#17 – Women in Marketing: Kristina Prusnek

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On this episode of Buzzdwords, we talk with Kristina Prusnek of Airbnb. We dive in to participating in professional organizations – particularly the American Advertising Federation and how it played a role in her career and life – and the non-linear path to your dream job.

McKenna met Kristina through – you guessed it – the American Advertising Federation. Kristina participated as a judge for the 2019 American Advertising Awards in Madison, WI – an event McKenna co-chaired.

McKenna remained obsessed with Kristina Prusnek ever since. Kristina is one of the kindest, coolest people you’ll ever meet AND she’s got an impressive résumé to boot.

Check out the episode to learn more!

Meet Our Guest

Kristina Prusnek
Kristina Prusnek

Kristina Prusnek, Lead Program Manager

Specializing in technology and digital strategy for more than a decade, Kristina has worked with some of the largest brands in the world, including Disney, 7-Eleven, IBM, Staples and Hilton. Currently she is with Airbnb as Lead Program Manager focusing on Creative and Marketing campaigns. Prior to her time with Airbnb, Kristina was a Project Manager for Disney where she was responsible for digitizing the Guest experience for all table service restaurants. She is also a Past-President of Ad 2 Orlando, as well as current Communications Chair for AAF 4th District. Her work and contributions to the industry have been recognized in the form of multiple ADDY Award wins (local and district), Best of Show awards and Orlando Business Journal’s “40 Under 40.”

BONUS CONTENT

Kristina enjoying her first snowfall in McKenna’s oversized coat.

Seriously…look at this joy:


Drink Pairing

Kristina’s Pick: Mezcal Margarita

No, the margarita from the image above isn’t a Mezcal margarita but it was a delicious watermelon margarita (recipe courtesy of New York Times Cooking). If you’re itching for a Mezcal margarita, though, here’s how it’s done, according to Difford’s Guide:

  • 1 1/2 fl oz Mezcal
  • 3/4 fl oz Triple sec
  • 3/4 fl oz lime juice
  • 1/6 fl oz agave syrup
  • 1/2 pinch salt

SHAKE with ice and strain into an ice-filled glass. Enjoy.

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