Our blog is where we share insights from the front lines of franchising, public relations, and marketing. From industry trends and strategic guidance to lessons learned through client work, we offer perspectives designed to help brands stay informed, competitive, and positioned for growth.
Brands are always looking for new and unique ways to authentically connect with their audience. Influencer partnerships have long been the popular choice to draw in new customers, but one avenue that remains untouched for a number of brands is user-generated content (UGC). Influencer and UGC partnerships are fairly similar, but blending the two strategies … Read more
Marketing trends are always changing, and it can be hard to keep up. As we head into 2022, we\’re tackling these trends using the proven methods our team mastered over our 10 years in business in new, innovative ways. Here are five marketing trends that franchises should take note of as we move into 2022. … Read more
It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone. After overcoming the triumphs and tribulations of the pandemic, 2021 truly embodied resilience. With a renewed feeling of hope, brought by vaccines, I’m challenging my staff to live mindfully and be present in the year ahead. Even in our structured hybrid, we still need to … Read more
Last week, we had a great time kicking off our second monthly team seminar with senior account lead Rosie Gillam. Rosie presented on a topic that is near and dear to our media-loving hearts, “Get Your Message Straight: Why Everyone Needs Media Training.” At All Points Public Relations, a Chicago-based franchise PR firm, we support … Read more
Just recently, our team decided to hold monthly seminars presented by our very own colleagues. This is a plan we are particularly excited about because… We want to hear one another’s thoughts on topics pertaining to franchise PR/Social Media Seminars are a fun way to grow professionally We have an excuse for team lunch (need … Read more
Franchise companies that have ambitious growth plans should consider an integrated public relations strategy. A truly integrated approach incorporates critical PR elements into a cohesive plan that strengthens franchise development efforts. At All Points Public Relations, a Chicago-based franchise PR firm, we believe that there are three necessary components to every PR strategy aimed at … Read more
Associate Adee Feiner reflects on her transition from sports reporting to being a publicist with All Points PR: I remember my very first time interviewing an athlete for my college newspaper. After the initial excitement of landing a coveted position as the Men’s Hockey beat writer for the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s The Daily Cardinal faded away, the panic … Read more
Businesses are leveraging the power of LinkedIn, the largest social network designed for dialogue relating to career advancement and general business matters like never before. As it relates to the industry where All Points Public Relations, a Chicago-based PR Firm, focuses its attention, franchising, LinkedIn is an asset to cherish and more and more brands … Read more
All Points PR secured an inspiring story about a private contractor who spent time in Afganastan. This motivating feature describes how to create a new beginning by launching a business. http://allpointspr.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Florida-Today-April-27-2014.pdf
