
Influencer collaborations have come a long way over the past decade, ever since brands first recognised the value and impact of individuals with large, engaged audiences — those who influence and shape their followers’ decisions. Although these collaborations often sit on the borderline between different agency disciplines, we frequently use them as PR tools due to the broad range of opportunities they offer. Recent years have shown that simply placing a product next to a well-known person in a static photo is no longer enough. This approach feels “advertisy,” prompting followers to scroll past. If influencers post too much of this type of content, it can even damage their credibility in the long run.

We revisited a fundamental question — why we work with a partner — and asked ourselves, even on the busiest days, how we truly support them. These reflections led us to recommend our client PlanRadar’s Hungarian expert as an interviewee for one of the most prominent online business media outlets in Hungary.

The rebranding of the Orchestra was one of our most complex and unique projects. A new identity for an internationally known band with a 60-year history had to be created in such a way that it would appeal to future audiences and stand out in international competition.

When InnoEnergy - now Inno - was looking for a regional communication partner, one thing was certain: they did not need 14 different voices, but a common narrative in East-Central Europe. Our task was to create a hub agency model from Budapest that would simultaneously provide strategic unity, rapid decision-making, and real local relevance in up to 14 countries.

The sudden departure of SAP Hungary’s managing director, and the scandal that unfolded around it, once again highlighted that crisis management requires more than quick reaction. Thoughtful, well-structured and consistent communication plays an equally critical role. Without it, a company’s reputation can suffer long-term damage. This case also shows that ambiguity and vague wording often cause greater harm than the initial crisis itself. The aim of this article is not to detail the events at the company or to speculate, but to illustrate the challenges of managing a crisis rooted in organisational culture and structure.

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