32: Presidential Whisperer: Michael Kempner on growing his PR firm to 300+ people

Episode notes

Meet Michael Kempner, the mastermind behind MIKEWORLDWIDE. His is a story a narrative woven with tenacity and transformation moving from a solo operation to spearheading a leading independent PR firm, where embracing past hurdles has been integral to the company's monumental growth. This episode peels back the layers on how valuing human capital has been pivotal to MWW's success, revealing that nurturing talent is just as crucial as attracting it. We discuss the importance of brand perception to consulting firms as well as learning from the journey of Michael in growing his own firm to over 300 people. We explore some innovative strategies his firm employs, juggling AI and predictive analytics with human decision-making. Join us for this exploration of reputation, trust, and leadership - and how these pillars can chart a course to success in the competitive realm of PR. Send us Fan Mail Prof. Joe O'Mahoney helps boutique consultancies scale and exit. Follow Joe on LinkedIn: Follow Joe on Twitter: Visit Joe’s Website:

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