One year went by and I was still struggling to find an internship. The quest to land a professional opportunity in the communications field as an international student tested my nerves and shook my confidence deeply. Up to this point, leaving my home, entering a shark cage without knowing how to swim, and jumping out […]
Author: Melissa Gomez
The Impact of Masterful Marketing and the Legacy of the ‘85 Chicago Bears
For some, watching the Super Bowl is synonymous with eagerly anticipating these marketing mini-masterpieces, some of which linger in the minds of millions for a lifetime – I’m looking at you, Coca-Cola Polar Bears! Hailing from Illinois, my unwavering loyalty lies with the Chicago Bears, a football team forever etched in the chronicles of NFL […]
Embracing the Unknown
When I came to Avid Core, not only was I starting a new chapter in my life, but I was also at a crossroads. I had just started my first semester of graduate school at American University working towards a masters in a completely different field than either of my undergraduate degrees. I started living […]
Around the Table with Victor Gonzalez
Welcome to Around the Table, a regular series where we talk to fascinating people in our network and share the incredible work they are doing in their community. Pull up a chair and join us for conversation and connection. Name: Victor Gonzalez, Director of the Mica Sonrisas Foundation Company: Mica Sonrisas Foundation Where to Find […]
Around the Table with Max Pastore
Welcome to Around the Table, a regular series where we talk to people in our network and share the incredible work they are doing in their industry. Pull up a chair and join us for conversation and connection. Name: Max Pastore Company: Code Studio Where to Find You: LinkedIn What drew you to the world […]
Striking the Right Tone on Social Media
There is no clear guidebook for how to create social media content in the communications field. This is simultaneously one of the hardest aspects of this career path and one of its best. The lack of a clear guide allows for more individual creativity and expression. But it is not just about finding your own […]
Around the Table with Scott Talan
Welcome to Around the Table, a regular series where we talk to people in our network and share the incredible work they are doing in their industry. In this edition, our summer intern, Ruby Werckman, interviews one of their Communications professors. Pull up a chair and join us for conversation and connection. Name: Scott Talan […]
Ready for My Next Stage
Reflecting on my time at Avid Core, I’ve realized this is one of those experiences that has deeply formed me and prepared me for the next stage of my life. I was provided with an amazing opportunity to produce, create and collaborate on meaningful work in the communications field with a diverse set of clients […]
Celebrating Earth Day With Evergreen
What do celebratory GIFs from The Office, dancing parrot emojis, and a Slack channel have to do with Earth Day? More than you might think! According to the EPA, the world began celebrating Earth Day in 1970 through what started as a grassroot movement. At the time, Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson organized a national demonstration […]
The Importance of Student Voices on National Transit Equity Day
Transit equity may be an issue that you have seen but never put a name to. Whether it is public transportation being isolated from rural communities or inaccessible and unsafe paths to walk or bike, transit inequity surrounds most major cities, towns and communities. National Transit Equity Day is celebrated on February 4th in honor […]