Lessons Learned

The Austin Business Journal recently debuted the 2023 Power Players list of 110 people who “wield the utmost influence in Austin.”

Today, companies and brands are in permacrisis, having to manage a constant state of issues (little crises) or crises with a “big C.”

I’ve attended the Austin Business Journal’s “Women in Business” awards for years.

Since returning to work after the height of the pandemic, ECPR Texas has undergone many changes.

“Big C” crises have impacted how communications professionals tackle unprecedented events.

Searching for an internship may seem daunting, but earning hands-on experience as a student is crucial to one’s professional development.

After 20 years in PR (public relations), I know true media relationships are important.

Over the past 20-plus years, there have been many phases, both for my career and for my hair choices.

Following the close of the 88th Texas Legislative Session, I am reflecting on legislation that hit close to home.

Research is the beacon that guides us to a cure, and a bright source of hope for blood cancer research is the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

At ECPR Texas, we’re a diverse team of 25 experienced communicators and strategists.

Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with the Austin Business Journal’s market president and publisher, Abby Mellot, as part of the ABJ’s Executive Insights series.

A lot can happen in 365 days. This time last year, the ink was still wet on my contract to purchase this firm and I was more than a little nervous. I shouldn’t have been, though.

Each year, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society generates funding for blood cancer research that could potentially save the lives of patients nationwide.

On Employee Appreciation Day, and every day, I am grateful to each ECPR Texas team member.

Our community has the opportunity to secure $4.9 billion in funding from the Texas Department of Transportation to rehabilitate I-35 through Central Austin.

At ECPR Texas, we’re connectors.

Each February, my firm supports the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® movement.

When I moved here in 1999, Kirk Watson was serving his first term as mayor.

A few months ago, our chief financial officer, Kathleen Smith, announced her retirement after 24 years.

Today, one of my greatest joys is involvement in our community. And over the years I’ve learned this: If you’re having a bad day, go give to someone else. You can’t help but feel a bit better.

ECPR CEO Kristin Marcum was humbled by surprising words of encouragement her clients shared in video recap of the swanky Austin event.

After speaking at a local university, Kristin Marcum, CEO of ECPR, shares how it’s wise to gain employee feedback when the opportunity presents – as their answers may surprise you.

I thought I should have all the answers when I reached a point in my career.