The New PR: How Creators Are Becoming the Press

Journalists Aren’t the Only Gatekeepers Anymore If your PR strategy still revolves solely around pitching reporters, it’s time to expand your media list. In 2025, creators—YouTubers, TikTokers, and Instagram influencers—aren’t just promoting products. They’re telling stories, shaping narratives, and even breaking the news. From viral explainers to exclusive interviews to behind-the-scenes brand features, creators have…

Build a Better Summit Recap

Thriving in a Time of Change: Key Takeaways from the Build a Better Agency Summit

Last week, Flourish had the opportunity to travel to Denver and attend the Build a Better Agency Summit hosted by the Agency Management Institute. If you’ve never been, it’s an electric gathering of agency leaders and thinkers all focused on one mission: helping agencies grow stronger, smarter, and more resilient. What struck me most wasn’t just the tactical knowledge—it was the shared sense that our industry is evolving rapidly, and only those who lean into change with strategy and heart will thrive.