The Mekky team was proud to support the U.S. debut of Red Bull Wake The City in Milwaukee this past Labor Day Weekend! 🏄♂️ With 12,000 spectators at Henry Maier Festival Park, the world’s top wakeboarders put on a jaw-dropping show, pushing the limits with their epic doubles format. Huge congrats to all the athletes for their mind-blowing performances and to Red Bull for bringing the excitement to Lake Michigan’s shores! 🌊 #RedBullWakeTheCity #Wakeboarding #MekkyMedia #ChicagoPR #MediaRelations #PublicRelations Michelle Mekky
Mekky Media Relations, Inc.
Public Relations and Communications Services
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Über uns
Mekky Media Relations is a boutique public relations agency providing expert guidance in publicity and communications strategies based on trusted experience, innovative ideas and personalized attention. The company is founded and led by Michelle Mekky, a media and PR veteran with 25 years' experience both as a broadcast journalist and PR executive. She has led award-winning marketing and PR campaigns for some of the nation’s biggest brands and diverse businesses, from start-ups to global powerhouses. She has assembled a team of PR and communications pros who will formulate a specialized and tailored approach to bring exposure to your brand or product. Mekky Media's culture is based on drive and determination to achieve results for clients using creativity, authenticity and an extensive network of media and influencer contacts. Reach out to us at [email protected].
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http://www.mekkymedia.com/
External link for Mekky Media Relations, Inc.
- Industrie
- Public Relations and Communications Services
- Größe des Unternehmens
- 2-10 Mitarbeiter
- Hauptsitz
- Chicago, Illinois
- Typ
- Self-Owned
- Gegründet
- 2016
- Spezialitäten
- Public Relations Strategy, Publicity Campaigns, Digital and Social Media Strategy and Execution, Event Promotion, Crisis Communications, Key Messaging, Media Training, Branding, Copywriting, and Design
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Primäre
320 W Ohio St
Suite 3W
Chicago, Illinois 60654, US
Employees at Mekky Media Relations, Inc.
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Michelle Mekky
U.S. Chamber Small Business Council Member🔹PRSA Chicago Professional of the Year 🔹 Mekky Media Founder & CEO 🔹Media Public Speaker & Trainer 🔹…
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David Viggiano
Media Relations/PR Specialist; Freelance Journalist; On-Camera Spokesperson; Actor; Writer
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Sheryl Bass, M.A., M.S.W.
Children's Book Author/Publicist/Public Relations Professional
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Carleigh Rinefierd
Vice President at Mekky Media Relations, Inc.
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September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re proud to support the fight against this disease! Our CEO and Founder, Michelle Mekky, an ovarian cancer survivor, will be featured in a panel discussion hosted by The Honorable Tina Brozman Foundation for Ovarian Cancer Research (Tina's Wish) Chicago on Monday, November 18th at 5:30 p.m. at Kirkland & Ellis, 333 Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654. The evening will start with cocktails and mingling, followed by an impactful panel discussion on the significance of education and awareness. All proceeds will support the advancement of early detection and prevention of ovarian cancer. Let’s make a difference together. 💙 Tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/gHxfj4qe #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth #ChicagoPR #MekkyMedia #MediaRelations
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Recapping some of our top media hits this month, read more below! 🔹 Savannah Guthrie and Peter Alexander sampled Giordano's - Famous Stuffed Pizza's iconic deep dish pizza on the Today Show post-DNC! 🔹 World champion wakeboarder, Massi Piffaretti, previewed the U.S. debut of Red Bull Wake The City on FOX6 Milwaukee, WITI-TV WakeUp, highlighting the big event in Milwaukee tomorrow featuring 36 top wakeboarders. Admission is free! 🔹 The impact of the American Library Association Libraries Transforming Communities grant funding at Puskarich Public Library's in Ohio was showcased by its community paper, The Times Leader. 🔹 Mike Nellis of Authentic was featured in a Fox News Media article about how masculinity is on the ballot -- sharing that "true masculinity is about caring for others and building strong communities, not clinging to hollow machismo." 🔹 The Labor Tribune highlighted ABOC's rich history as Chicago's oldest union bank while emphasizing its commitment to unions through tailored services like Union Protect. 🔹 George Street Photo & Video's Nicole Ettenhofer was featured in The Knot, where she provided guidance on payment schedules for wedding vendors. #MekkyMedia #MediaRelations #PublicRelations #ChicagoPR Michelle Mekky
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Recapping some of our top media hits this month, read more below! 🔹Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shares all the details on the upcoming US debut of Red Bull's Wake The City taking place on August 31 at Henry Maier Festival Park in Milwaukee 🔹Resident Abt Electronics technologist Carl Prouty provided expert commentary for an article published by The Spruce on outdoor projectors 🔹George Street Photo & Video's VP, Nicole Ettenhofer was quoted in a Brides article about how to perfectly hold your wedding bouquet in photos 🔹Chef Soo Kyo Ahn of Adalina Chicago shared his journey on Top Chef 👨🍳 and the challenges he overcame in an interview with Salon. 🔹The San Francisco Examiner published an op-ed by Nicokick on how companies selling nicotine products can avoid the same missteps by companies that sell vape products. #MekkyMedia #MediaRelations #PublicRelations Michelle Mekky
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We are thrilled to announce one of our newest clients, Mike Nellis, founder and CEO of Authentic, an award-winning digital marketing agency known for its impactful campaigns for political fundraising and nonprofits! In just one week of proactive media relations, our team has gotten Mike in front of local and national media by leveraging his expertise in the political arena and background as VP Harris’ former senior advisor. To-date, our team has secured 18 media hits, including features with The Hill, News Nation, WBBM | CBS Chicago and more -- totaling over 220 million earned media impressions. #mekkymedia #publicrelations #mediarelations Michelle Mekky
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🌟Intern Spotlight 🌟 We’re shining a spotlight on our amazing interns for the summer: Kathryn Stein and Mia Castro! 📺 Kathryn is a rising junior at the University of Miami, majoring in public relations, broadcast journalism and marketing. She’s an executive producer for UM’s award-winning TV channel, UMTV and a key player in the President’s 100 ambassador program. Kathryn is also a representative of the Dean’s Student Circle and enjoys being part of the Women’s Club Ice Hockey Team. Growing up in Wilton, CT, she now loves attending country concerts, working at The Pompano and spending time with friends, family and her two dogs. 🏀 Mia is a rising senior at Indiana University, pursuing a degree in public relations with minors in sports management and marketing. She’s actively involved in PRSSA, intramural basketball and soccer, the Retail Studies Organization, and Gamma Phi Beta. Mia grew up in Elgin, IL, a Northwest Chicago suburb, and has always considered Chicago a second home. She’s passionate about how sports bring people together and enjoys reading, music and exploring new adventures in her free time. Thank you, Kathryn and Mia, for your lovely contributions to MMR to date - we’re lucky to have you both on the team! #mekkymedia #publicrelations #chicagopr #mediarelations #internspotlight
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HOT OFF THE PRESS: Amalgamated Bank of Chicago is now ABOC 🚨 Crain's Chicago Business broke the news about the rebrand, marking a new chapter of growth beyond the 102-year-old bank’s strong Chicago roots. ABOC President and COO Nick Weaver shared with reporter Mark Weinraub the reason behind the rebrand as well as growth and expansion plans. Read more here! https://lnkd.in/gJq5z5Ab #NewABOC #BankWithABOC #ABOCUnionProtect #BankingReimagined #UnionBanking #MekkyMedia #MediaRelations #PublicRelations #ChicagoPR Michelle Mekky
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🌟Congratulations to our very own account executive, Hallie Long, for being recognized as one of The PR Net’s MarComms Industry Rising Stars! ✨ What a well-deserved recognition! Your dedication, creativity and hard work continue to inspire us all here at Mekky Media. We are truly privileged to have you on our team, and it’s been incredible to witness your growth in your career! We can’t wait to see what the future holds! 🎉 Click here to read more! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gu_HPXU4 #MekkyMedia #MediaRelations #PublicRelations #RisingStar Michelle Mekky
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Recapping some of our top media hits this month, read more below! 🔹American Library Association president Emily Drabinski was recently featured in LGBTQ Nation, where she shared highlights of her presidency -- including battling record-high book bans and heightened efforts to defund libraries -- while also underscoring the importance of enhancing access to books, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes. 🔹 Fox 32 Chicago recently visited Pirates' Cove, a family-friendly destination located within the northwest suburbs and part of Meet Chicago Northwest. 🔹 Food & Wine included Giordano's - Famous Stuffed Pizza CEO Yorgos Koutsogiorgas in a piece about how restaurateurs are navigating the current restaurant & hospitality landscape. 🔹 In honor of Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, Travis Trumitch of AgeOptions shares tips to avoid medical scam operations with NBC Chicago. 🔹 LA Weekly published a byline from Nicokick on how nicotine products (including pouches) can be designed to meet the needs of adult users seeking an alternative while also not enticing young users. #MediaRelations #MekkyMedia #PublicRelations Michelle Mekky
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🌟Feature Alert🌟 Ragan Communications and PR Daily recently featured Michelle in their “How I Got Here” interview series! In the piece, Michelle shares her dynamic career journey, starting from her roots in broadcast journalism to founding Mekky Media. Her story is a testament to resilience, innovation and the power of meaningful connections in the PR industry. Click here to learn more! 💙 https://lnkd.in/eTkFRBFn #MekkyMedia #PublicRelations #MediaRelations