Speakers

Chris Adams is the Manager of Fan Development for the Philadelphia 76ers. In this role, he helps engage youth fans and creates opportunities for kids within the game of basketball. Since he started with the 76ers, Chris has positively impacted over 75,000 children in the Philadelphia, Camden and Delaware communities. Before his time at the 76ers, Chris served as an In-Arena Host for the Delaware Blue Coats. Chris is an alumnus of Rutgers University - New Brunswick and graduated with a bachelor's degree in communications and Africana studies.

Lauren Bullock, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at Temple University, where she directs the B.A. in Sports Media program and teaches courses on leadership, civic engagement, and media. With over 15 years of experience in leadership and athletics education, she previously led student programs at Temple’s Division of Student Affairs. Lauren has a strong background in sports leadership, holding degrees from Temple and Florida State University, with experience in sports media at Disney, Florida State, and the University of Texas. Her research focuses on leadership communication and she hosts The Leadership Educator Podcast. She also holds multiple certifications.

Alicia Caracciolo is the PRSSA 2024-2025 National Vice President of Events and Fundraising, where she advises PRSSA Chapters and members on anything related to events, fundraising, and sponsorship while working with District Conference hosts from the recruitment process until event completion. Alicia is a junior studying public relations at the University of South Carolina. Outside of PRSSA, she is a social media assistant to the Honors College communications team, a freelance photojournalist and sportswriter. She recently worked with ESPN College GameDay, ESPN Productions and the College Football Playoff via the Atlanta Football Host Committee. Additionally, Alicia's work was awarded 1st place for ACP Multimedia Story of the year.

Andy Carl is the Executive Director of the TUFF Fund. In his role, he works with Temple University athletes to utilize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) to participate in branding opportunities through charitable initiatives in and around the greater Philadelphia area. Andy is a two-time Temple University graduate, completing both his undergraduate (2007) and master's (2010) degrees from the School of Sport, Tourism, and Hospitality Management

Jeanie Davey is a Senior Communications Specialist at NRG Energy, Inc. In her role, she provides expert PR counsel to internal clients, develops proactive communication plans, and serves as a media spokesperson. Jeanie also supports NRG's community, marketing, and sales teams for NRG's partnerships - including notable sports teams. She is a 2017 alumnus of Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication, where she received her bachelor's degree in Strategic Communication. During her time at Temple, Jeanie was involved in Temple's PRSSA chapter, The Temple News, TUTV, Campus Recreation and other organizations.

Kate Kizitaff is now in her fourth season with the Flyers organization since joining Comcast Spectacor in May 2021. Over her tenure on the communications team, she has served in a range of positions before becoming Manager of Team Publicity for the Flyers in June 2024. In her current role, Kizitaff leads publicity efforts for the Flyers with a focus on off-ice team news, community relations programs and Flyers Charities and Flyers Alumni initiatives. Prior to joining hockey communications, Kizitaff played an instrumental role in managing media relations and executing successful communications campaigns for Wells Fargo Center, Flyers business initiatives and the Philadelphia Wings. A native of Sewell, N.J., Kate earned a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from Temple University in 2020.

Mia Nardone is currenlty a Development Strategist, Special Events & Operations for Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education. She enjoys knowing she can make a difference in the lives of others every day is validation that this is the industry she belong's in. Upon graduating from Rowan University in 2018 with degrees in Public Relations and Advertising, where she was a member of the Anthony J. Fulginiti PRSSA Chapter. Previously as the Administrative Department Coordinator in Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, she assisted students with putting their best foot forward by providing them with essential tools for achieving dreams of their own. In addition to her full-time role at Temple, Mia also pursued a Master of Science in Sport Business from Temple’s School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management, all while working part-time for the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Phillies & Live Nation, and interning with LEARFIELD (Temple Sports Properties).

Anthony Nelson is a Senior National Accounts Director at the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau. At the Philadelphia CVB, Anthony is responsible for producing convention, meeting and event bookings out of the Sports market. Along with this responsibility he also produces convention bookings from associations and corporations. Anthony has been actively involved in the successful bid processes which have brought NCAA championships to Philadelphia. This includes the Division I Women’s Basketball Regional Championships and Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Championships. Additionally, he has worked to bring large scale youth volleyball tournaments including USA Volleyball and the annual Northeast Qualifiers tournament to the city of Philadelphia. Anthony is a two-time graduate of Temple University with a BS in Tourism and Hospitality Management and an MBA in International Business.

Shane Ramsey is a Communications Coordinator at the Philadelphia Eagles. In this role, he creates and manages content across various platforms, including social media, and supports the team's overall communication strategy. Shane received his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland in 2021 and majored in Communications. He continued his education at the University of Florida, earning his master's degree in Communication. Shane started with the Eagles as a Football Communications Associate in May 2023 and transitioned to his current position last March.

Miyah Sizer serves as a Social Media Coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles. She first arrived at the Flock in July 2023, as Seasonal Social Media Associate and transitioned to her current position in March 2024. Prior to the Eagles, Miyah was a Social Media Intern for the Buffalo Bills. Miyah’s first sports social media gig started at the Rochester Hot Wings, as a Social Media and Marketing Intern. During this time, she became a 2022 alumnus of Nazareth University and graduated with a degree in Business Management, while playing on their women’s basketball team. 

Claire Smith is the founding executive director of Claire Smith Center for Sports Media at Temple University. She is also an assistant professor of practice in Temple’s Klein College of Media and Communication. Smith is the first female to have a full-time Major League beat. Smith traveled the world covering baseball, with assignments as wide-ranging as labor negotiations in The Oval Office to witnessing the first-ever Major League games played in Europe and Puerto Rico. The veteran reporter’s achievements were recognized by her peers when she voted the 2017 recipient of The Baseball Writers Association’s  Career Excellence Award; the first woman and fourth African American to be so honored. Smith has also been recognized for her pioneering efforts and career milestones by her alma mater as well as The Association for Women in Sports Media, The National Association of Black Journalists, The Jackie Robinson Foundation, The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and The Josh Gibson Foundation. She is also the recipient of the Associated Press Sports Editors’  Red Smith Award, considered the highest honor in sports journalism.

Lauren Templin was hired as an Associate Director of Athletic Communications for The University of Pennsylvania. In this position, she serves as the primary contact for men’s soccer, wrestling, women's lacrosse and several other Quaker varsity athletic programs. Lauren arrived at University City following a year as an assistant director at Colgate University, where she served as the first female primary football contact in Colgate history. She also covered women's basketball, softball, and swimming and diving during her time with the Raiders. Prior to Colgate, Lauren had a stint as a graduate assistant at East Tennessee State University, where she covered women’s basketball, men’s soccer, and women’s golf. Lauren graduated from Niagara University in 2021 with a degree in Sport Management.