Media Relations
I have helped place stories in tiny local newspapers, huge international publications like the New York Times, and everything in between. I have helped spread several “viral” stories that made headlines globally, and I also have experience in crisis communications. Click here for examples of my press releases.
I pride myself in being a reliable and valuable resource for reporters, and developed an excellent reputation in the Portland media market. I have have pitched ideas, placed stories, and provided experts for publications large and small, including: The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, NBC News, ABC News, CBS News, CNN, FOX News, National Public Radio, ESPN, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated, The Oregonian, The Seattle Times, and many more.
Below are examples of stories I have helped place.
KAREN GAFFNEY
Karen Gaffney became the first living person with Down syndrome to earn an honorary doctorate. Her story made national headlines. (USA Today)
FAKE HANDSHAKE
When a rival player at a UP basketball game faked a handshake an stole the ball, the video went viral in the national sports media. (Sports Illustrated)
SAM BRIDGMAN
Though Sam is confined to a wheelchair, he was determined to walk across the stage at graduation. His story made global headlines. (HuffPost)
DAKOTA GARZA
Front page feature on a UP student's surprising connection with Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Story spread nationally. (Oregonian)
MOLLY and Rachel
Both UP alumni, Molly passed away in the Haiti earthquake while Rachel survived. Their story made global headlines. (NBC)
JEAN FRANCOIS SEIDE
Front page story on Jean Francois's amazing journey to UP and graduation after surviving the Haiti Earthquake. (Portland Tribune)
SANDLER O'NEILL
Feature story about Sandler O'Neill bank written by UP author Brian Doyle on anniversary of 9/11 went viral globally. (Today Show)
WATER BOTTLE BAN
UP made a big splash when it banned disposable plastic water bottles from its campus, making local and national headlines. (OPB)