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Wishing you a happy, healthy, and successful 2026 from all of us at Fallston Group!

Merry Christmas! From all of us at Fallston Group.

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation — and the families who have stood beside them. Your strength, courage, and sacrifice ensure the freedoms we live every day.

To the veterans who missed holidays, milestones, and time with loved ones in service to something greater than themselves — we thank you. And to the families who carried that sacrifice at home, your resilience keeps our country strong and safe.

This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served and supported those who serve.

Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your example.

As the scandal continues to unfold, Fallston Group is providing insights to our media partners. Drawing on decades of experience, our experts are often called upon to share their perspectives on crisis leadership.

Recently, both the NBA and the UFC have come under investigation. In today’s digital era of sports gambling, questions arise: how are high schools, universities, and professional organizations addressing education and accountability to protect integrity both on and off the field?

Watch the Rob Weinhold's full interview on WBFF FOX 45 by clicking the link below — it also features a mention of our most recent blog.

NBA Gambling Scandal: How Professional Teams Can Prevent Illegal Betting A bi-partisan group of lawmakers want to hear from the n-b-a about the recent gambling scandal.the FBI is now looking into allegations of insider information us

The Better Business Bureau Greater Maryland Signature Event was a huge success! Kathleen Cairns, Communications Strategist at Fallston Group, energized the audience with “From Small Talk to Big Impact: How to Be Remembered in Every Room.”

A big thank-you to everyone who attended and engaged in the conversation — we loved seeing such a receptive crowd!

Rob Weinhold, CEO of Fallston Group, Shares Insight on WBFF FOX 45 Following AWS Global Outage. Watch the interview now by clicking the link below!

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Rob Weinhold, CEO of Fallston Group, Shares Insight on FOX Following AWS Global Outage - Fallston Group Rob Weinhold, CEO of Fallston Group, Shares Insight on FOX News Following Amazon Web Services Global Outage

Many professionals ask, “How do I know if we’re truly prepared?” To help leaders gain clarity, our team developed a free, easy-to-use assessment to measure your crisis readiness.

How to Assess Your Readiness

Step 1. Navigate to https://fallstongroup.com/

Step 2. Click the “Get Your Reputational Risk Score Now” button at the top of the homepage.

Step 3. Fill out the form.

Step 4. Complete the brief questionnaire.

OR

Step 1. Navigate to https://fallstongroup.com/

Step 2. Scroll down and a pop-up will allow you to access the test.

Step 3. Fill out the form.

Step 4. Complete the brief questionnaire.

Instantly receive your personalized reputational risk score! Don’t wait; take the assessment now and discover where you stand. The question isn’t a matter of ‘if’ a crisis will occur, it’s a matter of ‘when.’ Please give us a buzz if you have any questions. Good luck!

🚨 Featured Blog Alert 🚨Our trusted long-term partner Howard Kurman, Founder of Offit | Kurman, explores a pressing question: Can an employer fire an employee for offensive social media posts?

Crisis leadership firms and law firms must work hand in hand, as the natural tension between legal strategy and public perception often dictates critical decisions internally and externally — in both the court of law and the court of public opinion

Read the full blog here 👉

Can an Employer Fire an Employee for Offensive Social Media Posts? Featured Blog by Howard Kurman, Founder of Offit Kurman - Fallston Group Can an Employer Fire an Employee for Offensive Social Media Posts? In an article in the September 16, 2025 edition of the Washington Post the lead paragraph read as follows: “The wave of companies and other institutions firing or suspending employees over what they’ve said in reaction to last we...

Kathleen Cairns is a core member of Fallston Group and will be speaking to the Baltimore Public Relations Council on October 21, 2025! Kathleen is an expert at helping clients tell their stories with impact. With decades of reporting experience, she brings a unique perspective to effective communication. Whether pitching a story locally or nationally, preparing a client for a media interview, or navigating messaging during a crisis, Kathleen delivers practical tools rooted in real-world PR strategy.

Today, We Remember

On this day, we pause to honor the lives lost and the courage displayed on September 11, 2001. We remember the first responders who ran toward danger, the families forever changed, and the resilience that defined a nation in the face of tragedy.

We will never forget.

Every nonprofit and mission-driven organization has a powerful story to tell.

At Fallston Group, we help leaders share that story with clarity and impact—so they can inspire donors, attract ambassadors, raise awareness, and ultimately advance their mission.

From building messaging that resonates to preparing leaders for critical moments, our team works alongside nonprofits and organizations to ensure their voice drives lasting results. Because when stories are told effectively, they fuel vision, purpose, and growth.

📲 Learn more about how we help organizations tell their story with strategy and heart: FallstonGroup.com/our-services

When business issues arise—whether it’s a brewing internal dispute, a public-facing crisis, or a reputational challenge—you’re suddenly holding two metaphorical buckets:

👉 One filled with gasoline
👉 One filled with water

What you pour will define the outcome.

Will you escalate the conflict, fuel negative perceptions, and risk lasting damage? Or will you slow the fire, create space for thoughtful action, and protect relationships and reputation?

At Fallston Group, we help leaders handle these pivotal moments the right way—internally and externally—so they’re not just putting out fires, but building trust, stability, and long-term credibility. It’s about doing the right things, for the right reasons, at the right time.