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Discover how meaningful connections shaped the journey of Kristin Marcum, CEO of ECPR Texas. Reflecting on 30 years of success in public relations, Kristin highlights the power of relationships in building businesses, communities, and a life worth celebrating. Explore ECPR Texas’ commitment to connecting clients, colleagues, and the community through genuine partnerships and impactful collaboration.

The debate surrounding TikTok’s future in the United States is raising critical questions for businesses, creators and community leaders. As policymakers weigh privacy and national security concerns, the possibility of a TikTok ban or stricter regulations underscores the need for organizations to reduce their dependency on one platform and switch to a more comprehensive strategy.

Earlier this month, the Travis County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to approve the Travis County CARES Resolution, Creating Access for Resilient Families, to expand access to high-quality, early child care and after school/summer care for low-income families.  As a result, Travis County voters will have the opportunity to decide on a tax rate election that, if passed, will provide high-quality, affordable child care to more than 8,000 children in our community.

In the dynamic world of business, standing out from the crowd is not just an advantage, it’s a necessity.  At ECPR Texas, we are committed to guiding companies through the journey of uncovering their foundational “why.” Inspired by the insights of Simon Sinek’s “Find Your Why,” we recently led a workshop for a forward-thinking organization that was eager to connect more deeply with its core purpose.

Ballet Austin’s recent partnership with Austin-based virtual production company Virtigo Pictures set the stage for an integrated marketing campaign featured in AdWeek. Ballet Austin and Virtigo Pictures used a giant, curved LED screen with virtual environments built with Unreal Engine technology, to create the cinematic trailer for the World Premiere of Stephen Mills’ POE / A Tale of Madness. The ballet, which premiered on March 22, explores the tragic life and macabre works of American writer and poet Edgar Allan Poe. 

Picture this: you’re at a crossroads in your professional life, unsure which path to take next. Mentorship is like having a secret weapon in your career arsenal to navigate the next step. It’s support that can often be overlooked and underutilized. 

Welcome to ‘For Immediate Release,’ your essential guide to the narratives that shape our community and work. Headquartered in Austin, ECPR Texas excels in media relations, video production, digital marketing and more. Each month, we bring you impactful stories, industry insights and an intro to the movers and shakers of our dynamic community. Committed to crafting strategies that align with our clients’ goals, our newsletter offers a front-row seat to the latest trends and developments.

Music is one of the original forms of storytelling ECPR Texas x Connectors is a playlist series on Spotify where Texas business leaders, dignitaries, community advocates and our staff amplify their story through curated playlists. As connectors at ECPR Texas, our mission is to thread the work of our clients and its leaders to showcase the difference they are making in Texas.

The Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI) is a leading center of educational expertise and resources for Texas students who are blind, visually impaired or Deafblind. TSBVI works in partnership with schools, families, communities, and organizations to transform outcomes for students. Like many educational institutions across the country, TSBVI was faced with critical staff shortages and a lack of new applicants. TSBVI began working with ECPR Texas in January 2023.

If you’ve recently earned some great media coverage for your business or brand, congratulations! You’ve just achieved something that many companies strive for but don’t always attain. But don’t stop there. To make the most of your earned media, you need to share it on social media. Here are some tips on the best ways to do that.