Organization-Public Relationship: Satisfaction and Intention to Retain a Relationship with a Cell Phone Service Provider

Abstract

This investigation examined five dimensions (anthropomorphism, professional benefit/experience, personal commitment, comparison of alternatives, and community involvement) of Bruning and Galloway's (2003) organization-public relationship as related to consumer satisfaction with and willingness to continue a relationship with a cell phone service provider. Results showed that personal commitment and anthropomorphism were associated with perceived satisfaction and that personal commitment was associated with likelihood to pursue a future relationship with the organization. The discussion addresses implications for the study of organization-public relationships.

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Danette Ifert Johnson

Danette Ifert Johnson, Department of Communication Studies, Ithaca College.

Greg Acquavella

Greg Acquavella, Department of Communication Studies, Ithaca College.