This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast follows the career of Erica Loewe who rose from intern to Special Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff for Public Engagement at The White House. Previously serving as President Joe Biden’s Director of African American Media, Erica has held many key roles in Congress, including Deputy Communications Director for House Majority Whip James Clyburn, and Press Secretary for the House Financial Services Committee under the leadership of Chairwoman Maxine Waters. With a strong background in strategic messaging and stakeholder outreach, Erica has made a significant impact in public affairs, government relations, and providing journalists equal access to The White House.

Key pitching takeaways from Erica Loewe on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Rejection is sometimes protection in disguise.
• A 'no' could just mean 'not yet'—use the time to prepare.
• Tap into your network—ask for introductions.
• Offer your skills for free to add value and get ahead.
• Be clear about your goals—tell people exactly how they can help you.
• Correct mistakes quickly, especially when it comes to misinformation.
• Inaction is a mistake—be the change you want to see.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Erica Loewe to access Erica’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @EricaPLoewe

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericaloewe/

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Ledora Brown’s time at Pitch Publicity® and her deep history with founder Amy Summers. After graduating from Howard University with a degree in Public Relations and Journalism, Ledora began her career at Pitch Publicity®, where she built a strong foundation in pitching that set her up for success. Working with Pitch Publicity® both during its early start-up phase in the office and later during its pioneering remote days, Ledora developed a unique mentorship relationship with Amy during crucial stages of their careers. In 2020, Amy invited Ledora to co-produce the inaugural INICIVOX® “Elephant in the Room” virtual seminar series, which focused on communication strategies addressing racism. This series won the PR News award for Best Diversity & Inclusion Campaign and was the catalyst that propelled Ledora’s career to the next phase. As a dedicated mother of three, Ledora understands the importance of nurturing future leaders. She is an active member of the Greater Tampa Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a national organization committed to fostering the development of African-American youth through leadership training, volunteerism, and civic engagement.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Ledora Brown on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Be Transparent: Lay everything out upfront in every situation.
• Work Hard: Success demands effort; nothing comes easy.
• Hire Mothers: They excel in organization, multitasking and management.
• Keep Calm: Avoid mirroring unproductive energy.
• Ask Questions: Rely on experienced professionals and never hesitate to ask.
• Stay Organized: Maintain a detailed schedule to keep on track.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Ledora Brown to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram | X: @luvledora

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ledorabrown

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast puts talk show host and radio personality Mark Alyn in the interview hot seat! With more than 30 years experience in broadcast media, interviewing 30,000+ experts and celebrities, Mark shares his insider tips on how to best approach and pitch a broadcast journalist. As host of “Late Night Health Radio,” Mark interviews experts who share how to achieve optimal wellness through natural health. Mark is also a seasoned television reporter and anchor and currently hosts a live cooking show, “Mark Alyn Cooks,” where he combines his love of global cuisine with living a healthy lifestyle. He stresses the importance of making sure your pitch is voice ready and why human connection is paramount in pitching.

Key pitching takeaways from Mark Alyn on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• When pitching journalists, make it newsworthy not an ad.
• Don’t pitch yourself. Having a publicist means you’ve been vetted.
• Make it easy for the journalist - they are often overworked and underpaid.
• Pick up the phone and pitch journalists so they can hear your voice.
• Present your pitch like a natural conversation, not a scripted recitation.
• After emailing a pitch, call and leave a message.
• Tailor your pitches—don't send finance stories to health reporters.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Mark Alyn to access Mark’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @markalyncooksyourdinner

Facebook | TikTok: @markalyncooks

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markalyn/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkAlynCooksYourDinner

Website: https://www.latenighthealth.com/

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