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An Interview with The Christian Village News Network ’ s CEO , Ms . Thelisha Casey Eaddy
Thelisha Casey is an award-winning multimedia journalist with more than seven years experience hosting , reporting , and producing for radio , TV and online platforms .
The Christian Village News Network ( TCV News ) is a multimedia Christian news website . TCV News features positive community news , church news and entertainment stories happening throughout Carolinas . The purpose of TCV News is to provide professional , headline status to the good news happening in communities . TCV News was founded by award-winning , multimedia journalist Thelisha Casey Eaddy in 2002 . TCV News offers positive news and information for people seeking to live what Thelisha calls “ The Positive Alternative .” For questions , booking inquirers , and advertising opportunities , please contact : tcasey @ tcvnewsonline . com
Hello . What is your name ? How long have you been involved in the entertainment business ? Thelisha Casey Eaddy / 7 years When did you know that you wanted to be in this business and what was your motivation ? I knew I wanted to work in media since middle school . Who has helped you along the way and inspired you the most ?
My parents have always been the biggest source of motivation and support for me . But I must also thank my first radio employer , Mr . Alex Snipe- founder and owner of Glory Communications , Inc ., Mr . Snipe gave me my first radio job and it was a blast .
What are some of the highlights of your career so far ?
Some carreer highlights I often reflect on include winning radio reporter of the year from the South Carolina Broadcasters Association in 2009 and covering major national and local election stories while in South Carolina .
Have you received any special awards or achievements ? 2009 South Carolina Broadcasters Association ( SCBA ) Radio Reporter of the Year . Where do you see yourself in the next 5 or 10 years ? God-willing , I see myself expanding The Christian Village News site to a TV and online news broadcast What would you like your legacy to be ? I want my work to create a professional , media outlet for sharing and celebrating the Good News Do you have other interests ? What services does your company offer ?
Through The Christian Village News Network , we help churches and ministries spread God ' s message to a larger ( world-wide ) audience by providing affordable website solutions and digital media marketing strategies ( social media management , E-Blasts / E- Newsletter distribution , Press Releases , etc .) Churches and ministries in need of these affordable services should contact Thelisha Casey Eaddy at Thelishacasey @ gmail . com . More information is also available at http :// www . villagetrends . us .
Any special words of encouragement or advice for our readers ? At all costs , continue to " Spread the Good News ."
Visit The Website … TCV News Online
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