Olmstead Williams Communications

07/02/2025

Big win for iQLA! OWC landed a 23ABC Bakersfield feature on Class of 2025 valedictorian Kaitlyn, sharing how online school helped her graduate early and at the top of her class. See the full story:

A Rosamond teen has taken home schooling to remarkable heights, graduating a year early with college credits and earning the title of valedictorian at iQ Academy of Los Angeles. Kaitlyn Huffman, 17, credits several key factors for her academic success, with time management topping the list. “Defin...

07/01/2025

Reputation can change overnight. One lawsuit or viral video can flood Google with misinformation and shape public perception fast.

That’s why we built a risk assessment tool to identify threats early. When something surfaces, we activate a plan to protect your brand across every communication channel.

06/30/2025

OWC lands coverage by connecting the right story to the right reporter at the right time. Our media relationships, timing, and strategy drive real results and coverage that support our clients’ business goals and build lasting visibility. See what we’ve made happen: https://bit.ly/3riLBWB

06/27/2025

KCBS San Francisco recently interviewed Norah, a student from California Virtual Academies (CAVA). She shares her experience with virtual learning and highlights her upcoming trip to Orlando to compete in the National History and Science Bee.

Ten-year-old Norah from Newark, California, proves that learning has no limits. As a California Virtual Academies (CAVA) student, she has transformed her love for science and history into a global academic adventure. Norah recently traveled to Puerto Rico, where she earned silver and bronze medals a...

06/26/2025

Amanda Gourbault, Chief Revenue Officer of CompoSecure, was featured in BW Businessworld, highlighting the growing traction of across the APAC region, particularly in markets such as India.

As the payments industry undergoes digital transformation, one unexpected physical product is redefining prestige and consumer expectations, the metal payment card. In this exclusive interview with BW Businessworld’s Senior Editor Ruhail Amin, Amanda Gourbault, Chief Revenue Officer at CompoSecure...

06/25/2025

From Nieman Journalism Lab: According to RISJ’s 2025 Digital News Report, overtakes TV as Americans’ top news source for the first time.

Plus: The pivot to video is really happening, digital subscriptions may have peaked, and other findings from RISJ's 2025 Digital News Report.

06/24/2025

ICYMI: Coco Brown, Founder and CEO of Athena Alliance, spoke with to break down the gender gap in corporate governance, why only 1% of VC funding goes to women, and what it really takes to land a board seat today.

Coco Brown is the Founder and CEO of Athena Alliance and a driving force in advancing women to the highest levels of corporate leadership. On the latest episode of Talk PR, Brown breaks down the gender gap in corporate governance, why only 1% of VC funding goes to women, and what it really takes to....

06/23/2025

From Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)'s Strategies and Tactics, here are 5 ways cyber crisis communications are different. https://bit.ly/44crN6B

Here’s how cyber crisis communications differ, and what you can do to navigate these unique challenges:

06/20/2025

OWC secured a segment on ABC7 for California Virtual Academies spotlighting 12-year-old Abijah, one of just five students nationwide advancing to the final round of the 2025 K12 National Cook-Off. Representing CAVA, Abijah will compete in a timed cooking challenge where each finalist draws a mystery ingredient. Watch the full story:

Abijah Levy Minor is a sixth grader at California Virtual Academies, and he’s been in the kitchen since he was a little boy. “I enjoy making people happy with my meals, and I also like to have fun in the process of cooking,” said the 12-year-old, whose mom said his passion was noticeable at a....

06/19/2025

Today we celebrate and the power that comes with freedom and equality.

06/18/2025

This month’s features Kate Pletcher, founder and CEO of Treehouse Partners, an executive search firm shaping the future of leadership in LA’s tech scene. From AI adoption to launching companies during a recession, she shares what execs need to know and how to prep for what’s next. https://bit.ly/4na7oYs

06/17/2025

Effective builds message clarity, composure under pressure, and the ability to pivot without losing credibility.
Instead of relying on a script, strong spokespeople stay focused on key points and respond with confidence, even when conversations go off track.

A key part of that preparation is developing a Single Overriding Communication Objective (SOCO): a concise statement defining the one message the audience should remember. Identifying the issue, understanding the target audience, and determining the desired outcome allows spokespeople to stay grounded and intentional, no matter where the interview goes.

The OWC Business Accelerator Process A proven 4-step process that LEADs to business growth. Step 1. Learn Each new client engagement starts with a half-day R&D session. Reputation risk assessment SOCOs (Single Overriding Communications Objectives) development Interview control and preparedness On-ca...