“Publicity is absolutely critical. A good PR story is infinitely more effective than a front page ad.”
– Richard Branson
Katy Love
CO-FOUNDER
One of the leading consumer public relations strategists in the U.S., Katy Love is an award-winning communicator who has made a distinct mark leading or partnering with a diverse collection of a-list consumer brands.
The former vice president of global communications at Crocs, Inc. where she led all communications efforts for the footwear innovator, Love has more than 20 years of integrated communications experience, including leadership roles at Build-A-Bear Workshop and FleishmanHillard, one of the world’s largest communications firms.
A mother of three, Love is a noted lifestyle expert who has been featured on The Food Network, The View and media markets across the U.S., including Chicago, Dallas, New York City and Denver. Meet Katy on LinkedIn.
Jenn McFerron Sloan
CO-FOUNDER
Jenn McFerron Sloan spent 17 years working as a journalist and live television producer at stations in Kansas City, Phoenix, and Denver. In news, she fostered a love for creative storytelling and learned how to think fast, react faster, and always adapt. And as a long-time producer for a lifestyle program, Sloan mastered the craft of helping businesses create and share meaningful content with consumers.
Sloan’s broadcast and journalism experience brings a unique set of skills to public and media relations. She knows exactly what it takes to be featured in top-tier media and how to bring ideas to life in television, print and digital outlets.
A graduate of the prestigious University of Missouri School of Journalism, Sloan is respected among her peers as a superior writer, editor, and team leader. She has impeccable attention to detail, and you’ll find her positive attitude contagious. Meet Jenn on LinkedIn.
Our Team
Sarah Karger
Partner
Sarah Karger specializes in developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications campaigns that increase brand exposure, enhance brand perception and foster meaningful conversation and engagement between brands and their target audiences.
Karger has had the distinct pleasure of seeing clients appear in highly coveted media outlets such as the TODAY, Good Morning America, NBC News, Newsweek, Huffington Post, and more.
Karger has led fully-integrated marketing strategies for some of the largest and most beloved brands in the world, including Disney, Star Wars, the NFL, and many others. Meet Sarah on LinkedIn.
Rachel Weber
Principal
A native to all things home and food, Rachel Weber has spent the last 16 years editing and producing award-winning content in the lifestyle media category. She knows exactly what it takes to create compelling content that resonates with audiences on their platform of choice.
The former digital editorial director at Better Homes & Gardens, Weber led the digital team to produce SEO-winning content for the legacy brand as it marked 100 years. One of her proudest accomplishments was crashing the site when the Harry Styles cover story broke.
She earned her undergraduate degrees in journalism and psychology from Iowa State University and a masters in communication leadership from Drake University. A mother of two young boys and a breast cancer survivor, she savors the fun, quirky, laughable moments in everyday life. Meet Rachel on LinkedIn.
Amy Bradshaw
Account Director
Bradshaw brings years of account leadership, strategic counsel, integrated marketing, and national media relations expertise to the team. Most recently, she was a senior vice president at FleishmanHillard, leading the agency’s media team. Unmatched in strategic media relations, Bradshaw excels at achieving business and communication goals for her clients through online, print, and broadcast placements.
Previous client experience includes Brown Shoe, Bass Pro, Udi’s Gluten Free Foods, and UPS. Bradshaw has received numerous awards and honors, including the Silver Anvil Award — the public relations industry’s top award of excellence. She has also worked extensively in the non-profit sector, managing comprehensive communications, marketing, and corporate fundraising programs. Meet Amy on LinkedIn.
Natalie Bleza
Publicist
Natalie Bleza is an affiliate-driven publicist with expertise in the home, parenting, travel, pet, and fashion industries. Combining her love for storytelling and knack for organizational efficiency, Natalie is committed to securing needle-moving coverage for innovative, category-defining consumer brands.
As a media-savvy brand advocate, she has an entrepreneurial mindset that drives every project, treating every brand as if it were her own. Natalie’s passion for affiliate-based shopping roundups, gift guides, and viral products helps her stay at the forefront of consumer media trends.
Natalie holds an undergraduate degree in Cognitive Studies from Vanderbilt University. When not at her computer, she can be found enjoying East Nashville, eating tacos, and singing along to Broadway musicals. Meet Natalie on LinkedIn.
Emily Harrison
Design and Research Specialist
Emily Harrison knows how to flawlessly blend art and function. She brings an eye for detail, analytics, and strategy to her role as the Design and Research Specialist by translating complex analytics into understandable reports and actionable information for the Comm Oddities team and clients.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Fiber and Art History from the Kansas City Art Institute and opened her own design studio in 2022, where she helps small product-based businesses thrive with strategic branding and website design.
In her free time, she’s probably crafting or researching her next adventure. A digital nomad since 2021, Emily spends her free time exploring, hiking, and trying as many local coffee shops and restaurants as possible. Meet Emily on LinkedIn.
Natalie Bickel
Account Supervisor
With a decade of writing experience encompassing journalism, content creation, and creative pitching, Natalie Bickel procures media placements through energetic brand storytelling. Most recently, she was vice president of media communications with a PR agency focused on thought leadership and elevating entrepreneurs.
Bickel has her finger on the pulse of trending topics, allowing her to secure 65+ clients’ dream coverage in publications including The New York Times, Inc., HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, USA Today, Martha Stewart, Good Housekeeping, on the cover of local magazines, in local broadcast segments, on top podcasts, and more.
She graduated from the University of Louisville with a degree in communications, which also fueled her love for fiction writing making her a published author with several more books in the works. Meet Natalie on LinkedIn.
Serena Mounts
Senior Director of Influencer Relations
Serena Mounts is a PR and social media professional with more than a decade of experience. She specializes in media relations, strategic writing, social media, and blogger/influencer relations.
Mounts has represented dozens of clients across a spectrum of industries, including AT&T, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Clorox, Dove, Energizer, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Noodles & Company, and more.
Serena graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology and a minor in International Business. Her previous employers have included SSPR in Chicago and FleishmanHillard St. Louis. Meet Serena on LinkedIn.
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