SEASON 2 EPISODE 87 HOST: SHEILA GLAVEE GUEST: ANGELA LEWIS Angela Lewis is the founder of ALA Public Relations, a boutique firm focused on amplifying the voices of serviced based leaders who want to share their expertise and transform the lives of others. After publishing four books and managing all of the media outreach on her own, she recognized that many authors and leaders struggled to find the time to share their message. As a result, many people never had the level of impact that they wanted. Angela and the team take’s pride in being the connectors for leaders who value building authentic relationships through meaningful conversations. The team at ALA Public Relations is passionate about making sure each client is matched with media placements that align with their voice. Media training is also provided to help experts develop confidence, clarity and composure during interviews. As a former professional basketball player and championship winning coach who brings a burning desire to win for her clients, the lessons from playing sports such as teamwork, never giving up and assisting others is infused into the culture of ALA Public Relations. She has been recognized globally for her efforts receiving the prestigious Robin Roberts Sports Communication Award, Urban League St. Louis Young Leader in Youth and Education and the US Bank Woman of Distinction Award. She is also a member of the International Women’s Forum Women Athlete Business Network. Angela has a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Communication. She currently lives in Medellin, Colombia.