Diana Soltesz, B.A.

Diana Soltesz is a 25 year public relations professional. She is one of the leading media relations directors and publicists in the public relations/marketing industry and one of the leading “media mavens” in Southern California. With more than 20 years of experience in the agency world, with local boutique, national and international firms, Diana has an unparalleled track record of delivering strategic, results-oriented media relations campaigns in the following categories: corporate, non-profit organizations, business to business, consumer products, technology and retail. Diana has held senior executive positions with PR agencies such as Smith Public Relations, Rowland Company/West on prestigious accounts such as the State of California, Mercedes-Benz, and the Software Toolbox.

Diana also served as an account executive at both Rogers & Associates and Berkhemer & Kline/Golin Harris, Inc. and has been “In-House” marketing and media relations director for both Young & Rubican and J.W. Robinson’s Stores.

Ruth M. Thomas

Ruth Thomas is a seasoned public relations consultant specializing in media relations and has placed client stories in all the national newspapers and wire services, dozens of local newspapers, top business and news magazines, major consumer magazines, and on many radio and television news and talk shows.

In addition to developing story ideas and pitching media, Ruth also works on all aspects of PR program development and implementation – everything from writing press materials, to organizing media tours and press events, providing trade show support and offering strategic counsel.

Some of the clients Ruth has worked with include: Atherotech cholesterol test, Advance PCS pharmacy benefits’ manager, Karl Storz OR1 integrated operating room, PacifiCare Behavioral Health, Sony Screenblast software and online service, Symantec software and LA.com online city guide.

Prior to starting her own consulting business, Ruth worked at two of the nation’s top PR agencies for 11 years. During her seven years with Fleishman-Hillard, Ruth supervised a variety of consumer and technology accounts, including Pioneer Laser Entertainment, Seiko Instruments, ISL sports marketing and Nestlé Chocolate. Previously, Ruth spent two years with Burson-Marsteller in their New York office working on client DuPont Stainmaster carpet.