In this episode, host Farzana Baduel sits down with trailblazing PR consultant and advocate Ishtar Schneider, whose career spans continents, industries, and pioneering initiatives. Ishtar shares her journey from an ambitious intern at Edelman Australia to an established leader in public relations, with expertise in healthcare and a deep commitment to mental health, gender equity, and diversity. Now a global health PR consultant, Ishtar has championed purpose-driven projects, including Mars Petcare’s campaign to make Australia more pet-friendly, and has developed Australia’s first-ever online Certificate in Healthcare PR.Through dynamic storytelling and practical insights, Ishtar reflects on her global perspective in PR, her ongoing work to support women in the industry, and her role as Chair of the PRCA Equity Inclusion Advisory Board. Additionally, she has served as Co-Chair of PRCA Health Group and is a decorated leader recognised by the PRCA, Aspen Rising Leaders, and others. From PRWeek’s Health & Pharma accolades to B&T’s 30 Under 30, Ishtar’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and impactful change. This episode is for listeners who aspire to build inclusive, globally-minded PR careers that empower both clients and communities.
Join Farzana and Ishtar for a conversation that is as insightful as it is inspiring, exploring what it means to lead with purpose in today’s PR landscape.
Connect with Ishtar Schneider:
LinkedIn: Ishtar Schneider
Twitter: @ishtar413
Follow Farzana on Social Media:
Twitter & Instagram: @FarzanaBaduelExecutive
Producer: David Olajide - david@curzonpr.com
Podcast Manager and Editor: Ikechukwu Mgbenwelu - ike.mgbenwelu@prca.org.ukDisclaimer:
Views expressed by the guest are their own and not necessarily endorsed by the Fuse podcast.
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