More than half of Hong Kong’s PR agencies reported an increase in client spending over the past year, according to the latest annual Industry Benchmarking Survey. Published by the Council of PR Firms of Hong Kong (CPRFHK), the survey – released in full to those Hong Kong firms that contributed – offers an overview of the state of the industry and the opportunities and challenges it faces.
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Sinclair Communications rebrands following significant growth
Sinclair Communications has announced it has rebranded as Sinclair as the agency announces an updated identity which supports its position as an established public relations, social media and experiential consultancy in the region.
Millennial Demand for CEO Activism Surges – Weber Shandwick Study
Weber Shandwick has found that nearly one-half of Millennials (47 percent) believe CEOs have a responsibility to speak up about issues that are important to society, far outpacing the sentiments of Gen Xers and Boomers (28 percent each). An even larger six in 10 Millennials (56 percent) say that business leaders have a greater responsibility to speak out now than in years past.
Teneo announces acquisition of Ryan Communication
Teneo Holdings, the global CEO advisory firm, today announced the acquisition of Ryan Communication, a leading strategic communications firm with operations in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore. The transaction represents a major expansion of Teneo’s capabilities in Asia.
FleishmanHillard makes appointments to strengthen Greater China team
FleishmanHillard has announced two key appointments aimed at strengthening the agency and building on its success in Greater China.
Engaging Government Before, During And After A Crisis
When planning for a crisis, or dealing with an emerging problem, it is vital to ensure channels of communication with government remain open and accessible, suggests industry expert Janet Armstrong
Politics and Religion – A Communications Conundrum
Newgate’s Dan Billings explores the perils of business adopting particular positions in the light of current political or religious controversy
New research highlights CEO's role in social media
Research released from global communications and engagement firm Weber Shandwick finds that the majority of leading U.S. public (92 percent) and private (76 percent) company CEOs, as well as the top CEOs in Silicon Valley (86 percent), are visible online in social media and on their company websites.
Malaysia requests social media restraint
The Malaysian government is seeking the help of major social media platforms to help stem the “rise of rumours and false information”.
Ryan Communications expands with Shanghai office
Ryan Communication has announced the opening of a Shanghai office, the company’s third in the region, to support increasing needs of global companies in China.
New Ketchum study reveals importance of employees in setting corporate reputation
A new Ketchum study conducted across 12 countries reveals that people believe employees are critical to leadership and corporate reputation: reducing the focus on just the CEO.
Hong Kong PR Council names Grieves as new chairman
The Council of Public Relations Firms of Hong Kong (CPRFHK) has announced its new board for 2015/16 with Robert Grieves becoming Chairman and Simeon Mellalieu the new Deputy Chairman.