For our latest episode we chatted with Heather Kuldell, Managing Editor of Nextgov, an all-day information resource for federal technology decision makers. Heather started her career in journalism in Atlanta covering arts and entertainment, but upon moving back home to the DC Metro area she pursued her long time interest in technology by joining 1105 […]
Ever since his shy high school days, Grant Gross has been passionate about three things: technology, public policy and journalism. These interests are what propelled his journalism career and took him from covering school board and county commission meetings to becoming a highly regarded technology reporter. As a journalist for nearly 30 years, 14 of […]
Stop me if you’ve heard this before – a public figure, brand executive or celebrity did something on social media that caused more harm than good. We’ve seen careers ruined and storms of negative PR resulting from “dead” posts that resurface like zombies from a figurative social media graveyard, feeding on the reputations of otherwise […]
This week’s guest on W2 Communications’ podcast, “Inside the Media Minds,” is Troy Schneider, Editor-in-Chief of Federal Computer Week (FCW) and Government Computer News (GCN). Along with hosts Christine Blake and Evan Weisel, Troy discusses the numerous publications he oversees and even breaks some news regarding GCN’s awards program! The show takes a nostalgic turn when […]
Dan Stoller, Senior Legal Editor for Bloomberg BNA’s Privacy & Security Law Report, was this week’s guest on W2 Communications’ “Inside the Media Minds” podcast. During the conversation, we discuss Dan’s background in law and journalism, data privacy and what to look for in the news in the second half of 2018. Highlights from this week’s […]
In this blog post, we sit down with Dennis McCafferty, Vice President of Content at W2 Communications, to discuss – from a former journalist’s perspective – what reporters look for in a pitch. Dennis joined W2 Communications in December 2010, after working more than 20 years as a journalist, with experience in all forms […]
Did you know (or hear!) about our brand new podcast series – Inside the Media Minds? We are excited to be on the air interviewing some of the most reputable technology reporters in the media landscape today. The podcast features in-depth conversations with journalists who share everything from how they began their journalism careers, to their […]
(If you like this blog, please share it. Thanks!) As a senior vice president at W2 Communications specializing in cybersecurity PR campaigns, Tom Resau brings more than 18 years of experience, including the creation and management of public sector, energy and financial services PR programs for Symantec’s corporate communications team. Throughout his career, he has […]
(If you like this blog, please share it. Thanks!) “Stay crunchy!” … Upwards of 250 cybersecurity professionals and media gathered this week for tacos, drinks and networking at CYBERTACOS, an event founded by W2 Communications and co-hosted with LaunchTech Communications. Held at Don Tito in Arlington, Va., CYBERTACOS kicked off by hosting its first-ever “Meet […]
Today, companies throughout the U.S. begin recognizing Data Privacy Day (formally set for Sunday, January 28). Now in its 10th year, the goal of this international event is to raise privacy awareness among businesses and individuals and promote strong data safeguarding practices. For those of us in the marketing and PR fields, Data Privacy Day […]