Value Talks

Being seen, being hired, being heard: diversity in PR


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Our new series of Value Talks kickstarts with a discussion on diversity and inclusion in the field of public relations (PR). Host Tim Ogu is joined by industry guests Kamiqua Lake (Coldr, UK Black Comms Network), Mohammad Qazalbash (Live Nation Entertainment) and Rachel Allison (Axe & Saw) to discuss why representation matters, how to find your niche, and the importance of driving positive change.


Topics:

  • How diverse is the PR industry?
  • Representation and recruitment
  • Motivation and expectations
  • Building connections
  • Proudest achievement
  • Advice for your university self


About the speakers:


Kamiqua Lake is founder and CEO of Coldr, a strategic communications and D&I consultancy, and Managing Director of the UK Black Comms Network, which she founded in 2020. Kamiqua graduated from London College of Fashion, UAL. Coldr: https://coldr.london UK Black Comms Network: https://blackcommsnetwork.co.uk


Mohammad Qazalbash is Head of Concert Publicity at Live Nation Entertainment, and was named as one of PR Week’s prestigious ‘30 Under 30’ in 2022. He graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moqazalbash


Rachel Allison is founder of Axe & Saw, an agency which encompasses strategy, inclusive marketing and PR to deliver purpose-driven communications. Rachel graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. Axe & Saw: https://www.axeandsaw.co.uk


Tim Ogu is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication. Website: https://timothyogu.com/


Watch:

Watch the conversation as it happened: https://youtu.be/dXtbOEmAHVQ


Production credits:

Shot and edited by Grey Moth: https://grey-moth.com/

Podcast produced by Connor Gani


Disclaimer:

While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this podcast are the views of the individuals featured.


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