Over the past two years at DDC, Jo Jensen has helped pioneer its digital practice by developing and overseeing several successful PR campaigns. Jensen specializes in connecting offline and online activities and driving earned media… Continued
Stories by Chris Seymour
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Kathleen Kirkham, Director of Corporate Communications, Smithfield Foods
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourSmithfield’s Kathleen Kirkham effectively manages corporate marketing strategy, public relations, media relations and advertising initiatives, as well as agency-partner relationships and community outreach initiatives for the $15-billion consumer packaged goods (CPG) company. Additionally, she manages… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Alison Kwong, Senior Public Relations Specialist, National Instruments
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourJoining the National Instruments (NI) PR team in 2012, Alison Kwong has been a highly valued member of the company’s global marketing organization. As a Senior Public Relations Specialist, Kwong demonstrates expertise in B2B marketing… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Michelle Muslera, Director of Social Media and Digital Communications for Latin America and the Caribbean, MasterCard
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourMichelle Muslera joined MasterCard three years ago and in a short period of time has navigated through various different functions within the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Communications Team based in Miami. A year ago,… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Molly Phillips, Corporate Communications Manager, Omni Hotels & Resorts
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAs a communications professional, Molly Phillips has had exposure to all parts of a business – marketing, operations, financials, revenue management, brand development and strategy. She has established a strong track record of successes in… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Lucille Spann, Public Relations Representative, Visit Florida
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourLucille Spann is a dedicated public relations professional with talent, integrity and enthusiasm, and is a model for up and coming PR practitioners everywhere. In the past year, she received her Master of Science in… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Sarah Stipicevic, Press Secretary, Peter G. Peterson Foundation
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAs Press Secretary at a prominent, non-partisan foundation, Sarah Stipicevic deftly operates at the intersection of media relations, policy development and reputation management. At the Peterson Foundation, Stipicevic is the day to day point person… Continued
2015 Rising PR Stars (corporation and association): Matthew Windsor, Sr. Publicist, Animal Planet
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourMatt Windsor, senior publicist with Animal Planet's communications team, demonstrated superb skill, leadership and outstanding creativity with the planning and execution of the network’s first-ever Road to Puppy Bowl prior to Super Bowl XLIX in… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: APCO Worldwide
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourAPCO provides its employees with a supportive environment that focuses on individual strengths, goals, and growth opportunities. Through a newly redesigned annual review process, employees receive valuable feedback to enhance their performance and to foster… Continued
2015 Top Places to Work in PR: Astellas US Corporate Affairs
December 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourThe Astellas Americas Corporate Affairs team drives positive understanding of Astellas as a trusted and innovative leader and employer of choice. The Corporate Affairs team at Astellas is fortunate to have a direct line of… Continued