Pitch Publicity?

3, 2, 1... It’s time for #PitchLive Episode 29 ?? with #PitchPro Christine Horner This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast features Christine Horner, MD, FACS, a nationally recognized surgeon, author, and fierce advocate for women’s health. Dr. Horner made history with her groundbreaking Breast Reconstruction Advocacy Project (BRA Project), a five-year crusade that led to federal legislation requiring insurance coverage for breast reconstruction after mastectomy, signed into law by President Bill Clinton. A board-certified expert in both general and plastic surgery, she is also a leading voice in natural health, authoring the award-winning books, “Waking the Warrior Goddess,” and “Radiant Health Ageless Beauty.” Now at the forefront of medical thermography, she continues to revolutionize women’s healthcare with her innovative mobile imaging business. Dr. Horner is an inspirational trailblazer in preventive medicine and a relentless champion for women’s health. Key pitching takeaways from Dr. Christine Horner on this episode of “Pitch Live”: Hook with a Story: Start with a compelling personal story to draw people in. Shock & Surprise: Lead with an unexpected or outrageous fact to grab attention. Back It Up with Science: Provide solid facts and research to support your claim. Use Bold Language: Don’t sugarcoat. Use powerful words that demand attention. Expose Discrepancies: Research your topic deeply and highlight contradictions. Be Direct & Disruptive: Don’t tiptoe around. Say what needs to be said. Make It Personal: Connect your pitch to people’s lives so they internalize it. Start Grassroots: Build momentum at the ground level before aiming higher. Leverage Connections: Keep asking, “Who do you know?” until you reach the right person. Be Ready Anytime: Always have your pitch prepared for when the moment strikes. Know Your Audience: Research the decision-maker and tailor your pitch to their interests. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Dr. Christine Horner to access Dr. Horner’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? #Mentorship #WomensHealth #BRAProject #MSH #Pitching #WomensHistoryMonth https://lnkd.in/eQkZWZmF

Be bold and direct ?? This week’s episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers'' podcast features Christine Horner, MD, FACS, a nationally recognized surgeon, author, and fierce advocate for women’s health. Dr. Horner made history with her groundbreaking Breast Reconstruction Advocacy Project (BRA Project), a five-year crusade that led to federal legislation requiring insurance coverage for breast reconstruction after mastectomy, signed into law by President Bill Clinton. Dr. Horner is an inspirational trailblazer in preventive medicine and a relentless champion for women’s health. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Dr. Christine Horner, March 12 on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you consume to podcasts, to gain access to Dr. Horner’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? #Mentorship #WomensHealth #BRAProject #MSH #Pitching #WomensHistoryMonth

3, 2, 1... It’s time for #PitchLive Episode 28 ?? with #PitchStar Kara Guillaume This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Kara Guillaume's #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity? and how she strategically built her career in the entertainment industry. Starting as a remote social media intern for Pitch Publicity? through a University of Florida Alumni Association partnership during her junior year, Kara leveraged every opportunity at University of Florida, earning her PR degree Magna Cum Laude and a master’s in Management from UF’s Warrington College of Business. While finishing her master’s degree, Kara gained some diverse experience in entertainment and advertising through some very impressive internships with Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Music Group, Atlantic Records, and Saatchi + Saatchi. With a determined focus on New York City, she “made success happen” and landed her first professional role as a communications coordinator at Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios under Paramount Global. Kara’s inspiring early-career journey will give you the confidence you need to push forward on accomplishing your dreams. Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Kara Guillaume on this episode of “Pitch Live”: Be Yourself: Relax when interacting with managers; confidence earns trust. Own Your Mistakes: Acknowledge them, provide a solution, and move forward. Work for Leaders who Invest in You: Seek managers who mentor, connect you with opportunities, and trust you to take on real tasks. Prioritize Workplace Culture: Find environments where leaders foster community, relationships, and support beyond the office. Ask for Mentorship: Clearly communicate what you need and most people are happy to help you out. Embrace Lifelong Learning: Every new challenge has an adjustment period so stay adaptable, don’t give up, and keep growing. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Kara Guillaume to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? https://lnkd.in/exaUSF5c

Earn trust with confidence ?? This week’s episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Kara Guillaume's #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity? and how she strategically built her career in the entertainment industry. With a determined focus on New York City, she “made success happen” and landed her first professional role as a communications coordinator at Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios under Paramount Global. Kara’s inspiring early-career journey will give you the confidence you need to push forward on accomplishing your dreams. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Kara Guillaume on Feb. 26 on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you consume to podcasts, to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ????

3, 2, 1... It’s time for #PitchLive Episode 27 ?? with #PitchPro Flody Suarez This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast spotlights Flody Suarez who has made an extraordinary impact across Broadway, television, and film. Flody’s career began in advertising, with impressive campaigns for iconic brands and organizations including Rolls Royce, WCBS-TV and the New York Mets. As VP of Marketing for Miramax Films, Flody led numerous advertising campaigns before moving into television. At NBC, he served as VP of Development, overseeing production for hits like the Emmy-winning “ER,” “3rd Rock from the Sun,” and “Just Shoot Me.” He also spearheaded campaigns for iconic shows including “Friends.” Flody quickly made his mark as a visionary producer. He’s known for award-winning projects like “The Book of Daniel” and “8 Simple Rules For Dating My Teenage Daughter.” Most recently he oversaw production on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” and was Executive Producer of? NBC’s “Rise.” Flody’s recent work on Broadway includes producing “The Cher Show” and the Tom Jones musical, “What’s New Pussycat?” Key pitching takeaways from Flody Suarez on this episode of “Pitch Live”: Stay enthusiastic about your pitch, but grounded in its viability as success hinges on threading the needle. Avoid comparisons by skipping excessive references to other successful productions in your pitch.? Listen to rejections and use the feedback to refine and adapt your pitch for greater success. Network relentlessly by attending events and parties, or signing up for workshops and courses to build connections. Take any job to get your foot in the door and you’ll find your path by staying open to possibilities. If you hear negative buzz about a company or person, heed the warnings and trust that it might be accurate. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Flody Suarez to access Flody’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? https://lnkd.in/eqXwN3eQ #Mentorship #Entertainment #Broadway #MSH #Pitching

Stay open to the possibilities ?? This week’s episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers'' podcast spotlights Flody Suarez who has made an extraordinary impact across Broadway, television, and film. As VP of Marketing for Miramax Films, Flody led numerous advertising campaigns before moving into television. At NBC, he served as VP of Development, overseeing production for hits like the Emmy-winning “ER,” and he also spearheaded campaigns for iconic shows including “Friends.” Most recently he oversaw production on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” and was Executive Producer of? NBC’s “Rise.” Flody’s recent work on Broadway includes producing “The Cher Show” and the Tom Jones musical, “What’s New Pussycat?” Flody takes us behind the curtain to reveal the secrets of pitching and networking in the competitive world of entertainment. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Flody Suarez, Feb. 12 on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you consume to podcasts, to gain access to Flody’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? #Mentorship #Entertainment #Broadway #MSH #Pitching

Cue the confetti ?? As we welcome the start of 2025 at Pitch Publicity? we’re also celebrating our #PitchTeam of #NYC #PitchStars for Spring 2025! ???? Stepping into the #PitchTeam spotlight we’re thrilled to introduce Liz Ansell! ?? A junior at Penn State University majoring in Advertising with a minor in Photography and Digital Media Trends and Analytics, Liz is already capturing success. ?? Since joining us in early January, she’s been working with us to develop picture-perfect campaigns with broadcast and print/digital media. ? With her keen eye for storytelling and an energetic spirit, Liz is well on her way to becoming our next #PitchStar! ?????? That’s a wrap on our Spring 2025 #PitchStar announcements! ?????? But don’t blink ?? these rising #PitchStars will keep the party going at Pitch Publicity? ??live from the #PitchPad in the city where publicists know how to make every headline a memorable celebration! ?? #PitchTeam #PublicistLife #PitchPublicity #Internship #Mentorship #NYC #PublicRelations #WeAre

3, 2, 1... It’s time for #PitchLive Episode 26 ?? with #PitchStar Sloan Savage This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Sloan Savage’s #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity? and the pivotal pitching experiences based in research that helped shape her into the diverse communications professional she is today. Now a New York-based director specializing in corporate communications at Forward Global, Sloan has built a stellar career in public relations, managing high-stakes strategic campaigns for a diverse range of international clients. From crafting impactful media relations strategies to navigating complex crisis and reputation management scenarios, Sloan’s expertise lies in helping brands and executives cut through the noise to connect meaningfully with their audiences. With a dual degree in Public Relations and International Studies from the University of Florida, Sloan’s journey serves as an inspiring example of how early mentorship and hands-on experience can lay the foundation for a successful career on the global stage. Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Sloan Savage on this episode of “Pitch Live”: Practice and Prepare: Read your pitch aloud and research thoroughly to handle follow-up questions with confidence. Be Journalist-Friendly: Show grace to journalists juggling tight deadlines and early hours. Become a Subject Matter Expert: Know your field inside-out.? Pitch with Confidence: Use phone calls to sharpen your communication skills. Empower Others: Ask colleagues what skills they want to learn and delegate tasks to support their growth. Network Authentically: Connect with journalists on social media, celebrate their wins, and align your pitch with their current story focus. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Sloan Savage to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ???? https://lnkd.in/e3ShhVyg

Cue the confetti ?? As we welcome the start of 2025 at Pitch Publicity? we’re also celebrating our #PitchTeam of #NYC #PitchStars for Spring 2025! ???? Stepping up to the plate on the #PitchTeam please welcome Tess Acabbo a junior at Penn State University pursuing a degree in Public Relations with a minor in Sports Studies. ???? Tess hit the ground running when she joined us in early January, and is making some impressive moves! ???? In just her first month as a Publicist, she’s honing her skills in pitching broadcast media and has already landed a major national placement for one of our clients! ?? Tess is just getting started! Soon, she’ll be expanding her #pitching skills across multiple industries and media platforms as she’s on track to become our next #PitchStar ? Keep the party going with Pitch Publicity? as we showcase more of our Spring 2025 #PitchStars ???? live from the #PitchPad in the city where #publicists always keep the energy high and the celebrations memorable! ???? #PitchTeam #PublicistLife #PitchPublicity #Internship #Mentorship #NYC #PublicRelations #WeAre

Become a subject matter expert ?? This week’s episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Sloan Savage's #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity? and the pivotal pitching experiences based in research that helped shape her into the diverse communications professional she is today. Now a New York-based director specializing in corporate communications at Forward Global, Sloan has built a stellar career in public relations, managing high-stakes strategic campaigns for a diverse range of international clients. Sloan’s journey serves as an inspiring example of how early mentorship and hands-on experience can lay the foundation for a successful career on the global stage. Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Sloan Savage on Jan. 29 on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you consume to podcasts, to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ????