What We’re Reading – March 2026
What We’re Reading is a monthly roundup of current news, commentary, challenges, and trends that impact our industry as well as those of our clients. From leadership transitions in Hollywood and the limits of executive storytelling at Red Lobster, to community trust challenges around AI infrastructure, high‑stakes crisis decisions in entertainment, and brands working to […]
Reputation Partners Welcomes Abby Ruth as Assistant Account Executive
Reputation Partners is pleased to welcome Abby Ruth to the firm as an Assistant Account Executive, based in our Chicago office. Abby brings experience supporting integrated public relations programs, with a strong background in media relations, content development, and measurement. Previously, Abby held roles at Sage Communications, The Glen Echo Group (BerlinRosen), Belle […]
Manifest 2026 Takeaways: Leaders Poised to Thrive Are Investing in Technology and Employee Communications at Equal Speed
Manifest made one thing clear: while supply chains are investing heavily in AI and automation, technology alone doesn’t drive transformation — people do. The organizations realizing the greatest return are the ones treating employee communications as a strategic priority, ensuring teams understand, adopt, and execute change consistently.
The Shift in Supply Chains: Communication as a True Service Offering
In today’s volatile supply chain environment, communication has become a competitive differentiator. Paige Borgman explores how logistics companies can use strategic communication to help customers navigate uncertainty and turn disruption into competitive advantage.
Navigating the 2026 M&A Boom: Strategic Communication Insights from Recent Transactions
With corporate M&A deal volume expected to rise in 2026, find out how communication can be the strategic infrastructure that determines whether your deal creates lasting value or becomes a cautionary tale.
What We’re Reading – December 2025
From the “command and control” RTO mandates at Dell to the political backlash against data center secrecy, our team saw this month that treating transparency as an option rather than a foundation is a recipe for crisis.
What We’re Reading – November 2025
From the retail CEO exodus to cringe-worthy layoff tactics, our team saw this month that treating stakeholders poorly guarantees backlash. Success now hinges on being human—whether it’s managing a crisis like the Starbucks’ Bearista Cup frenzy or sparking consumer joy like Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve coming to Chicago. The message is simple: only […]
What We’re Reading – October 2025
The battle for truth is being redefined in real time. As AI enters newsrooms and independent journalism struggles, the way information is created, shared, and trusted is changing faster than ever. This month, our team read about the push for communicators to act as active guardians of credibility, whether by rejecting AI for a stance […]
What We’re Reading – September 2025
In September, we saw firsthand what happens when brands lose their way: Ben & Jerry’s grappled with an identity crisis, while Arc’teryx discovered that a flashy stunt can backfire if it clashes with core values. From a viral albino alligator turning into an AI company’s unofficial mascot to a “Bachelorette” casting shake-up dominating headlines, our […]
Celebrating Five Years of Excellence: RP Named to PRNews’ Agency Elite Top 120
For the fifth consecutive year, Reputation Partners has been named to PRNews’ Agency Elite Top 120 — a recognition reserved for the most innovative and impactful communications firms in the country. This recognition is more than an award—it’s a reflection of the results we deliver for our clients and the culture of collaboration that fuels […]