Paige Marquardt

Major: Apparel, Merchandising, and Design
Minor/option/emphasis: AMD-Merchandising
Company/Organization: BPCM
Company/Organization website: https://www.bpcm.com
Destination: New York, New York
Timeframe: Summer
Advisor/Coordinator Email: annthye@iastate.edu

Responsibilities

Supported PR team with daily activities; reports and events; Produced press clippings for account executives; Organized the showroom and shipped loan samples to editors and stylists daily; Updated Launch Metrics with showroom items; Aided with event logistics, press previews and press lists.

Accomplishments

Creating a PR and event strategy for the launch of Longchamp's LGP collection, presenting it to the staff at BPCM and getting multiple good remarks on my specific work on influencers for the event.

What advice would you give?

Come into your internship with an open mind and take advantage of every opportunity presented to get a well rounded experience.

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