Spotlighting Huge Brands Making Huge Moves with Jennifer Leigh Parker
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IN THIS EPISODE...
Business journalism is a cornerstone of our daily lives, shaping the companies we work for and the ones we choose to support as consumers. It serves as a vital mechanism for upholding corporate accountability, shedding light on areas where it may be lacking, and empowering individuals with the knowledge needed to make informed economic decisions.
Today, we have the pleasure of introducing Jennifer Leigh Parker, an accomplished content strategist with an impressive track record. With extensive experience, Jennifer has held prominent roles such as editor-in-chief at Huge Moves in Brooklyn and Centre magazine at Surface Media in Manhattan. Her outstanding work has been featured in prestigious publications like Forbes, The Week, Bloomberg Pursuits, the Washington Post, Skift, Surface Magazine, Watch Journal, and Saveur Magazine, cementing her reputation as a distinguished voice in the industry.
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ABOUT JENNIFER LEIGH PARKER:
Jennifer Leigh Parker, a distinguished figure in writing and journalism, is renowned for her insightful coverage of the travel business in Forbes. With over a decade of experience in media, Jennifer has garnered numerous accolades for her exceptional storytelling prowess. Her professional journey includes notable roles such as Editor-in-Chief of Huge Moves, where she explored the convergence of design and technology. Also, her bylines grace esteemed publications like Bloomberg, the Washington Post, Skift, Watch Journal, and Saveur Magazine, reflecting her versatility and breadth of expertise.
Moreover, she achieved significant recognition with her debut feature-length screenplay, "The Money Channel," which reached the second round of the 2020 Austin Film Festival Script Competition. This accomplishment came amidst stiff competition, with over 13,175 entries.
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WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:
1. What is business journalism about?
2. What is unique about Business magazine's approach to storytelling?
3. What does creative courage agility entail in journalism?
4. How does AI impact media?
5. How are business journalism and leadership connected?
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FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:
[04:18] From Broadway Dreams to Business Journalism
[20:34] Leading with Fearlessness: The Influential Figures of Kara Swisher and Stephanie Ruhle
[24:46] Signature Segment: Jennifer's LATTOYG Tactics of Choice: Leading with Courageous Agility
[28:48] AI in Media: Leveraging Technology to Elevate Human Storytelling
[31:07] Signature Segment: Jennifer's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Staying True: Leading with Passion and Purpose in Storytelling
[33:24] Signature Segment: Karan's Take
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LINKS FOR JENNIFER LEIGH PARKER:
- Website: jlp.media/
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennifer-leigh-parker/
- Instagram: instagram.com/byjennparker/
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PEOPLE AND RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- The Reynolds Center for Business: businessjournalism.org/
- Seminars for Business Journalists- Wharton: journalists.wharton.upenn.edu/
- Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing (SABEW): sabew.org/
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