Kirkpatrick Group

The Devil Wears Prada may be set in the world of fashion publishing, but it mirrors a lot of what we see in communications and media strategy today.

From gatekeepers and timing to messaging discipline and perception shaping, the dynamics in Runway still show up across modern PR and media relationships.

In our latest carousel, we break down what the film gets right about how influence, visibility, and narrative are actually built.

We are so proud of Emma for completing her first triathlon! 🏅

1500m swim. 40K bike. 10K run.
Finished in under 3 hours and crushed every part of it.

From faster-than-expected swim and bike times to a strong finish on the run, this was an incredible accomplishment and a huge testament to her discipline, determination, and mindset.

We’re lucky to have teammates who show up with this same level of dedication in everything they do. Congratulations, Emma! 🚴‍♀️🏊‍♀️🏃‍♀️

A great story is only as powerful as the way it’s told.

We help shape, refine, and position our clients’ stories so they connect with the right audiences and actually stick. Because being heard is one thing. Being remembered is another.

National conversations require credible voices.

We secured a feature in The New York Times, positioning our client’s expertise within an important discussion around steel tariffs, manufacturing, and rising food costs.

Strategic earned media placements like this help brands contribute meaningful insight to timely industry conversations while building visibility and credibility on a national stage.

This is the value of connecting the right expertise to the right story at the right moment.

Your crisis plan shouldn’t start the day a crisis hits. 🚨

Most organizations scramble because they waited.

The ones that stay calm? They had a plan before they ever needed one.

A strong crisis comms plan answers these questions before the pressure is on:
→ Who leads the response
→ What gets communicated — and what doesn’t
→ When to escalate
→ How to protect trust throughout

We broke it down into 5 clear stages in our latest blog. Whether you’re a team of 5 or 500, this is worth reading before you need it. Link in bio.

Many PR failures are not the result of a lack of effort. They stem from a misalignment in strategy and expectations.

There is a common misconception that PR is only effective for large, established brands or that visibility should wait until everything is perfectly in place. In reality, waiting often means missing opportunities to shape perception and own the narrative early.

Effective PR starts with a clear understanding of your audience, purposeful messaging, and a steady drumbeat of visibility over time. It is not about doing more. It is about doing the right things, in the right way, at the right time.

Behind every grand opening is a strategy.

What looks like an empty space is actually full of opportunity. Opportunity for media moments, executive storytelling, and meaningful connections that bring a brand to life.

From mapping out event flow to identifying moments that will resonate with the right audiences, this is where public relations starts. Thoughtful, strategic, and built to drive visibility.

Because it is not just about opening a new space. It is about making sure the right people are paying attention when you do.