✍️ Michelle Dejno (Executive Vice President) I vividly remember the first time I spoke at an all-retailers meeting. It was at the Southdale Shopping Center in Edina, Minnesota. I was nervous as I waited to present to the store managers and corporate executives. The pressure was intense, but it provided me with a significant learning opportunity. ...Continue Reading
Strengthening Digital Capabilities in Rapidly Changing Communication Climate O’Connor Connective, a strategic communications consulting firm dedicated to advancing community-minded leaders and their organizations, announces the addition of Gabriela (Gabi) Amaro to its team as a web developer and designer. This hire underscores the company’s commitment to delivering impactful results for our clients through digital, strategic...Continue Reading
Nina Nolan Rouse Joins O’Connor Connective as President O’Connor Connective, a strategic communications and consulting firm for companies and nonprofits, announces Nina Nolan Rouse as the organization’s president, effective July 8, 2024. This will allow founder and CEO Bridget O’Connor to focus on client strategy and growth as the firm expands its reach and services. ...Continue Reading
A lot has happened in my first few months with O’Connor Connective. I participated in various office celebrations and events, emphasizing the importance of celebrating milestones that lead to success. I vividly remember the first office celebration, marking O’Connor Connective’s Digital Communications Strategist, Jordan’s first anniversary with the company. It was enlightening to hear Jordan...Continue Reading
Originally published in The NEW Business Review: Place & Purpose, Jan/Feb/March 2024 edition and reprinted with permission. Water drew me here. Looking out of a Burke Hall window on my St. Norbert College tour, I could see the Fox River. That view eased my college selection, and I chose to leave home for this new...Continue Reading
Email marketing can be a powerful tool for connecting with your audience and driving business growth. But with so much competition, standing out from the crowd can be a real challenge. That’s why we’re excited to share the 4T’s of email: timing, testing, targeting, and tone – the four key components that can make or...Continue Reading
Building projects are prime opportunities for organizations to showcase their achievements, values, and future plans. It’s a perfect chance to excel in public relations and leave a lasting impression on your audience. The groundbreaking serves as a natural PR event, bringing everyone involved together and providing a visually compelling activity. Crafting a narrative during this...Continue Reading
During this joyful season, we are grateful for our partnership with incredible nonprofit organizations in our community. These organizations provide various forms of support that enrich our community and help build a better future, making our region a better place to live, grow, and prosper. We’ve had the privilege of assisting several nonprofit organizations in...Continue Reading
In today’s world, we are surrounded by logos and brands. You see a red bullseye in an ad and know immediately it is Target and not Walmart. These national businesses have clearly defined values allowing for an effective expression of their differentiated brand. Your organization can have this, too. Before delving into what a brand...Continue Reading
Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP have named O’Connor Connective CEO and President Bridget Krage O’Connor as a 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes Wisconsin’s Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision and...Continue Reading
