In this episode, Matisse chats with brand photographer Leah Smith about the importance of self-branding, owning your visual brand, and her top tips for a great headshot.Leah, who used to be a corporate HR recruiter, started her business, Leah Smith Branding Photography, following the birth of her daughter. She wanted to show her that she could accomplish anything she set her mind to. When she started her business, she had the desire to make a meaningful impact on other women. Her mission was simple - to empower clients to unleash their inner badass and go after their wildest dreams. Using the power of branding photography, she helps her clients build their confidence while establishing their brand identity. Connect with Leah:Instagram: @LeahSmith.BrandingWebsite: LeahSmithBranding.com Let's connect PR & Lattes:Website: PR & LattesInstagram: @PRAndLattesHost: @MatisseNelisNew episodes every Thursday

In this episode, Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS’ Government Relations and Communications Advisor Paige Hoveling, CRAE, SCMP, about good PR within associations and the importance of advocacy strategies.Paige Hoveling is a senior housing industry advocate and leader. She has experience in creating and executing communications, advocacy, and engagement strategies for internal and external audiences.A connector to her core, she believes that good relationships are the key to successful advocacy and communications. Every connection made is an opportunity to learn more, be better, and exceed expectations.As a mentor, she thrives on connecting with new, talented professionals to provide opportunities to improve skills and build our industry.Connect with Paige:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paige-hovelingInstagram: @LifeWithPugsLearn more about the following:Nova Scotia Association of REALTORSInternational Association of Business Communicators (IABC)IABC Maritime Canada Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS)New episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:Website: PR & LattesInstagram: @PRAndLattesHost: @MatisseNelis

Matisse chats with CULTR Founder and President Ali Ryan about all things social media, including current and upcoming social media trends.Connect with Ali:Web: CultrCreative.coInstagram: @cultrcreative.coNew episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:@PRAndLattes@MatisseNelis

Matisse chats with Pink Palm MarCom's Jennifer Gaskell about how she turned her career experiences and passion into a career and business she loves.Connect with Jennifer by visiting her websites:Pink Palm MarComPink Palm TravelNew episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:@PRAndLattes@MatisseNelis

Matisse celebrates World Social Media Day by chatting with Squarely Accessible founder Kelly Thibodeau about the importance of accessible social media content.New episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:@PRAndLattes@MatisseNelis

Matisse chats with comms extraordinaire Felicia Empey about finding your career truths and building the career you want.New episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:@PRAndLattes@MatisseNelis

In this episode, Matisse sits down with Craft Public Relations' Avery Smith to chat about her journey in public relations as well as the agency's unique initiative, Creative for a Cause, a 24-hour hackathon-style competition that challenges teams of students to put their creative thinking skills to use in support of First Book Canada - and compete to win a grand prize of $5,000.New episodes every ThursdayLet's connect:@PRAndLattes@MatisseNelis

In this quick teaser episode, PR & Lattes host Matisse Hamel-Nelis chats about what inspired her to create the podcast.