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WWW.SRFUNDS.COM Sample Public Relations Plan Outline “Although each PR plan will be uniquely organized and formatted by its’ author, the following outline includes all necessary components.” I. Introduction- Situation analysis including state of the market and key issues that programs will address II. Objectives – Overall objectives of the public relations efforts in support of company’s marketing objectives III. Message Model – 3-5 key messages, based on the company positioning strategy detailed in the Marketing Plan, that PR programs will communicate IV. Target Audience Lists An expanded list of press (on-line and print, newsletters, trades, technology, business, local, and broadcast), market and financial analysts and other influencers, based on the Market Leverage Model in the Marketing Plan. Lists should be prioritized (tier 1, 2, etc.) and categorized by type and coverage. Include in-depth profiles of Top 10 publications and Top 5 analyst firms. V. Spokespersons/Training – List of approved spokespersons for various topics, e.g. Corporate – CEO, Technology – CTO, Product – VP Marketing, and plan for general training of spokespersons and for pre-briefing prior to interviews and tours VI. Programs – Detail on specific programs, with objectives, tactics, timing, budget and measurement for each. Sample programs might include: A. Corporate/Product Press Kit Materials – corporate presentation, backgrounder, fact sheets, data sheets, collateral, kit cover, etc.

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Sample Public Relations Plan Outline “Although each PR plan will be uniquely organized and formatted by its’ author, the following outline includes all necessary components.”

I. Introduction- Situation analysis including state of the market and key issues that programs will address

II. Objectives – Overall objectives of the public relations efforts in

support of company’s marketing objectives

III. Message Model – 3-5 key messages, based on the company positioning strategy detailed in the Marketing Plan, that PR programs will communicate

IV. Target Audience Lists – An expanded list of press (on-line and print,

newsletters, trades, technology, business, local, and broadcast), market and financial analysts and other influencers, based on the Market Leverage Model in the Marketing Plan. Lists should be prioritized (tier 1, 2, etc.) and categorized by type and coverage. Include in-depth profiles of Top 10 publications and Top 5 analyst firms.

V. Spokespersons/Training – List of approved spokespersons for

various topics, e.g. Corporate – CEO, Technology – CTO, Product – VP Marketing, and plan for general training of spokespersons and for pre-briefing prior to interviews and tours

VI. Programs – Detail on specific programs, with objectives, tactics, timing, budget and measurement for each.

Sample programs might include:

A. Corporate/Product Press Kit Materials – corporate presentation, backgrounder, fact sheets, data sheets, collateral, kit cover, etc.

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B. Press Releases - rolling schedule

C. Product Launch – includes integration with general launch plan to sales, customers, etc.

D. Press Tours – topics, preparation, spokespersons, specialized

materials, etc.

E. Speaking Opportunities/Calendar of Events – including technology, industry and financial conferences

F. Trade Shows

G. White Papers

H. Contributed Articles – technical, industry, etc.

I. Customer Testimonials

J. Partner Programs – interoperability, alliance

announcements, etc.

K. Editorial Calendars – include calendars of top 10 publications and program strategies for each

L. Analyst Program

III. Timelines and Schedules

IV. Headcount and Consolidated Budget - include budgets for news wire distribution,

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