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

Episode 1

Host Tim Ogu is joined by industry guests Kamiqua Lake, Mohammad Qazalbash and Rachel Allison to discuss why representation matters, how to find your niche, and the importance of driving positive change.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Credits

Shot and edited by Grey Moth
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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