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Hi, if you're reading my profile, the best way to work with me is to offer $60 for a 1 hour consultation call. I will accept. A call will help clarify your publishing goals and give you actionable ways to market your books--the same day we talk. I'll also advise about promotional scams to avoid. I'm at tina koenig dot com. Every client I've talked with comes away with actionable information that helps them move forward with their book publishing project or book promotion. Use the consultation time to "pick my brain" about book publishing or promotion strategies before or after publishing. And check out my book "How to Self-Publish Like A Pro" for sale on Amazon. Right now just .99 on Kindle. When you book a consultation with me, I will send you a free PDF of my book. Your free book includes: - free example book marketing plans - timing for a launch schedule - a list of book review services Following a call, we can work together to publish or promote your book. My book clients have been interviewed/appeared here: WVLT Writer's Block, NBC NEWS, NY Post, Wall Street Journal, CBS, KING5 (Seattle), The Independent (UK), the Montel Williams' show Let's Be Blunt, The Atlantic, Refinery29 (Vice Media), Readers' Digest The Healthy, and others. I pitch to the highest-level contacts, including NPR. I also target specialized segments like business, health/wellness, romance, finance and niche markets like equestrian, and more. If you are an author or publisher, please contract here for the book publishing or promotion consultation phone call. Or make an offer of $99 USD for a 1 hour call. I will accept that offer right away. In return, you will receive time to discuss your writing goals and a marketing plan. You may hire me for additional projects after that based on agreed-upon rates. That way meet each other before working together. And you'll get a realistic idea of what the book publishing and sales landscape looks like. Before our call, please upload your book's PDF, plus a media kit (if you have one), and website links so I can familiarize myself with your work. A quick review is included in the $60 call rate so I can prep before we talk. I've worked with major NYC publishing houses (HarperCollins, Harper Business, Wiley, Llewellyn, Knopf, and small presses) on author promotion and appearances. I help global clients understand the U.S. Market. I've worked with clients in Africa, Australia, England, Finland, Germany, Italy, Malta, Mexico, Norway, South America, and Singapore. When you work with me, you'll get tremendous value because of my experience. If you have a full-time job, I work to promote your book or handle query letter submissions to help you obtain an agent. I'm also able to walk you through a strategic marketing plan that can vary depending on your budget. And you'll get other ideas to generate income. Here's a quick outline of my skill set: - help you find an agent - write query letters - author branding - press kit creation - book publicity - Amazon ad creation - review research - author & book market positioning - author book tours -- signings and booking (the U.S. mostly) - author and business websites - press releases - authors and brands - press release distribution (from top tier services like PR Newswire and Business Wire) - mailing list set-up and list uploading to MailChimp, Constant Contact, and others - formatting recommendations, vendors - work with designers on your book cover - Social media audits (I evaluate and polish your social media author profiles.) - Social media content and calendar planning - Basic business set-up to accept payments - anything else you can't or don't care to do because you work full-time and want a life Here's a bit more detail if you're not sold yet! I have a 360-degree grasp of integrative public relations and marketing for books and major brands. I book authors into libraries, bookstores, and alternative venues throughout the U.S. as well as promote to online, print, radio, and television. I love helping authors, businesses, and non-profits grow followings and sell books and products. I also enjoy creating templates and documents that set standards in business and developing communications plans for others to follow. A typical example would be a brand guidelines document or social media policy for an organization. Over the years, I’ve written hundreds of press releases, corporate communications documents, policy documents, letters, and memos that are clear, concise, and error-free. I've developed content and editorial calendars and managed social media platforms that included Facebook, X, and Instagram for both government and private institutions. Some of the consulting work that I do involves helping authors and businesses decide which website platform to choose. I've built and continue to run several websites, so my consulting is based on a hands-on application of platforms and experience. I'm also an expert-level writer & editor.

I am a PR and social media expert and founder of Elkordy Global Strategies. Over the past 20+ years, I've worked in both journalism and public relations, helping more than 800 startups, growth-stage companies, nonprofits, government agencies, e-commerce brands, books, and thought leaders raise their visibility, build credibility, and grow their brands. What makes Elkordy Global Strategies different is that we're part newsroom, part PR agency. More than half of our team are former journalists, and I still produce a daily national television news show. We understand what reporters, producers, and editors are looking for because we've been on the other side of the pitch. I've worked with Fortune 500 companies, startups, personal brands, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, technology companies, and executives across nearly every industry. Whether you're launching a company, building your personal brand, securing media coverage, navigating a crisis, or positioning yourself as a thought leader, we know how to get your story in front of the right audience. Our clients have been featured in Fox News, CNN, Bloomberg, NewsNation, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo Finance, Business Insider, ABC News, Good Morning America, TODAY, USA Today, The Associated Press, The New York Times, MSNBC, BBC, Sky News, TechCrunch, Mashable, The Hill, CoinDesk, Cointelegraph, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Al Jazeera, CNN Español, CGTN, Voice of America, and hundreds of other national, international, broadcast, print, and digital media outlets. What can we do for you? We're a one-stop PR shop. We help clients with: • Earned media outreach and media relations • Thought leadership and executive positioning • Personal branding and executive visibility • Social media strategy and management • Content creation and content marketing • Podcast production and guest booking • Speaking opportunities and conference placements • Crisis communications and reputation management • Digital media strategy and execution • Product launches and campaign development • Strategic communications planning and messaging Additional credentials include being a TEDx speaker, a City & State 40 Under 40 honoree, and a 2026 recipient of City & State's Unsung Heroes Award. Elkordy Global Strategies was recognized by PRNEWS as one of the Top PR Firms of 2025, and I have been a featured speaker at DC Startup Week multiple times. I hold an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a Master's degree in Communications and Public Relations from Georgetown University, and most recently completed a Master's degree in International Strategy and Diplomacy from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). If you're looking for a team that understands both the media and business sides of communications, we'd love to help!

WARNING: Past performance is not indicative of future results. I cannot guarantee media coverage of your business, organization, or cause. With that said, I’ve arranged media coverage of Taylor Swift’s casket (google it for more info); a restaurant’s $615,000 lawsuit against New York City (also easily found on google); and a barber who moonlights as a salami maker (yep, also on google). Since 2020, I’ve arranged over 200 earned media placements in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe (including two front page stories), the New York Post, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, INSIDER, CNN, MSNBC, New York Magazine, Slate, A/V Club, NBC Nightly News, Fast Company, and dozens of other top-tier publications and outlets. DM me to have a 15 minute conversation about getting PR for your business - or better yet book a 30 minute consultation!

I partner with ambitious startups, financial firms, and growing businesses to create data-driven content strategies that deliver tangible results. My integrated approach combines strategic public relations, media outreach, and content creation to build brand authority and drive conversions. Proven Results: Accelerated client social media growth by 400%+ through strategic content campaigns Secured premium media placements in top-tier business publications Created high-converting content that prioritizes ROI over vanity metrics My comprehensive content solutions span the entire marketing funnel—from long-form thought leadership pieces and SEO-optimized blogs to conversion-focused ad copy and strategic UX writing. I excel at translating complex business concepts into compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences and drive measurable outcomes. Whether you need media coverage in major publications, podcast placement for thought leadership, or content that converts prospects into customers, I deliver strategic solutions that align with your business objectives and accelerate growth.

Senior Graphic Designer | Corporate Communications & Strategic Branding With over 18 years of experience, I am a strategic visual storyteller dedicated to transforming complex information into high-impact, professional narratives. While my background is diverse, I specialize in the architecture of multipage corporate documents, one-pagers, whitepapers, polished reports, proposals, and investment offerings that bridge the gap between sophisticated aesthetics and business objectives. I bring a refined eye to the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector and beyond, where I have spent years perfecting the art of the Offering Memorandum (OM) and Proposal (BOV), and the high-stakes pitch deck. My goal is to ensure every piece of collateral—whether a 50-page annual report or a digital brand identity—is functional, engaging, and meticulously aligned with your brand’s voice. Core Competencies & Design Expertise Corporate & Editorial Layout: Specializing in complex multipage documents including annual reports, capability statements, RFPs, and investment offerings. Real Estate Marketing: Expert-level production of Offering Memoranda (OMs), property brochures, and site plan visualizations. Presentation Design: Developing persuasive, executive-level pitch decks and company presentations. Brand Identity & Systems: Crafting comprehensive visual identities, including logos, typography, and full-scale brand guidelines. Marketing Collateral: Design and production of both print and digital assets, ensuring cross-platform consistency. Data Visualization: Converting intricate data into clean, digestible infographics, charts and tables. Technical Proficiency & Education Design Tools: Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) with progressing skills in Figma. Academic Foundation: BFA in Graphic Design from the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT). I pride myself on being a reliable partner who understands that professional design is an investment in your company’s credibility. I deliver solutions that are not only visually stunning but are strategically built to drive results. Ready to elevate your next corporate project? Let’s collaborate to build something exceptional.

🏆 Expert-Vetted = TOP 1% TALENT on Upwork. RARE OPPORTUNITY to work directly with ONE OF WORLD'S TOP PR & BRAND STORYTELLING EXPERTS with two decades of experience working with ICONIC GLOBAL BRANDS across Beauty, Fashion & Entertainment. 🏆 PRAISE: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What Melissa can do with digital brand storytelling is pure MAGIC.” – CMO of TOPIX BRANDS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Melissa was the best Communications writer the brand had ever had.” – VP Communications, ESTÈE LAUDER ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Melissa is a best-in-class PR strategist and an extremely gifted writer.” – Global CEO, MOROCCANOIL 🏆 MEET MELISSA, YOUR PR & BRAND STORYTELLING VISIONARY: I have 20 years of Global PR & Marketing leadership experience working with the world’s most iconic global brands, including ESTÈE LAUDER, TIFFANY & CO., HERMÈS, SWAROVSKI, WARNER BROS., STARBUCKS, FOX SEARCHLIGHT, as well as multiple A-LIST CELEBRITY brands. I also served as the Head of Global Communications for GUITAR CENTER (the world's largest music retailer) and MOROCCANOIL, leading the prestige beauty brand to its cult sensation status worldwide. Additionally, I have extensive experience leading the brand identity development and Marketing/PR launch strategies of multiple skincare START-UP brands, securing partnerships with leading global retailers, including SEPHORA and ULTA. I have also worked with over 170 countries, demonstrating a profound understanding of the global marketplace. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SERVICES: ⚡ Brand Identity Guidelines – Mission, Values, etc. ⚡ US & Global PR Strategy ⚡ Leadership Positioning & Key Messaging ⚡ LinkedIN Ghostwriting for CEOs/ Founders ⚡ Media Training, Talking Points & Speechwriting for CEO’s, Founders, Celebrities ⚡ Social Media Content Strategy (Meta, TikTok, YouTube, X/Twitter, LinkedIN, etc.) ⚡ Celebrity/ Influencer Ambassador Strategy & Partnership Negotiations ⚡ Crisis Communications ⚡ Press Releases & Media Alerts ⚡ Corporate Social Responsibility/ Philanthropy Strategy ⚡ 360 Web Copy: Bios, Product Sales Copy, Technology Pages, etc. ⚡ Technology & Product Naming