PR’s Top Pros Talk: Troy Blackwell

 Troy Blackwell, Director of Press Relations and Spokesperson for the Peace Corps, explains how he navigates public relations and storytelling for the agency. He dives into the importance of having open and inclusive conversations. He also describes the impact behind the ‘Bold Invitation’ campaign and how the message is reaching audiences of all backgrounds. Troy Blackwell is the Director of Press Relations and on-the-record Spokesperson for the Peace Corps, an independent agency and program of the United States…

NextUP – Alysha Duff

Tel: 212.736.2727 news@dssimonmedia.com NextUP… Alysha Duff Alysha Duff, account supervisor at Crenshaw Communications, talks with Isis Simpson-Mersha and Sarah Joyce from Ragan and D S Simon Media about how communicators can develop critical public relations skills. She also shares how communicators can build strong relationships with journalists. Duff also highlights her positive outlook when she faces rejection. TRANSCRIPT:   SARAH: We are going to have a great conversation. Thank you so much for being here, Alysha.   ALYSHA: Thanks,…

NextUP – Krystle Cajas

Tel: 212.736.2727 news@dssimonmedia.com NextUP… Krystle Cajas Krystle Cajas, account executive at Crenshaw Communications, talks with Isis Simpson-Mersha and Sarah Joyce from Ragan and D S Simon Media about the importance of being present when communicating with internal and external colleagues. Cajas also shares her experience of being a part of a multigenerational workplace. TRANSCRIPT:   SARAH: We’re so excited to be speaking with you and excited to hear a little bit about your role and some of the incredible…