Episode 2: From Tech Recruiter to PR - Building a New Career Path with Laura Craddick
Episode Overview:
Laura's career has been full of many unexpected twists, turns, and challenges. PR has been the common thread through her entire career, and she has worked in other areas as well.
She is a journalism major turned tech recruiter, career coach, marketer, internet security entrepreneur, and now pr firm owner. Her story is one that will keep you engaged and inspire you to make the most of any challenges that come your way. She is a great example of using your skills and resources to create new opportunities no matter the situation.
Laura’s Bio:
As founder of Craddick PR, Laura Craddick has nearly 20 years in public relations, event management, and marketing experience. Starting her career in high-tech public relations, she has also worked with several non-profits and currently focuses on beauty, fashion, interior design, and fitness. Craddick also has international experience managing firms and campaigns within Europe and Asia. Craddick believes in giving back, and ten percent of all profits from Craddick Public Relations go towards charity.
Craddick also spent her early years in high-tech recruiting before transitioning full time into public relations at various high-tech firms. Craddick PR was founded in 2015 after a seven year at-home hiatus as Craddick had children and focused on raising her family. Prior to the break, she worked for seven years as PR Manager for TippingPoint, which sold to 3Com, which sold to Hewlett-Packard.