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Tia Lowe, Marketing Analyst at Ryan Specialty


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Join NUFRIENDS in a captivating discussion featuring Tia Lowe, a Howard University alumna, currently excelling in the insurance marketing industry in Chicago. This episode dives deep into Tia's journey from her upbringing in Louisiana to aiming for a creative career in music and marketing. Learn how she navigates the corporate world while maintaining her passion for supporting upcoming artists and contributing to the creative arts space. Gracefully straddling multiple roles, Tia shares her insights on the importance of mentorship, seeking alignment in work, the power of intentionality, and the significance of trusting oneself. Whether in her professionalism or personal life, Tia aims to contribute and make an impact. Tune in to glean some wisdom from Tia's dynamic life and career perspectives.

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:20 Early Life and Influences

01:12 Discovering a Passion for Journalism02:01 Choosing the Right University

04:36 Experiences at Howard University

07:02 Role in Student Council and Impact on Campus

07:43 Transition into Professional Life

08:18 Challenges and Lessons in the Corporate World

12:12 Current Role and Future Aspirations

17:47 Building Connections and Moving to Chicago

18:03 The Importance of Mentorship and Networking

18:40 Reaching Out and Cold Contacting

18:49 Short Term and Long Term Goals in Corporate

18:58 Understanding Corporate Structure and Growth

20:02 Transitioning from Corporate to Creative

20:58 The Role of Agencies in Creative Industries

21:56 Exploring Creative Endeavors and Collaborations

22:33 The Journey of Building a Creative Career

25:04 The Power of Networking and Collaboration

26:40 The Intersection of Corporate and Creative

27:03 The Importance of Empathy and Communication in Creative Spaces

31:57 The Future of Creative Career and Trusting Your Gut

34:13 Final Thoughts and Advice

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nufriends industryBy Elijah Barlue