How Identity Has Influenced A Public Relations Account Executive's Career At Luxury PR Agency
Meredith finds the predominantly female environment of public relations a "really comfortable environment," fostering a "healthy and positive work environment" where they are inspired by strong, smart women, many of whom are working mothers who serve as role models. This positive work culture has significantly impacted their career in a positive way.
Public Relations, Women in PR, Work-Life Balance, Mentorship, Leadership
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Meredith Sestito
Public Relations Account Executive
Luxury Hospitality Public Relations Agency
Loyola Marymount University
Communications
Hospitality, Restaurants & Events, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Communication and Marketing
Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Meredith works in a predominantly female industry, which she finds creates a positive and comfortable work environment.
2. She highlights the strong and smart women she works alongside as role models and sources of inspiration.
3. Many of her colleagues are mothers, showcasing work-life balance and inspiring Meredith's career goals.
Transcript
As a woman, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
Public relations is predominantly a field with women employers. I think this has been a big plus and has made it a really comfortable environment.
Sometimes we can talk about more personal things, and it's nice because it's just a bunch of women around. I think it's fostered a really healthy and positive work environment.
I feel proud to work in this industry. I've met some of the strongest and smartest women. Working predominantly with women inspires me.
Many of them are moms, and it's inspiring to see them balance work and family life. They are honestly superheroes, and I look up to them as role models. I hope to see myself where they are in 10 or 20 years. It's been a really positive impact on my career.