The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced winners of its 2020 Best Practice Awards today in an online Awards Gala ceremony attended by member agencies from across the globe virtually. “With the PRGN awards, we celebrate every year the outstanding work done by our member agencies and at the same time offer inspiration and ideas … Read More
Communicators from Around the World Convene Virtually to Exchange Knowledge and Develop Business Partnerships Globally
(Oct. 19, 2020 – NEW YORK) – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), hosted a lively panel discussion featuring agency leaders from around the world, discussing “The New World Ahead.” Held in conjunction with the network’s bi-annual Fall conference on October 16, this first-time virtual event was attended by nearly 200 communicators from around the … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Elects Robert Bauer as President
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced today the slate of new officers for one of the world’s five largest networks of independent PR and communications agencies. The appointments were announced during PRGN’s recent bi-annual Spring meeting, held virtually for the first time due to the Covid-19 pandemic. During the online video meeting – which replaced … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Adds Offices in Arkansas, Colorado, Oregon
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced today it has added three new locations to its global network, raising the number of its offices serving PR clients throughout the world to 53. PRGN is adding three new offices to its network in Little Rock, Arkansas, Denver, Colorado, and Portland, Oregon. PRGN will be represented in … Read More
PRGN Announces Winners of 2019 Best Practice Awards
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced winners of its annual Best Practice Awards at the end of October. “The PRGN Best Practice Awards reflect the wide range and diversity of talents that are represented by our global partners,” said PRGN President, Aaron Blank. “With 50 agencies around the globe, the awards represent the high … Read More
PRGN Names Three PR Agency Executives as Regional Vice Presidents
Embracing its newly approved Strategic Plan, the global PR agency network targets expansion in emerging markets in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and strengthens its capabilities by adding a new regional structure to drive growth To drive growth in emerging markets, strengthen regional representation and better address its global member agencies’ and clients’ needs, … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Elects Aaron Blank as President
Global communications group elects new president during bi-annual meeting The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced today the slate of new officers for one of the top five largest networks of independent PR and communications agencies. The appointments were announced during PRGN’s recent bi-annual meeting in Amersfoort, the Netherlands. At the Amersfoort meeting, attended by … Read More
Members of Public Relations Global Network Convene to Exchange Knowledge and Develop Business Partnerships Globally
Succession and acquisition strategies, digital solutions and services, growth in the Asia-Pacific region and reaching and involving Generation Z among larger opportunities discussed by global PR professionals at the bi-annual meeting. The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) held its bi-annual meeting in Amersfoort, the Netherlands, between May 16-18, 2019 where the group’s leadership teams discussed … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Adds Offices in Finland and New York
Global communications group adds two new member agencies from Helsinki (Finland) and New York (USA) during bi-annual meeting The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) selected two new agency members from Helsinki (Finland) and New York (USA) to one of the top five largest networks of independent PR and communications agencies. The group decided on admitting … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Signs Meltwater as Sponsor
Meltwater will offer PRGN Member agencies special insights and offers February 29, 2019 – Leading Media Intelligence firm Meltwater has signed on with the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the world’s largest international public relations networks, as a sponsor in 2019. The four-month sponsorship agreement enables Meltwater to showcase its media intelligence, … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Adds PR Agency Offices in India and Georgia
The Castle Group expands and adds its Atlanta, Georgia team to PRGN; Mileage Communications grows its presence and adds its New Delhi, India location into the network NEW YORK – January 15, 2019– The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced today that it has added two new locations to its global network, raising the number … Read More
Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) Selects its First Executive Director
Bucharest, Romania – November 8, 2018 – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced the appointment of Gábor Jelinek as its inaugural Executive Director at its fall meeting held in Bucharest, Romania in late October, and recognized its member agencies with awards for the best communications campaigns in the past year. As PRGN’s new Executive … Read More
VW Crisis Communications Failures Never End
Nearly 3 years after the VW emissions scandal broke worldwide, the CEO of VW-owned Audi is arrested for fraud, false advertising and hindering the investigation by German authorities. The first rule of crisis communications is to end the crisis and on something of this scale, that means untainted leadership and a willingness to right the … Read More
PR Implications of the Peace Summit in Singapore between President Trump of the USA and Chairman Kim of the DPRK
The Peace Summit between President Donald Trump of USA and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea held at The Capella Hotel on Sentosa Island concluded on 12 June. The historic meeting was considered a success, as both parties agreed to meet further to work out the details for a permanent … Read More
PRGN Elects C.L. Conroy as President
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced today the slate of new officers for one of the world’s largest PR agency networks. The appointments were announced during the consortium’s recent bi-annual meeting in Toronto, Canada. The three-day event, where the group’s leadership teams discuss best practices and find new ways to collaborate and develop business … Read More
PRGN at 25 – Change is the Only Constant in PR
Public Relations Global Network was founded 25 years ago to expand local knowledge into a communications provider that can serve clients in multiple markets. Like-minded independently owned and operated firms gathered together to share best practices, win worldwide business and enjoy the camaraderie of peers. But a lot has changed in the industry since then… … Read More
Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) Media Survey Reveals Growing Pressure on Reporters to Perform on Social Media
Survey also offers fresh insights into how reporters vet and work with high-profile interview sources LOS ANGELES, CALIF. – Nov. 28. 2017 – Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the largest international networks of independent public relations agencies, announced today the results of a worldwide media survey that finds increasing pressure on reporters to … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Marks 25 Years as the World’s Local Agency
Network complements five years of 20 percent growth by welcoming three new member firms from Brazil, Malaysia and Mexico KYOTO, JAPAN – 27 October 2017 – Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the largest international networks of independent public relations agencies, marked its 25th anniversary during its fall meeting in Kyoto, Japan, by welcoming … Read More
Looking for a PR Job? PRGN is a Global Job-Finding Resource for the Public Relations Industry
Whether you’re a recent graduate embarking on your first job-hunting adventure or a seasoned pro seeking a mid-career lane change, finding the right fit can be a confusing and stressful process. Through the long cycles of networking, researching and interviewing, it’s easy to lose sight of your own long game and where it is you … Read More
A PRGN Exchange: Takeaways from Two Agencies
NYC to Nashville Laura Vinci, CooperKatz How does five days spent in Nashville benefit the way we do business in New York City? From an event-planning lunch at O’Charley’s (including samples!) to Wine Wednesday meetings to PRSA networking events, this woman from the Big Apple got a chance to experience how things are done in … Read More
Global PR – Networking Across the World While Staying in One Spot
You always hear how important networking within your field is to finding a group of peers and mentors that can share experiences and best practices. The Fearey Group is lucky to get in-person access to more than 50 other independent agencies every year as a member of the Public Relations Global Network. PRGN, heading into … Read More
Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) Hits 50-Member Mark with Addition of Two New Agencies, Selects Christina Rytter as President
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) today announced the addition of two new communications agency affiliates to one of the world’s largest PR agency networks. These firms – S&A Communications and asoluto – joined PRGN during the consortium’s recent bi-annual meeting in Dallas, Texas. PRGN members elected Christina Rytter, managing director and founder of Copenhagen, … Read More
Welcome Y’all…PRGN Meets in Dallas
PRGN’s recent gathering in Dallas, Texas was a real meeting of the minds – and cultures. Hosted by local PRGN agency, Three Box Strategic Communications, senior communications leaders from around the world converged to talk about integrated media, new business, the challenges facing our industries today and a lot of “how do you do that … Read More
Two PRGN Representatives Elected Cannes Lions 2016 Jury
Barbara Pleban, owner and vice-president of Multi Communications, and Isabel Jorge de Carvalho, CEO and founding partner of Global Press, will be jury members of the 63rd edition of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
Public Relations Global Network Selects Evelyn Holtzhausen as President
Public Relations Global Network Selects Evelyn Holtzhausen as President HWB Communications founder to lead international network of independent public relations agencies Washington, D.C. – May 11, 2016 – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the largest international networks of leading independent public relations agencies, announced today the election of Evelyn Holtzhausen, founder and director of … Read More
SEO, Content and Trust – Top List of Global PR Takeaways
SEO, Content and Trust Top List of Global PR Takeaways from the Spring PRGN Global Leadership Conference Search engine optimization, digital content and trust topped the list of topics being discussed by top independent public relations agencies globally, according to the members of the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), who recently met during PRGN’s Semi-annual … Read More
The Top Takeaways from the Spring PRGN Global Leadership Conference
By Jim Bianchi , Bianchi PR, Detroit What do PR firm owners from around the world talk about when they get together? Search engine optimization, digital content and trust topped the list of subjects discussed by PRGN agency principals when they gathered in the last week of April for PRGN’s Semi-annual Global Leadership Conference ... Read More
Agencies in Minneapolis, New York and Hong Kong join Public Relations Global Network
New member agencies enhance capabilities and expand reach of global communications group PRGN looks to continue expansion in the U.S., Europe and in other markets around the globe Washington, D.C. – May 3, 2016 – Three top-notch communications firms, two in the U.S. and one in China, were welcomed as full members of the Public … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Announces Winners of 2015 Best Practice Awards
PRGN gives 39 international awards of excellence to 18 agency winners Cros (Russia) tops awards ceremony with 8 wins Dubai, United Arab Emirates – November 10, 2015 – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) recently announced the winners of its annual international Best Practice Awards competition. “This is a strong and competitive awards competition showcasing … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Adds Affiliate in Los Angeles (USA)
PRGN welcomes The Hoyt Organization to its 46 agency member network PRGN leadership is pursuing additional partnership opportunities in China, Africa, Belgium and New York Dubai, United Arab Emirates – November 9, 2015 – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) today announced it has selected The Hoyt Organization, Inc., a Los Angeles-area based full- service … Read More
American CEOs Preparing to be Interviewed by the Media Must Have an Online Presence
CEOs can best prepare for interviews by knowing how journalists prepare themselves while making sure their online personas are up-to-date While European journalists will permit CEOs to review quotes prior to publication, most U.S. media say no way! Preparing to be interviewed by a North American journalist in the United States or Canada? … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Announces New Affiliates in Turkey and Nashville (USA)
Addition of Reed Public Relations and Aristo Communications Adds to International Network’s Reach. SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), today announced the addition of two new agency affiliates from Nashville, Tennessee (U.S.A) and Istanbul, Turkey, bringing its global reach to 45 firms worldwide. The induction into the organization was made during PRGN’s … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Elects Ed Stevens, APR+M
South African-based Evelyn Holtzhausen Named President-Elect SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the top four international networks of leading independent public relations agencies, today announced the election of Edward M. Stevens, APR+M of Stevens Strategic Communications of Cleveland, Ohio, as president. Stevens will lead the worldwide network of 45 … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Announces New Affiliates in Detroit (USA) and Romania
Addition of Bianchi Public Relations and Free Communications Brings International Network’s Reach to 49 Members. LONDON – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) today announced the addition of two new agency affiliates from Detroit, Michigan (USA) and Romania, bringing its global reach to 49 cities worldwide. The induction into the organization was made during … Read More
American CEOs Preparing to be Interviewed By European Journalists Should Expect Different Practices, Reports New Study by PRGN
Good Chance a European Journalist Will Permit CEO to Review Quotes Prior to Publication. Don’t be Rude to a Spanish Journalist Preparing to be interviewed by a German or Italian journalist? Make sure there’s nothing in your personal life that you wouldn’t want included in a news story. That’s among the findings of … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Elects Uwe Schmidt as President
PRGN with new leadership Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the world’s leading international networks of independent public relations agencies, today announced the election of Uwe Schmidt, CEO and co-owner of Industrie-Contact (IC AG) in Hamburg, Germany as its new president. Schmidt will lead the worldwide network of 47 independently owned firms on … Read More
PRGN continues global expansion in Q3 2013
Member agencies worldwide acquired 51 new clients from 21 sectors in total Media relations, crisis communications and strategic counselling are what clients ask for most Los Angeles, USA, Frankfurt, Germany (December 19, 2013) — The member agencies of the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), one of the world’s leading networks of independent public relations consultancies, … Read More
PRGN Announces New Worldwide Public Relations Affiliates in Chile, Portugal and Tokyo
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) today announced the addition of three new worldwide agency affiliates in Chile, Portugal and Tokyo, bringing its global reach to 47 cities worldwide. The announcement was made during PRGN’S business conference in Los Angeles, California on April 18th. Joining the ranks of PRGN are RumboCierto Communications representing Chile, Global … Read More
Public Relations Global Network Survey Provides Insights on the Position of Social Media in Worldwide Communications
The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), an international network of nearly 50 independent public relations firms worldwide, has released the findings from its international survey of communications professionals regarding their current and anticipated future use of social media in Europe, Australia, Africa, South America, Middle East, Asia and the United States. According to Mark Paterson, … Read More
Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) Announces the Winners Of Its Second Annual Best Practices Awards Competition
(OCT 10, 2012, WIESBADEN, GERMANY) – The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announces the winners of its second annual Best Practices Awards here on September 28 awards ceremony and dinner, according to Mark Paterson, PRGN president. “The PRGN Best Practices Awards competition helps to build our knowledge center that can be accessed by member firms … Read More
PRGN Anounces New Worldwide Public Relations Members Affiliates in France and Hungary
(OCT 08, 2012) – Today the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) announced the addition of new worldwide agency affiliates in France and Hungary. Joining the ranks of PRGN are The We Agency of France and Goodwill Communications in Hungary. New PRGN member agencies are: The We Agency, Paris, France Located in Paris, the We Agency … Read More
Zumba® Fitness selects 4 PRGN agencies in 7 European countries as PR Partners
Cross border fitness trend Four PR agencies from the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) have been chosen over the last months as PR partners for Zumba Fitness, LLC, covering together seven European countries. After a pitch with four competing agencies in the Benelux, which was won by Evident PR, Zumba inquired for PRGN agencies … Read More
70 Percent of Corporate Communicators Expect to have a Global Marketing Function at their Organization within Five Years, PRGN Survey Reveals
Marketing and communications executives are “going global,” with seven out of 10 saying their organizations currently have, or will have in the next five years, a global marketing function, based on the results of a study commissioned by the Public Relations Global Network (www.prgn.com), one of the top international networks of independent public relations agencies. … Read More
