The PR Week

In the last year, longstanding gaps in global health systems have been exposed. Even as we emerge from the pandemic, the ripple effects of health disparities are felt in all corners of the healthcare system. Weber Shandwick’s Global Creative Lead for Health Peter Matheson Gay and Executive Vice President, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, United Minds (a Weber Shandwick Consultancy) Tai Wingfield, discuss the role organizations can play in driving progress to close health equity gaps – from changing internal culture to exercising creative and corporate muscle.More from Cannes and Weber Shandwick: The Undeniable Power (and Potential) of PR to Drive Impact, a podcast sponsored by Weber ShandwickEmbracing radical complexity, a podcast sponsored by Weber Shandwick AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Radical simplicity used to be the creative holy grail. But now, marketers and communicators must embrace radical complexity. Weber Shandwick’s Chief Creative Officer, Tom Beckman, and North America Chief Strategy Officer, Robyn Adelson, discuss this shift in light of this year’s Cannes Lions stand-out work.More from Cannes and Weber Shandwick: The Undeniable Power (and Potential) of PR to Drive Impact, a podcast sponsored by Weber ShandwickThe future of health must be equitable, a podcast sponsored by Weber Shandwick AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Podcast topics:1:27 - Richter talks about her first six months as Ogilvy global CEO during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ogilvy’s new NYC offices and back-to-office plans, the evolution and future of Ogilvy and more.16:28 - Cannes goes virtual; winners, takeaways and trends from the all-remote Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.29:49 - Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Carl Nassib became the first out LGBTQ active player in the NFL this week; what his announcement means for inclusivity in pro sports in the future.33:21 - Communicating the risks around the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and how brands are getting involved.37: 28 - Running through the rest of the week’s top news, from staff shortages at American Airlines to how companies observed the newly recognized federal holiday of Juneteenth. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

If you want to discover what a healthy brand looks like, check out this all-encompassing podcast featuring Kallie Goodwin, VP of family and wellness brands at Danone North America. She recently joined PRWeek managing editor Gideon Fidelzeid to discuss younger consumers, gut health, B Corp certification and the balancing act of maintaining consistency while allowing for individuality among a house of brands. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Podcast topics:2:14 - Kernahan talks about her new position at Hotwire PR, working within the Enero Group agency framework, how the industry changed during the pandemic — including anxiety around returning to the office — and more.12:48 - All about European soccer brand sponsors and press conferences — Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba push Coke and Heineken beer away.16:49 - The lives and legacies of two recently departed PR legends: Burson-Marsteller's Bob Leaf and former Edelman U.K. CEO Robert Phillips.19:29 - President Joe Biden met with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Wednesday —  what was communicated and why and how Biden’s strategy differs from former president Donald Trump.23:14 - PwC teams up with Edelman on Trust Institute initiative, a program designed to support the next generation of C-suite leaders in responsible and ethical decision-making for clients and consumers. 25:52 - High-profile people moves at Substack, Ogilvy, Royal Caribbean Group, Real Chemistry, Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Hill+Knowlton Strategies and BCW — and what turnover rates look like in a post-COVID industry.  AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Podcast topics:1:07 - O’Neal talks about the history of marcomms analytics company Onclusive, advances in technology and AI, how the human element continues to add value and more. 13:31 - Morning Consult attains series B funding at $1 billion valuation, making it a rare commstech “unicorn” 18:15 - The story behind Wendy's creating an ad in 7 hours based on a young superfan’s idea 21:15 - The week in DEI progress — Workforce diversity at Omnicom ticks up; American Airlines CEO attends Black flight attendant's wedding after white privilege chat; DEI in the commstech field26:40 - Cicadas delay White House press pool, and Biden's first trip abroad as president29:31 - High-profile people moves at Bristol Myers Squibb, Impossible Foods, Edelman, Hotwire, Ogilvy, Golin and Weber Shandwick. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Podcast topics:1:03 - Teitler talks about his role at Special Olympics — during event years and off-years — from working with internal stakeholders to external media influencers and more, all to further inclusion and equality for athletes with intellectual disabilities.19:33 - Naomi Osaka’s decision to withdraw from the French Open due to anxiety-inducing media appearances has ignited a national discussion about expectations from athletes when it comes to public speaking engagements.25:54 - To mark Pride Month, PRWeek is recognizing leading PR professionals who identify as LGBTQ on the inaugural Pride in PR list.27:24 - Marketing during Pride — what brands should and should not do.28:41 - Inside Clubhouse's Creator First pilot program. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Podcast topics:0:42 - Singh talks about returning to a more normal travel experience as pandemic restrictions are relaxed, repositioning Expedia as the “ultimate travel companion” and more.23:02 - Chris Foster named CEO of Omnicom PR Group.25:00 – Audi of America promoted Emilie Cotter to SVP and chief communications officer. 28:50 - Philips selected Omnicom Group as its global creative, media and communications agency partner, extending its decade-long relationship with PR agencies Ketchum and FleishmanHillard.30:02 - Corporate reaction to the anniversary of George Floyd's murder. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

“It sets me free.” That was the response given by Ines Gutzmer, Aflac’s VP of strategic communications and head of communications, when asked what it means to her personally to work at a company that fully embraces DEI. In this podcast, Gutzmer speaks with PRWeek managing editor Gideon Fidelzeid to discuss environments that embrace the uniqueness of everyone, challenges that still exist, and what it means to have a CEO who truly wants to move the needle on DEI. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Some of the best counsel comms leaders will ever glean comes from counterparts in other industries. This was wonderfully exemplified during this podcast, sponsored by Padilla. On it, Padilla president Matt Kucharski (top left), Cargill’s VP of global communications Anna Lovely (bottom) and Mark Klein, SVP of corporate communications and public affairs at CommonSpirit Health (top right) share many such examples that have helped them – and will help and inspire you. AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket!  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek