This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Sloan Savage’s #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity® and the pivotal pitching experiences based in research that helped shape her into the diverse communications professional she is today. Now a New York-based director specializing in corporate communications at Forward Global, Sloan has built a stellar career in public relations, managing high-stakes strategic campaigns for a diverse range of international clients. From crafting impactful media relations strategies to navigating complex crisis and reputation management scenarios, Sloan’s expertise lies in helping brands and executives cut through the noise to connect meaningfully with their audiences. With a dual degree in Public Relations and International Studies from the University of Florida, Sloan’s journey serves as an inspiring example of how early mentorship and hands-on experience can lay the foundation for a successful career on the global stage.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Sloan Savage on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Practice and Prepare: Read your pitch aloud and research thoroughly to handle follow-up questions with confidence.
• Be Journalist-Friendly: Show grace to journalists juggling tight deadlines and early hours.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert: Know your field inside-out.
• Pitch with Confidence: Use phone calls to sharpen your communication skills.
• Empower Others: Ask colleagues what skills they want to learn and delegate tasks to support their growth.
• Network Authentically: Connect with journalists on social media, celebrate their wins, and align your pitch with their current story focus.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Sloan Savage to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @sloanysav

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sloan-savage

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast features Greg Horn, a trailblazing entrepreneur and thought leader in the nutrition industry with a remarkable track record of innovation and impact. As former CEO of GNC®, Greg spearheaded the company’s growth to $1.5 billion in revenue and introduced iconic products like Mega Men®. His entrepreneurial foresight also helped launch Celsius®, a brand now valued at more than $20 billion. Beyond his corporate leadership, Greg co-founded Nutrition Capital Network, which has been instrumental in identifying and mentoring early-stage nutrition companies seeking funding to grow and flourish. Currently, Greg is the founder and CEO of Specialty Nutrition Consulting, a trusted advisor for commercializing nutrition innovations, and a Managing Director and Partner at William Hood & Company, focusing on healthy living investments. The bestselling author of “Living Green” and “Living Well”, Greg has championed the health and wellness movement for more than four decades, earning the prestigious NBJ Lifetime Achievement Award.

Key pitching takeaways from Greg Horn on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Never ask for permission: Do what’s necessary for success.
• Lead with your strengths: If you aren’t the oldest, be the smartest.
• Start your day distraction free: Make time for clear, creative thinking.
• Embrace simplicity: Run with the most obvious ideas.
• Shift your pitch focus: Go for delivering value, not securing a "yes."
• Rehearse for Q&A sessions: Anticipate obvious questions post-pitch.
• Ensure a path to profitability: Ask for more funding than needed.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Greg Horn to access Greg’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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X: @LivingWellBook

Instagram: @GregHornLiving

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-horn-living

Website: www.greghorn.com

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” takes you behind the scenes to explore the origins of the podcast and highlights the most unforgettable moments from its first season. Host Amy Summers, founder and president of Pitch Publicity® and INICIVOX®, shares season one’s most insightful, shocking, and hilarious pitching moments with “Pitch Pros” and “Pitch Stars” who know how to harness the power of the pitch to make success happen.

“Pitch Live” Season One Episode Guide:

Episode 1: PitchPro: Kim Kaupe

Episode 2: PitchStar: Victoria Najmy

Episode 3: PitchPro: Peetachai (Neil) Dejkraisak

Episode 4: PitchStar: Afreka Ebanks

Episode 5: PitchPro: Shelley Spector

Episode 6: PitchStar: Taylor Hadden

Episode 7: PitchPro: Akeem Shannon

Episode 8: PitchStar: Jacob McLean

Episode 9: PitchPro: Sansan Fibri

Episode 10: PitchStar: Gillian Stoney

Episode 11: PitchPro: Timothy McLemore

Episode 12: PitchStar: Tiffany McKinnie

Episode 13: PitchPro: Mark Alyn

Episode 14: PitchStar: Ledora Brown

Episode 15: PitchPro: Erica Loewe

Episode 16: PitchStar: Cameryn Junck

Episode 17: PitchPro: Howard Schiffer

Episode 18: PitchStar: Kylie Morgan

Episode 19: PitchPro: Marci Zaroff

Episode 20: PitchStar: LaKendra Tookes

Episode 21: PitchPro: Anthony Zolezzi

Episode 22: PitchStar: Lee Hathaway

Episode 23: PitchPro: Dr. Wendy Walsh

Episode 24: Season One Recap: Amy Summers

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive Season One Recap to access pitching strategies and success stories from “Pitch Pros” and “Pitch Stars” that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Follow and connect with Amy Summers:

Instagram | TikTok | Facebook: @amysummersnyc

X: @PitchAmy

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysummersnyc

Follow and connect with Pitch Publicity #PitchStars

Instagram and LinkedIn @pitchpublicity

Follow and connect with #INICIVOX for #VirtualMentorship

Instagram | Facebook | X | LinkedIn: @INICIVOX

Website: www.INICIVOX.com

Be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a rating or review. Your feedback helps us plan future episodes. As a bonus, join us at www.INICIVOX.com where you can get motivated, hone your communication skills and binge as much mentorship as you want, whenever you need it.