field. As @Adweek's latest roundup shows, brands use @NFL kickoff season to launch campaigns, introduce partnerships and connect with fans long before February. adweek.com/brand-marketing/2…
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For communicators, it's a reminder that effective campaigns — like big wins — don't happen in one big moment. The brands that stand out are often the ones that show up early and build momentum, one play at a time
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Can bringing an iced coffee to an interview cost you a job? @washingtonpost's recent article unpacks the viral debate between people who see it as ordinary and those who see it as unprofessional. washingtonpost.com/business/…
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The difference in reactions is a reminder that audiences don’t experience messages in a vacuum. They bring their own expectations, experiences and assumptions to every interaction. At Fratelli, we know a message is only half the equation. The audience completes it.
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For a firm with roots in Hollywood film production, that’s nothing new. Whether it’s a feature film, a documentary or a communications campaign, people still connect with stories that feel authentic.
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Nearly 40 years after “A Different World” first introduced audiences to Hillman College, @Netflix is bringing it back for a new generation. Like a lot of people, we fell down a rabbit hole of great reboots, questionable ones and what separates the two. variety.com/2026/tv/reviews/…
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The best ones don't simply recreate what worked before. They find the heart of the original story and make it relevant today. That's true for TV shows, brands, organizations and leaders alike. Nostalgia may get attention. Bringing people along keeps them engaged.
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Media monitoring & analysis ranked as the most critical tool for PR success in @Cision's survey of comms professionals. Brand awareness was named the top priority for 2026, while storytelling & content creation topped the list of skills that matter most. cision.com/resources/guides-…
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These findings validate our approach w/ clients: better intelligence leads to better storytelling, & better storytelling drives brand awareness. Remember: great stories start w/ understanding your audience, knowing what's shaping the conversation & engaging at the right moment.
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It’s Dolly Parton Day—a celebration of someone who's taught us so much about communication. Most importantly: being your authentic self can be the most powerful message. Hope you treat yourself to a cup of ambition today and don’t have to work 9–5 on 9/25. forbes.com/sites/williamarru…
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