Veteran media consultant and author Phil Cooke equips church and nonprofit leaders with powerful storytelling strategies to build trust and regain credibility in an era of cultural distrust. Nashville, TN (January 15, 2026) — In an era where leadership scandals, political polarization and AI-generated content is “intensifying a ‘collapse’ of trust online,”1 media executive Phil…
She Leads America Tennessee recognizes Kathleen Cooke, Global Director of Influence Women, with the “Woman of Distinction” award for her transformative leadership in media, entertainment, and faith-based initiatives for women in creative and artistic industries. Franklin, TN – March 27, 2025 – Kathleen Cooke, global director of Influence Women, has been selected to receive the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Crisis Management Training for Church Leaders: Phil Cooke Launches New Masterclass With 27% of people leaving the faith because of leadership scandals,1 Phil Cooke’s new masterclass equips pastors with the insight they need to avoid a crisis and equips them with crisis management skills to navigate one if it occurs. Los Angeles,…
With winners representing the best video and television from across the U.S. and five continents, Cooke Media Group wins three Telly Awards for videos produced for the Voice of the Martyrs and Focus on the Family. Los Angeles, CA (June 11, 2024) – Recognized for excellence in production quality, Cooke Media Group is the winner…
Endorsed by prominent ministry and denominational leaders, Phil Cooke’s new book, “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis” helps churches and ministries avoid catastrophe. Los Angeles, CA (May 30, 2024) – In light of the recent highly publicized stories involving leaders like Ravi Zacharias and Bill Hybels,…
On special invitation, Kathleen Cooke will join 50 nationally recognized women of distinction from the U.S. and UK at Windsor Castle to explore faith-based solutions to counteract the attack on biblical values within our cultures. Los Angeles, CA (May 8, 2024) — In 2022, Kathleen Cooke was awarded a national congressional award from She Leads America…
While churches face pressure to adapt to the digital age, media executive Phil Cooke tells pastors not to quit on broadcast television but to consider new strategies to tap into its evangelistic opportunity. Los Angeles, CA (March 20, 2024) – While many churches are turning to the internet and mobile apps as evangelistic tools, media…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Award-winning producer and media executive Kathleen Cooke gathers women in media at NRB 2024 in Nashville for connection and collaboration opportunities within Influence Women. Los Angeles, CA (February 6, 2024) — Birthed in Hollywood and expanding to production hubs nationwide, Influence Women is raising a new generation of professional female leaders…
Produced by Cooke Media Group for Focus on the Family, the award-winning “It’s a Baby” nationally broadcast TV commercial brings value to the pre-born life with its message. Los Angeles, CA (December 14, 2023) – The “It’s a Baby” ad campaign video was awarded the Television Messaging Campaign of the Year in the 2024 National…
Christian media executive and church consultant Phil Cooke shares three things pastors can do to share truth with their congregations in the midst of confusing media messages. Los Angeles, CA (November 16, 2023) – With clashes intensifying in Gaza City as the Israel-Hamas war continues, Phil Cooke, Ph.D. – media executive, church consultant and…