Meet the NextUP Co-Hosts

Tel: 212.736.2727 news@dssimonmedia.com NextUP is a new video series produced by D S Simon Media and Ragan Communications featuring young leaders in communications. Every NextUP episode gathers advice and experiences through conversation from professionals with under ten years of experience in the industry. Watch the NextUP series here. Meet the NextUP Co-Hosts Sarah Joyce is an Account Executive for Client Services at D S Simon Media. She supports both the sales and marketing teams. She graduated…

PR’s Top Pros Talk: Michael Kaye

 How can communicators build strong relationships? Michael Kaye, Associate Director of Global Communications at OkCupid, discusses the value of introducing yourself with your pronouns and how to empower your most authentic and confident self. Michael also highlights how OkCupid has led the charge for expanded inclusion for LGBTQ+ daters, and how other companies have followed suit. Michael includes advice to viewers on how to utilize all of their platforms to boost and connect with…

PR’s Top Pros Talk: David Warschawski

 What are the benefits of working with start-ups? David Warschawski, Managing Director of W Ventures and Founder and CEO of Warschawski, discusses how he utilizes his agency’s marketing and communications skills to build revenue and drive employee engagement. David also reveals his pet peeves about the communications industry and suggestions on how to make it better.