March 15, 2021
Get to know Rachel Polk, Meridian Group’s director of public relations.
I’ve been at the agency for: Two years.
When I wake up in the morning, my first thought is: Giving thanks for another day on this planet.
Weekends are for: Family time, spending time with friends, going out to eat and catching a show.
Drink of choice: Orange crushes, a full-bodied red or Drambuie for an after dinner cordial.
The accomplishment I’m most proud of: Raising my beautiful son, Elijah.
Most played artists on Spotify: Beres Hammond and reggae
My current desktop picture is: Generic.
I’m currently reading: Untamed by Glennon Doyle.
A talent I wish I had is: Singing.
My favorite movies are: Rom coms for sure – Dirty Dancing, When Harry Met Sally and Definitely, Maybe.
My guilty pleasure is: Shopping at Bloomies and Tiffanys and going to a fine Italian dinner in NYC before a show.
My idols include: My mom, Maya Angelou and Martin Luther King Jr.
What are you currently binge watching? Bridgerton.
My favorite quote is: “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with passion, some compassion, some humor and some style.” – Maya Angelou
I am fascinated by: Ignorance.
My top three items on my bucket list are: Effect positive change in the world and continue to grow throughout the journey, travel to meet new people and experience new cultures, and write a book.
What I love most about what I do at Meridian Group is: Being a part of a synergistic team where I learn new things every day and having the opportunity to develop viable solutions to address clients’ needs.