MPR Client Lindsey Dial shares Momtales over Mocktails with Women in the Sports Industry

WASHINGTON D.C.-Lindsey Dial was the featured guest expert for the DC Chapter of Women in Sports and Events’ monthly professional development series. Closing out Mental Health Awareness Month, Dial shared best practices and tips with women in leaders in sports in the DMV area. The event Momtales & Mocktails, which took place May 29 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington D. C. was designed for women to share their experience working in the sports industry while being mothers and care takers. Lindsey offered tips to the group in how to best create tool kits to ensure work-life balance and ultimately create the life you desire.

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MPR CEO Talks Entrepreneurship + Activism

Panel Discusses How Entrepreneurship Can Coincide With Activism

Dr. Leelannee Malin, associate dean of community engagement and strategic partnerships in the Office of the Dean of the Chapel, reflected on Howard’s multifaceted opportunities in career development. Malin, who also works as principal and CEO of Malin PR, said she wants to introduce positive examples of entrepreneurship for Howard.

“Entrepreneurship is a pathway to solving those problems in our community as opposed to waiting for somebody else to do it,” Malin said. “It’s about asking the hard questions. How do I take those networks that store power and bring it here for students? How do we leverage those relationships and the funding for the activities that students are trying to do?” 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-The Krewe of Harmonia Announce Queen Harmonia III

THE KREWE OF HARMONIA ANNOUNCE QUEEN HARMONIA III
Dr. Camacia Smith-Ross to Hail as Queen

KREWE SEASON BEGINS WITH WEEKEND OF EVENTS

NEW ORLEANS – The Krewe of Harmonia (KOH) founded in 2020, is a female carnival krewe dedicated to modern, forward thinking carnival values rooted in social responsibility.

The krewe opened the 2023-2024 season with the KOH Summer Extravaganza Weekend, featuring their annual KOH Mid-Summer Ball, which took place on Sat. July 30.

“I am proud to kick off another year with these ladies. It’s been a rewarding year of giving back to our community and celebrating a sisterhood that is as diverse as the city of New Orleans. We are proud to be changemakers, leading in Carnival history and I look forward to what the future holds for Harmonia.” said Chantell “Chan” Reed, captain.

The illustrious affair at The Fillmore featured a VIP reception, buffet style dinner, open bar and live entertainment. This year’s theme, “The Future is Harmonia” paid homage to the krewe’s charter members and the impact that the krewe will have on the future of Mardi Gras culture.  

In its third year, the ball serves as an annual opportunity to bring krewe members from across the country together for revelry, community service and to announce the queen select. Hailing as Queen Harmonia III is this year’s queen select, Camacia Smith-Ross, Ed.D., chief of staff at Southern University at New Orleans.  A career instructional leader, Ross has a demonstrated track record in fundraising, curriculum/program development in higher education, and achieving positive trends in enrollment, retention, and matriculation for at-risk students and communities. 

“We are so proud to present Queen Harmonia III, Dr. Camacia Smith-Ross.  Dr. Ross is the embodiment of grace and eloquence with an unyielding dedication of service to her community and her Harmonia sisters.” said Reed “Her reign will reflect the true spirit of the Harmonia sisterhood.

A charter member of KOH, Ross has been active in krewe projects since the krewe’s inception. A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Ross is active in the community, serving on the board of directors of the outreach ministry at Grant Chapel Church and fundraising for higher education initiatives.

Ross, has a robust career in higher education, having served as a program director, assistant professor and dean at institutions to include Dillard University, Southern University and A&M College, Southern University at New Orleans and Louisiana College; where she served as Dean of Education, the first African American to hold this role in the college’s 109-year history.

An accomplished leader, Smith-Ross is a graduate of Southern University A&M College where she received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in educational leadership from the University of New Orleans. Ross has a doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership in Higher Education from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Ross will be crowned Queen Harmonia III in November at the krewe’s coronation.

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About the Krewe of Harmonia
Established in 2020, the purpose of the Krewe of Harmonia is to connect a group of diverse women with a mission to bring women of all backgrounds together in an environment to celebrate Carnival, but also build lifelong bonds and friendships. KOH is a krewe to making Carnival greener by committed to incorporating sustainable throws while parading.  KOH was the first krewe to discontinue throwing what has come to be known as the traditional carnival bead, by pivoting to glass beads, handcrafted beaded throws and beads that can be recycled.  Learn more about KOH at www.kreweofharmonia.org.

 

 

 

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MPR CEO Selected for Leadership Institute at Dartmouth

From Nov. 7–11, 2021, the annual WISE Executive Leadership Institute (WELI) returned to Dartmouth's campus after a break in 2020 due to the pandemic.

Launched in 2014 in partnership with Tuck Executive Education, the world-renowned business school at Dartmouth, the five-day intensive study program is the gold standard in leadership development training in the business of sports. 2021 participants included Malin PR, Principal & CEO, Dr. Leelannee K. Malin

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MPR Client Candi Waller of CWall Sports and Entertainment featured on Lunchtime Conversation-Kick it with EP

Catch MPR client, Candi Waller, the CEO of CWall Sports and Entertainment, featured on the May 11 edition of Lunchtime Conversation hosted by Elisa Padilla of Kick It by EP. Lunchtime Conversation is an Instagram Live show that airs live every Tuesday and Thursday at 12pm EST. A place where industry professionals come together to share their career stories and experiences, Elisa, has featured Andrew Schwartz the Senior Vice President for the Howard Hughes Corporation, Kat Green the Brand Activations Director for Affirm, and Portia Archer the Chief Operating Officer for the NBA G League.

Candi, affectionately called CWall, has hosted the weekly live sports show Coaching from the Coach for the last two years. As the CEO of CWall Sports and Entertainment and a credentialed member of the press, Candi shared insights on starting a digital media outlet and show. Click here to check out the replay of Candi on Lunchtime Conversation.

2019 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl Game Roster Announced

For Immediate Release
January 10, 2019
Contact: Brandon Parker | Communications Manager
Brandon.parker@nflpa.com | 202-756-9160

NFLPA COLLEGIATE BOWL ROSTERS ANNOUNCED
Eighth annual all-star game features 112 of the top draft-eligible prospects

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The NFL Players Association announced the full roster for its eighth annual NFLPA Collegiate Bowl on Thursday.

The all-star game will once again feature a collection of the best seniors in college football showcasing their skills at the historic Rose Bowl Stadium. The 112-man roster has been split into two groups: the National team, led by long-time NFL player and coach Mike Tice, and the American team, led by former Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano.

This year’s contest is slated to take place on Saturday, January 19, culminating a week-long experience during which the participants will learn about the business of football. The game is scheduled for 2 p.m. PST/5 p.m. EST kickoff and will be televised on FS1.

Click here are the full player rosters for the American and National teams

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About the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl:
Founded in 2012, the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl gives prospective players the best opportunity to showcase their talents to potential employers and fans. Nearly 200 scouts, player personnel staff, general managers and head coaches from all 32 NFL teams are expected be in attendance to watch live practices, conduct player interviews and review tape. For the latest news and updates on the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, visit the game’s website at http://collegiate.nflpa.com/ and follow @NFLPABowl on Twitter.



Malin PR CEO Selected as a Howard University 2018 Faculty Scholar

Howard University Office of University Communications

July 11, 2018

Dear Howard University Community,
 

The Office of Faculty Development is pleased to announce that 27 members of the Howard University faculty are participating in the 2018 Junior Faculty Writing and Creative Works Summer Academy.
 
The selections were made after a vigorous competitive submission process. The faculty selected include assistant or associate professors on tenure track, instructors and lecturers, as well as senior faculty who will serve in the Summer Academy as Scholar Coaches or mentors. The faculty selected represent a cross-section of Howard University schools and colleges, thus promoting interdisciplinary collaborations and interactions among the faculty.
 
Junior Faculty who are designated as Faculty Scholars:

  • Dr. Miriam Ahmed, Department of Art, College of Arts and Sciences (COAS)

  • Dr. Jarrett Brown, Department of English, COAS

  • Professor Jacqueline L. Carmichael, Department of Art, COAS

  • Professor Shirley Carswell, Department of Media, Journalism and Film, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

  • Dr. Alaina S. Davis, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

  • Dr. Marina del Sol, Department of English, COAS

  • Dr. Barbara A. Fears, Department of Religious Education, School of Divinity

  • Dr. Leelannee K. Malin, Department of Strategic, Legal, and Management Communications, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

  • Dr. Bahiyyah M. Muhammad, Department of Sociology and Criminology, COAS

  • Dr. Efua Obeng, Marketing Department, School of Business

  • Dr. Martha Pitts, Department of English, COAS

  • Dr. Elizabeth Ricks, Department of Human Development and Psychoeducational Studies, School of Education

  • Dr. Shameka Stanford, Department of Communications Sciences and Disorders, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

  • Dr. Shaolei Teng, Department of Biology, COAS

  • Professor Jennifer D. Williams, Department of English, COAS

  • Dr. Tingting Xiong, Department of Economics, COAS

The Scholar Coaches who will mentor the Faculty Scholars:

  • Dr. Mohamed S. Camara, Department of African Studies, COAS

  • Dr. David Kwame Dixon, Department of Political Science, COAS

  • Dr. Ruby M. Gourdine, School of Social Work

  • Dr. Carolivia Herron, Classics Department, COAS (Visiting Scholar Coach)

  • Dr. Fatimah L. C. Jackson, Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences

  • Dr. Amol Anant Kulkarni, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy

  • Dr. Kehbuma Langmia, Department of Strategic, Legal, and Management Communications, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

  • Dr. Denée Thomas Mwendwa, Department of Psychology, COAS

  • Professor W. Sherman Rogers, School of Law

  • Dr. Sandra Shannon, Professor Emeritus, Department of English, COAS

  • Professor Sonja D. Williams, Department of Media, Journalism and Film, Cathy Hughes School of Communications

Associate Provost Okianer Christian Dark, along with the co-Directors of the Summer Academy Dr. Rubin Patterson, Chair, Department of Sociology and Criminology and Dr. Elka Stevens, Interim Co-Chair, Department of Art, develop and manage the curriculum for the Summer Academy, which is now in its third year. The Summer Academy includes a four-day off campus retreat, several brown bag sessions, an intense two-day research retreat, and multiple opportunities for junior and senior faculty to collaborate on their writing and creative pursuits.  
 
The key to the Summer Academy are the Scholar Coaches who are the mentors. Each Faculty Scholar (junior faculty member) is assigned a Scholar Coach who works with him or her on their summer project. An important outcome for the Summer Academy is that the Faculty Scholars develop relationships with peer and more senior colleagues who can provide a network of support as their careers progress at the University. The Junior Faculty Writing and Creative Works Summer Academy is funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the Office of the Provost. More information about the Summer Academy can be found on the Office of Faculty Development’s Web site at https://www2.howard.edu/provost/faculty-development/opportunities.
 
Associate Provost Dark who is responsible for the Office of Faculty Development in the Provost Office, may be contacted by email at Okianer.c.dark@howard.edu or by phone at (202) 806-2550.

Excellence in Truth and Service,
 
Okianer Christian Dark
Associate Provost for Faculty Development, 
Office of the Provost

 

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