PRSA-LA Speed Pitch Mixer

Join us for a fun and fast-paced evening where local journalists and PR pros connect, share, and spark stories, all while supporting the next generation of communicators.

PRSA-LA Speed Pitch Mixer
Speed dating meets story pitching. You won’t want to miss it!

Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: ASU California Center, 1111 S. Broadway, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90015

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Speed Pitch Mixer: Connect with local journalist and pitch your story ideas
Want to get your story in front of the media? The Speed Pitch Mixer is your chance to meet face-to-face with local journalists, share your best story ideas, and build lasting media connections.

How it works:
You’ll rotate through a series of short focused meetings with journalists. Each interaction is designed to give you a meaningful opportunity to pitch, ask questions, and learn what makes a story stand out.

When the bell rings, you’ll move on to the next journalist, so come prepared and make every second count!

Confirmed Media Guests:
Gustavo Arellano, Columnist, Los Angeles Times
Jacqueline García, Senior Reporter, CALÓ News
Marques Harper, Deputy Editor, Features, Los Angeles Times
Cora Jackson-Fossett, Managing Editor, Los Angeles Sentinel
Claudia Uballez, Associate Producer, Acceso Total, Telemundo
Erick Galindo, Contributing Editor, LAist
Kristen Muller, Executive Editor, Los Angeles Local News Initiative
Gisselle Palomera, Editor-in-Chief, Los Angeles Blade, CALO News
Mario Perea, Correspondent, Hoy Día, Telemundo

Why attend?
Pitch your ideas directly to journalists
Learn what editors and reporters are looking for
Build relationships that lead to stronger media coverage
Expand your PR network in a single evening

Whether you’re seeking coverage or growing media connections, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Connect in-person with local journalists in a fun and engaging format.

Limited spots are available. Grab your ticket today!

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