Abstract:
The objective of this research is to explore the public relations strategies and tactics which are applied to the re-branding of Thai Commercial Banks. This research uses a qualitative research method by in-depth interviewing with executives and managers who responsible for the re-branding of Thanachart Bank, Siam Commercial Bank, Kasikorn Bank and Bank of Ayudhya. In addition, Public Relations concerned document are analyzed. The study found that public relation is used as communication tool to create perception of re-branding among target groups. The public relations strategies use in re-branding of Thai commercial banks are publicity strategy interns of supplementary / complementary strategy and borrowed-interest strategy, publicity of brand identity strategy, corporate image strategy, corporate credibility strategy, creating experience by special events strategy and press relation management. The content use in public relations is based on brand idea. Public relations tactics use in re-branding of Thai Commercial Banks are press release, press conference, photo release, interviewing, article, advertorial, exhibition, grand opening, contests, souvenir, sponsorship, seminar, photo story, press tour and press visit.