Kevin Cooper is the founder of consulting firm Point One Group. He previously spent several years in the sports industry, interning for the New York Giants public relations department before moving to the expansion Houston Texans in 2002.
While with the Texans, Cooper contributed in multiple ways to the department’s success. Houston’s PR department was viewed as a model in the sports industry for inclusion, innovation and hard work during his tenure. Cooper advanced in the organization, rising to the head of the department as senior director of communications in 2010.
In January 2016, following his 15th season with the NFL, Cooper joined the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee, where he was the senior director of media relations. He oversaw a successful PR campaign in preparation for Super Bowl LI.
Kevin will share with the Newhouse and University community his journey from the halls of Newhouse to top of the sports PR industry.
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