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'Control of production is more important than loosely based label claims,' says Nebraska beef producer

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 2d

Celebrating an #EarnedMedia win: I placed Blake Albers, Founder & CEO of #AlbersCraftMeats, in #AgFunderNews. He talks about why production control > label claims.
Need PR that builds authority and visibility? Reach out to #OhHelloAgency today!
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#PR #Visibility

'Control of production is more important than loosely based label claims,' says Blake Albers of Albers Craft Meats

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Erasing Color, Erasing Community: Houston’s Rainbow Crosswalks and the Fight for Visibility

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 14d

Houston’s rainbow crosswalks were built as a promise of safety, remembrance & belonging.
Now, with the state ordering their removal, Houstonians reflect on their meaning & what’s truly at stake.
Read via @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social:
www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/10/hous...
#LGBTQ #Houston #Pride

Houston’s rainbow crosswalks were created to honor a life lost, not to make a political statement. Now, after Governor Abbott ordered their removal, community leaders say the move represents a deeper ...

Interview: Broadway Banned Books Week Launches With George Takei & Performers

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 22d

For @broadwayworld.com, I interviewed @dramagal.bsky.social about the launch of #BroadwayBannedBooksWeek, a new tradition uniting #Broadway, libraries, and publishing against censorship. And featuring @georgetakei.bsky.social!

Full story: www.broadwayworld.com/article/Inte...

#BannedBooksWeek

Broadway has always been about telling stories that illuminate, challenge, and connect us. From October 5–11, 2025, Broadway and the No Book Bans coalition are teaming up to launch the inaugural Broad...

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Interview: Broadway Banned Books Week Launches With George Takei & Performers

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nobookbans.bsky.social @nobookbans.bsky.social · 23d

Proud to be partnering on #BroadwayBannedBooksWeek with Brooklyn Public Library @bklynlibrary.bsky.social and several Broadway and Off-Broadway shows! #MyStoryBelongs #MiHistoriaPertenece Thank you, @declarke85.bsky.social!

www.broadwayworld.com/article/Inte...

Broadway has always been about telling stories that illuminate, challenge, and connect us. From October 5–11, 2025, Broadway and the No Book Bans coalition are teaming up to launch the inaugural Broad...

www.broadwayworld.com

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 24d

I'm celebrating a big client #PRWin! Susan Pilato of Mantra Inspired Furniture is featured in @virginiabusiness.bsky.social’s #WomenInLeadership.
At #OhHelloAgency, we’re passionate about helping clients earn the kind of recognition that builds lasting visibility. Ready for your story to be next?

SUSAN PILATO | Owner and principal, PC&A Business Environments; CEO, Mantra Inspired Furniture - Virginia Business

At the age of 5, Susan Pilato knew she wanted to own her own business. She realized that goal at the age of 25, when she and Donna Counts launched what is now known as PC&A Business Environments, a co...

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A Backyard Glow: Ryan and Michael’s Intimate Texas Wedding

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 25d

Magazine Design & Layout by @thealexrosa.bsky.social.
Social Media Graphics by me.

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · 25d

Ryan & Michael’s intimate backyard wedding proves that real magic isn’t in the glitz, it’s in the intention, the candlelight & the handmade details. I shared their story in @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social: www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/09/ryan...
#LGBTQIA #DIYWedding #LoveStory

Ryan Russell and Michael Waligura brought warmth and creativity to their Nacogdoches wedding, turning a backyard-style celebration into a candlelit evening filled with love, laughter, and personal tou...

Leather, Lace and Legacy: Montrose Center Gala Honors Community Leaders

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 24

Magazine Design & Layout by @thealexrosa.bsky.social.
Social Media Graphics by me.

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 24

Montrose Center's #OutForGood #Gala is one of #Houston’s most dazzling nights. And one of the most impactful, raising funds for LGBTQIA+ programs! I covered the event & honorees #AtlantisNarcisse & @bradpritchett.bsky.social for @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social! www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/09/mont...

The Montrose Center’s 2025 Out for Good gala honors Atlantis Narcisse and Brad Pritchett for their leadership in advancing Houston’s LGBTQ community.

Forever Furniture : Connection, Inclusivity & Well-Being Susan Pilato, Mantra Inspired Furniture

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 9

Celebrating a PR win for my client, #MantraInspiredFurniture. Founder Susan Pilato was on The Wild Party podcast to talk sustainability, inclusivity & the future of American hardwood furniture.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0Ea...
#PublicRelations #ClientSuccess #ThoughtLeadership

YouTube video by BoomTown Marketing

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 4

I'm featured in #TheBigSMokeAU, where I liken #ChatGPT to my morning coffee. #AI's essential for speed, not perfection.
The real skill? Prompting with purpose.
Read why I think #communications pros everywhere must master that muscle: thebigsmoke.com.au/2025/09/04/f...
#PromptEngineering

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Australian ‘It’s Time’ initiative encourages Jewish households to ‘electrify’ and make greener choices

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 3

I helped #TheBigSmoke team with individualized North American media pitching, leading to #eJewishPhilanthropy coverage on efforts encouraging Jewish households to electrify & make greener choices.
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#PublicRelations #EarnedMedia #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Jewish Climate Network organizes home information sessions to get Jewish families to opt for electric appliances, solar panels

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Sep 1

Took George Michael to the groomer for his first time. I’m happy with the results!
#Cavapoo #Puppy

Even in Crisis, Pamela and Malissa Dunnings Show Love’s Strength

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 26

Social Media Graphics by me.
Magazine Design & Layout by @thealexrosa.bsky.social.

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 26

Pamela & Malissa Dunnings’ Laguna Beach #wedding didn’t go as planned. A sudden medical emergency turned their big day into a 30-second ceremony surrounded by first responders. Read their story in my @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social feature:
www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/07/dunn...
#LGBTQ #Love

Pamela and Malissa Dunnings planned a beach wedding—but a medical emergency led them to marry in front of first responders, proving love can shine through any storm.

Precision Without Pressure: What Every Industry Can Learn from Patient-Centered Healthcare - Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 25

Celebrating an #EarnedMedia success! #MICImagingAndProcedureCenter was featured on #EnterpriseFitRadio, where Dr. Pat Harty shared how patient-first care & innovation go hand in hand.
Listen here: epodcastnetwork.com/precision-wi...
For #PR that gets results, reach out to #OhHello today.
#Visibility

Dr. Pat Harty, Interventional Radiologist at MIC Imaging and Procedure Center, where he helps patients access minimally invasive procedures in a calm, patient-first setting joins Enterprise Fit Radio.

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 25

Social Media Graphics by me.
Magazine Design & Layout by @thealexrosa.bsky.social.

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 25

Gamma Vega’s dark, club-ready electronic pop is rooted in #Houston’s queer nightlife and powered by self-expression. For @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social, I profile the rising artist and her bold new sound.
Read: www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/08/gamm...
#GammaVega #HoustonMusic #QueerArtists #LGBTQ

Gamma Vega Drops Dark Dance Pop with Queer Power and Heart

With her club-ready EP Gamma, Houston’s Gamma Vega channels queer joy, Latinx pride, and dark pop energy into a sound that’s both personal and electrifying.

From Studio to CEO: How Nicole Scuderi Is Redefining Leadership in the Arts & Culture Industry - Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 21

I'm excited to celebrate Nicole Scuderi of #OCSArtServices' feature on #EnterprisePodcastNetwork, where she shares her leadership journey.
This is the power of strategic #PR. If you’re ready to grow your visibility, connect with #OhHelloAgency today.
Listen: epodcastnetwork.com/from-studio-...

Nicole Scuderi, Owner of OCS Art Services, which is a Brooklyn-based art logistics firm known for white-glove crating, packing, and shipping joins Enterprise Radio.

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 15

I'm proud to have secured this earned media for #OCSArtServices. Owner Nicole Scuderi joined @daedalushowell.bsky.social to share the planning, skill & logistics behind moving priceless art. Hear her around 28:00: open.spotify.com/episode/4zJe...
Want wins like this? Reach out!
#PRWin #EarnedMedia

Cross-Country Trips, Cold Cases, and the Art of Reinvention

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David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 14

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Magazine Design & Layout by @thealexrosa.bsky.social.

David Clarke @declarke85.bsky.social · Aug 14

Paul Luna’s PHASES blends #rap, #R&B & #soul while staying true to his #Houston roots and #LGBTQ identity. My feature for @outsmartmagazine.bsky.social highlights his journey, artistry, and fearless authenticity.
Read the feature: www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/08/paul...
#HipHop #QueerMusic

Paul Luna Brings Queer Energy and Honesty to Houston Hip-Hop

Houston’s Paul Luna blends hip-hop, soul, and poetic vulnerability in PHASES, a genre-bending new album that encourages listeners to live freely and love boldly.