Question person

How long have you worked at Weber Shandwick?

Answer person

I started twenty-five years ago for a company that was eventually acquired by what would become Weber Shandwick. I was the on-site PR manager for the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism. Really, New Jersey Tourism. There’s a lot to do and see!

Question person

In five words or less, how would you describe your Weber Shandwick colleagues?

Answer person

The reason I am here.

Question person

What’s the best thing you’ve ever seen happen inside the Weber Shandwick offices?

Answer person

People from diverse backgrounds collaborating to create something great. Team members who had a rocky first chapter finding their groove and go on to soar. Colleagues supporting each other – in big and small ways – through hard times. Honestly, it’s a great place and I’m reminded of that often.

Question person

If you weren’t working in this industry, what would you want to do?

Answer person

Be a novelist or a screenwriter.

Question person

What’s the best piece of career advice you’ve ever gotten?

Answer person

Lead through the work. It’s one of the many things I learned from our former CEO, Gail.

Question person

Who is someone that inspires you right now?

Answer person

My kids. At 16, my daughter is a force with fierce determination, unwavering conviction and vast interests. At 11, my son is already learning to go deep, get lost and find joys in his passions.

Question person

What’s your favorite way to unwind in your free time?

Answer person

Just spending time with family … which usually involves watching my kids play sports.

Question person

What is your most-used app on your phone?

Answer person

GPS. I have zero sense of direction. Zero. The prevalence of the GPS has changed my life.

“It’s all about delivering great work for our clients and recruiting, supporting and nurturing great talent to help us get there.”

Joy Farber Kolo

Chief Innovation & Integration Officer

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