User Experience Strategy for Website Design
Crafting an engaging and effective user experience requires a deep understanding of target audiences and a balance between simplicity and functionality.
Video Profiles for Board Protection
The production and promotion of videos that showcase individual board members may be the most powerful piece of proactive content that executives could invest in.
The Long-Term Value of Investor Days
Maximize the long-term ROI of your IR day efforts by optimizing production value and capturing engaging content that you can draw from again and again.
The Case for Digital Brand Guidelines
Digital brand guides are easy to navigate and share with employees, media, and interested third parties, keeping everyone on the same page with your brand front and center.
Fearless M&A: Mastering the Art of Video Announcements
Avoid common mergers and acquisition announcement pitfalls with these top techniques and authentic corporate communication best practices.
Video Advances: Keeping It Reel in an AI World
Haystack’s video team has been using AI for years. It’s a game changer for cleanup, but we also see significant limitations.
Optimize Your Digital Reputation Through Social Listening
Knowledge is power, and social listening provides a goldmine of information for any company or communications team.
Investor Day Evolution: Top Strategies for Success
The success of investor day production hinges on a company's ability to adapt to changing preferences and technological advancements.
The Future Is Now, and It’s Video
Here in 2024, we can confidently say the time is now; embrace video marketing or be left behind.
Protecting Board Directors in the Age of Activist Investing
If you’re a public company, your proxy fight countdown clock is ticking. Learn how to proactively mitigate investor activism now.
Why Internal Holiday Videos Should Stay Internal
Year-end holiday videos are strong culture-makers, but be sure to consider your audience to avoid damaging your brand.
Analyze Your Online Footprint And Own The Digital Landscape
Optimize your footprint with our Digital Landscape Discovery & Strategy process to reach your goals and stand out amongst competitors.
Data-Powered IR — A New Approach to Investor Relations
While traditional shareholder communication remains indispensable, digital engagement has emerged as a driving force in investor relations.
Quantifying Culture Through Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
We understand the importance of mission, vision, and value statements. But don’t take our word for it — let the data speak for itself.
Yes, You Need a Cookie Banner.
We all crave a seamless online experience, but for now, cookie banners are a best practice for maintaining online privacy.
Optimizing Conversion: The Power of Data and Targeting in Landing Pages and Microsites
We rely on relevant targeting data and compelling content to drive conversions. Our tools of choice: landing pages and microsites.
GA4: The Next Evolution in Measuring Website Traffic
Google is switching from Universal Analytics to Google Analytics 4. Here’s everything you need to know.
Protect Your Board: Strategies for New Proxy Card Rules
Activist investors are coming. It’s time to get proactive about protecting yourself and your board.
What's in a Name? The Five Key Attributes of Brand Identity
Haystack Needle’s branding wing has grounded its old identity and is taking flight under a new name: Tailfeather.
Secrets of Nimble Video: the DirEditor, Super DP, and Remote Producer
Learn how our award-winning video team, Fearless Company, can produce and deliver broadcast-quality videos within 48 hours in over 100 countries.