Beyond PR Brookline Public Relations

Brookline Public Relations is thrilled to talk with our latest podcast guest, Richard Bartrem.

A true brand magician and master strategist, Richard is known for big picture thinking and insightful storytelling to help grow strong brand identities for clients. As the former Vice-President, Communications, Brand and Community Investment for WestJet, you may recognize his work from WestJet’s annual Christmas Miracle campaign!

With a diverse and impactful career, Richard brings over 35 years of proven leadership and management experience in the marketing and communications space. At Brookline, Richard applies his valuable experience and boundless energy to strategy conversations, big picture thinking and compelling storytelling to help grow strong brand identities for our clients.

Listen as Richard and Shauna discuss past campaigns, encouraging your team to take risks, what “brand” actually means, the importance of brand strategy and much more.

We are kicking off Season Five of the Beyond PR Podcast a little differently…

To #BPRCelebrate our recent award for Best Boutique PR
Agency 2024 in Alberta, a few Brookliners got together to discuss what the award means, the world of PR, their favourite memories working at Brookline and much more!

Listen in as we talk shop, share laughs and give some solid PR advice. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to our podcast, this episode is a must-listen!

Brookline Public Relations is thrilled to #BPRCelebrate the
remarkable, inspiring and dynamic women in our community. As we approach #InternationalWomenDay on March 8, we're bringing back an empowering special
guest from this season for a part two episode.

In the grand finale of Beyond PR Podcast’s Fourth Season, we
are delighted to reintroduce Jessica Janzen. Jessica proudly identifies as a wife, mother, motivational speaker, published author, coach and co-founder of The Love for Lewiston Foundation.

Join Jessica and Shauna in a candid conversation as they delve into topics such as mental health struggles, the significance of finding joy, goal setting, Jessica's upcoming second book, her connection with Justin Timberlake and the impactful initiatives of The Love for Lewiston Foundation.

Brookline Public Relations is thrilled to have another podcast
guest who makes us #BPRProud. For the fourth episode of Season four of the Beyond PR Podcast, we welcomed Jessica Janzen, philanthropist, author, speaker, content creator, life coach and co-founder of the Love for Lewiston Foundation.

With a diverse and impactful career, Jessica wears many hats throughout the day as she captivates audiences across North America. Her unwavering belief in the power of a possibility mindset helps her champion resilience and growth and she encourages others to embrace joy over the "survivor mode" mentality.

Listen as Jessica and Shauna discuss the balance between public and private life, empowering women entrepreneurs and staying
authentic to yourself.

Brookline Public Relations is delighted to have another podcast guest who makes us #BPRProud. For the third episode of Season 4 of the Beyond PR Podcast, we welcomed Chef Nicole Gomes, the first female winner of Top Chef Canada, Season 5 All-Stars, co-founder and owner of Cluck ‘N’ Cleaver, and chef extraordinaire.  

Born in Richmond, British Columbia, Chef Nicole Gomes has over 28 years of culinary experience. After being classically trained at Vancouver’s Dubrulle Culinary School, one of Canada’s leading culinary schools, Chef Nicole traveled around the world to learn from different cultures and experiences. In the early stages of her career, Nicole moved to Calgary from Vancouver after landing a job at one of the city’s top new restaurants and was the first female to be hired to work in a David Hawksworth kitchen in 2000. No stranger to competition, Nicole has competed in a variety of cooking competitions, earning bragging rights for beating Bobby Flay in 2021 and winning Top Chef Canada in 2017. Nicole’s dedication, creativity and expertise have led her to be one of the best chefs in the country.  

Listen as Shauna and Nicole dive into the world of culinary brilliance and prepare for a feast of stories and a dash of inspiration. 

Brookline Public Relations is excited to continue having guests on the Beyond PR Podcast that make us #BPRProud. For those of you already missing the Calgary Stampede, our second episode of Season 4, we welcomed Cody Snyder, world champion bull rider and co-founder of Bullbustin’ Inc.   

  

Cody was the first Canadian to be crowned the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s World Champion Bull Rider in 1983 and still holds the highest score and record in Canadian rodeo history. Bullbustin’ Inc., North America’s premier bull riding event organization was founded shortly after Cody retired from bull riding, with the support of his wife Rhonda and continues to grow as a family business with his daughters Jordyn and Reese. Cody shares his bull riding story, growing up in the industry and always just wanting to ride. He applauds Calgary for how giving and supportive a city it is, and talks about the difference of riding then and now.    

  

Listen as Shauna and Cody share stories about how they met, the bull riding industry, the success of Bullbustin’ Inc., and more! Saddle up for a wild ride, this is an episode you can’t miss!