Prologue
Prologue
Biography
Stephanie Angelyn Casola
Owner and Founder, Prologue
Stephanie Angelyn Casola founded Prologue in 2016 to provide writing, social media and professional PR services to businesses and individuals who are as passionate about what they do as she is about this work.
She brings a dynamic perspective to every project, having more than two decades of professional experience working with and within media. Stephanie started her career as a full-time reporter in metro Detroit covering everything from hard news and education to regular film, art and music reviews, as well as columns on health and beauty trends.
The social media landscape altered her course after working for 11 years as a full-time published writer and copyeditor. An early adopter in the tech realm, Stephanie delved into the start-up world to manage online content, before mastering roles in PR and event marketing. Working for small to medium-sized agencies in and around Detroit, she was responsible for concepts and media relations that have earned a steady stream of press and notoriety for consumer-facing businesses, especially those with a distinct focus on the food, beverage, art and hospitality fields.
Ask her what it’s like to sell out a craft beer event in short order, raise national attention for a locally beloved restaurant, or welcome in the Wall Street Journal to feature your client’s Mid Century Modern home. There are stories here to spare. Stephanie has long believed that everyone has a story – one worth seeking out and sharing with the right audience.
Originally dubbed the "Queen Bee of hustle, media relations and coolness” by her fellow TEDxDetroit producers, Stephanie grew up a fan of scary movies, good coffee and indie rock. When she's not working, she's probably ducking into a new art exhibit, movie or concert. Or you might find her lounging in a hammock planning her next travel adventure.
Stephanie lives in Oak Park, Mich. with her significant other, Christopher, and their two rambunctious cats, Bob Wiley and Harper Lee. They have too many streaming services. Reach out to her at Stephanie@prologuedetroit.com.
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Backgrounder
Prologue
At Prologue, we are public relations and social media professionals who grew up in a newsroom. We opened our doors in 2016 with one goal in mind. Prologue believes every individual or business has a story to tell. We specialize in uncovering those stories. We work in tandem with clients to share those stories.
With expertise in the food and beverage, arts and entertainment and fashion industries, we are rooted deep in the traditions of journalism. Writing and content development aimed for a specific audience are at the core of all the work we do.
Prologue offers business owners and individuals with an array of services including: Public Relations, Media Relations, Community Relations, Branding, Events Marketing, Consulting, Online Content, Reporting and Editing and Social Media Advising.
Owner Stephanie Angelyn Casola is an established media professional with more than two decades of experience that ranges from her start in a newsroom to an established reputation in public relations, social media and event marketing.
Casola served as a producer of TEDxDetroit from 2015 to 2020 and is considered a well-connected member of Detroit’s digital marketing community.
About Prologue
Established in 2016, Prologue offers writing and public relations services with an insider’s perspective of the media and digital industries. We team with business owners to provide the professional advice and attention they seek, at times that benefit their work the most. Based in metro Detroit, follow Prologue’s story online at prologuedetroit.com, and find us on Facebook and LinkedIn, and @ProDetroit on Twitter and Instagram.
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For Immediate Release
Prologue: Uncover the story of your business
Michigan-based company specializes in events, hospitality PR
Ferndale, Mich. (April 1, 2016) – When Stephanie Angelyn Casola set out to start her own company, Prologue in early 2016, it doubled as a return to her roots.
The established, Detroit-based journalist-turned-PR and social media manager longed for days once spent in a fast-paced newsroom.
“After establishing myself as a reporter in the print industry, I veered toward public relations and social media as a way to take on new skills and weather a tumultuous economy,” Casola said. “Many years later, I’ve gained insight into the changing face of media - all of sides of it – and that proves beneficial to my clients.”
Casola is a graduate of Michigan State University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree In journalism. She is an established media professional with more than two decades of experience. It ranges from her 11 years spent as a full-time reporter writing, designing pages and editing copy for the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers and contributing to magazines and online publications, to a solid reputation built in the public relations, social media. She previously worked in agencies ranging in size from startup to staffed-up and now specializes in the food, beverage, entertainment and hospitality industries. Throughout her career, Casola has always been an avid supporter of Detroit, its businesses and its sense of community.
“I am happiest when helping businesses grow and succeed,” Casola said. “Every job I have held has been a hard-working behind-the-scenes endeavor. I prefer it that way. Prologue is no different. This is about shining a light on those who give every ounce of energy to the work they believe in – be it a newly established restaurant, an event that brings people closer together, or a non-profit making positive change.”
Welcome to Prologue, the only venture rooted in writing, event and public relations services and offering an insider’s perspective of Detroit’s media and digital industries. The company aims to provide individuals and business owners with the professional advice, work and attention they seek – often at times when they need it most.
Services include: Public Relations, Media Relations, Community Relations, Branding, Events, Consulting, Advertising and Online Content, Reporting and Editing and Social Media Advising. Through cost-effective strategic partnerships Prologue can also connect clients with additional services ranging from photography and video production, graphic and web design, and digital content and email marketing.
Whether clients seek assistance with writing a press kit, are looking to partner with professionals to plan or promote a major event, need help launching a new business or maintaining a full-scale PR program, Prologue is ready to get started.
“At Prologue, one simple belief has translated into our mission,” said Casola. “Everyone has a story to tell. Are you ready to uncover yours?”
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