Happy Birthday GVPRSSA! What better way to celebrate than with the First President of GVPRSSA, Brad Back? Listen in as Brad discusses our chapter's history, life after college, and life returning as a professor at Grand Valley!

Connect with Brad:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradback/

Follow GVPRSSA:
Website: https://gvprssa.com/
Instagram: @gv_prssa
Facebook: @GVPRSSA
Twitter: @GV_PRSSA

Happy Birthday GVPRSSA! (w/ Brad Back)

In this episode, we hear from Jason, a thriving entrepreneur in the advertising industry. He talks about his background, career journey, and what led him into the industry. Jason also provides advice for students interested in pursuing a career in advertising or business.

Also discussed was Jason's dedication to sustainability and why it's a crucial aspect of his business practices. He'll share some of his successful sustainability initiatives and how they've had a positive impact on his business and the environment.

Running a Business Sustainably (w/ Jason Zotara)

Welcome back, Emma Nelson! As our past chapter president and podcast director, Emma delivers some PR insights into her position at 8ThirtyFour. She reflects on her time as a student and shares some secrets for those transitioning into the workforce. Additionally, Emma provides some valuable life lessons to keep in mind.

Connect with Emma:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-nelsonnn/
Happy Hour Hustle: https://8thirtyfour.com/content-library/podcast/

Follow GVPRSSA:
Website: https://gvprssa.com/
Instagram: @gv_prssa
Facebook: @GVPRSSA
Twitter: @GV_PRSSA

The Self-Help Episode (w/ Emma Nelson)

Are you interested in writing on issues that you are passionate about? Kari Porter writes about issues she is passionate about, regarding Women’s Health and issues affecting the LGBTQ+. Join us for this episode, and learn about activism in communications, and why representation matters so much!

Kari Porter is an Associate Director of Communications Strategist at Scout, a creative communications agency working with purpose-driven brands. In this role, she works with startups and challenger brands in human and planetary health, travel, CPG, and more, leading communications and media relations strategies. Kari is an expert communicator and strategist with success launching companies, positioning startup founders as thought leaders, and placing features in outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Tech Crunch, and Cosmopolitan. Before Scout Lab, she worked at a full-service agency in Kansas City with B2B clients in agriculture, animal health, and manufacturing.

Kari is a published writer on topics including LGBTQ+ representation and communications strategy and an advocate for survivors of intimate partner violence. She also serves as a mentor with StartOut, advising LGBTQ+ startup founders on their communications and marketing. While born and raised in the Midwest, Kari is currently traveling the country with her physical therapist partner and their two dogs.

Connect with Kari:
Kari’s Blog: https://rootedwords.substack.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karilporter/

Activism Writing (w/ Kari Porter)

She’s back! And ready to discuss the basics of the modern young professional, Remote Work, and Interning!  Join us as Amberly takes us through the highs and lows of her work day at home talking about how she disconnects from her job, and her journey to Fischtank PR. 

Amberly is a young professional currently living in Madison, WI. She’s an alumna of GVSU and a familiar face to GVPRSSA, serving as its VP of Chapter Development her junior year and President her senior year. After graduating in 2023, she quickly began working as an Account Executive at FischTank PR living and loving all things media relations.


Connect w/ Amberly:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberly-dzimira/
FischTank PR:
https://www.fischtankpr.com/

The Guide to Remote Work and Interning (w/ Amberly Dzimira)

Join us as we sit down with Dwight Bowman II as he gives us the ins and outs of DEI initiatives in the workforce. Along with his extensive knowledge on these initiatives, Dwight also dives into finding your 'why' and fitting in to the right company.

DEI in the Workforce and Discovering Your "Why" (w/ Dwight Bowman II)

Managing Social Media & It's Audiences (w/ Sarah Dudinetz)

Members of Ashland University's Public Relations Student Society of America stopped by the WRDL Studios to spotlight the organization's Bateman Case Study!

AU PRSSA spotlights Bateman Case Study

Check out how to effectively utilize sports promotions to uplift the image of baseball! Sit down with Bill Waliewski, Assistant General Manager of the Windy City ThunderBolts as we discuss the best practices of sports promotions and sponsorships!

Sports Promotion (w/ Bill Waliewski)

President of the Public Relations Student Society of America at Ashland University, Max Polianskyi, stopped by the WRDL Studios to spotlight the organization on campus!

Max Polianskyi spotlights AU PRSAA

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