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Thoughts and strategy on crisis communications, public relations, and public affairs in Pennsylvania and beyond.
📢 Client News: Pennsylvania Literacy Coalition Holds Inaugural Summit
This week, our client , the Pennsylvania Literacy Coalition held its inaugural summit highlighting policies to improve literacy in...
Mark Nicastre
Mar 20, 20251 min read
📢 Client News: Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association Releases Report on State of the Economy, Workforce
The Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association issued a report examining the state of Pennsylvania economy and workforce.
Mark Nicastre
Mar 7, 20251 min read
Four Things to Look for During Gov. Shapiro's Budget Address
I have been through many budget addresses as Governor Wolf's former communications director. It's a chaotic day for elected officials and...
Mark Nicastre
Feb 4, 20252 min read
Crafting an Advocacy Strategy for the 2025 Pennsylvania Legislative Session
Learn how your organization can pass legislation through the General Assembly in 2025.
Mark Nicastre
Jan 29, 20254 min read
Pennsylvania Public Relations and Communications Jobs Board
Introducing the Pennsylvania Public Relations and Communications Job Board. With the recent changes in the administrations in Washington,...
Mark Nicastre
Jan 27, 20252 min read
Fitler Square Strategies Ranks Among Top PR Firms in Pennsylvania
Multiple rankings again list Fitler Square Strategies among the top Pennsylvania public relations firms in January 2025. Take a look at...
Mark Nicastre
Jan 1, 20252 min read
Political Vulnerability Audits for Higher Education: Navigating Challenges During the Trump Administration
With the recent election of President Trump, institutions of higher education need to prepare for possible shifts in federal policy. Schools should expect reduced student aid, the end of student debt forgiveness, and major structural changes at the U.S. Department of Education. Leaders need a clear view of their exposure. Fitler Square Strategies helps institutions assess these risks through political vulnerability audits. Vulnerability audits help institutions understand how
Mark Nicastre
Nov 18, 20242 min read
Social Media Management for Advocacy, Nonprofits, and Associations: Amplify Your Impact
Everyone needs a social media plan. Social media is how you reach supporters. It is how you share your message, and for advocacy groups...
Mark Nicastre
Sep 17, 20242 min read
Client Success: PA Needs Teachers Gets Earned Media Coverage Across Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania faces a critical shortage of teachers, and PA Needs Teachers is leading the effort to alleviate the crisis. Our work has...
Mark Nicastre
Jun 4, 20243 min read
John Fetterman's Communications Style and Consistency on Key Issues
John Fetterman is a lightning rod. First, Republicans and conservatives tried to turn him into a boogeyman. Now progressives are upset....
Mark Nicastre
Jan 19, 20241 min read
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