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Hello friends,

We hope you’re all holding up okay. 

Right now, everyone is facing an entirely new set of challenges, and here at VSC, we’re developing new ways to face them together. 

This crisis is not only impacting the work we do but also where we're doing it. To accommodate our new workplaces, we've developed an array of programs that can be implemented by a distributed team:
  • Remote podcasts are now a reality with a package of easy to plug-in mics and recording/streaming software. We’re managing the entire process from content strategy to distribution.
     
  • Webinars seemed so 1990s, but they’re coming back and filling the void of IRL events. Webinars are broadcast live and also recorded for distribution across channels.
     
  • Media relations continues to play a key role in how our companies adapt, lead, and develop solutions. Here’s how we recommend engaging today:
     
    • Be helpful. If you can be part of the solution, do so. 
    • Follow your target media on Twitter to gauge their current interests. 
    • A fair number of journalists are looking for business stories that are not COVID-related. 
       
  • Marketing preparation often gets sidelined by immediate demands. Now’s the opportunity to do things you never had time for:
     
    • Focus on refining company messaging + positioning. 
    • Build an editorial calendar and content to distribute throughout the remainder of the year.
    • Look at how data, surveys, and insights can help you tell your story. 
    • Review those wild and crazy marketing ideas that took a back seat. 

Our companies in the news

Mammoth Biosciences is partnering with UCSF to develop a rapid coronavirus test.

Genapsys’ ‘iPad-sized’ sequencer is used to detect strains of the virus.

Sight Diagnostics’ blood-testing device is deployed to help support quarantine measures.

Firefly donates ad space nationwide for real-time COVID-19 updates.

Honeybook releases a toolkit for small businesses at risk of losing income.

Retail Zipline launches COVID-19 Hub to help retailers quickly communicate best practices with store associates

Ben Grubbs, Former Global Head of Top Creator Partnerships at Youtube and CEO of Next 10 Ventures shares his perspective on live video trends during COVID.

VSC is co-leading a petition to provide financial relief to San Francisco small businesses.

Our team is here, intact, virtual and ready to serve. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out, and we’ll discuss where we can provide support.
 

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