CRISIS

Coronavirus Communications: Crisis Response for Consumer-Facing Companies

March 19, 2020

Group Gordon’s Jacob Rodriguez outlines key principles consumer-facing businesses should consider when responding to a global crisis. We’re in uncharted, once-in-a-generation territory with the novel coronavirus. The pandemic has made apparent just how important it is to be ready in the face of a global crisis. When it comes to a global crisis, solving the […]

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A Post-mortem on the NBA China Scandal

February 26, 2020

Group Gordon’s Andrew Jarrell looks at the limitations of purpose- and values-driven marketing. I love the NBA. The league, more than any other professional sport, has embraced diversity, leaned into player empowerment, and demonstrated an openness to new ideas and perspectives. Adam Silver, the beloved commissioner, is smart and methodical. He reminds you of a […]

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Communication in the Age of Disinformation

January 16, 2020

Group Gordon’s Nick Berkowitz explains why, in the age of disinformation, it’s essential to know your target audiences and ensure they trust your communications. With the Iowa Caucus just a few weeks away, efforts to warp public opinion are in full swing, especially through digital disinformation. On Monday, The New York Times reported that the […]

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The Power of Social Media Campaigns to Effect Change: #NotAgainSU

December 12, 2019

GG’s Erin Gaffney takes a close look at why the social media movement #NotAgainSU grew and influenced change. This past November, Syracuse University found itself in the national spotlight for a crisis concerning systematic racism. More than 11 hateful and racist crimes were reported on campus, with these accounts including verbal abuse, vandalism, and an […]

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How to Create a Crisis Plan

July 25, 2019

Group Gordon’s Nick Bonavolonta explains why every company or organization should have a crisis communications plan and what should go in one. In the age of trending hashtags and ever-breaking news, it’s never been more important to be ready for a crisis. When reacting to a challenging situation, your chances of mitigating fallout and securing […]

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Dear GiGi: I am the COO for a group of restaurants in the Northeast. Recently, one of our franchises experienced a period of sub-par customer service due to employees who have since been removed. Unfortunately, their actions continue to have an effect because of the negative comments we received on restaurant review websites, threatening our entire brand. What should we do from here?

May 13, 2014

Dear Anonymous – Social media can sometimes seem like more of a menace than a useful tool. However it is important to understand what the greatest qualities of the various platforms are and to take advantage of them to address issues like this. Social media platforms were developed for, and thrive off of the interactions […]

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