By Zoe Krey Mike Fernandez is always on the go — he has three different places he calls home to prove it. I interviewed him as he was preparing to jet off to Europe and Canada the next week for business meetings. His nomadic nature began when he was a child and lived in eight…… Continue reading Career Advice: Hustle Hard and Be a Problem Solver
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Diversity & Inclusion Takes Center Stage at PRSA
Besides serving as committee chair of this week’s 2016 PRSA International Conference, I was honored to open Monday’s luncheon session focusing on diversity and inclusion led by Torod Neptune, President of the PRSA Foundation, and Mike Fernandez, chair of global corporate and financial practice of Burson-Marsteller. Recognizing the need to increase diversity in our profession, every…… Continue reading Diversity & Inclusion Takes Center Stage at PRSA
PRWeek Hall of Fame Inductees Ask the Right Questions, Mentor Others and Love Their Jobs
A week ago tonight, I shared a memorable evening with five PR leaders who were being recognized for their significant contributions to our profession. They were in New York to be inducted into the PRWeek Hall of Fame. I was there in my role as chair of the Plank Center to accept the award posthumously…… Continue reading PRWeek Hall of Fame Inductees Ask the Right Questions, Mentor Others and Love Their Jobs
Role Model Mentors Honored By Their Mentees
The importance and rewards of mentorship were underscored last night at the sold-out annual dinner of The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations in Chicago. Six great mentors in the field of communications received Milestones in Mentoring Awards, which recognizes those who lead by example in helping others succeed. Honorees were introduced by individuals who they personally mentored over…… Continue reading Role Model Mentors Honored By Their Mentees