Uploaded December 2022 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
Our new series of Value Talks kickstarts with a discussion on diversity and inclusion in the field of public relations (PR)
Host Tim Ogu is joined by industry guests Kamiqua Lake (Coldr, UK Black Comms Network), Mohammad Qazalbash (Live Nation Entertainment) and Rachel Allison (Axe & Saw) to discuss why representation matters, how to find your niche, and the importance of driving positive change.
Chapters:
00:00 Episode introduction
01:30 Speakers introductions
02:25 How diverse is the PR industry?
07:30 Representation and recruitment
17:45 Motivation and expectations
27:40 Building connections
37:15 Proudest achievement
45:00 Advice for your university self
50:15 Conclusion
About the speakers:
Kamiqua Lake is founder and CEO of Coldr, a strategic communications and D&I consultancy, and Managing Director of the UK Black Comms Network, which she founded in 2020. Kamiqua graduated from London College of Fashion, UAL. Coldr: https://coldr.london UK Black Comms Network: blackcommsnetwork.co.uk
Mohammad Qazalbash is Head of Concert Publicity at Live Nation Entertainment, and was named as one of PR Week’s prestigious ‘30 Under 30’ in 2022. He graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moqazalbash
Rachel Allison is founder of Axe & Saw, an agency which encompasses strategy, inclusive marketing and PR to deliver purpose-driven communications. Rachel graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. Axe & Saw: axeandsaw.co.uk
Tim Ogu is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication. Website: timothyogu.com
Listen:
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/value-talks/id1659691175
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0RTBMcYUXKSGHaejsbsXJD
Production credits:
Shot and edited by Grey Moth: grey-moth.com
About Value Talks:
London College of Communication’s Value Talks series brings together figures from across the creative industries to share their thoughts around contemporary issues and the importance of creativity.
Disclaimer:
While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this film are the views of the individuals featured.
Our new series of Value Talks kickstarts with a discussion on diversity and inclusion in the field of public relations (PR)
Host Tim Ogu is joined by industry guests Kamiqua Lake (Coldr, UK Black Comms Network), Mohammad Qazalbash (Live Nation Entertainment) and Rachel Allison (Axe & Saw) to discuss why representation matters, how to find your niche, and the importance of driving positive change.
Chapters:
00:00 Episode introduction
01:30 Speakers introductions
02:25 How diverse is the PR industry?
07:30 Representation and recruitment
17:45 Motivation and expectations
27:40 Building connections
37:15 Proudest achievement
45:00 Advice for your university self
50:15 Conclusion
About the speakers:
Kamiqua Lake is founder and CEO of Coldr, a strategic communications and D&I consultancy, and Managing Director of the UK Black Comms Network, which she founded in 2020. Kamiqua graduated from London College of Fashion, UAL. Coldr: https://coldr.london UK Black Comms Network: blackcommsnetwork.co.uk
Mohammad Qazalbash is Head of Concert Publicity at Live Nation Entertainment, and was named as one of PR Week’s prestigious ‘30 Under 30’ in 2022. He graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moqazalbash
Rachel Allison is founder of Axe & Saw, an agency which encompasses strategy, inclusive marketing and PR to deliver purpose-driven communications. Rachel graduated from BA (Hons) Public Relations at London College of Communication. Axe & Saw: axeandsaw.co.uk
Tim Ogu is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication. Website: timothyogu.com
Listen:
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/value-talks/id1659691175
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0RTBMcYUXKSGHaejsbsXJD
Production credits:
Shot and edited by Grey Moth: grey-moth.com
About Value Talks:
London College of Communication’s Value Talks series brings together figures from across the creative industries to share their thoughts around contemporary issues and the importance of creativity.
Disclaimer:
While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this film are the views of the individuals featured.
