I'm Adding A New Niche.

Urgent calls for pitches!!!!

Hey all,

Thinking of all my editors, PR friends and colleagues facing the devastating fires in LA right now. Here are a few resources for anyone in need or able to donate…

• https://www.travelandleisure.com/los-angeles-fires-displaced-residents-find-shelter-airbnb-hotels-8771541

• https://time.com/7205547/los-angeles-wildfires-how-to-help-victims/

• https://launitedway.donorsupport.co/-/XTYLXCHS

• https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/disaster-relief

Please reach out if I can help in any way!

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New Year, New Niche

In 2025, on top of my normal travel and food coverage, I’ll be focusing heavily on Formula 1. I’ll be prioritizing press trips around Formula 1 races (and Africa!) and looking to partner with race/team/event sponsors. So, if any of your clients fall into these categories, please reach out. I’d love to work together!

And please share far and wide with colleagues you may work in Formula 1 or have connections to teams and races.

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Our Next Ask Me Anything!

The first AMA of the year will be Wednesday, February 19th at 10:00 am EST!

These hour-long monthly chats are arguably the most valuable part of this newsletter, so upgrade to a paid membership for seriously helpful sessions. Don’t believe me, read below!

“I just wanted to say a massive thank you for leading the chat today. That was one of the most insightful conversations I’ve had in a while and am really grateful.” - paid subscriber

“Just writing to say how much I enjoyed the AMA yesterday. It was so nice just to connect with other people in the business and get to know you better! I am definitely looking forward to the next one!” - paid subscriber

“Wanted to send over a quick note to say thank you so much for an interesting and productive AMA session last week. This will definitely not be my last time signing on for one of your sessions. What a wonderful opportunity for any PR person. I so appreciated your candor and insights.” - paid subscriber

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Consulting Sessions

Can’t make it to the AMA?!

I offer consulting services to PR professionals as well as travel brands, including hotels, tour companies and travel agents.

Offers include:

• How to best work with top-tier journalists and land clients into dream publications [Single or multi-consult sessions available]

• Easy ways brands can level up the customer experience and programming without spending tons of money [via expert audits and briefs]

• Top-level copywriting and content writing for websites, blogs and social media

“Your insights were incredibly valuable but refreshingly applicable to many of our daily practices. This was one of the most engaging meetings we’ve had, and we’re excited to apply what we’ve learned.” - Private consult

“Thanks so much, Katie! I truly appreciate your time and sharing your insights. So happy we can meet "virtually" face-to-face.” - Private consult

So if you, your colleagues, clients or friends need any of the above, email me at klockhart14 (at) gmail (dot) com.

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Call For Pitches

Please email klockhart14 (at) gmail (dot) com with the subject line YOUR CALL FOR PITCHES.

1. Looking to interview pastry chefs and cooking experts who work with pandan

• Deadline: ASAP!

2. Looking for incredible road trips in Asia

• Think Route 66, Great Ocean Road and NC500-style road trips

• Deadline: ASAP!

3. Looking for F1-related story ideas

• Can be profiles with current and former F1 employees doing interesting things

• Unique sponsor-related content

• Race-related topics and partnerships

• Some examples, here, here and here

• Deadline: Ongoing

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When you share coverage I’ve written on social media, please tag me on: LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter. Don’t forget to connect with me there too!

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Upcoming Travels

February - Vietnam

March - Vietnam & Melbourne (looking to attend the Melbourne Grand Prix!)

April - Vietnam & Laos

If you’d like to meet up or work together while I’m in any of these locations, please send me an email at klockhart14 (at) gmail (dot) com.

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