Ronald McDonald House provides essential services for families of hospitalized children. I’m honored to meet these families and share their stories daily. It’s truly a mission that relieves so much stress during some of their hardest times. I came to this mission through my previous work with the Central Arkansas McDonald’s Co-op and have enjoyed growing with this organization over the past five years through territory expansions and opening new programs.
Candice Hickman

PRESSING QUESTIONS
The one thing I wish people knew about my field
Communications professionals are often expected to be a jack of all trades, but it pays to know what you’re good at and what’s worth delegating.
Biggest challenges in my career
Making the switch from agency life to being a communications department of one was not something I expected to be so challenging.
How I knew this was my passion
Getting to meet the people your work is directly affecting daily is rewarding and a great reason to show up every day.
One practice I use to maintain my mental health
I value my alone time and try to protect my quality time with friends and family. I know I’m a better person when I truly have time away.
Best advice I ever received
As the oldest daughter and millennial, I’ve always been a resourceful person, but I’ve always appreciated a past boss for putting that word to it and valuing that quality.
What I learned from my first job
Working in a newsroom is invaluable experience. I learned to calmly make quick decisions, be able to pivot and the value of working together to create a great final product.
The first thing I do to course-correct when I hit a wall
I step away and often discuss it with someone else.
Best career moment so far
Having a fantastic grand opening for Ronald McDonald House Shreveport-Bossier and seeing everyone’s hard work realized.









