PRSSA Podcasts

PR With The Pros: Rebecca Ann Owen

In this episode of PR with the Pros, Vice President of Career Services Zane Landin interviews Rebecca Ann Owen, a recent graduate of Boston University who now works for BCW as an Account Coordinator in the firm’s Healthcare practice. Rebecca gives insights into how she landed her dream job out of college, what the role has been like so far and offers tips for students who are graduating this May.

PR With The Pros: Tamarra Thal

In this episode of PR with the Pros, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion Haniya Shariff interviews Tamarra Thal, an external relations specialist at IBM. Thal discusses her experience as a Black woman in tech PR, her thoughts on how brands and organizations are celebrating Women’s History Month, and advice for students trying to navigate the industry. Thal also offers some of her favorite apps and more in a PR lightning round.

Student Stories: Highlighting the Black Student Experience

Vice President of Brand Engagement Zach Ferenchak interviews Kiki Hartmann, a senior at Southern Illinois University and Chapter President of SIU PRSSA. In this episode, Hartmann discusses her student journey, her thoughts on representation in public relations, and offers advice for fellow students on their career journeys. This episode is part of PRSSA’s celebration of Black History Month taking place throughout the month of February.

Student Stories: International Student Perspectives on PR

Vice President of Brand Engagement Zach Ferenchak interviews Yunjing Zhang in the second episode of Student Stories. Zhang is an international student originally from Xian, China who now studies public relations at Penn State University. She serves as the Diversity Chair for Penn State PRSSA and as a PRoud Council member for PRSSA National. In this episode, Zhang discusses her experience as an international student, her interests in public relations and PRSSA, and some pieces of advice for fellow international students interested in PR.

Student Stories: Conference Planning in a Virtual World

The inaugural episode of Student Stories, a PRSSA Podcast, focuses on conference planning in a virtual world. Join Vice President of Brand Engagement Zach Ferenchak as he interviews Rachel Meltzer, Vice President of Events and Fundraising, and Kix Patterson, Memphis PRSSA Conference Planning Committee member as they discuss the future of conference and event planning. Topics such as cross-Chapter collaboration, diversity and inclusion, and new virtual experiences are all discussed. Also, get a sneak peek at what members can expect from PRSSA’s 2021 District Conferences.

 

Have a story to share? Contact us: vpbrandengagement@prsa.org

PR With The Pros: Adrienne Wallace, Ph.D.

This episode features Adrienne Wallace, Ph.D., the Faculty Adviser for the Grand Valley State University PRSSA Chapter and a recipient of the 2019 Dr. F. H. Teahan Outstanding Faculty Adviser Award. She discusses what she thinks of the Adviser role, mentorship, and what makes an outstanding adviser. Courtney Fogle, the student who nominated Dr. Wallace, is also featured to discuss why she nominated Dr. Wallace and her outstanding characteristics. Hosted by McQue Wilson, PRSSA 2019–2020 Vice President of Member Services.

For more information and to nominate your Chapter Faculty Adviser:

https://www.prsafoundation.org/scholarships-awards/champions-teahan-national-chapter-awards-competition/

PR With The Pros: Tina McCorkindale, Ph.D., APR

This episode features Tina McCorkindale, Ph.D., APR, president and CEO of the Institute for Public Relations, who discusses her work on the IPR signature study, Mind The Gap: Women’s Leadership in Public Relations, and offers leadership advice for aspiring practitioners. Hosted by Ashleigh Kathryn, PRSSA 2019–2020 Immediate Past President.

PRecision: PRSSA Ethics

In the fight against fake news, lack of privacy and unethical behavior, communications pre-professionals are gearing up to take the reins upholding our industry’s Code of Ethics. 

Join the PRSSA VP of Professional Development and members of the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards as they discuss ethics education, the PRSA Code of Ethics, whistleblowers and more!

PR With The Pros: Harold Burson

This episode features the notable Harold Burson who discusses his extensive career, current outlook of the PR industry and his legacy.

PR With The Pros: Natalie Asorey