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“The power of the pivot and the power of prayer I was leaning on that,” says Darlene Hill

Larvetta Loftin Season 7 Episode 85

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Episode 85:


Guest Name: Darlene Hill


Guest Business: Rise Strategy Group 


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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Black Businesses Matter, I speak with Darlene Hill who serves as the  Executive Vice President of Communications at Rise Strategy Group, a public strategy firm. Darlene reflects on her extensive career journey before joining Rise Strategy Group, starting with her move to Chicago where she spent 25 years at FOX 32 as a reporter and anchor. She shares stories from her time in journalism, highlighting some of her most memorable and defining moments, and discusses the weight of reporting and the significance of empathy in her work. Darlene concluded her television career as an evening anchor at NBC4 in Columbus, Ohio.


With her transition from reporting, Darlene brings a wealth of experience in media relations, content creation, and storytelling. These skills led her to Rise Strategy Group, where she now specializes in media relations, reputation management, and community engagement. 


If you want to learn more about the process of becoming a reporter this is the episode for you! 


IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT

  1. What was Darlene’s reporting journey?
  2. What were some of Darlene’s most impactful interviews?  
  3. What prompted her transition out of reporting?
  4. Why she transitioned to Rise Strategy Group
  5. What brings Darlene joy?
  6. Why do black businesses matter?

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To connect with Darlene Hill 

Visit the website:https://www.risestrategygroup.com/about

Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darlene-hill-4224ab2b

Connect with her on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/darlenehill_rise/?hl=en


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