By Donna Loughlin Mike Fitzsimmons knows how costly a bad hire can be for a company. Prior to launching the cloud-based, employee-recruiting startup Crosschq, Mike had founded a pair of…
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By Donna Loughlin Pamela Greyer remembers the day Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. She also remembers the days that followed as she watched her neighborhood on the South Side…
By Donna Loughlin Praveen Penmetsa grew up helping his family on their chili pepper farms in Southern India, a rather fitting start for someone who would eventually devote his career…
By Donna Loughlin Donald Burlock always knew he was a creative, but he wasn’t always sure what that meant. More importantly, he wasn’t always sure how to unleash that creativity…
By Donna Loughlin Jay Giraud’s biggest goal is pretty straightforward — he wants to do for two-wheeled vehicles what Tesla has done for cars. Jay is the co-founder and CEO…
By Donna Loughlin Not many people can say they helped create a $37 billion dollar industry, disrupted dozens of others and hired Steve Jobs — twice. Al Alcorn did all…
By Donna Loughlin Peter Shankman is what you get when you combine curiosity and creativity with energy and adrenaline. He talks faster than most of us think and he thinks…
Damon Motors continues to expand. Next Stop: Latin America. The company is teaming up with Auteco Mobility, a leading Latin American EV transportation company, to deliver Damon-branded motorcycles—including the HyperSport™,…
(Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay) “Your data is your private property, and you should stop giving it away to strangers for free.” – Lyndon Oh, co-founder & CEO, Ozone It’s no…
The Fast Company 2021 World Changing Idea Awards have been announced and two of LMGPR’s futurist clients have made the list. Damon Motors and Mode were both recognized with Honorable…
Two of the world’s most innovative electric transportation companies have been awarded for their sustainability efforts. Damon Motors and Monarch Tractor have each received a 2021 Green GOOD DESIGN Award…
(Image by purwaka seta from Pixabay.) April 22nd is Earth Day, “an annual event to demonstrate support for environmental protection.” Here at LMGPR, we are proud to team up with…
(Image by F. Muhammed from Pixabay) Buildings are energy wasters. 70 percent of the world’s electricity powers buildings. 60 percent of that energy goes to waste. This is costing businesses…
Where are the electric and autonomous vehicle industries headed in 2021 and beyond? A new report from Drake Star Partners has the answer. The “State of the Advanced Mobility Industry…
Monarch Tractor continues to gain momentum following its successful launch in December 2020. The makers of the world’s smartest, fully electric, driver-optional tractor has announced the successful completion of its…
Damon Motors is in the home stretch to bring the first HyperSport motorcycles to the road. The company has received a boost from the investment community, closing a bridge round…
Arris was just named to a coveted industry list. The manufacturing technology pioneer has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s “10 Most Innovative Manufacturing Companies of 2021.” Arris was…
They don’t make products like they used to… nor should they. Innovations in manufacturing technology are reimagining how products are made and how they perform, while also reducing their harmful…
As businesses and schools struggle to reopen and stay open as a result of COVID-19, UBTECH Robotics, a global leader in robotics and AI, is answering the call. This week,…
A new electric tractor is driving the future of sustainable farming. Monarch Tractor is the world’s smartest, fully electric, driver-optional tractor. The robust platform offers groundbreaking technology that empowers sustainable…
Businesses that can positively leverage social media have a leg up on the competition. However, the ability to creatively promote your brand on IG is easier said than done. But…
(Drum Roll) And the “2020 Best of Silicon Valley Award” in the Public Relations Counselors category goes to… LMGPR! Each year, the Silicon Valley Award Program identifies companies that have…
Adapting to changing market conditions is important for every business. COVID-19 has resulted in social distancing becoming the new normal, and has forced businesses to evolve their business models to…
Damon Motorcycles continues to ride a wave of momentum in 2020 despite the crippling effects of the Coronavirus pandemic. Recently, the company announced unprecedented growth, expansion and a new feature:…
A new partnership between Triller and Snapchat is taking social music videos to the next level. Triller, which allows users to make professional looking music videos in mere seconds, is…
What do you get when you bring 120 of the top hip hop, rap and EDM artists together to raise money for COVID-19 relief efforts? A lot of eyeballs!…
Feeling stressed and anxious about Coronavirus? You’re not alone. An ABC News/Washington Post poll finds 70-percent of Americans are feeling personal stress as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. A…
Damon Motorcycles is having quite the year. The Canadian electric motorcycle company has been riding a wave of momentum since its official unveiling of the Hypersport HS motorcycle at CES…
(Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay) By Donna Michaels As business around the world react to the Coronavirus, many are allowing employees to work remotely. Working remote can present connectivity and engagement challenges…
Did you know 1 in every 4 deaths in the U.S. is attributed to heart disease, making it the leading cause of death for men and women? And did you…
It’s January and that can mean only one thing: CES is upon is! The annual conference and expo brings the latest and greatest consumer technologies from around the world to…
Life in the fast-paced Silicon Valley can be stressful. From the morning and evening commutes, to the daily challenges of work, to trying to unwind and shut your brain off…
By Noe Sacoco I love traveling, but it’s not without its hassles. Phone dying? Trouble sleeping? Want to elevate your selfie game? No problem! There are several travel gadgets that…
Hiking Half Dome was a bucket list item for me. I decided earlier this year I was going to do it. When my buddy dropped out, I took it as…
Innovations in hands-free technology are having a profound effect on businesses and consumers alike. LMG has been at the forefront of this emerging trend working with a variety of companies…
(Image by TeroVesalainen from Pixabay) How do you symbolize Silicon Valley? Some might say an apple or a “thumbs up” or perhaps a silicon chip. But those speak more to…
IoT devices have infiltrated our daily lives. We wear them to track our fitness. We use them to control our homes. We use them to make our businesses run more…
While the automobile has undergone fundamental changes since its inception, for 125-years one thing has basically remained the same: the license plate. Not anymore. Reviver Auto has introduced the Rplate…
Bastille has done it again. The company recently unveiled SirenJack: a vulnerability in emergency alert siren systems supplied by ATI Systems, potentially affecting millions of people. The vulnerability can be…
LMGPR is a big proponent of robots. We’ve been part of some of the biggest robot launches over the past few years including Knightscope’s K1, K5 and K7 crime-fighting robots,…
If you’ve ever written a press release AP style, you know there are a lot of guidelines to follow. Unfortunately, many of those guidelines are neglected or ignored, and to…
By Rachelle Avila It’s beginning to look a lot like… Halloween! Kika Tech is getting its users in the Halloween spirit with a variety of Halloween-themed emojis on its Kika…
By Jason Garcia “What’s in a tweet? That which we call a tweet by any other length would read as brief.” – 21st Century Shakespeare Or would it? Up until…
By Miranda Carter One small step for Girl Scouts, one huge leap for women in technology. The Girl Scouts of America is dedicated to helping young girls excel in life…
Knightscope and the K5 crime-fighting robot were in the national spotlight today appearing as guests on the popular CNBC morning show Squawk Box. The K5 roamed the studio as Knightscope…
They look lovable enough, but Knightscope’s security robots are serious about crime. The K3 and K5 have been deployed across California and have played key roles in preventing crime and…
By Rachelle Avila As women continue to trail-blaze and shatter glass ceilings here in Silicon Valley, the Silicon Valley Business Journal has announced its 2017 “Women of Influence Awards.” The annual…
National Robotics Week is upon us! The 8th annual event will be held April 8-16,2017 with four main goals: Celebrate the US as a leader in robotics technology development Educate…
It’s not easy to stand out in the crowd at CES. As the world’s largest innovation event, there are thousands of companies from all over the globe shouting “Hey, look…
You might not think a bike ride can change the world, but when you read “A Bicycle Built for Two Billion,” you might just change your mind. “A Bicycle Built…
Bastille is making news once again. The company has just unveiled “KeySniffer,” a new vulnerability in millions of low-cost wireless keyboards. KeySniffer allows hackers to eavesdrop and capture every keystroke a victim types in 100 percent…
We are proud to announce that Bastille has made CRN’s list of “The 10 Coolest Security Startups of 2016 (So Far).” The list looks at startups that “have gained significant…
By Miranda Carter Being a Millennial, I can hardly remember a time without access to the Internet. In fact, some of my earliest memories still include the sounds of that…
By Delight Nwangwu Now that your game plan is in place and you’ve thought about your Instagram Image, it’s finally time to start Instagramming! First things first: Download the app!…
By Delight Nwangwu Welcome to part two of Instagram 101 for Businesses. In part one, we put you on the fast path to Instagram success by focusing on establishing a…
By Delight Nwangwu With over 300 million active users and growing, Instagram has become an important social media platform for businesses. If done right, it can boost your brand and…
By Kris Aguilar Google “how to market on social media” and you’ll get about 345,000,000 results. Google “books on social media” and you’ll get 144,000,000 results. Despite an overabundance of…
By Miranda Carter Your college years are not only some of the most formative and exciting years of your life, but some of the most stressful as well. You’re young…
By Miranda Carter “YAAAAHHHH!” screamed various students as I walked through the doors of the dojang for the very first time. Immediately, without hesitation, I turned around and walked right…
Have you ever left your house and had that sinking feeling you forgot to do something… like close the garage door? What if there was a way to check it…
By Miranda Carter “Don’t forget your sunblock!” One of the many wise phrases we all heard from our mothers growing up. However, so few of us actually realize how important…
If you are a city dweller, you know that getting around town can be tough. Whether it’s traffic, a lack of parking, too far to walk, too steep to bicycle,…
We’re only a few days into 2016, but CES, the year’s biggest tech show, is already upon us! LMGPR is headed to Las Vegas to help our clients stand out…
By Donna Loughlin Michaels My dad would be proud. He was an avid reader of Popular Science and collected issues for years. The November issue of Popular Science with Divergent…
For the 7th consecutive year, LMGPR has received a “Best of Silicon Valley” award in the “Public Relations Counselors” category. The annual awards are bestowed upon those businesses that have…
By Grace Koh and Arlene Go As we see fall sneaking around the corner, it’s back to school for the kids, back to juggling school pickups, back to coordinating the…
By Rachelle Avila Since its June 2015 debut, the Blade 3D-printed supercar from Divergent Microfactories has become a global phenomena. This week, it rolled down the Hollywood Walk of Fame…
Everybody wants a cleaner planet. Divergent Microfactories is one of the few companies actually doing something about it. The company recently unveiled “Blade,” the world’s first 3D-printed supercar. Most people…
It’s been a busy week for us here at RSA, “where the world talk security.” We have not one, not two, but THREE security clients taking part in one of…
Playing outside is a way of life for most kids. It allows them to make friends, gain independence and create memories. But for parents, letting their kids out of their…
This week, LMGPR lost a beloved member of the family. Bailey, a Wire Fox Terrier, joined the LMGPR team in 2001. He was three-months old and full of energy, creative ideas…
Have you ever lost your wallet? If so, you know what a hassle it can be. From the initial panic of worrying about credit card fraud and Identity theft, to…
Getting kids to brush their teeth can be difficult. Getting kids to WANT to brush their teeth is even harder. Grush, the first gaming toothbrush for kids, is changing that….
It’s Friday night and you’ve suddenly been tasked with securing dinner reservations at a Bay Area hotspot. The problem? A) you don’t know any hotspots and B) IT’S FRIDAY NIGHT!…
SKULLY, makers of the first Heads Up Display (HUD) motorcycle helmet, came out with some HUGE news today: Beginning Monday, August 11th, SKULLY will start taking pre-orders for the highly…
For most startups, funding is an integral part of the business plan. Without funding from outside sources, these startups would not have the resources they need to move their businesses…
LMGPR is proud to announce that not one, but TWO of our clients have been selected as finalists for the 2014 TiE50 Awards: Sideband Networks and Smart Monitor. TiE screened more…
By Katelynn Degnan Move over, Cooperstown! Silicon Valley has its own Hall of Fame and LMGPR has been inducted! For the past six years, LMGPR has received a “Best of…
By Katelynn Degnan Have you seen Silicon Valley yet? The new HBO comedy series from Mike Judge, responsible for the cult classic Office Space and cartoons Beavis and Butthead and King…
By Katelynn Degnan Mystery is a thing of the past. Living in the age of Social Media, our lives are constantly on display. Between status updates and posting pictures and…
by John Vu SXSW Interactive starts today and with so many events and so little time, you’ll need to plan out your schedule as efficiently as possible. To maximize your…
LMGPR is gearing up for a busy one, as there are not one-but two major conferences being held in San Francisco next week… and LMGPR clients are involved in both….
If there were a product that could help improve the safety of your loved ones behind the wheel, would you buy it? Well, now you can! Truvolo has unveiled a…
CES is back! Live from Las Vegas, the International Consumer Electronics Show is “the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies.” Our client, iSmartAlarm…
As part of its year-end review, CRN (Computer Reseller News) has come out with its “10 Coolest Networking Startups of 2013” and two of our clients, Jeda Networks and Sideband…
Who’s poised to shake up the networking market in 2014? The answer to that question, according to Enterprise Networking Planet, is Sideband Networks! Sideband’s application-aware network performance monitoring solution made…
As Christmas draws near, LMGPR is getting into the holiday spirit! The office is decorated: Lots of tasty Christmas treats: And a soundtrack of holiday favorites. Here are some of…
It’s been a busy week for Knightscope. The company unveiled the K5, an autonomous data machine that can predict and prevent crime, at the Winter 2013 Plug and Play EXPO on…
The future of network monitoring and performance has arrived. Sideband Networks today unveiled the industry’s first unified solution that correlates live traffic with logged network traffic generating a new perspective on…
By Donna Loughlin Michaels LMGPR has been on the fast track with dozens of clients over the years, but Skully Helmets really stands out in the crowd. Last week, we launched…
Tuesday October 15th, marks the start of DEMO Fall 2013 and we at LMGPR couldn’t be more excited! DEMO is the “launchpad for emerging technology and trends” and is one…
After more than a month of gorging ourselves on San Jose’s finest hamburgers, our waistlines finally said “ENOUGH.” And so, sadly, we all agreed that we’d have one last hurrah……
This week’s burger battle took us back to the San Pedro Square Market to take on Little Chef Counter. For the uninformed, Little Chef Counter is ” a micro-bistro which specializes…
After four weeks of Burger Battling, our brave contestants are getting a real flavor for what kinds of burgers they like. They’ve tried some pretty top-notch burgers up to this…
By Michael Erwin This week’s burger battle had SO much potential. We spent the better part of the week drooling over Konjoe’s Facebook page loaded with pics of their amazing…
LMGPR continued its burger quest this week at the recently opened Smashburger in San Jose. Why is it called “Smashburger?” Well, according to their website: “Because the 100 percent Angus…
Typos happen. And they happen to everyone. Case in point: a recent Columbus Dispatch headline read “Elway throws seven touchdown passes.” The problem? John Elway retired in 1999. The headline…
If there’s one thing we enjoy here at LMGPR, it’s a good hamburger. So much so, that we’ve decided to take our own burger challenge! Every Thursday in September (and maybe October…
Have you seen this viral video of a marriage proposal gone terribly wrong? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yE-wGeCmYA Turns out, the whole thing was not only a hoax, but a PR stunt at that!…
It’s a mobile world. No longer just a communications tool to keep us connected to our family and friends, mobile technology has seeped into just about every aspect of our…
Last week was a banner week for Agari. The leading email security provider released its 2013 Email TrustIndex- Second Quarter Edition, a quarterly report that gives an in-depth look at…
If you are using Twitter for more than just a social entertainment outlet, chances are you are what is known as a “Twitter Power User.” But being a Twitter Power…
By Bianca De Rose Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, LMGPR is surrounded by tech, innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit. Whether they are scrappy startups or world-renowned companies,…
By Bianca De Rose Here at LMGPR we create individual social media campaigns for each of our clients. We understand that maintaining a strong presence online is a necessity for businesses…
By Paul Fernandez If you needed any more proof that the NFL is king in this country, look no further than what qualified as “news” during the July doldrums known…
If you own an iPad or an iPhone, this could be your lucky week! On the heels of Wednesday’s fifth anniversary of Apple’s App Store, several games and apps are…
By Phil Lanides (Phil Lanides looks on during an MMA bout) I’ve been working in public relations now for over seven years, and during my time in the business, I’ve…
The arrival of summer had us at LMGPR thinking about our favorite summer tunes. What song really sums up summer for each of us? We took a poll and here…
We don’t toot our own horn all that often, but once in a while it’s nice to be recognized for our hard work! We’ve been notified by the U.S. Commerce…
LMGPR continues to grow and expand. We’ve recently added three new team members who have made an immediate impact with our clients, securing coverage in USA Today, TechCrunch and eWeek to name a few. Allow…
The San Pedro Square Farmers’ Market is back! Every Friday, the road right outside our front door is shut down and transformed into an outdoor marketplace with something for everyone….
Anything look different to you on our blog? It should! As part of our complete LMGPR website makeover, we’ve given our blog a new name and look as well: The…
Funding is an integral aspect of business for just about every startup. Over the years, however, funding has proven difficult to come across and so startup companies have looked for…
Officially, the “LMG” in LMGPR stands for “Loughlin Michaels Group.” Here at the office, however, “LMG” takes on a meaning that we strive to bring to all our clients: Leadership, Momentum and Growth….
It wasn’t that long ago when Silicon Valley, the tech capitol of the world, was a lush farmland known as the “Valley of Hearts Delight.” So how did Santa Clara…
Brian Solis is back! The renowned digital analyst, blogger, speaker, advisor and author of two of LMGPR’s favorite books: “Engage: The…
They say it’s the thought that counts. So if you’re one of the masses giving one of the top three most popular…
By Helen Koh Step aside Internet memes, cat videos and less-than-interesting Facebook/Twitter updates about “where you are” or “what you had for lunch:” LMGPR is…
This is Christine Marie Katas. She’s the co-founder of Contagious Apps & Entertainment, a digital media creativity factory producing next-generation software…
It was a successful launch for Documents.Me. The Santa Clara-based company introduced “the first solution to aggregate business documents from private, public and…
A new study out from CareerCast has us here at LMGPR saying: “tell us something we don’t already know!” According to the report,…
It’s been a great (and busy) week for iSmartAlarm at CES! The company that is putting a “21st century spin on traditional security systems” unveiled…
By Phil Lanides In today’s day and age, multitasking is king. Consumer tech products have followed that trend, and now, a Mountain View-based company is combining music with a massage…
We’re going to CES! The annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas kicks off next week (Jan 8-11) and LMGPR will be…
Well, the world didn’t end in 2012. That leaves us with a whole new slew of predictions and resolutions for 2013. So what can…
If you’re like most of us, you’re scrambling to find gifts for everybody on your Christmas list. The top gifts are expected to be iPhones,…
3D has come a long way since the days of House of Wax, Jaws 3-D and Captain EO! Technological innovations have brought 3D from the…
It’s not everyday a Silicon Valley startup is tied to a major international incident, but not every Silicon Valley startup is Sococo! The Social Communications Company was featured…
At LMGPR, we get to work with some fascinating people. The companies we work with are on the cutting edge of technology and the people behind those companies are among…
We’ve got another new office! No, we haven’t moved from San Pedro Square, we’ve just expanded… into cyberspace! LMGPR has teamed up with Sococo to open a virtual office. Have…
Not every company can say they were featured in Time Magazine… but OneID can. The Silicon Valley startup that is looking to transform the current username/password system…
Social Business is a buzzword that has been gaining momentum for some time and is now becoming a way of life for many companies. One of the hottest trends within…
Navigating your way through Spotify’s 16 million tracks just got a little easier! Spectralmind has released Sonarflow Spot, “a fun, simple and interactive…
We’ve moved our headquarters! After several years of calling Murphy Square home, we’ve said “So long, Sunnyvale” and “Hello San Jose!” That’s us there on the right… above Starbucks… how…
LMGPR is expanding its PR services with a new entertainment and music practice: LMGPRTrax. LMGPR has prior experience working with authors, musicians and celebrity talent and pulls from Sony Entertainment,…
If you use a Bluetooth headset, chances are you’ve misplaced it at one time or another, or perhaps even lost it completely. And while they may be small…
Public Relations become PUBLIC ELATION for ice cream lovers everywhere today as Ben & Jerry’s holds its annual “Free Cone Day.” Ben & Jerry’s holds the event to thank customers…
They say that as you grow older, the memory is the first thing to go. If so, then we’re in big trouble when it comes to our digital identity! If…
Happy Valentine’s Day! Did you get candy, flowers, a card, jewelry or make dinner plans for your certain someone this year? You’re not alone! For a closer look: EggDrop Valentine Infographic
With so many social media outlets out there today, people relatively new to the social media phenomenon may find themselves overwhelmed. Luckily, Douglas Wray posted “Social Media Explained” to his…
This is becoming a bit of a habit! We’re proud to announce that another one of LMGPR’s alums has been acquired! This time it is Reppler being acquired by TrustedID,…
Congratulations to Rhomobile! InfoWorld has chosen Rhomobile Rhodes for a 2012 Technology of the Year Award. The Rhodes framework allows developers to more easily build mobile apps for Android, IOS,…
LMGPR would like to introduce you to our newest client: Roamz. The Aussie-based company released its location-based intelligent mobile app at Web 2.0 in San Francisco on October…
By Ashley Albert If your life is anything like mine, there’s not enough time to spend skimming through the bazillions of apps that are currently on the market. I…
By Michael Erwin It’s finally here! The eagerly anticipated release of myBantu’s app for IOS and Android has come to pass! For those of you…
By Michael Erwin “SocialGuard did what it promised, and I believe it could be a real benefit to parents and children alike…”–Walter S. Mossberg, The Wall Street Journal. LMGPR has…
By Michael Erwin Congratulations to Rhomobile! The San Jose-based company that offers products for enterprise smartphone applications has made the ninth annual AlwaysOn Global 250 Top Private Companies list. AlwaysOn…
By Michael Erwin “I’ve waited two years to write this: WE. ARE. LIVE.”- Luke Stangel That was the first Facebook update from Tackable co-founder and…
By Michael Erwin Remember chatrooms? Well, they’re back… sorta! This time however they are musically themed and not only do you get to chat, but you get to share music…
By Anton Molodetskiy After an unconventional start (record-breaking rain in June… really?) things are heating up in Silicon Valley and Summer 2011 is kicking into high gear. With that in…
By Lindsay Newman School is out, summer is here and it’s time to protect yourself… and we’re not just talking about the sun. While it is time to lacquer on…
By Michael Erwin “It was early in the morning of Mar.16. The 25-year-old cybersecurity analyst had spent months preparing for the events soon to unfold. His reddish hair still matted…
By Lauren Barnard It’s almost Father’s Day, so we figured we should tip our hats in respect to one of the key founding fathers of public relations, Edward Bernays, who…
By Michael Erwin The App explosion has been nothing short of astounding. Apple’s App Store was launched back in 2008 and saw its inventory jump from 10,000 to 100,000 in…
By Michael Erwin As the Internet has “World Wide Webbed” its way into the everyday lives of people across the globe, there has unfortunately also been an increase in online…
By Michael Erwin It’s been a rough few months for Sony. Hackers hit the entertainment giant back in April resulting in a nearly month-long shut down of its PlayStation Network….
By Ashley Albert, aka “The New Girl” As a student you tend to hear stories of less-than gratifying internships from classmates. I mean, what can really be learned from being…
By Michael Erwin Loughlin Michaels Group is adding another award to its trophy case. The US Commerce Association (USCA) has selected LMGPR for the 2011 Best of Sunnyvale Award in…
By Michael Erwin Tsk Tsk! The fallout continues after last week’s PR snafu involving Facebook and Google. For those out of the loop, Facebook found itself in an embarrassing situation…
7 out of 10 employers will monitor your network to keep them safe from you By Anton Molodetskiy and Roberto Araujo Picture this: You’re a college student looking to graduate…
By Lindsay Newman There is no denying that Twitter has taken the social networking world by storm. Facebook and YouTube have become overly time consuming in the shadow of a…
By Roberto Araujo Today marks the 100th anniversary of the International Women’s Day. Our field of public relations is practically filled with great women of all ages, races and sexual…
Matt Sarrel and Donna Michaels Gamification is a hot topic these days. This is sort of funny to me that in 2011 it’s all about gamification. The reason why I…
What you need to see at this year’s Game Developer’s Conference: By Matt Sarrel Just in case you didn’t know, this year’s GDC takes place at the Moscone Center from…