By Samia El-Harake and Brian Wright It was at least five years ago. Mike Doyle, President and CEO of Ketchum, was running the New York office and a woman who ran facilities reported a series of racial and homophobic slurs found in the men’s bathroom. By the time the news reached his office, they…… Continue reading Ketchum CEO Discusses Serving Employees and Communities Through DE&I
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‘Living Legends’ Offer Career Tips to PR Students
Nearly 1,000 students woke up early Sunday morning in hip-and-happening Austin, Texas to have breakfast with some 30 PR pros and educators. What followed was a panel discussion where two “living legends” offered advice on how to turn college experiences into successful careers. University of Alabama senior Maret Montanari led the advice-rich conversation with Ray Kotcher and Cheryl Procter-Rogers, APR,…… Continue reading ‘Living Legends’ Offer Career Tips to PR Students
Top 10 Posts of 2017–Our 10th Anniversary
Little did Ketchum intern Kevin Saghy realize a decade ago that the career blog he convinced his boss to write would still be around today. Indeed, Culpwrit quietly celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. After incredible runs at both Ketchum and the Chicago Cubs, that former intern announced this week he’s moving onto an important new…… Continue reading Top 10 Posts of 2017–Our 10th Anniversary
A Primer on How to Be #DataSmart
By Yoo Mee Pontonnier As a marketing manager responsible for team visibility and strategy within Ketchum Global Research and Analytics (KGRA), I am surrounded by exceptional researchers on a daily basis. But, when I first joined the group as a fully self-aware (and slightly intimidated) right-brainer, I often thought to myself: “I understand how valuable…… Continue reading A Primer on How to Be #DataSmart
In A Heartbeat: A Revolution in Human Communication
By Briana Cunningham Hofstra University’s PRSSA chapter recently hosted its annual spring conference, “Unlock Your PR Potential,” a day-long event including panels of successful professionals talking about their experience in the field of PR, resume critiques, head shots, and a networking lunch. But the real highlight of the day was the keynote address by Ray…… Continue reading In A Heartbeat: A Revolution in Human Communication
Advice From a Planner: Don’t Plan It
By Chris Devadatta Many interview questions crack me up, but my favorite has to be, “Where do you see yourself in “X” number of years?” It’s remarkable a.) how different everyone’s answers are and b.) what we believe can get us to this goal. A proud planner myself (I don’t go on vacation without every…… Continue reading Advice From a Planner: Don’t Plan It
PR Leaders’ Visions for the Industry
By Maureen Ray It goes without saying that the PR industry has changed a lot over the course of the past several decades as technology has improved, leading to more access and insight into corporate America and a greater call for transparency among its leaders. What does that mean for the future of PR? I…… Continue reading PR Leaders’ Visions for the Industry
5 Things to Know About ‘Doing Your Own Thing’
By Mike Hatcliffe After a really bad day at the office when you feel over-worked, underpaid and pulled all out of shape by your manager, we have that daydream. “I should do my own thing”. Friends who are running their own one-person PR shops very successfully, all look happy – right? They don’t have to…… Continue reading 5 Things to Know About ‘Doing Your Own Thing’
Myreete Wolford: Making a Name for Herself and Having Fun in Public Relations
David Gallagher’s #PRCareerLauncher series today features one of my favorite young professionals, Myreete Woolford. Thanks, David, for allowing me to share these Q&As with Culpwrit readers. This post is filled with great job search and career insights. “…I knew that if I wanted to succeed here, I’d have to make a name for myself and breakthrough…… Continue reading Myreete Wolford: Making a Name for Herself and Having Fun in Public Relations
Renee Wilson: A Purposeful Career Path
Renee Wilson became president of the PR Council last month after a long career in a variety of agency roles–most recently as chief client officer at MSLGroup. In this Career Capsule Renee Wilson discusses her early jobs and how they influenced her career. Before I even knew what public relations was, I was seeking out…… Continue reading Renee Wilson: A Purposeful Career Path