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“As Seen On” – Top Orca PR Media Placements from March 2023

Our clients saw wonderful coverage in March. The Wall Street Journal sat down once again with Velong Enterprises, daytime TV’s “Drew Barrymore Show” featured two of our clients, and Forbes named FTDNA one of the best DNA testing kits in the industry. We love showcasing the work of our talented publicists each month by sharing… Continue reading →

The Payoff for Patience in PR

Written by Cynthia Guiang, CMO, Orca Communications In a world where we have become accustomed to immediate payoffs, where we measure response times in seconds…some have little patience for the pace of public relations (PR). However, companies continue to invest in PR because they are playing the long game. If you’re hoping to build a… Continue reading →

Fun Finds at The 2023 Global Pet Expo

I had the pleasure of attending the Global Pet Expo in my hometown of Orlando, Florida last week. Global Pet is always a lot of fun, full of new innovations in pet products. PR for pet products can be a lot of fun. We often joke that pet clients are some of our favorite clients,… Continue reading →

3 Current Events to Tie Media Pitches To

Orca Communications publicists are masters of generating timely media pitches. We often rely on our journalistic backgrounds to identify not just what the press is talking about today, but what they will need to talk about tomorrow. Now we’re sharing some of that insight with you as we identify 3 current events to tie media… Continue reading →

Orca Communications Client Spotlight – CONVERLATION

Welcome to the Orca Communications PR client spotlight. Each month our clients tell you in their own words why they do what they do and provide tips for other growing small brands and businesses.  CONVERLATION is an educational curriculum for students, teachers, and other professionals who work with children. The program fosters respectful dialogue concerning… Continue reading →

What is a sample seeker and how to avoid them

By Allyson McCormley, Senior Public Relations Strategist Our job as publicists requires us to stay ahead of the trends and nurture our media relationships to ensure that they are mutually beneficial. We’ve recently noticed ongoing shifts in the media industry that have resulted in a changing newsroom dynamic. Publishers are employing fewer staff writers which… Continue reading →

“As Seen On” – Top Press Coverage from February 2023

From football to Valentine’s Day, February brought plenty of excitement for Orca Communications clients. We saw press placements in top-tier outlets like Oprah Daily, Elle, and SELF. Our clients who saw top tier coverage all have similar qualities – they are products that drive trends, save money, or solve a problem. They have strong brand… Continue reading →

Why I Became An Inventor –  Gloria Kolb, Elidah Inc. 

Orca Communications is “America’s PR Firm for Inventors & Entrepreneurs.” ® For 20+ years, we’ve showcased the stories behind fun, innovative, and sometimes life-altering innovations. Our “Why I Became An Inventor” series highlights the people behind the products to reveal their passion and their drive.  Gloria Kolb is the co-founder of Elidah, Inc. Her product,… Continue reading →

Help My Home – Learn More About These Products Seen on “The Daily Flash”

As seen on the national trending news program “Daily Flash,” these household helpers are designed to tame the chaos in your home and nourish a stress-free lifestyle. Check out these “Help My Home” segment products. Over-The-Door Tumbler and Water Bottle Organizer Keep your reusable water bottles and tumblers organized with Jokari’s Over-The-Door Tumbler and Water Bottle… Continue reading →

Guest Post: How Retailers Decide Which New Products to Stock

Written by Yohan Jacob, Retailbound ORCA COMMUNICATIONS INVITED RETAILBOUND, ​ONE OF OUR​ STRATEGIC PARTNERS​ IN THE RETAIL SPACE, TO WRITE A GUEST BLOG POST​ SHARING ITS EXPERTISE WITH OUR CLIENTS AND FOLLOWERS ON THE TOPIC OF RETAIL MARKETING. FOR ANY START-UP OR SEASONED BUSINESS OWNER WITH PRODUCTS ON STORE SHELVES, YOU’LL WANT TO READ THIS!​​ When… Continue reading →