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Valerie Fields: Despite obstacles, she puts everything on the line to create and run her own public relations firm
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After getting degrees in communications and multiple graduate degrees in theology, Valerie Fields just knew she was going to be a successful public relations professional. But after a great start working in public relations for Disney, she found herself sending out 75 resumes with no response. She even changed her name on her resume to "V.K." because she thought being a woman might be an obstacle to employment. Eventually, Valerie decided to strike out on her own. It was a struggle. There were times she thought she might have to shut her doors like after 9/11 when the work dried up, but she persevered along with her dedicated staff. A 2009 trip to Uganda opened Valerie's eyes to what she says are “real world problems” like extreme poverty. It changed her outlook on life. She realized that a lot of what we worry about is trivial. Valerie pays her knowledge forward by teaching at her alma mater. Her enthusiasm and positivity are infectious. You will delight in her beautiful, calm demeanor, and profound wisdom.
To learn more about Valerie:
Valerie Fields | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
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