Strong media relationships: The secret to securing publicity for client stories

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    Building strong relationships with the media might be the most important part of my job. Recently, I worked closely with Minnesota Good Age editors to garner publicity for Baywood Home Care that appealed to the real-life concerns of Baby Boomers and their elderly parents. After securing a placement in the magazine’s February 2014 issue, the editors and I began collaborating to ensure that the article’s content fit with their reader demographic: Women and men ages 50 and older.

    Working with our client, we developed appropriate content that also highlighted Baywood’s key messages including its years of expert knowledge and flexible services. This exciting process challenged my creativity and gave me deeper insight to our client’s story. Our collaboration helped 69,000 Minnesotans become more aware of how to make their homes a safe place to recover from surgery or illness, or age gracefully with personalized home care. I’m excited to use everything I learned for future Baywood media placements.

    Are you looking for a communications specialist who will collaborate with the media while keeping your story true to its roots? Give me a call: 952-697-5221

    Article by Heather Champine, Chief Operating Officer & Partner

    Heather Champine is a Partner and Chief Operating Officer at Media Relations Agency, where she serves as a lead publicist and strategic consultant for brands operating in competitive and regulated markets. With more than 25 years of experience, Heather blends marketing strategy, consumer psychology, and media expertise to help clients clarify positioning, shape compelling stories, and earn coverage that drives real business outcomes. She has led integrated campaigns across industries including medical devices, technology, nutraceuticals, and consumer brands, and is known for her ability to quickly understand what motivates audiences to take action. As a senior consultant, Heather works closely with client leadership teams as an extension of their marketing department, building long-term partnerships grounded in trust, clarity, and measurable results.

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