First Friday

Check out our local Philadelphia highlight interview each month!

First Friday Interview: Joanna Otero-Cruz

This month, we are honored to feature Joanna Otero-Cruz, Executive Director and President of Women Against Abuse. Joanna has dedicated her career to advocating for survivors and families across Philadelphia, leading with empathy, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to ending intimate partner violence. Read as she reflects on her personal journey, the importance of collaboration, […]

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First Friday Interview: Cheryl Colleluori

This month, we are so honored to share with our readers an interview with our client, HEADstrong Foundation President, Cheryl Colleluori. Keep reading to hear Cheryl reflect on her son Nick’s dream, and how that dream has grown into a foundation that provides comfort, care, and hope for families facing cancer. PPRG: Can you take us

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First Friday Interview: Kyle Cuffie-Scott

This month, we had the chance to connect with Kyle Cuffie-Scott, the passionate founder of Darnel’s Cakes in Philadelphia. What started as a cupcake fundraiser in honor of his late cousin has grown into a thriving bakery and café with a powerful mission. From breakfast sandwiches that draw crowds to free HIV testing and advocacy,

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First Friday Blog: NextFab’s Rebecca Ledbetter

This holiday season, Philly PR Girl had the pleasure of speaking with Rebecca Ledbetter, Director of Marketing at the Philadelphia Makerspace, NextFab. As their talented ‘entrepreneurial elves’ work away in the workshop creating one-of-a-kind pieces, NextFab has released its annual holiday gift guide. The guide not only highlights the incredible craftsmanship of their members, but

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First Friday Interview: Danielle Roberson

It’s officially November, Philadelphia, and the holiday season is here! At Philly PR Girl, we’re already thinking about the perfect gifts and party must-haves for you and your loved ones. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Danielle Roberson, owner of the permanent jewelry brand GLDN Rule. Read on to discover how her business is spreading

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First Friday Interview: Dana Donofree

Happy October Philadelphia! In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, we have had the amazing opportunity to interview founder of recovery garment brand AnaOno, Dana Donofree. Read more to learn how Dana’s personal experiences inspired her to create a lingerie brand that not only serves the unique needs of breast cancer survivors but

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First Friday Interview: Thays Golz

Happy September Philadelphia! We are starting off the month by featuring Thays Golz, a soloist ballerina at the Philadelphia Ballet. While having an international background training around the world, Golz found her home in the diverse city of Philadelphia where she embraced the artistic culture and even utilized it to inspire her own art. Read

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First Friday Interview – Robin Cohen

Happy Women’s History Month! March is here, marking the return of our much-awaited First Friday Interview series! And for this special month, we are thrilled to spotlight the incredible Robin Cohen, founder of the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation. As a tireless advocate for women fighting ovarian cancer, Robin embodies strength and compassion. Join us

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First Friday with Traci Connaughton

It is officially the season of Fall and Halloween! With the start of October, we welcome our First Friday Interview. In this month’s interview, we are featuring the Executive Director of Without A Cue Productions, Traci Connaughton. Without A Cue was established in 2002, and since the grand opening of the RED RŪM Theater this past January, their murder

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