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Proof-of-PR

Proof-of-PR

By: Kelley Weaver CEO of Melrose PR and Founder of Bitwire
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Welcome to Proof-of-PR: Your passport to the world of public relations for teams building onchain. I’m your host, Kelley Weaver, CEO of Melrose PR, a leading provider of crypto communications and PR strategy, and Founder of Bitwire, the modern newswire reimagined for today’s comms professionals. Get ready for an inside look into the future of finance, technology, and entrepreneurship from those driving innovation in the crypto space. Join us as we learn how they generate headlines, cut through the noise and grow their brand awareness through media placements, press mentions and thought leadership. These are the stories behind their success. This --- is Proof-of-PR.Proof-of-PR 2025 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Season 3 Episode 5 - Elizabeth Olson, Former Head of Marketing - Bitcoin at Magic Eden
    Jul 17 2025

    On this episode of Proof-of-PR, Elizabeth Olson, former Head of Marketing for Bitcoin at Magic Eden, joins Co-host Kelley Weaver to discuss her journey into the Bitcoin space and how others can get their career started in Bitcoin as well.

    Elizabeth covers topics such as brand building in Bitcoin, the marketing challenges nobody notices, the importance of AI optimization in search, her favorite type of Bitcoin events and much more!

    To stay up-to-date on upcoming guests and news by following us on Twitter at @ProofOfPR.

    #ProofofPR #Podcast #Crypto

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    Timestamps:

    0:00 | Intro

    0:54 | Elizabeth Olson’s Story

    8:04 | Approach to X Engagement

    11:25 | Tips on getting started in Bitcoin

    12:58 | Preferred AI tools

    14:04 | Importance of AI Optimization

    17:14 | How to approach brand building

    20:58 | Marketing Challenges in Bitcoin space

    24:05 | BITWIRE AD SEGMENT

    27:27 | Most rewarding aspect of working in Bitcoin space

    29:19 | Elizabeth’s favorite type of events

    32:56 | Trends to keep an eye on

    33:24 | How will the narrative of Bitcoin evolve over time?

    34:10 | Final thoughts from Elizabeth Olson

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    🔗 Elizabeth Olson:

    Website:
    X: https://x.com/ElizabethOls0n
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethaliceolson/

    🔗 Melrose & PoPR Links:

    Website: https://www.melrosepr.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@proof-of-pr

    X: https://x.com/ProofOfPR

    X: https://x.com/MelrosePR

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/melrose-public-relations

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    📢 Disclaimer:

    The content presented on the podcast Proof-of-PR is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or any other type of professional advice. The host(s) and guest(s) are sharing their own opinions and experiences. You should always consult with a qualified professional for advice relevant to your specific circumstances. Melrose PR and Proof-of-PR is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    35 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 4: Importance of Founder Thought Leadership in Brand Strategy (ft. Keli Callaghan)
    Jul 3 2025

    On this episode of Proof-of-PR, Keli Callaghan, Partner at Arrington Capital, joins Kelley Weaver to discuss the importance of founder-led thought leadership in brand strategy.

    Keli covers topics such as thought leadership amongst founders, strategies for building communities, ways to make your brand stand out from the crowd and much more!

    To stay up-to-date on upcoming guests and news by following us on Twitter at @ProofOfPR.

    #ProofofPR #Podcast #Crypto

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    Timestamps:

    0:00 | Intro

    1:00 | Who is Keli Callaghan?

    4:50 | How has Crypto changed?

    8:14 | Thought Leadership for Founders

    11:13 | Community Building Strategies

    13:33 | Recruiting from Universities

    15:03 | BITWIRE AD SEGMENT

    16:24 | How to make your brand stand out

    18:27 | How to measure PR success

    20:12 | PR Tools

    21:59 | How PR professionals can get into the Crypto industry

    25:14 | How to juggle being a Mom and a PR career

    29:23 | Time-management Tips

    31:10 | Future of Crypto-related Marketing

    34:17 | Most fulfilling part of Keli’s job

    35:28 | Final thoughts from Keli Callaghan

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    🔗 Keli Callaghan & Arrington Capital Links:

    X: https://x.com/kelicallaghan
    X: https://x.com/arrington_cap

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keli-callaghan-b589303

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arrington-capital

    Arrington Capital Website: https://www.arringtoncapital.com

    🔗 Melrose & PoPR Links:

    Website: https://www.melrosepr.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@proof-of-pr

    X: https://x.com/ProofOfPR

    X: https://x.com/MelrosePR

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/melrose-public-relations

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    📢 Disclaimer:

    The content presented on the podcast Proof-of-PR is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or any other type of professional advice. The host(s) and guest(s) are sharing their own opinions and experiences. You should always consult with a qualified professional for advice relevant to your specific circumstances. Melrose PR and Proof-of-PR are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    36 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 3: The Key to Maximizing Visibility in Crypto Comms (ft. Kelsey Ruiz)
    Jun 19 2025

    On this episode of Proof-of-PR, Kelsey Ruiz, Head of Comms at Aztec Network, joins Co-host Nikki Brown to discuss communications in Crypto and how to maximize visibility.

    Kelsey covers topics such as her achievements in Comms at Aztec, the value of placements within and outside of the Crypto industry, the difference in Comms vs PR, and much more!

    To stay up-to-date on upcoming guests and news by following us on Twitter at @ProofOfPR.

    #ProofofPR #Podcast #Crypto

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    ⏰ Timestamps:

    0:00 | Intro

    0:58 | Who is Kelsey Ruiz?

    4:25 | Visibility goals for Aztec

    6:30 | Comms strategies for Aztec’s testnet launch

    9:45 | Takeaways from successful testnet coverage

    14:19 | Achievements in Comms for Aztec Labs

    17:26 | BITWIRE AD SEGMENT

    18:52 | Value of placements outside of Crypto

    24:34 | Key differences in Comms vs PR

    28:55 | Challenges of navigating Crypto comms

    33:43 | Using social media to increase visibility

    37:59 | How to use AI to enhance comms strategy

    42:40 | Final thoughts from Kelsey Ruiz

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    🔗 Kelsey Ruiz Links:

    X: https://x.com/kelseyruiz_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseyleeann408/

    Aztec Website: https://www.aztec.network

    🔗 Melrose & PoPR Links:

    Website: https://www.melrosepr.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@proof-of-pr

    X: https://x.com/ProofOfPR

    X: https://x.com/MelrosePR

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/melrose-public-relations

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    📢 Disclaimer:

    The content presented on the podcast Proof-of-PR is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or any other type of professional advice. The host(s) and guest(s) are sharing their own opinions and experiences. You should always consult with a qualified professional for advice relevant to your specific circumstances. Melrose PR and Proof-of-PR is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    44 mins

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