PR Hangover

In our first podcast of the school year we talk to Abbie Patenaude, the Vice President of Programming for Grand Valley's PRSSA chapter. She gives us some info about all of the topics that we are going to cover at PRSSA meetings this year and what speakers she is looking forward to hearing from. In addition, she also talks about how to reach out to professionals and how important planning in advanc...

For today's podcast we talk to Jennae Bedgood, the Vice President of Professional Development for GVPRSSA, and an Account Executive at GrandPR. We discuss event planning in PR and how it felt for her to be on the customer side of that while planning her wedding. Jennae also gives some advice on school coming up and how to get involved in the things you are interested in. Don't forget to follow us...

On this week's episode of PR Hangover we talk to Trevor Bryan, the Vice President of Chapter Development of GVSU PRSSA and Executive Director at GrandPR. We talk about how to reach out to professionals in the field and how he stays motivated and hard working throughout everything that he does. Make sure to listen in to get to know one of the many members of PRSSA and GRandPR that is always willing...

On this episode of PR Hangover we talk to Alex Ignatius, a senior associate at Ogilvy Public Relations. We explore the differences in Chinese consumers and American consumers. We also talk about dealing with crises internationally and the difficulties/benefits of working for an international company. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter (@GV_PRSSA)and Facebook to keep up with all we have stored fo...

In todays podcast Hunter talks to Jonathan Forma, senior analytics and insight director for GTB. They discuss the challenges and benefits that he has come across while working with analytics in China. They also talk about him being a Michigan native and his decision to work internationally. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter (@GV_PRSSA)and Facebook to keep up with all we have stored for the summ...

On today's podcast, Hunter sits down with Tiffany Caoxu, who works in digital marketing for AIG (American International Group). We discuss how she reaches potential customers digitally in China, and how it may differ from the US. We also get to talk about Tiffany's time studying abroad in the United States, and some differences that she noticed while going to school here. Hear about all of this an...

As public relations truly is a product of its environment, so is this podcast. Our host spent a few weeks in China and was able to interview four amazing professionals while he was over there. To kick off our four-part China series we have Logan Clements, the entrepreneur behind Logan Strategy Group. We talk about the misconceptions businesses have about China, difficulties of starting a new busin...

As we dive headfirst into summer and the start of a new school year, we are all experiencing some changes. One of these changes is that we have to sadly say goodbye to our wonderful host and creator, Kelly Darcy (@kaydarcc) as she moves into the professional world. On this episode, our new host Hunter Burin (@hunterburin) chats with Kelly about the benefits and difficulties of starting this podcas...

Joining us this week is Mitch Jump (@MitchJump) creator and owner of Empure (@EMPURE_US) Find out all about what it's like being a young entrepreneur as well as a student and involved in extracurricular activities

Want to know how to dive into the PR world of Detroit, Michigan? Check out the advice and knowledge that Katelyn DeWall, previous PRSSA member, has to give everyone graduating this weekend and all other students!

How well do you know A/PR Professor Michael DeMeyer? Find out some lesser known facts and background about him and listen for some awesome advice for students and graduating seniors Don't let the A/PR faculty scare you, they're Advertising and Public Relations Pros that want to help students grow, learn, and succeed.

Find out all about how to get into the Chicago PR scene from two awesome alumni Elle O'Hara and Lauren McCutcheon (@LaurMcCutcheon) as they share the do's and don't's of networking, getting a job in a new city, and more! Connect with them on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn for more information!

This weekend, April 7-9, is the PR in GR Generation Grand Regional conference hosted by GVPRSSA (us) and Ferris PRSSA! As a sponsor for this conference, companies and brands get an episode on our podcast and our last sponsor podcast is Mike Houston from Lambert Edwards and Associates (LE&A) from Grand Rapids, Michigan. LE&A will be hosing a networking event Friday evening, they're a great sponsor...

Wrapping up our March Month of Women with this passing of the torch episode between our current and future CEOs Jaclyn Ermoyan @jaclynermoyan and Sabrina Antcliff @brinaa100 If you want to know more about our student-run Public Relations firm Grand PR be sure to check them out on Facebook and Twitter @grandpr

Beth Dornan is a powerhouse of a woman- she's a professional working at Amway during the day and at night she teaches PR classes at Grand Valley State University. She has a lot of knowledge and insights to bring not only the students, but as a new faculty members, she can bring some fresh ideas to the program. She (as a representative of Amway) is also a sponsor for our Regional Conference- @Grand...

Happy Women's Month! We have had our elections for next academic school year and our current president, @AshleyMamula is passing the torch to our president elect, @Brii_Olson, and we are so excited to see this unfold! Also a huge congrats to all of our new e-board for the upcoming year, we hope the transition is easy breezy for you all!

Find out all about what the PRSSA Bateman Competition is all about and what our team is up to! Learn all about the client and go make a pledge yourself at changedirection-westmi.org

PR differs all around the world and no one knows that better than Kara Alaimo! Assistant Professor in the Department of Journalism, Media Studies and Public Relations at Hofstra University, she's written a book called Pitch, Tweet, or Engage On The Street; How to Practice Global Public Relations and Strategic Communications. Tune in until the end to receive a special coupon code to get her book 20...

Joining us this week is the every knowledgable and inspiring Dino Baskovic (@ProfessorDino) bringing loads of knowledge and advice, as well as some insights into the evolution and growth of our A/PR program here at Grand Valley State University. Join us for a riveting conversation and let us know what some of your take aways were @GV_PRSSA

Dive deep into the world of Chacos, river boat tour guiding, and more in this interview with Kelley Freridge (@kfreriidge). Listen in to see how and why retail sales associates make some of the best marketing specialists, even if your degree isn't in A/PR-- brand loyalty comes from the heart.

Want to find out what it's like to be chosen from a sea of students all across the country trying to all get first glances at and interviews with professionals at the North American International Auto Show? Want to know how to apply for next year? Aaron Robert (@AaronJRobert) was chosen to experience this chance as sponsored by GM in an event called #DiscoverYourDrive Hear all about what he and th...

There's never a dull moment with Len O'Kelly (@LenOKelly)so take a listen at all you probably never knew you needed to know about how "fake news" isn't actually a new concept at all and what you can do to help combat it! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the most radio voiced man to ever be on the podcast (thus far)

Want to improve your writing in the new year? Take some advice from an awesome writer (with the degree to prove it) Ashley Bovin (@ARuthBovin) and GrandPR's editor and wonderful writer Nicole Clark (@NicoleRileyC) There's never a bad time to start writing, so take in some tips and tricks on how to better your writing and try it out by contributing to our PRSSA blogs! For more information, tweet us...

Okay, so the PRSSA meeting withdrawals are probably really starting to kick in- we get it! In order to combat having to wait ONE more week until our first meeting of the new year, jump back into the PR world with the help of Adrienne Wallace (@adriwall) and Derek DeVries (@derekdevries)! Maybe you aren't ready for a new semester, maybe you're just switching your major or minor, or maybe you just r...

Who would know Music PR better than someone working for Billboard in New York? Well, no one really! So we reached out to an alumna of ours, Alexa Shouneyia (@ashouneyia) who has recently accepted a job after interning at Billboard! Also joining us is Unique DaCosta (CunningDesires), a current student and future music PR pro! Tune in for some insights into artists with great PR, how to become PR fo...