A lunchtime panel discussing lessons on startup PR and how to connect with the right PR firms in the future. Lunch is included!
Panelists Include:
Brendan Lowry, Curalate
Josh Cline, the Cline Group
Nicole Cashman, Cashman & Associates
Moderated by: Erica Ogg of The Wirecutter/The Sweethome
Schedule at a Glance:
11:30AM: Doors Open
12:00PM: Panel Discussion
1:00PM: Networking
1:30PM: Event end
This event is part of the Media Track Day.
Erica is currently a writer and reporter at the Wirecutter, a list of the best technology to buy as determined by dozens of hours of research and testing. Erica previously worked at GigaOM and as a reporter for CNET, covering Apple as well as the broader consumer electronics and PC industries.
As President and CEO of The Cline Group and with over 15 years of global strategic business and marketing experience, Josh has helped more than 100 companies to develop and execute strategic plans and reach their business goals.
Nicole, a Philadelphia native, served as PR Director for Bloomingdale’s in New York which led to her role as Director of PR & Special Events for 28 Strawbridge’s stores. In 1999, she opened a boutique PR firm and, in 2001, extended her business outside of the Philadelphia area and launched Cashman & Associates nationally where she is President & CEO and sole proprietor. She blends a comprehensive understanding of the entertainment, lifestyle, and hospitality industries with a highly creative sense of marketing to produce unmatched results. Cashman has worked with a roster of major talent and brands including Stephen Starr Restaurants, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation, City of Philadelphia, Kiehl’s Since 1851, Rittenhouse Hotel, City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, Chef Georges Perrier, Comcast and more.
Brendan is part of the founding team at Curalate, the most comprehensive platform for marketing with images, where he leads marketing and PR. Prior to Curalate, Brendan launched Skillshare in Philadelphia and received his undergrad degree from Temple University in May of 2011.
