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By Marc C. Whitt There comes a time in every public relations career when the focus begins to shift. Early in our journey, we concentrate on learning the craft, building our reputation, and navigating the complexities of a profession that demands both creativity and discipline. But as the years pass and experience accumulates, a new responsibility emerges—one that may be as important as any campaign we launch or crisis we manage. That responsibility is mentoring the next gene

Ellis Jackson Whitt, circa 1970, in his home in Paintsville, Kentucky. By Marc C. Whitt When I was growing up — and even well into my college years — my Papaw Whitt would occasionally throw out a saying that made me pause. He’d grin, lean back in his chair, and with that trademark Appalachian twinkle say: “Be careful who knows the size of your underwear.” As a kid, I thought it was just Papaw being Papaw — quirky, a little humorous, maybe a touch embarrassing. But as the year

(Graphic Courtesy of Goody Business Book Awards, 2025) NEWS PROVIDED BY EIN Presswire and Cherrymoon Media Nov 14, 2025, 3:15 AM ET SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, Nov. 14, 2025 -- The Annual Goody Business Book Awards is pleased to announce that 188 Award-Winning Authors for 2025 have been selected by a panel of marketing, media and communications judges. To shine a light on authors making a difference with words, 101 Winners and 87 Finalists have been recognized in 50 cat

By Marc C. Whitt Over the past couple of years, Jennifer and I — along with our children, including our children-by-marriage — have spent many days since Mom’s passing in April 2024 dividing up furnishings she and Dad added to their home along the way in their nearly 60 years of marriage. Each of our homes is now graced by their presence — not as memorials, but as representations of family love, unity through both good and tough times, strength, and treasured memories. These

Dear Friends, the Big Day is here as my third book is set for release on Aug. 31st. Particularly special is that day would have been my...

'TAKEAWAYS: Ideas, Strategies and Encouragement for the Nonprofit Public Relations Professional,' by Marc C. Whitt; foreword by Morgan...

Photo: From the Chuck Mangione album cover, Feels So Good (A&M Records) By Marc C. Whitt The music world lost a giant today with the...

By Marc C. Whitt Today (July 16th) , on  World PR Day , we pause to recognize and celebrate a profession that too often works behind...

By Marc C. Whitt There’s something beautifully grounding about the phrase,  “At the end of the day…”  It reminds us that in the quiet...

By Marc C. Whitt Ever compose a piece of music? Ever paint a painting or craft a sculpture? Write and direct a play or choreograph a...

By Marc C. Whitt As a public relations professional who has spent four decades in the field—mostly in higher ed and nonprofit work—I’ve...

Photo: Marc C. Whitt, 2025 By Marc C. Whitt Last night, my wife Jennifer and I joined our family at the beautiful and historic Lexington...

By Marc C. Whitt We Kentuckians are a hearty bunch. We brave horse race traffic, unpredictable weather, and a pollen season that keeps a...

By Marc C. Whitt In ancient Rome, age was not seen as a hindrance—it was a badge of honor. Elder statesmen weren’t shuffled to the...

By Marc C. Whitt For those entering the public relations profession, the path to that first opportunity—or the next one—can feel...

By Marc Whitt Let’s be honest: public relations isn’t always easy. There are long days, tight deadlines, unexpected crises, and moments...

By Marc Whitt , PR News, August 25, 2020 The importance of our roles in nonprofit and higher education PR recently struck me as I...