In this inspiring episode of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, host Wendy Cohen welcomes the lovely and talented Jennifer McGraw, Principal & Founder of Jennifer McGraw PR, a leading publicist in the luxury home and design industry.

Jennifer shares her journey from working at Rolling Stone Magazine in New York City to building a thriving yet boutique PR firm that serves bespoke interior designers, showrooms, and luxury brands across the country.

Together, Wendy and Jennifer dive into:

• What PR really means today (beyond just submitting projects to magazines)• How designers and brands can know when they’re ready to invest in PR• The powerful relationship between social media, online features, and traditional press• Why industry recognition is just as important as consumer visibility• How emerging designers can grow through online editorials and “evergreen” features

Jennifer also opens her heart about living with an attitude of gratitude — from mentoring emerging designers and empowering small artisan brands, to her deep passion for animal rescue and fostering dogs.

This commutable, feel-good episode is packed with real-world insight, encouragement, and inspiration for anyone in the luxury design, build, real estate, and home space who believes in collaboration, giving back, and building a brand with purpose.

Whether you’re a designer, brand owner, builder, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation will leave you energized and informed.