Hey there! Welcome back to Comms Rundown, your go-to newsletter for all things PR and communications.

This month is packed with events, so let’s keep it short!

Crash Course: Comms Tips in Under 5 Minutes 🚀

In one of our latest blog posts, we shared how to interact with reporters at industry events. These events are a fantastic opportunity to connect with reporters and increase your chances of getting your brand featured in the media. With Web Summit and Slush just around the corner, here’s a quick rundown:

1. Prepare in Advance: Research the reporters attending, engage with them on social media, and craft a pitch that ties into current industry trends.

2. During the Event: Choose sessions where reporters will be, offer exclusive insights, and focus on building authentic, long-term relationships.

3. After the Event: Follow up, express gratitude, and keep the conversation going through regular check-ins and social media engagement.

These simple steps will help you turn casual interactions into meaningful media connections! For more tips, check out the full blog post.

Web Summit Lisbon 2024⚡️

As Web Summit kicks off today, Lisbon is about to get buzzing with side events over the next week!

These events can be even more valuable for founders than the main conference, so we wanted to share the list with you.

Make sure to check it out and sign up for the ones that are most relevant to you.

Check out the side events here!

And Happy Web Summit week! 🎉

Quick Wins: 1-Minute Media Opportunity 🎯

Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards applications are now open, and you have a chance to claim the lowest rate by applying before Friday, November 15, at 11:59 p.m. This is a fantastic opportunity for companies and projects focused on making the world safer, cleaner, more sustainable, and more equitable.

If you’ve launched a creative, impactful initiative in the past year that tackles the world’s most pressing issues, you stand a great chance! Applications will be judged on impact, design, scalability, and ingenuity.

Winners and finalists will be featured in the Summer issue of Fast Company and on fastcompany.com, giving your work the recognition it deserves. Don’t miss out —submit your application today!

Apply here.

Let’s Connect in Lisbon!

Today, we're hosting our Annual Venture Drinks — an exclusive gathering for the venture and tech community! If you're in Lisbon, come join us for an evening of networking with investors and tech startups, great music, light bites, and drinks. It’s the perfect chance to connect with reporters from TechCrunch, Tech.eu, PCMag, and more.

The event is already fully booked with over 400 tech enthusiasts and investors signed up, but we've saved a few spots just for our subscribers!

Want in? Drop a message to [email protected] to get on the list.

We can’t wait to meet you in person!

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