My Reflection on Summer 2016 at Rebecca Adele PR & Events

I can’t believe another summer has flown by! It feels like yesterday I was just leaving school and getting ready to start an internship for the very first time. Before I left for school I was interviewing for internships left and right, it wasn’t until I stumbled upon an advertisement for Rebecca Adele PR & Events, that I knew I had to have this one. I was so excited when Becki reached out to me asking to interview. After the interview, and finding out I got the job, I was so ecstatic!

I’m not going to lie, I was a little nervous before starting my internship at Rebecca Adele PR & Events. I did not know what to expect or what every day would look like. As soon as I walked into the office, the cutest pets, whom I have grown to love, welcomed me. We got to work right away, which was exciting because I have learned so much the past few months. I have learned everything from social media plans, to press releases and how to plan events.

As a writer, event planner, and PR specialist, this internship has helped me build a portfolio I can take with me for years to come. Becki is one of the most hardworking, passionate, and motivated people I have ever met. She knows so much about the field and is always willing to help you grow. I am so lucky to have worked along side with her this summer, and watch her build her company even more.

This internship has helped me establish that I am ready to be in the PR world. I have definitely chosen the right career path for me. I am excited to head back to Ohio University this fall with all the knowledge I have gained from this experience. However I will miss Becki and the team at Rebecca Adele PR & Events. Thank you Becki for an amazing summer internship!

Written by Lexie Gomez at Rebecca Adele PR & Events

Reflecting on My Summer at Rebecca Adele PR & Events

As my time as a summer intern for Rebecca PR & Events comes to a close, I have a lot to be thankful for and reflect on. I’ve had experience writing and using social media, but I’ve never used these skills in the platform I’ve been able to during my time here.

When I first applied for this internship, I had no idea what was in store for me; I just knew it felt like the perfect fit. Turns out, I was right! This experience has provided me with the knowledge and skills I need to be successful in my future career. Not only have I learned new skills and improved the ones I already had, but it’s been a reassuring experience for me. I always knew I loved the public relations field, but looking back on my time here and everything I’ve done, I know for certain that this is what I want to do for the rest of my life, and I have Becki to thank for that.

From creating blog posts to social media plans to working the events throughout the summer, not a second of it was mundane or boring. I’ve had the opportunity at this internship to do more than just sit in an office day-in and day-out and wait for my dismissal. I looked forward to my work day and the conversation and friendships I’ve built with Becki and Lexie, the other intern.

Normally, I would be very sad to leave this internship forever. However, I’ve been fortunate enough to be asked to stay on with Rebecca Adele PR & Events and continue my internship experience virtually for the upcoming fall semester. Being the last semester of my college career, I know the continuation of this internship will keep my skills sharp and keep me focused and ready when a full-time career opportunity arises.

I couldn’t have asked for a better internship and I can’t think of another way I would have rather spent my summer than here at Rebecca Adele PR & Events!

Written by Shaylee Dillen of Rebecca Adele PR & Events

My Summer at Rebecca Adele PR & Events

I can’t believe my internship at Rebecca PR & Events is coming to an end! It feels like it was just yesterday that I was walking into Becki’s colorful and fun office, being greeted by several cats and her beloved pup, Google.

I looked forward to the 45-minute drive to Solon every Monday and Wednesday because our workdays were upbeat and fun, filled with music, talking and the exchange of ideas. While I did have some experience in social media, I have never done any public relations or event planning. However, Becki made it easy to learn and explained everything I needed to know, while still giving me some room to be creative and think for myself.

My day-to-day tasks included writing blogs and press releases, producing and scheduling social media posts, and marketing for upcoming shows for Avant-Garde and Bump to Bows Shows! Working in a fast paced environment has definitely helped me to work harder and be more efficient and creative in my writing. Being able to see my work being used online was rewarding and made me confident that the work I was doing was relevant and important.

Working with Becki was such a rewarding and fun experience. She was constantly giving feedback and helping me to learn from my mistakes, which is what I was looking for in an internship. Hearing her success story about how she was able to get where she is today was very inspiring, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work for such a successful and experienced woman.  One of the most important things that she taught me is that you can do anything you want as long as you work for it and to not let anyone get in the way of your goals. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with Becki is very lucky because her kind and hard-working attitude is inspiring and surely motivating. I am so very appreciative for my experience at Rebecca Adele PR & Events and will use what I have learned for my future career in public relations!

Written by Caitlin Homcy of Rebecca Adele PR & Events

Thank you Becki for my wonderful experience at Rebecca Adele PR & Events

It is sad to say that my time here as an intern for Rebecca Adele PR & Events has come to end.  However, I can say that I am not sad, but very happy that I can say that I loved every second of this internship! Although the summer went by way too fast and I wish I could stay longer for this internship, I was able to learn so much about the PR industry and what it takes to run a growing successful business.  Becki is such a positive role model. I am truly going to miss coming into the office every week.

This was my first PR internship and with the help of Becki, I was able to learn how to develop content for several different clients along with scheduling social media plans as well. I was never sitting at my desk bored, I was given plenty of writing tasks to do that kept me busy, along with that my confidence in my writing has grown tremendously which I am really grateful for.  The office life was very laid back and we listened to music while working every day, and even hung out with Google the adorable office dog!

This internship has helped me realize where I want to be in the future with my career. It is hard to believe that I will be graduating in the spring this year. I used to be nervous thinking about graduating but after interning with Becki, it has giving me plenty of confidence and experience within my career choice. I have confidence that I will find a job after graduation. 

Upon graduation, I hope to be working in the Toledo or Cleveland area for a PR firm.  I am ready for this next chapter in my life and I have Rebecca Adele PR & Events to thank for that!

Written by Carly Wiegand from Rebecca Adele PR & Events

What’s All the Excitement with Pokémon Go?

For the past few years, most avid social media users have gotten very good at multitasking. Walking down the street while checking Twitter, Facebook and Instagram is now a piece of cake because we know when to look up and around for people passing by. However, starting on July 6^th, people started walking around aimlessly and getting lost because they are trying to catch... Pokémon. Yes, you heard me, Pokémon.

Pokémon GO was developed by the company Niantic and published by The Pokémon Company as part of the Pokémon franchise. The game uses GPS and allows players to battle, capture and train virtual Pokémon who appear in the real world around them. Only an amazing 24 hours after its release, Pokémon GO topped the U.S. App Store's "Free” and “Top Grossing” charts.

However, the game has been receiving negative reactions and attention due to accidents and public annoyances related with it. Users of the app have reported falling, running into things, getting sunburned and even putting themselves at risk of car accidents while driving.

Even though there has been some negativity associated with the new game, most users are absolutely loving it. Not only are people that used to play “old school” Pokémon reliving their glory days, but younger users that are less familiar with the game are having fun with it, too! 

Unlike most social media platforms, Pokémon GO gets people off of their couches and into the real world. It is getting people to walk around their cities (even at obscure times of the night) where they might even meet other users out walking as well. Even if you still think the game sounds odd, download it and try it out! Just remember to watch where you’re walking (and maybe wear some elbow pads). Happy catching!

Written by Caitlin Homcy of Rebecca Adele PR & Events

Melania Trump Plagiarizes Michelle Obama’s 2008 Convention Speech

The RNC was filled with exciting, and interesting speeches last night. Most notable was potential first lady, Melania Trump who delivered the night’s headlining speech in what was her first spotlight moment since she married Donald Trump 11 years ago. The crowd praised the speech, but her remarks almost immediately came under scrutiny when parts of it sounded familiar to those of First Lady, Michelle Obama at the Democratic convention in 2008.

Jarrett Hill, a twitter user whose biography describes him as an interior designer and journalist, apparently first noticed the resemblance. However, Mrs. Trump said in an interview with Matt Lauer of NBC before her speech that she just reviewed it once. “I wrote it with as little help as possible,” she stated.

Mr. Trump’s aides declined to identify whom, if anyone, on the campaign helped in writing her speech. Mr. Trump’s main speechwriter is Stephen Miller, and campaign’s chief strategist, Paul Manafort, has managed the convention program and speakers.

In a statement released, a campaign spokesman, Jason Miller, praised Mrs. Trump’s speech, which he stated was written by other people he did not identify with. He did not directly address the similarities to Mrs. Obama’s speech, but he indicated that Mrs. Trump had “included fragments” from other people. “In writing her beautiful speech, Melania’s team of writers took notes on her life’s inspirations, and in some instances included fragments that reflected her own thinking,” Mr. Miller said. “Melania’s immigrant experience and love for America shone through in her speech, which made it a success.”

Although this speech has made headlines, and has started a controversy, Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has no plans to fire anybody on the campaign or to take any disciplinary action against anyone for plagiarism.

Written by Lexie Gomez from Rebecca Adele PR & Events