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The Brandinc PR Podcast Earns a Spotlight on the Black Podcasting Awards

Hold the Press! The Brandinc PR Podcast Steals the Spotlight!

Guess who’s been making waves in the podcasting universe? That’s right—The Brandinc PR Podcast has been featured on the Black Podcasting Awards’ website and social media channels! This shoutout is a testament to our commitment to amplifying diverse voices and delivering top-tier content that resonates.

From candid conversations with industry trailblazers to deep dives into the latest PR trends, our podcast has been a beacon for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and media enthusiasts alike. Being recognized by the Black Podcasting Awards fuels our passion to keep bringing you the stories that matter.brandincpr.com

A massive thank you to our listeners and supporters—you are the heartbeat of our journey. Haven’t tuned in yet? There’s no better time to start!

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Stay tuned, stay inspired, and let’s keep making magic together!

Brandi Sims Returns as Judge for PRSA Foundation Fellowship in Partnership with AGEAN Public Relations

AUSTIN, TX (April 10, 2025) – Public relations executive and Brandinc PR founder Brandi Sims has once again been selected to serve as a judge for the PRSA Foundation’s highly competitive fellowship program, in collaboration with AGEAN Public Relations. This marks Sims’ third consecutive year participating in the selection process for the $2,500 fellowship award, which supports emerging talent in the field of public relations.

The PRSA Foundation and AGEAN PR fellowship aims to identify and support underrepresented students pursuing careers in strategic communications. As a judge, Sims will join a distinguished panel of professionals tasked with reviewing applicant submissions and selecting a fellow who exemplifies leadership, creativity, and a passion for advancing the industry.

“It’s an incredible honor to continue supporting the next generation of PR professionals through this fellowship,” said Sims. “Programs like these are essential for ensuring a more inclusive and innovative future for our industry. I’m proud to contribute to an initiative that aligns so closely with my personal and professional values.”

With more than a decade of experience in public relations and communications, Sims brings a unique blend of corporate, nonprofit, entertainment, and government expertise to the panel. Through Brandinc PR, she has championed community engagement and equity in media representation, mentoring rising professionals along the way.

In addition to her judging role, Sims is a recognized speaker, advisor, and educator in the field of communications. She currently hosts The Brandinc PR Podcast, where she interviews industry leaders on branding, media, and entrepreneurial growth.

For more information on the PRSA Foundation or the AGEAN Public Relations Fellowship, visit www.prsafoundation.org.

About Brandi Sims
Brandi Sims is the founder of Brandinc PR, a full-service public relations agency specializing in brand visibility and strategic communications for clients in sports, entertainment, and small business. A passionate advocate for diversity in media, Sims serves on national advisory boards and leads initiatives focused on mentorship and leadership development.

Learn more at www.brandincpr.com.

From Coke to Cracker Barrel: Tracy Tilson’s PR Playbook — And How She Created a National Holiday

What does it take to build a PR empire, land household-name clients like Coke and Staples, and then launch a national movement? Tracy Tilson, President & Founder of Tilson PR, knows the answer — and she’s spilling all the secrets on the latest episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast!

With a client roster that reads like a VIP guest list — including Cracker Barrel, The Melting Pot, and Carrabba’s Italian Grill — Tracy has built an impressive career helping brands craft powerful, lasting stories. But that wasn’t enough for this PR powerhouse. Her entrepreneurial spark led to the creation of National Use Your Gift Card Day — an annual, nationwide event that encourages consumers to dig out those forgotten gift cards and put them to good use. The result? A feel-good campaign that’s gained traction and media buzz year after year.

🎧 Why You Need to Tune In

In this episode, Tracy dives into:

How she landed major brands — and kept them coming back.
Her strategies for crafting PR campaigns that stick (and sell).
The story behind National Use Your Gift Card Day — and how she turned an idea into a nationwide movement.
Her top advice for aspiring PR pros and entrepreneurs looking to build their own success story.

🔥 Takeaways You Can’t Miss:

Big-Brand PR Secrets: Learn how to approach clients — from local businesses to national giants — with confidence and creativity.
Entrepreneurial Inspiration: If you’ve got a bold idea, Tracy’s journey from PR maven to national campaign founder will motivate you to make it happen.
Media Magnet Moves: Get actionable tips on how to create campaigns that grab attention and keep it.

Tracy’s journey proves that with the right strategy, creativity, and persistence, you can build a career — and a legacy — that stands out in a crowded PR world.

👉 Ready to dive into Tracy’s story? Listen to the full episode now on The Brandinc PR Podcast — available wherever you get your podcasts!

🎙️ Listen, learn, and get inspired — because your next big idea might just become the next national movement.

New Brandinc PR Podcast Episode: Kelvin Abrams on Embracing Uncomfortable Pivots

Let’s get one thing straight: entrepreneurship isn’t a highlight reel — it’s a rollercoaster, and sometimes the track isn’t even finished yet. 😅

This week on the Brandinc PR Podcast, we’re sitting down with serial entrepreneur, author, and all-around resilience expert Kelvin Abrams to talk about the thing most people avoid like a bad Wi-Fi connection: embracing uncomfortable pivots.

💥 Spoiler alert: Staying stuck isn’t the flex you think it is.

Kelvin doesn’t sugarcoat it — because honestly, who has time for that? He gets real about why the smartest move in business isn’t always to push harder on a failing path — sometimes it’s about making a hard left turn when everything in you screams to stay the course. From financial setbacks to health struggles, Kelvin’s been through it all and lived to build bigger, better businesses because of it.

✨ In this episode, we dive into:

Why getting uncomfortable is a requirement for growth, not a consequence.
How to tell the difference between a tough season and a dead-end road.
The power of community over competition — and how to stop worrying about what everyone else is doing.
Why mentorship isn’t optional if you want to skip the rookie mistakes (and the broken bank accounts).

💡 One of our favorite Kelvin gems:
“If the path isn’t working, stop forcing it. Pivot. Yeah, it’s uncomfortable — but so is staying stuck.”

👉 Ready to stop playing it safe and start making moves — even the messy, awkward ones?

🎧 Listen to the full episode now: [Link to episode]

And if you love it (we know you will), share it with the fellow dream-chasers in your life. Let’s build businesses that don’t just survive — they thrive. 🚀

Mastering Crisis Comms with Ryan McCormick — PR Pro & Reputation Fixer

When a PR crisis hits, are you ready to face the fire — or are you scrambling for an extinguisher? 🔥

In this week’s episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, our host Brandi Sims is sitting down with Ryan McCormick, Co-Founder of Goldman McCormick PR and media relations expert who’s repped clients across law, finance, entertainment, and corporate industries. He’s also been featured on ABC, Fox News, CBS, and PR Week — so yeah, he knows his stuff.

Ryan’s breaking down crisis communications like only a pro can, and trust us — you’ll want to take notes.

🎧 What You’ll Learn:

🔥 Anticipating the Worst: Why smart brands don’t wait for crises to happen — they prepare for them before they hit. (Spoiler: “We didn’t see this coming” isn’t an excuse.)

🔥 Honesty & Vulnerability Win: In a crisis, hiding the truth is a fast track to losing trust. Ryan shares how brands can own their mistakes with transparency — and actually come out stronger.

🔥 AI is Cool, But Humanity is Cooler: Yes, AI can help streamline comms, but Ryan reminds us that authenticity is still the secret sauce. People trust people — not bots.

Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:

Whether you’re a PR pro, business owner, or brand builder — this episode is packed with actionable insights to keep your reputation intact when things go sideways.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

👉🏽 Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and tag @BrandincPR — let’s get this crisis comms wisdom out there!