Podcasts about public relations manager

Discover more about Ozark adventures on our Summer Vacation in Branson series show #3! It kicks off with Brandei Clifton, Public Relations Manager at Silver Dollar City, recognized as the #1 theme park in America by USA TODAY!!! Next from Pepsi Legends Theater, Ryan Pelton world champion ELVIS entertainer and actor, joined by Jill Heppner, Director of Marketing for Legends in Concert. We'll also meet Chris Larsen, General Manager of Pointe Royale Golf Village, a premier destination, offering a blend of world-class golf, resort-style amenities, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

On this episode of Growing Places SMGA's Economic Development Specialist Chris Fields visits with Chad Kinsley, CEO and Erica Fitzhugh, Communications and Public Relations Manager at Southeastern Electric Cooperative. If you're a member don't forget to mark your calendar for Southeastern Electric's annual meeting on Thursday, June 5 at 5pm.Chad's Hidden Gem: Lee's Meats in Tea, SD and Rural MFG in Freeman, SDEric's Hidden Gem: The Den in Salem, SD

May 14, 2025 ~ Connor Metz, Public Relations Manager for Flock Safety, joins Kevin to discuss how Flock Safety cameras alert officers of stolen vehicles and wanted offenders.

Michael Soileau and Scott Prather of LFT Fiber: Bringing Community-Owned Connectivity to Lafayette and Beyond This episode of Discover Lafayette features Michael Soileau, Director of LFT Fiber (formerly LUS Fiber), and Scott Prather, Public Relations Manager for the community-owned fiber utility. Together, they share the powerful story of how Lafayette's local investment in fiber optics two decades ago has blossomed into a cutting-edge broadband network that now reaches into rural and underserved communities across South Louisiana. It also underscored Lafayette's long-standing commitment to serving as a leader in our region, state, and nation in providing top-notch services to our citizens. A Full-Circle Moment Michael Soileau, a Mamou native, reflects on how the expansion of LFT Fiber into Evangeline Parish—one of Louisiana's most underserved and impoverished regions—feels personal. Thanks to strategic federal grants secured with the help of former Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet during her time with Acadiana Planning Commission, LFT Fiber is fulfilling its mission to bridge the digital divide in rural communities. Celebrating 20 Years of Fiber Innovation Lafayette was one of the first cities in the country to build its own fiber optic network. What started as a utility communication system quickly evolved into a public broadband network. On June 16, LFT Fiber celebrates the 20th anniversary of the citizens' vote to support this bold initiative. Expanding Across Acadiana Through federal funding programs such as the GUMBO grant, LFT Fiber has expanded into seven parishes: Evangeline, Iberia, Vermilion, St. Landry, Eunice, Jennings, and Acadia, focusing on homes that previously lacked access to true broadband. While they don't yet serve 100% of these areas, the goal remains to connect as many people as possible. Workforce and Community Investment LFT Fiber employs 94 local professionals and partners with Lafayette-based contractors for construction and installation. Community pride runs deep, and their mission extends beyond internet access—they support local nonprofits, events like Festival International, and schools through digital access and sponsorships. Connection Essentials: Making Internet Affordable Recognizing that not every household can afford premium internet, LFT Fiber recently launched Connection Essentials, a $25/month plan offering 60 Mbps service to families receiving federal assistance with a student in the home. The plan includes a modem and is currently being rolled out in Evangeline Parish, with expansion underway in Lafayette and beyond. The "Connection Essentials" plan provides internet speeds 60 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload for $25 per month, with unlimited data usage and no overage fees. Customer premise equipment is included at no additional cost. A one-time installation fee of $49 will be charged at the time of service activation. Everyday Pricing ("EDP") has also been introduced at affordable rates offered at 1 GBPS for $85.00 per month or 500 MBPS for $65.00 per month. "A commitment to fair, consistent pricing with no gimmicks, no surprises, and no limited-time promotions that leave you guessing." Digital Literacy and Safety Providing access is only part of the mission. LFT Fiber is actively partnering with school districts, library systems, and nonprofits to improve digital literacy, helping families understand how to safely and effectively use the internet for telemedicine, education, job searching, and more. Collaboration as a Core Value The recent Connectivity Summit, hosted by LFT Fiber on April 2, 2025, brought together business, nonprofit, healthcare, and education leaders to discuss shared challenges and foster partnerships. These summits help generate the kind of serendipitous, five-minute conversations that spark long-term innovation and community growth. On the Connectivity Summit, Michael Soileau shared,

Law Day is May 1st - celebrate the rule of law and the legal process. Danny Shapiro joins the Chris and Joe show to talk about how you can participate. 

We welcome Dr. Jennifer Roberts, Associate Professor at the University of Maryland, Catherine Shick, Public Relations Manager for FeedMore WNY, and Jillian Penkin, Founder of Penkin Consulting and the Northeast Regional Director of the National Association for Women in Construction.

On this months edition of Your Care with Guthrie X101’s Jack Eves is joined over the phone by Steve Osterhaus the Public Relations Manager for Guthrie. Steve is here to[Read More...] The post Get Ready for the Cortland Area Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase with Guthrie appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.

How can you take your career growth into your own hands? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we're diving into a story of initiative, inspiration, and empowerment led by the students of the Neuroscience Alliance at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Faced with a desire to expand their educational and career opportunities, these incredible students didn't wait for the right resources to come their way—they created them! The Neuroscience Alliance was founded with a mission to promote awareness, research, and volunteer opportunities in neuroscience while building professional connections between students and faculty. In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable minds behind the Neuroscience Alliance at UCF. They'll share their journey, the challenges they faced, and the benefits they've experienced by creating such a vibrant and supportive organization. More importantly, they'll provide practical advice and inspiration for students worldwide who want to take charge of their own education and career development. Ready to discover how you can create opportunities, build networks, and make a real difference in your field? Tune in to hear the story of the Neuroscience Alliance and learn how you can bring similar initiatives to life at your university. Let's explore how students are redefining neuroscience education—one bold step at a time! About the Podcast Guests: The Neuroscience Alliance (NSA) at the University of Central Florida The NSA is a student organization committed to advancing awareness, research, and volunteer opportunities in neuroscience. It serves as a bridge between students and faculty, offering insights into current research and future career opportunities. The alliance takes a multidisciplinary approach to neuroscience, linking it with fields like medicine, psychology, biotechnology, psychiatry, and more. NSA organizes various activities, including the Central Florida Brain Bee—a competition that challenges high school students' knowledge of neuroscience, aiming to foster interest and encourage future careers in this dynamic field. Join the Neuroscience Alliance: Email: neuroscienceallianceucf@gmail.com  Participate in the Central Florida Brain Bee: Contact Sudeepta Matha: sudeepta.matha@ucf.edu  These platforms provide fantastic opportunities for both collegiate and high school students to delve deeper into neuroscience, offering both educational and practical experiences in the field. For more information about the Neuroscience Alliance, visit https://med.ucf.edu/mdna/neuroscience-alliance-at-ucf/    Sudeepta Matha Undergraduate Student & Neuroscience Advocate Sudeepta Matha is a 4th-year undergraduate student at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Psychology on the Neuroscience Track with a minor in Cognitive Sciences. Passionate about neuropsychology, Sudeepta focuses on researching the interplay between neurodevelopment, autism, and behaviors like suicidal ideation and non-suicidal self-injury. As Executive Manager of the Central Florida Brain Bee, Sudeepta has advanced through roles as a volunteer, PR Manager, and Event Manager, demonstrating dedication to neuroscience education and outreach. Sudeepta plans to pursue a Ph.D. in neuropsychology, aiming to uncover new insights into neurodevelopmental disorders and suicidality.    Andrei Nesterenko Emerging Neuroscientist & Biomedical Explorer Andrei Nesterenko is a third-year undergraduate at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Biomedical Neuroscience with minors in Political Science and Rhetoric and Writing. His research spans multiple areas of neuroscience, with two current projects focusing on noninvasive intracranial pressure monitoring and the intersection of neuroscience and the legal system. As a former Public Relations Manager and the current Research Manager for the 2024 Central Florida Brain Bee, Andrei has dedicated his efforts to increasing access to basic neuroscience education in the Greater Orlando area and beyond. Following graduation and future post-baccalaureate research opportunities, Andrei plans to pursue a joint MD-PhD degree in either biomedical or behavioral neuroscience.   Charisse Melendez Future Audiologist & Community Educator Charisse Meléndez is a third-year student at the University of Central Florida majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Spanish. Her future career goals are to pursue a doctorate in audiology, specializing in pediatrics and musicians, and lead an organization with a humanitarian focus. Her research interests include minimizing cochlear implant candidacy discrepancies between English and Spanish-speaking individuals, evaluating the relationship between hearing and memory, and the interrelationships between hearing and other diagnoses (for differential diagnosis). She is currently the PR manager for the Central Florida Brain Bee, a neuroscience competition under the NSA. Some of her personal interests include playing musical instruments at her church (bass, guitar, and piano), candle making, and working out.   Mae Torra Biomedical Science Student & Environmental Advocate Mae Torra is a 2nd-year undergraduate student at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Biomedical Sciences on the Neuroscience Track with minors in Environmental Studies and Genomics & Bioinformatics. Over the summer of 2024, they conducted research in Brown University's Computational Neuroscience cohort through their Leadership Alliance SR-EIP. In the Neuroscience Alliance at UCF, they have served as a STEM Day Director, Event Director, and Secretary, with contributions ranging from designing educational activities for community outreach to hosting research workshops. They plan to pursue a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience, and are currently exploring interdisciplinary connections between neuroscience and ecology through a literature review on pollinator behavior.   Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya Distinguished Professor & Researcher in Neuroscience Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya is a leading neuroscience researcher at UCF. He is a mentor within the Neuroscience Alliance, guiding students and research in neurodegenerative diseases and stem cell therapy. For more about his work or to get in touch, visit his faculty page at UCF Department of Neuroscience: https://med.ucf.edu/biomed/person/dr-kiminobu-sugaya/   About the Podcast Host: The Neurocareers podcast is brought to you by The Institute of Neuroapproaches (https://www.neuroapproaches.org/) and its founder, Milena Korostenskaja, Ph.D. (Dr. K), a career coach for people in neuroscience and neurotechnologies. As a professional coach with a background in neurotech and Brain-Computer Interfaces, Dr. K understands the unique challenges and opportunities job applicants face in this field and can provide personalized coaching and support to help you succeed. Here's what you'll get with one-on-one coaching sessions from Dr. K: Identification and pursuit of career goals Guidance on job search strategies, resume, and cover letter development Neurotech / neuroscience job interview preparation and practice Networking strategies to connect with professionals in the field of neuroscience and neurotechnologies Ongoing support and guidance to help you stay on track and achieve your goals You can always schedule a free neurocareer consultation/coaching session with Dr. K at https://neuroapproaches.as.me/free-neurocareer-consultation Subscribe to our Nerocareers Newsletter to stay on top of all our cool neurocareers news at updates https://www.neuroapproaches.org/neurocareers-news

Mike Kent, Public Relations Manager of Traverse City Tourism brings us up to date on Traverse City happenings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford speaks to Marike Carli, Public Relations Manager at WCBS on their new campaign, “The Extra Drop”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Matt & Lauren are joined by Sarah Franklin, Lulu's Public Relations Manager and expert book publicist! Hear about book publicity simplified as Sarah answers questions like: →  What's the value in hiring a publicist vs. doing your own publicity?→  What exactly is a publicist's role in book marketing? →  How do you make the most of earned publicity once you have it? And more! Listen now or watch Episode #60 on YouTube. Dive Deeper

Longtime friend of the show, an all-around good guy is the public relations manager of Carlisle Events where is jack of all trades skills truly shine. Outside of his day job, you can hear his silky vocal pipes over the air, voicing radio and television commercials, calling play by play of local sports, event specific content, recording of onsite public address announcements and assisting with customer relations. Connect with Mike here: www.carlisleevents.com https://www.facebook.com/CarlisleEvents info@carlisleevents.com www.instagram.com/carlisleevents The Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation  https://chipmiller.org/ Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Nebraska Furniture Mart was founded in 1937 by Rose Blumkin, fast forward to today and you'll find 5th generation family members still working the sales floor. We sit down with 4th generation family member Andy Shefsky, who is currently NFM's Community and Public Relations Manager.

We begin with an excerpt from Louis L'Amour's "the Ferguson Rifle". Larry Taylor is the Public Relations Manager and Social Media Director for Daisy. We discuss the history and importance of BB Guns and what they mean for our conservative, Christian, and patriotic values. Go to Daisy.com and get another gun.

Today we bring on Jackie Smith, Director of Public Relations at SouthState, as well as Vincent Ascolese, Social Media and Public Relations Manager. Together we discuss the 5 keys to managing PR and social media well at your bank. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

Client and Public Relations Manager at New Zealand Bloodstock Jessie Gower joins the show to update us on the latest news and more out of NZB including the Ready to Run sales, the breeze ups & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An interview with Dominick Olivanti from Arrowhead Transit.

It's the most wonderful time of the year for an Ozark Mountain Christmas with Byron Tyler and co-host Pam Yancey, President of ExploreBranson.com. These shows were produced in the Bott Radio Network studios in Branson, Missouri. Show One's guests include Brandei Clifton, Public Relations Manager at Silver Dollar City. Learn about the 6.5 million lights, 1.5 million of which are located in the Christmas in Midtown Light Spectacular, 8-story, state-of-the-art Christmas tree reaching 80 feet into the night sky with high-resolution lights, music, imagery, and more to wow you this Christmas! Larry Wilhite from The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts. The Mansion features exceptional entertainment and world-class theatrical excellence with Country Music Hall of Fame singer, Jimmy Fortune along with other entertainment from Lee Greenwood, The Bellamy Brothers, The Gatlin Brothers- Country & Christmas, Daniel O'Donnell, and Lorrie Morgan with Enchanted Christmas. The show concludes with Fig Tree Books and More store owner, David Mendenhall. David shares how his family moved to Branson opening this unique home for Christian Books, Bibles, Gifts, and so much more. This is show one of four in the series. These shows were produced in the Bott Radio Network studios in Branson, Missouri. Learn more about making plans to spend Christmas in Branson at www.explorebranson.com

Stan Golovchuk, Public Relations Manager at Raisin, discusses why content guides are more effective than traditional blogs. In this episode, Stan shares his perspectives on: transitioning from blog-based strategies to guide-based content, setting up KPIs to measure the impact of guide-based content, leveraging hub-and-spoke models in content creation, importance of trust signals in content marketing. Show NotesConnect With: Stan Golovchuk: Website // LinkedInThe Voices of Search Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Jennifer McDade, Public Relations Manager at Country Financial. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Jennifer McDade: Public Relations Manager, Country Financial⁠ Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.countryfinancial.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts,About her Role as a Public Relations Manager, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter? Explore Careers at Country Financial: https://www.countryfinancial.com/en/about-us/careers.html

Sarah Gilbert, Public Relations Manager at Lulu joined me for a great episode. Discussing how leveraging a book can help your business and career. Lulu is one of the top Print-on-demand companies in the country. Lulu is also an official sponsor of the podcast.

On today's episode of I AM HOME we're celebrating the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting! Our hosts, Tyler, Becca, and Hilary are joined by NFM's Community and Public Relations Manager, Andy Shefsky to do some impromptu interviews with Berkshire Stockholders! Omaha is buzzing with Berkshire Fans from all over the world, with different backgrounds, occupations and passions. Tag along with us during our Berkshire Floor Interviews for a fascinating look at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting.

April 17, 2024 ~ Northern Michigan is America's Golf Capital. Caroline Rizzo, Public Relations Manager of Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Brittney Primeau, Director of Communications for Crystal Mountain, and Charlie Olson, America's Summer Golf Capital Executive Director, stop by to tell Kevin and Tom about these 8 resorts.

Episode 349 - Kerry Kriseman - Accidental First Lady - On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local PoliticsHello, and thank you for visiting. I'm a St. Petersburg native, and a graduate of University of South Florida (Go Bulls!) with a B.A. in Mass Communications/Broadcasting. I'm also a former political spouse.After years of being asked, “How do you do this?” I decided to tell my story of political spouse life with Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local Politics.Since publishing my book, I've had the honor of helping others start their author journeys. I've taught memoir writing with Keep St. Pete Lit, and next year, I'll teach a 4-part memoir class at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Eckerd College. To reach aspiring writers everywhere, I'm designing an online class: Memoir Magic: Crafting, Publishing, and Promoting Your Life Story. I'd love to add you to my Founders Group of students.  About the authorKerry Kriseman is a St. Petersburg native. She is a graduate of the University of South Florida with a B.A. in Mass Communications/Broadcasting. Kerry worked in print media for the St. Petersburg Times (now Tampa Bay Times) in various positions in the Newsroom and Marketing Department from 1988 to 1998. She has been the Public Relations Manager for Creative Clay, a St. Petersburg, Fla., non-profit since 2008.Kerry is the author of Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines and Behind the Scenes of Local Politics, published by St. Petersburg Press. The memoir recounts her 22 years as a political spouse to her lawyer-turned-politician husband, Rick Kriseman, St. Petersburg Mayor from 2014-2022. Political life afforded Kerry remarkable travel experiences, such as travel to Morocco, Scotland, and Qatar. However, she also finds her hometown of St. Pete engaging, with its world-class museums, local arts districts, diversity, and vibrant neighborhoods. Equally as enjoyable as travel are Kerry's passions: dogs (her own Labradors and the guide dog puppies they raise), volunteering in several capacities, enjoying wine, trying new recipes, and challenging her baking skills with her new Kitchen Aid stand mixer. https://www.kerrykriseman.com/Finally a podcast app just for kids! KidsPod is founded on a simple idea:Every kid should have access to the power of audio.https://kidspod.app/Support the showhttps://livingthenextchapter.com/Want to support the show and get bonus content?https://www.buzzsprout.com/1927756/subscribe

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a Dialog news update from Virginia Durkin O'Shea, filling in for the vacationing Joe Owens, and a cut from the CD, Catholic Treasures, Stephanie Kelton, Fund Development and Public Relations Manager for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington will talk to Gary Belkot, Program Manager for Catholic Charities' Casa San Francisco in Milton, Delaware. Casa San Francisco offers an emergency shelter for adults, food cooperative, food pantry and more to serve the disadvantaged of Sussex County, Delaware. You can see a video of Stephanie's interview with Gary on our YouTube channel @DioceseofWilm.  Listen to Catholic Forum on Saturday afternoons at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640 or on your favorite podcast platform. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington. 

Joining us today is Kerry Kriseman, a proud native of St. Petersburg, Florida, and a former first lady of the city. Kerry's journey is a blend of journalism, public relations, and a passion for writing and teaching.With a background in News and Marketing at the St. Petersburg Times and experience as the Public Relations Manager at Creative Clay, Kerry has brought her expertise to various platforms. She holds a B.A. in Mass Communications from the University of South Florida.Kerry is not just a writer but an author of the insightful memoir, "Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local Politics." She has also shared her knowledge by teaching memoir writing and speaking on writing and publishing.In addition to her literary pursuits, Kerry contributes to the luxury travel magazine, Be Seeing You, and is a dedicated puppy raiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs. Her involvement extends to the Pet Therapy Program at Tampa General Hospital, showcasing her love for animals and community service.Today, we unpack some of these topics:·       The power of storytelling and its impact on personal growth and empowerment·       Overcoming challenges and navigating hardships with resilience and community support·       Advocacy and awareness for important causes, such as ovarian cancer and discrimination·       Transformative storytelling in non-profit organizations and its role in elevating missions and securing fundingKerry says, "We can all survive challenging times, even tragedy, if we lean on community, and summon the resilience we are all capable of. Going back to the power of sharing stories, if we are brave enough to tell ours and invite others into our world, then navigating hardships can be easier."Learn more and connect with Kerry here: www.kerrykriseman.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552519511276LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-kriseman-53814b153/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerry.kriseman.author/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kerrykriseman/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KKriseman Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SEASON 6, EPISODE 5:Welcome to Behind the Mitten, Michigan's premiere travel radio show and podcast, hosted by the dynamic duo Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez.On this show, Amy and Gonzo debut in Grand Haven, then take you around the state to things you can do INDOORS!Segments include:Segment 1: John and Amy welcome listeners of 92.1 WGHN-FM "Grand Haven's Finest" to Behind the Mitten, where the show debuted this week. They talk about some of their favorite places to visit when they're in the area. John also talks about some of the work he is doing for a local nonprofit, Tri-Cities-Puentes Initiative.Segment 2: Nick Myers, general Manager at Altitude Trampoline Park in Grand Rapids tlaks about the popularity of trampoline parks. He's also a former NFL player who played one season with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell in New York, and we talk about his love for what Lions did this season for fans across the country.Segment 3: Connie Weaver, Spa Director at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, talks about all the great services available this winter season, including some February specials. She also talks John and Amy into getting a facial on their next visit.Segment 4: Tanya Bardy, Advertising and Public Relations Manager for Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant, talks about the renovation of their buffet into a Food District to house four additional restaurants including Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy!, Ike's Love and Sandwiches, Bubbakoo's Burritos and Bonanno's New York Pizzeria. She also runs down all of the upcoming shows. Additionally, "big names" will be announced soon for this summer's outdoor concert season.Don't miss out on the latest in travel, spirits and events throughout the state at amyandgonzo.com.Follow John and Amy:Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemittenX (formerly Twitter) at @BehindTheMittenInstagram at @BehindTheMitten

On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes return guest Catherine Shick, Public Relations Manager for FeedMore WNY. Together, Peter and Catherine discuss food insecurity in the region, the organization's mission to help positively impact the community, and the skills training that FeedMore offers to help individuals get into sustainable careers. 

Lisa Dent is joined by Sonni Hood, the Public Relations Manager of Unclaimed Baggage, to discuss this unique retail store that sells unclaimed lost luggage!

We are excited to day to have been joined by Matt Perron the Public Relations Manager for the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. Matt talks to us about the future of the zoo along with sharing lots of unique stories from his experience working at Riverbanks.

We are excited to day to have been joined by Matt Perron the Public Relations Manager for the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. Matt talks to us about the future of the zoo along with sharing lots of unique stories from his experience working at Riverbanks.

In this special episode of #2FatGuysTalkingFlowers we were lucky to have Avi Krell from Plantec Breeding on the pod.  You may have met Avi at one of the many industry trade shows, as he wears many hats, but his official title is Public Relations Manager at Plantec Breeding.  Krell is a 2nd generation rose breeder, a UF Grad, who splits time between Miami and Ecuador.  Listen in as Krell takes us through the tedious breeding process, how they go from 6,000 codes to maybe just 1 worthy variety, how they bred famous roses such as Mondial, Phoenix, Red Panther, Symbol, as well as past varieties like Caramel Antike, Circus, Explorer and so many more.  We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did.Plantec was born as a pioneer in 1990.  Who were the first to select rose varieties in Latin America for crops in their region and represent 5 rose breeders.   Their work offers a wide collection of varieties entering the market with new shapes and colors every year. Their Representatives send us approximately 6,000 codes per year, of which after a detailed evaluation and selection procedure, we choose the best. This implies that the varieties we select have passed trials and tests in our new vase life laboratory, in soil and hydroponic cultivation, under different geographical conditions and heights and even in sowing in different countries.  Learn more about Plantec and their breeding processes here: https://plantecuador.com/obtentores/?lang=enSubmit your questions, comments, and guest requests to 2FatGuys@jetfreshflowers.com

Ellen Liston, the longtime Public Relations Manager at Dollywood, joined the show to discuss everything happening during Fall at Dollywood & the Smokies. She also gives us a preview of what's to come during the Christmas season. Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed. Plus, you'll get access to the limited-time "Famous Friends: Guests of the Grand Ole Opry" exhibit at the Acuff House. Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming. And now you can hear WSM on iHeartRadio as well!

This week, Erica chats with Kate Haldy, Head of Brand Communications, PR & Events at Anthropologie. In this episode, Kate shares a peek into the incredible projects she's worked on with the brand, what goes into an effective communications strategy, how bringing experiential events to life is key in connecting further with their consumer, and more. Here's a peek at what we cover in this episode: [00:03:43] - Kate walks us through her 15+ year background in communications from interning with Marie Claire, The Bromley Group, and Diane von Furstenberg, to working as Public Relations Manager at Cynthia Rowley, Director of Communications at Sidney Garber, Director of Brand Communications at David's Bridal, and now Head of Brand Communications, PR & Events at Anthropologie. She also shares her favorite projects she's worked on to date (like Anthropologie's 30th anniversary), her perspective on how the Communications & PR space has changed in the past 15 years, and her best career advice for young professionals. [00:20:15] - Kate explains what goes into an effective communications strategy and shares her top brand and reputation management tips. She also touches on social cause communications and how a brand can craft authentic stories around impactful moments. [00:29:44] - Kate talks about affiliate marketing's role in a strong PR strategy and how bringing engaging experiential events to life is a key element in connecting the brand with the consumer face to face. Grab a drink and listen in to this week's Marketing Happy Hour conversation! ____ Other episodes you'll enjoy if you enjoyed Kate's episode: PR 101: Set Yourself Apart | Alice Hampton of ACP Management Experiential / Event Marketing 101 (+ a Conversation on Thoughtful Leadership) | Amy Gaston (prev. Magnolia) Leaning in to Your Brand's Community | Kennedy Crichlow + Mary Ralph Lawson Bradley of Daily Drills ____ Say hi! DM us on Instagram and share your favorite moments from this episode - we can't wait to hear from you! ⁠Join our MHH Insiders group to connect with Millennial and Gen Z marketing professionals around the world!⁠ ⁠⁠Get the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: ⁠Join our email list!⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Kate: Instagram | LinkedIn Follow along with Anthropologie on Instagram: @anthropologie, @anthroliving, @anthropologieweddings Follow MHH on Social: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter, Marketing Happy Hour Weekly: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/marketing-happy-hour-weekly-6950530577867427840/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marketinghappyhour/support

Illegal border crossings into northeast states from Canada surpasses 6,100 in 2023, more than previous 10 years combined // After 76 Years, Mutual Fish, a Seattle Seafood Icon, Is Closing Permanently // 83-year-old Nancy Pelosi announces run to retain House seat // Rich people undergo 'poverty simulation' at Illinois country club // Joe Kennedy, football coach once fired for prayers, resigns after one game back at Bremerton; what are we teaching our kids // Two California High Schools Cancel Football Games due to covid // The air on public transit is safe despite presence of meth, fentanyl, UW study finds - Dr. Scott Phillips from the Washington Poisn Center joins Ari to discuss the details // Fake News Friday! // The Seahawks season starts this weekend and the Mariners are hanging onto 2nd place in the AL West, attracting new fans, but Northwest Newsradio's Kim Shepard speaks up in defense of these Bandwagon Fans // On Monday September 11th, & 18th, gate admission is FREE to all active, reserve, and retired military and National Guard and their dependents, plus disabled veterans, with valid military ID at any Fair gate during The Washington State Fair; GUEST: Stacy Van Horne, Public Relations Manager for Washington State Fair joins Ari to talk about what's new for this year! GUEST: Saul Spady joins Ari to talk about Band Day for UW Football // Lars Unleashed!

When it comes to inclusion, it is all about education.   Surrounding yourself around others that are not like yourself is going to push you to learn more about others. This education then leads to the ability to be more inclusive and helping to be more accessible to other groups.   On this show, we had the chance to talk with two amazing gentlemen, both who started their lives out with vision and are now legally blind. The things that these gentlemen are doing to “change the perception of blindness” for others is instrumental!   In this discussion, they talk about the fears that set in when it comes to inclusion and accessibility. There is fear from one side when it comes to asking. Asking if a blind individual needs help. Asking how you can support them. There is fear from the blind community when it comes to applying for jobs, getting support, etc.   We all have fears when it comes to taking steps to change AND change is necessary. Asking the questions is something the simplest place to start.   This episode is a vital episode to listen to if you are wanting to support different communities in being more inclusive and accessible and you don't know where to start. This podcast gives encouragement to just start. It can start with simply asking questions. Ask how to help, how to change, how to improve… and then let's do it! Did you know?   7 out of 10 working age people in Arizona who are blind or visually impaired are not working Estimated to be about 20K 45% of hiring managers believe there are no jobs within their organization that a person who is blind could do Changing the perception of blindness is the biggest barrier to employment and inclusion So, ask the questions to start to make the change.   We are in this together and can make the changes to help others in the blind community. We can help this community and others to feel included and have the tools to allow them the access to resources and jobs.   Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) is a solution provider… Solving today's complex business problems by providing quality products and value-added Business Process Outsourcing services that matter to their customers. While providing a viable option for Arizonians who are blind or visually impaired to achieve their version of the “American Dream” through dignified employment.   Their mission is to inspire individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve their highest goals and aspirations by creating and sustaining career opportunities while providing quality products and services.   Through collaborative partnerships with Federal, State and private sector companies they are able to provide Third Party Logistics services, Document Conversion services and quality AbilityOne products. David Steinmetz is the Community and Public Relations Manager at Arizona Industries for the Blind in Phoenix. David works to “change the perception of blindness” through his advocacy and public relations efforts.   Mr. Steinmetz serves as the Public Information Committee Chair on the Governor's Council on Blindness & Visual Impairments (GCBVI), and is a Board of Director on the Vision Rehabilitation Assistive Technology Expo and Arizona Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired. David is a graduate of Arizona State University and participated in the National Industries for the Blind Business Management Training program through the Darden School of business.   In 2008, David was the recipient of the National Industries for the Blind Milton J. Samuelson Career Achievement award. This prestigious award recognized Mr. Steinmetz for his career achievements and community service work.   Mr. Steinmetz enjoys spending time with his family, fishing and traveling across the United States. David believes that every person who is blind deserves the right to full participation in work, community and life and with the right training, right technology and right attitude it is possible. Follow AIB on LinkedIn and Facebook.   With a 70% unemployment rate in the blind community, Clusiv is helping remove barriers to employment for the blind community by revolutionizing training and services for the modern workforce.   Their eLearning platform has been built to be accessible with assistive technology that blind or visually impaired people use, and this platform holds employment skills training courses to cover technology, occupational and career skills for the modern-workforce. Clusiv works with state vocational rehabilitation agencies to provide access to its courses to people who are blind or visually impaired. They help simplify the work of vocational rehabilitation counselors through their Assessment Tool, easy enrollment process, and positive outcomes for their clients to achieve measurable skills gained.   Clusiv is here to equip the blind community for employment and impact inclusion in the modern workforce by giving graduates the skills, confidence, and insights needed to find competitive integrated employment and be an advocate for positive change in the workforce for people with disabilities. To learn more and get in touch go to https://clusiv.io/. Blake Steinecke grew up with perfect vision and at the age of 16 a condition called LHON caused him to go through severe central vision loss and become legally blind. This created many new challenges of relearning how to do school, navigating college, employment and more.   Blake has a degree in marketing from Cal State San Marcos and has worked in software sales, marketing in the mountain bike industry, accessibility testing and training, and now leads marketing for Clusiv as the Growth Manager.   Through Blake's work, he is able to connect his educational and professional background, lived experience navigating the challenges of education and employment being blind, and his passion to serve the blind community through the work he does with Clusiv.   Outside of work Blake plays blind hockey for the US Blind Hockey Team, enjoys spending time with his wife, Amanda, and making videos, some of which you can find on his YouTube channel Adapting Sight.   Connect with Blake on LinkedIn and follow Clusiv on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. About Culture Crush Culture is not just a tag word to be thrown around. It is not something you throw in job descriptions to draw people to applying for jobs within a company.   According to Marcus Buckingham and Ashely Goodall in their book Nine Lies About Work, “Culture is the tenants of how we behave. It's like a family creed. This is how we operate and treat each other in the family.” As a growing company:    There are many resources out there for company culture but they are scattered and difficult to find. Culture is not a one size fits all, so it is important for companies to find the resources that are the right fit for growing their own company culture.    We have worked to build a hub that brings all of the resources together in one place and one community. The Culture Crush Business is the one stop shop for everything related to growing company culture.    On this podcast:   We focus on everything surrounding businesses with good company culture. We will talk with company leaders to learn about real-life experiences, tips, and best practices for creating a healthy work environment where employees are finding joy and satisfaction in their work while also striving and growing within the company. We also find the companies that offer resources to help improve company culture and showcase them on the show to share their tips and tricks for growing culture. About the Host Kindra Maples is spartan racer, past animal trainer, previous magician's assistant, and has a weakness for Oreo cookie shakes. Her journey working with people actually started working with animals as a teenager (don't worry we won't go that far back for her bio).   She worked for over 15 years in the zoo industry working with animals and the public. Her passion of working with animals shifted into working with people in education, operations and leadership roles. From there her passion of leadership and helping people develop has continued to grow.   Then came the opportunity for leading the Culture Crush Business Podcast and she jumped on it. Leadership, growth, and strong company cultures are all areas that Kindra is interested in diving into further.

Justin Brands, Inc. was the title sponsor of the 95th Annual Texas FFA Convention in Dallas, Texas. In this episode,  Adam Torres and Taylor Morton, Public Relations Manager at Justin Brands, Inc., explore Justin Brands, Inc. and why they are active supporters of the Texas FFA and it's members. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be a guest on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/Visit our website:https://missionmatters.com/Support the showMore FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia

Have you ever wondered what happens to your bag when it get's lost in transportation? In this episode of Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama, we are diving into Unclaimed Baggage, the nation's only retailer of lost luggage. Melea is joined by Sonni Hood, the Public Relations Manager at Unclaimed Baggage. She shares her insider knowledge of what happens to lost luggage, how the store acquires its inventory and the most bizarre items ever found. Melea and Sonni take listeners on a virtual tour of the store, highlighting some of the most unique finds and hidden treasures that have been uncovered over the years. From designer handbags and jewelry to unexpected items like an antique suit of armor or a live rattlesnake, this episode is a thrilling adventure into the unknown world of lost luggage. Melea and Sonni also talk about the organization's various charitable contributions and partnerships with the Lions Club, Wheels for the World, as well as their in-house charity Love Luggage. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

He spent almost four years as the Public Relations Manager for Major League Baseball's Detroit Tigers. That followed stints as the University of Houston's Assistant Sports Information Director, the University of South Alabama's Assistant Sports Information Director, and the University of Georgia's Sports Information Assistant. He currently serves as an Official Scorer with Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres, a role he also held with the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros. He has umpired Little League Baseball, has coached youth soccer and baseball, and, back in his days as a student-athlete, played baseball and wrestled. On the faith side, he is the Director of Development for Catholic Answers, and serves as the backup host for their live radio show.

Rick was born in Montgomery, Alabama and raised in the small community of Sellers which is located 25 miles south of the city. After receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Auburn University, Jackson started his career in television as a news reporter for the NBC and FOX affiliate station, WTVA, in Tupelo, MS. It wasn't long thereafter that he landed a job as an award-winning on-air journalist for CBS-42 (WIAT) in Birmingham, AL, where he spent most of his tenure as a morning news anchor and reporter. Over the span of his career, Jackson has covered many amazing stories and encountered a large celebrity base. His most memorable story was the coverage of Barack Obama's historic Inauguration in 2009. Today, Jackson leads the communication and public relations operations as the Public Relations Manager and Spokesperson for the largest water utility in the state of Alabama, Birmingham Water Works. Since joining the utility in 2014, he has created several notable initiatives including Hydrate The City, Water Works Water Boy, Wiser Water, and formed the company an internal and external broadcast news network, BWWB-TV. In his spare time, Jackson enjoys traveling, real estate and home design, and being a father to his son, Ethan. His self-proclaimed motto is “My job is not to impress you, but to leave an impression on you.” Jackson is a proud member of Iota Phi Theta, Fraternity, Incorporated.

On today's episode of I AM HOME we're continuing our celebration of the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting! Our hosts, Tyler, Becca, and Hilary are joined by NFM's Community and Public Relations Manager, Andy Shefsky to do some impromptu interviews with Berkshire Stockholders! Omaha is buzzing with Berkshire Fans from all over the world, with all different backgrounds, occupations, and passions. Join us for the second half of our Berkshire Floor Interviews for a fascinating look at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting. Resources: Quiz: So, You Think You Know Warren Buffet? See if You Can Finish These 10 Quotes. Advanced Quiz: Be Money Aware

On today's episode of I AM HOME we're celebrating the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting! Our hosts, Tyler, Becca, and Hilary are joined by NFM's Community and Public Relations Manager, Andy Shefsky to do some impromptu interviews with Berkshire Stockholders! Omaha is buzzing with Berkshire Fans from all over the world, with all different backgrounds, occupations, and passions. Join us for Part One of our Berkshire Floor Interviews for a fascinating look at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting. Resources: Quiz: So, You Think You Know Warren Buffet? See if You Can Finish These 10 Quotes. Advanced Quiz: Be Money Aware  

✨ Carly Baum, Freelance Luxury Marketer (Previously at Burberry, Hermès, and Louis Vuitton)Key Topics:☁️ Transitioning from a ballet dancer to a marketing career in fashion☁️ How to move up in the luxury fashion PR space☁️ The importance of telling your personal story in interviews☁️ Why hard work will never go out of style☁️ Experience helping build the influencer marketing program at Burberry☁️ Getting into freelance marketing and moving to IsraelSummary:Carly Baum takes us through her fascinating career journey, which includes a past life as a professional ballet dancer and experience working at various luxury fashion brands in New York City. We start off by discussing how Carly was able to break into the fashion PR industry after being a ballet dancer her whole life, including her first few fashion internships. Carly shares tips on how to build connections at internship roles to help propel your marketing career forward.Including details on her internship with Badgley Michka where she was able to transition to a new career path in the fashion industry. She shares how she was able to leverage that experience and eventually got a job as a PR Assistant at Christian Louboutin. She then shares her experience working as a PR Assistant and PR Coordinator at Louis Vuitton and then the Public Relations Manager for Womenswear at Calvin Klein. Carly then moves on to become an Account Director for Karla Otto, Senior PR Manager at Burberry, Senior Public Relations Manager at Hermès, and then back to Louis Vuitton as Senior Manager - Entertainment and Influencer Relations. Carly discussed how she has been able to move up in the fashion PR space by taking risks and being open to new opportunities. She also highlighted the importance of being able to connect with people and being able to read the room. She discusses how close-knit the fashion world is and shares advice on how to break int the luxury fashion industry. Lastly, she discussed how she was able to transition to a new job and move to Israel with her fiance.

Stephanie Grober is the Content and Public Relations Manager for Horowitz Agency, a marketing and public relations firm that works exclusively with corporate and entertainment law, financial and production firms, and select individuals across the US and Canada.  Stephanie has been in the digital marketing and communications space for nearly 10 years. She joined Horowitz Agency in 2021 after serving as the Marketing Communications Manager for a top 50 accounting firm in New York City.  Working with law firm clients ranging from big law to boutique, Stephanie and the Horowitz team design and execute content and communication strategies that generate measurable bottom-line growth. Stephanie also delivers high-quality earned media placements for clients by leveraging deep relationships with the press. She knows that becoming a leading authority in your field requires more than keeping your head down and grinding out the work. To boost your profile, it's crucial to get clear on your content strategy, take on new marketing and PR opportunities, and get your name out there.   In this episode… Every lawyer wants to get in front of prospective clients and referral partners and generate more revenue for the firm. To do so, you must become a recognized name and ensure you aren't a best-kept secret. So what are the top strategies to showcase your expertise and grow your business?  Stephanie Grober distinguishes content and PR strategy as valuable tools to increase revenue and become a recognized thought leader. From written content and press appearances to awards and nominations, lawyers can build content and PR strategies that cater to their unique skills, time commitments, and audiences. The key is to share content regularly. Content marketing isn't just a one-and-done approach — you build momentum over time by seeking out new opportunities.  In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge Podcast, Elise Holtzman is joined by Stephanie Grober, Content and Public Relations Manager for Horowitz Agency, to talk about the best strategies to develop content and PR initiatives. Stephanie discusses the different aspects of content strategy that generate awareness, tips to develop and repurpose content within a busy schedule, and how to overcome common content creation challenges. 

Scott Hanson and Kyle Jones attend the annual NOR Business Expo. The NOR Chamber was founded in 1985 and has aimed towards bringing the community together. There are roughly 30 vendors who attended the event and our hosts had the opportunity to interview seven of them. Kyle Jones interviewed Paula McCune with Damsel in Defense, as she explains how their goal is to prepare and prevent people from attacks. Kyle interviewed Alfred Valenzula, the current President of the NOR Chamber and owner of Executive Copier Solutions. His goal is to help small businesses and nonprofits grow by providing them with low cost printing options. Scott Hanson interviewed Miriam Alqaisi the owner of Radio Sandwich as she explains their late night events and how her business started from looking at a “For Lease” sign. Kyle interviewed Kailey Salinas the Public Relations Manager and Grant Writer for Teen challenge as she explains that Teen Challenge is for adults 18 or older who are suffering with life controlling addiction. It is a one year program that is completely free for anyone who would like to join. Scott interviewed Randy Chistiensen with Employer Training Resources, a local agency that helps find the perfect employees for local businesses.  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE N.O.R. CHAMBER: Website: www.norchamber.org/ Phone: 661-873-4709 Instagram: @norchamber Facebook: North_of_the_River LinkedIn: NOR_Chamber_of_Commerce LEARN MORE ABOUT DANNY HILL: Website: https://rewind981.com/ Email: dannyhill@rewind981.com Phone: 559-213-0173 Instagram: @djDannyHill Facebook: Danny_Hill LinkedIn: DannyHill LEARN MORE ABOUT DAMSEL IN DEFENSE: Website: https://damselindefense.net/ Email: support@damselindefense.net Phone: 208-288-2989 Instagram: @DamselInDefense Facebook: Damsel_In_Defense Twitter: @Damselindefense YouTube: Damsel_In_Defense_Corporate Pinterest: @DamselInDefense LEARN MORE ABOUT: EXECUTIVE COPIER SOLUTIONS: Website: https://execcopiers.com/ Email: info@execcopiers.com  Phone: 661-336-2442 Facebook: Executive_Copier_Solutions Yelp: ExecutiveCopierSolutions LEARN MORE ABOUT RADIO SANDWICH: Website: www.radiosandwich.co/ Phone: 661-742-1559 Instagram: @radiosammich Facebook: RADIO_Sandwich LEARN MORE ABOUT TEEN CHALLENGE: Website: www.teenchallenge.org/centers/kern-county/ Email: info@teenchallenger.org Phone: 661-399-2273 / 661-746-4917 Instagram: @kcteenchallenge Facebook: KernCountyTeenChallenge LEARN MORE ABOUT KERN COUNTY EMPLOYERS' TRAINING RESOURCE: Website: www.etronline.com/ Phone: 661-336-6893 Instagram: KernCountyETR Facebook: Kern_County_ETR    

Jared Wiklund, the Public Relations Manager for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever checks in to go over some of the current things happening under the PF/QF banner! Snow roosting and winter conditions for the bird so far this winter The Avian Flu Who really is Jared Wiklund? Pointer vs Flusher? From PF to QF and how its structured Pheasant, Quail, and OTHER WILDLIFE The "specialist" vs "generalist" hunter "The landscape is the same as 30 years ago..."

Scott interviews Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, who served as executive producer and adviser to the Inaugural Committee for Donald Trump, as well as an advisor to Melania Trump in this first part of a multi-part interview. Winston Wolkoff authored the revelatory NY Times #1 best-selling book: Melania and Me, an intimate look at her now broken relationship with the former first lady and President Trump. Before her work with the Trump inaugural and former first lady, Stephanie enjoyed a successful three-decade career in the fashion entertainment industry where she worked as a Public Relations Manager and an Event Fashion Director for Vogue Magazine, the place where she first formed a relationship in 2003 with Donald's then-girlfriend, Melania. Stephanie would go on to attend the Trumps' wedding and baby shower, and lunched with Melania frequently, then considering the two to be dear friends. After Vogue, Winston Wolkoff went on to produce some of the most significant events in the world, like Fashion's Night Out and the Style Awards. She also served as the founding fashion director for the Lincoln Center and much more. In our interview, Stephanie explains that Melania and later Ivanka Trump asked her to join the 2017 inaugural committee. She tells us, “I was so honored to be asked. Having produced all the events that I've done and being a part of history - I felt an obligation. How could I say no to produce in the presidential inauguration?” Winston Wolkoff gives our listeners an in-depth look at the inaugural committee as a chaotic array of vendors and ever-expanding budgets marching in different directions. She attempted to raise concerns about questionable spending and preparations back in 2017 but was consistently silenced by her peers. “The Met Gala was a piece of cake compared to planning the presidential inauguration,” Stephanie went on to tell us, “It [the inaugural] was like a circus, and I didn't realize that I was going to be the woman blown out of the cannon!” It has been widely reported that Stephanie's firm was paid over $26m by the committee, with $25m of that amount being used for inaugural productions. But surprisingly, Stephanie cannot confirm that any of the $1.6 million budgeted to her firm for running the inaugural was actually sent to her personally. “Where did that $1.6m go?” asked Scott. Stephanie revealed that many third-party vendors were actually being double-paid, outlining how the inaugural committee regularly approved frivolous expenses - like $50,000 LED screens - for the one-time event. “That's where… ‘red sirens' kept going off,” Winston Wolkoff explained. “Instinctively, I know that when something doesn't seem right, you just express it to the people that are in charge. And so I did openly, constantly.” She also confirms, as she did to the US Attorney General's office, that the Trump family and the family business profited from the inaugural committee. “There's no doubt about that, Stephanie said. “The receipts are there.” This post contains affiliate links.