The Press Office with KateCo. PR

In this episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR, we sit down with Bessie Kay, a former professional dancer turned TV producer and the now founder of Abundance the Movement. Bessie's journey has been one of diverse career transitions, highlighting the importance of aligning work with personal values and identity. From her beginnings in dance to her tenure in the media industry and her eventual...

Today on The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by the visionary founder and director of Kate & Co. PR, Kate Keane. With over a decade of experience, Kate Keane has been at the forefront of the PR industry, steering the agency to new heights of innovation and success. In this episode, Kate reflects on her top five events of the past twelve months, revealing trade...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne sits down with none other than Luke and Sassy Scott, the iconic Melbourne brothers who have taken the TikTok universe by storm. Get ready to dive headfirst into their captivating journey as we uncover hilarious moments, personal anecdotes, and those unexpected plot twists that have elevated them to household names...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by event extraordinaire Georgina Damm, the owner and director of Damm Fine Food Co. A trailblazer in the catering and events industry, Georgina's journey is one of passion, purpose, and creativity. With a keen eye for detail and a heart committed to sustainability, she has carved a niche for herself and...

In this week's episode The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne, sits down with a very special guest - Elleni Pearce, the brilliant mind behind the renowned event and creative agency, LENZO, as well as the innovative preserved floral brand, Everbloome. You've probably seen LENZO's stunning Instagram feed (@partywithlenzo), showcasing their socially captivating events, from show-s...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne sits down with Rachel Collister, a former publicist of the agency who has just embarked on fulfilling one of her biggest career goals - forging a PR path in New York City. Rachel is now living her dream in the iconic concrete jungle but of course, it wasn't all glitz and glamour, despite what her Instagram might h...

Welcome back to another episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, with today’s episode featuring Jordan Turner, the creative force behind Mr Turner. Mr Turner is a menswear digital space that showcases Jordan’s impeccable style and extensive knowledge of the fashion world. Jordan is true fashion lover, arts appreciator, and avid reader, and his passion for the creative industries is evid...

In this week's episode of The Press Office, host Marisa Jayne is joined by Bec and Marissa, the twin sisters behind the influential fashion and lifestyle platforms, Twice Blessed. With a love for fashion and styling, they have created a thriving community of followers who eagerly await their content and style inspiration. Collaborating with renowned local and international brands, their timeless,...

Welcome back to The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, where today, host Marisa Jayne is joined by Sarah Seddon, the mastermind behind Cite 360 and founder and director of Sabre Collective. Sarah is a true visionary, leveraging technology to overcome challenges. During the Covid-19 pandemic, she created Cite 360—a groundbreaking product that enables businesses to stay open 24/7 with a 360° immer...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by Astrid Kelaher, a true trailblazer in the marketing industry. From her career at Treasury Wine Estate, where she revolutionized the Yellowglen brand for a younger demographic, to her role at Lavazza, managing sponsorships and making international connections, Astrid has left a memorable mark. Most rec...

In this episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we are thrilled to welcome Erin Holland as our special guest. Erin is a talented content creator, brand ambassador, and media personality who has made a remarkable impact in the media industry.  Erin burst onto the scene as Miss World Australia, but her journey didn't stop there. From her humble beginnings in Cairns, Erin has navigated the of...

Welcome back to The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR where today, host Marisa Jayne has the privilege of chatting to Christie Cooper, a renowned reporter from 7 News and Sunrise.  Christie shares her insights and advice for both aspiring journalists and publicists, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the world of news reporting. We chat about balancing the positive and negative stories of the news...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne has the pleasure of sitting down with Megan Hustwaite, a prominent journalist in the world of sports media.  Megan is passionate about, and has long championed, women’s sport and women in sport, namely the WNBL where she is a respected reporter, host and presenter. Megan takes us on a captivating journey through her c...

Welcome back to The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, where we're joined today by the talented and accomplished Iantha Yu.  Iantha is a freelance beauty editor who has made a name for herself in the beauty industry through her exceptional work and keen eye for detail. In this episode, Iantha shares her insights and expertise on how to make your beauty-related pitching stand out in a crowded market...

In this episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Maria Jayne chats with Maria Thattil, a media personality, influencer, content creator, author, writer, presenter, and former Miss Universe Australia. Maria uses her platform as a force for social change, and we discuss her impactful use of it. We also delve into her career in the media industry, her book "Unbounded," and what exciting p...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne has the pleasure of speaking with Carina Rossi, the Editor of 9Product Reviews. Carina has had an impressive career in the media industry and shares her journey to where she is today, from her role as Style and Beauty Editor at 9Honey to her new position at 9Product Reviews. Her tenacity and determination are inspirin...

Welcome to this week’s episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, where host Marisa Jayne sits down with Justine Cullen, the current CCO at True North Media and Editor in Chief at InStyle Australia.  Justine truly needs no introduction to any of those with an interest in the fashion industry, truly being an expert in the world of fashion media, with over two decades of experience in the indus...

Welcome back to The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, where we are thrilled to be joined by the talented and beloved Kate Waterhouse. Kate is a well-known media personality, fashion blogger, and writer who has made a name for herself in the Australian entertainment, racing and fashion industries. Over the years, Kate has established herself as a respected authority on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle...

Welcome back to another episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR. Today we are joined by the Lifestyle Editor of POPSUGAR Australia and The Latch, Sangeeta Kocharekar. Sangeeta has had a really interesting career trajectory in the world of journalism, finding her way to Sydney from the US and working her way from freelance writing to now securing such a coveted role at two of the top female...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we are joined by girl-boss, designer to the stars and also a long-term client of the agency, Caz Rowland from Cazinc the Label. Caz launched Cazinc the Label in 2018, setting out to create items for a useful, wearable wardrobe that make planning a stylish outfit a breeze and also are ethically made to last. Caz chats with us all about...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we are joined by renowned PR expert and talent manager Pru Corrigan. Pru spent 22 years in the Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Public Relations industry, before December 2022, when she decided to close her PR & Events division at One Daydream to focus on the boom of the Creator Economy. She now manages the Dream Team which started in 2018...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we are joined by Jacqui Felgate, one of Australia’s best-known personalities with close to 20 years of experience across print, radio and broadcast media. Jacqui is currently the fill-in host of the top-rating 3AW Breakfast program and can be heard hosting Friday Night Football on 3AW. She also appears weekly on breakfast as the statio...

It is officially the Season 3 finale of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR and to celebrate, we just had to invite the very best in the influencer and media business, Nikki Phillips. Before being one of the top followed creators on social media here in Australia, Nikki first started out as an International Model, hailing from New Zealand and working with powerhouse fashion labels such as Versace,...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we host our very own Daniella Sorace, General Manager - Culture & People and Amanda Grainger, General Manager - Strategy & Marketing. It has been an exciting year at Kate & Co. PR and the pair reflect on some of their highlights over the past 12 months as well as share advice for budding publicists who are eager to take the next step i...

On this week’s episode of The Press Office with Kate & Co. PR, we are joined by Holly Berckelman, the Social Media and Online Producer for Body & Soul and Stellar. This episode is particularly insightful for those studying media and communications or journalism as Holly shares how she got her foot firmly in the door and has been making waves in the industry ever since.