SpeakerBox - now REQ

01/15/2019

01/15/2019

We’re excited to announce that SpeakerBox has been acquired by REQ, an award-winning digital marketing company serving clients in industries spanning technology, real estate, government, hospitality, and more. Our team’s passion and talent will be a great addition to REQ where we will continue to serve clients within a full suite of award-winning, measurable marketing solutions. Read the story:

WASHINGTON – January 15, 2019 – Leading digital marketing company REQ announced today its acquisition of SpeakerBox, an award-winning strategic communications and public relations firm serving the B2B and B2G technology sector with clients ranging from emerging fast-growing firms to Fortune 100 ...

01/07/2019

If you resolved to lose weight, save money, or committed to any of the other popular New Year’s resolutions for 2019, you might be doing it wrong. We all know that New Year’s resolutions are notoriously difficult to achieve. Indeed, some research suggests that only 8 percent of people keep their resolutions. I think this is because there’s a negative stigma attached to these things. [ 618 more words ]

If you resolved to lose weight, save money, or committed to any of the other popular New Year’s resolutions for 2019, you might be doing it wrong. We all know that New Year’s resolutions are notoriously difficult to achieve. Indeed, some research suggests that only...

01/04/2019

It’s splashed across nearly every newspaper and magazine and it’s a running theme in most of the commercials we see on TV - diet products, fitness regimens, tools and tricks and purchases to make your life easier, reduce your screen time, eat healthier and ultimately, meet your New Year’s goals! Maybe the New Year’s resolution trend is something that benefits you or your company’s brand - if it is, this blog might offer a contradictory point of view. [ 668 more words ]

It’s splashed across nearly every newspaper and it’s a running theme in most commercials - tricks to make your life easier, and meet your New Year’s goals!

12/20/2018

Your media list should be built with as much thought as the pitch itself. 3 tips to build the perfect media list.

A successful pitch relies on two important components: great writing and a strong media list. Oftentimes, we put the focus on the written pitch itself when in reality a solid media list is equally essential. Building a media list building should be time-consuming, strategic and...

12/19/2018

Whether it's attending a seminar, or reading some of the great online resources available - there is something new for us to learn everyday and it’s up to us to take advantage of those opportunities!

While this blog has several pieces of advice, if there was one takeaway I’d want you to leave with, it’s to open yourself up to learning experiences outside your day-to-day work.

12/17/2018

Social media can be a powerful tool when used effectively. See how three companies have successfully utilized their social channels to build and strengthen their brand.

Today, it’s hard to find a company without a social media presence. Companies and public figures are expected to communicate and show an interest in engaging with their followers. It’s almost as if there is an unspoken rule that audiences need to be updated on...

12/17/2018

SpeakerBox Communications Clients Are on an Award Season High

We are excited to share that several of our clients have been recognized during the Fall award season for their growth, innovation and individual contributions to their respective companies and industries. The accolades include: Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ recognizes the fastest-growing public a...

12/14/2018

The holiday shopping season is an ideal time to gauge companies’ customer service skills. The swell of crowds in the stores and the rush of online shoppers trying to hit “complete your purchase” before that long sought after sale item is out of stock (this year, for me, it was a weighted blanket that my wife wanted) provide litmus tests for the way organizations deal with their customers. [ 906 more words ]

The holiday shopping season is an ideal time to gauge companies’ customer service skills. The swell of crowds in the stores and the rush of online shoppers trying to hit “complete your purchase” before that long sought after sale item is out of stock (this...

12/06/2018

10 Years of Federal Media Consumption Research - A Q&A with Market Connections Aaron Heffron

For the past 10 years, Market Connections has created a comprehensive study that analyzes the media habits of federal decision makers and helps federal marketers take a data-driven approach to their marketing planning process. Read our Q&A with President Aaron Heffron here.

11/19/2018

Thanksgiving is a time for many wonderful things -- indigestion, family arguments, getting ripped off by Black Friday sales -- but we mustn’t ever forget what the holiday is really about. Amidst all of the football, food, and festivities, Thanksgiving really boils down to showing appreciation for the things that have happened throughout the previous year. And while my first and foremost show of appreciation will always be directed towards my friends and family, there are several work-related things that happened this year that I am also very thankful for. [ 502 more words ]

Thanksgiving is a time for many wonderful things — indigestion, family arguments, getting ripped off by Black Friday sales — but we mustn’t ever forget what the holiday is really about. Amidst all of the football, food, and festivities, Thanksgiving really boils down to showing...

10/26/2018

How do you begin tackling writing about a new topic or industry? Check out these tips !

Writing in public relations can be overwhelming. We are expected to become mini-experts on different topics across various industries. All of this can be even more challenging when you’re fresh out of college, like me. Being new to the writing game in an agency can...