The D S Simon Media mission includes sharing best practices with the PR community. Our award-winning podcast “PR’s Top Pros Talk…” features conversations with industry leaders. Its 300+ episodes have been featured in a top industry trade publication. We are currently the 11th ranked PR podcast according to monitoring firm Million Podcasts.
Ben Finzel, President of RENEWPR and Founding Principal of The Change Agencies, shares some common misconceptions about the role of public relations. Ben shares the story of how The Change Agencies started and its impact on clients. Ben also explains the challenges the communications industry still has to work on, including diversity, equity and inclusion in recruitment, retention and promotion.
Shannon Moylan, Senior Vice President of Public Relations at imre, explains how the head and the heart concept can be applied to healthcare communications and beyond. Shannon shares valuable advice on how to turn ideas into actions and explains the differences between media outlets. She also discusses the importance of enthusiasm during the pitching process.
Alex Ebanks, Vice President of Communications for ESSENCE Ventures, shares some exciting milestones for the brands she works with. Alex describes how organizations can effectively lead the next generation in their internship and mentorship programs. Alex explains the important factors she considers before choosing to partner with an agency. Alex also shares valuable advice to students about how to make a lasting impression while networking. Click here to watch the “Time of Essence” documentary…
Cheryl Overton, Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Cheryl Overton Communications, defines the designing for the margins philosophy and shares how she applies it through her work with clients. Cheryl also explains how brands can obtain loving consumers and discusses her 2024 trend predictions.
Tish Van Dyke, Executive Vice President at JPA Health, describes how the One Health concept can be applied to an organization’s core business. Tish describes key findings from JPA’s latest report, “One World, One Health: Exploring the Connectability between Human, Animal and Environmental Health”. Tish also shares her excitement for the future of the industry. Click here to download the report.
