Text 100 CEO Aedhmar Hynes presented what many described as the equivalent of a Commencement address during last week’s fourth annual Future Leaders Showcase at DePaul University. Well known for being an advocate and builder of purpose-driven organizations, Aedhmar’s passion is reflected in her remarks below: A purpose defines the why of a company. Why…… Continue reading Sense of Purpose Drives Successful Careers and Organizations
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Real World Challenges Replace Final Exams
It was a rare sight around DePaul’s Loop campus Monday as teams of well-dressed students anxiously awaited their turns to pitch PR and marketing ideas to clients from Starbucks, Fox Sports, Major League Baseball, Animal Cancer Foundation, Gagen MacDonald, Golin and Olson Engage. I attended several of the presentations, but missed those that happened at the…… Continue reading Real World Challenges Replace Final Exams
My PRpalooza Experience: Trending #2 On Twitter Confirms It Was Kind Of A Big Deal
By Maddie Petschow PRpalooza was a great start to my first quarter at DePaul. As a transfer student I know how important it is to put myself out there, try to soak up every experience and meet new people. I was nervous at first but I learned that when other PR students surround me, I…… Continue reading My PRpalooza Experience: Trending #2 On Twitter Confirms It Was Kind Of A Big Deal
Thanks PCC!
By Jill Stewart 2017 marks the 40th anniversary of my arrival in Chicago. My four decades here track with my career path in public relations. During that time the Publicity Club of Chicago has been an integral part of my professional development. This is my thank you note to PCC. I. Making acquaintances Then as…… Continue reading Thanks PCC!
Maxine Winer: Role of Culture in Achieving Success
At FleishmanHillard, the secret to success has always been the firm’s culture. With its global headquarters based in St. Louis versus Chicago or New York like most other global PR firms, Fleishman has always prided itself on its Midwestern roots and a culture rooted in respect for the individual. That was incredibly compelling for Maxine…… Continue reading Maxine Winer: Role of Culture in Achieving Success
Claire Koeneman: ‘Built to do Business Deals’
By Brooke Lichtman Claire Koeneman brings almost 20 years of experience with her to H&K, advising public and private companies to achieve their strategic, financial and business goals. As a leader at H&K she has helped shape the strong corporate culture of her office into what it is today. During our interview Claire shared some…… Continue reading Claire Koeneman: ‘Built to do Business Deals’
Todd Hansen: Ask What You Can Do For Your Organization
By Natasha Janic Todd Hansen, principal at O’Malley Hansen Communications discusses his career, starting his own agency, changes in the field of public relations, and how professionals can stay on top of it. A Brief History After graduating with an English composition major and journalism minor from Beloit College, Todd knew he wanted to write…… Continue reading Todd Hansen: Ask What You Can Do For Your Organization
Leadership Insights from Chicago Entrepreneurs
Check out the latest round of interviews of Chicago-area business leaders by DePaul PR/AD graduate students on the Let Go & Lead website. During the spring term of my Leadership course, teams of two students each researched an interviewed these nine dynamic entrepreneurs and civic leaders: Jodi Fyfe, President, Paramount Events Jonathan Weiss, Founder &…… Continue reading Leadership Insights from Chicago Entrepreneurs
Advice for Women Wanting to Succeed in Business: Take Risks, Shed Fear of Failure and Change
Five of Chicago’s top women communication leaders met with students and faculty last week at DePaul University’s College of Communication. At a program hosted by students in the Leadership 2.0 public relations and advertising class, panel members openly talked about double standards, glass ceilings and sexism in the workplace. While the panelists come from diverse…… Continue reading Advice for Women Wanting to Succeed in Business: Take Risks, Shed Fear of Failure and Change
DePaul Grad Students Win Top Honors With Starbucks Case Study
Congratulations to DePaul University PR grad students who won the prestigious Jack Koten Page Principles Case Study Grand Prize Award during last Thursday’s Arthur W. Page Society Spring Seminar in New York. Students Lizmarie Orengo, Chelsea Michael and Megan Cauley and faculty advisor Matt Ragas wowed PR leaders with their recap of the winning analysis…… Continue reading DePaul Grad Students Win Top Honors With Starbucks Case Study