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President and CEO of Largemouth, excels in building brand communications strategies that resonate with a company's key influential audiences. With 17 years of PR experience, he has a successful track record of program management with hands-on implementation. Brandon holds a bachelor's degree in communications from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. During his free time, he spends time with his family, and when possible, he tries to sneak out and chase the ever illusive largemouth bass.

Account Director for Largemouth, has more than 15 years of public relations experience ranging from industrial corporations to nonprofit and community-based organizations. She works out of Pittsburgh, where Eaton Corporation’s Electrical Sector is headquartered. Leslie holds a bachelor’s degree in professional writing/journalism from California University of Pennsylvania. Throughout her career, Leslie has been actively involved in the Catholic Church by volunteering as a lay minister and providing pro bono public relations services for St. Patrick-St. Stanislaus-Kostka Parish in Pittsburgh’s Strip District.

Vice President of Largemouth, has extensive knowledge of media practices and preferences as a former newspaper reporter and editor with more than 13 years of journalism experience before embarking on a corporate career in public relations and communications with 10 years of PR experience before helping start Largemouth Communications in 2005. Scott earned a bachelor's degree in journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the sidelines of a baseball field with his wife watching their son play baseball.

Heather Hefner has worked at Largemouth for five years, executing PR activities for clients in the technology, trucking, restaurant, retail and pharmaceutical industries. A graduate of North Carolina State University, she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication with a concentration in public relations and a minor in journalism. She is continuing her education by taking graphic design classes at Wake Technical Community College. Heather enjoys photography, volunteering and playing her Wolfpack Red drum set.

Amanda Manna, Senior Account Executive at Largemouth, has worked at Largemouth for four years supporting clients in a wide range of industries from healthcare and e-books to retail and the smart grid. Amanda, a graduate of North Carolina State University, is also actively involved with the PRSA Charlotte chapter, and earned accreditation in public relations (APR) in 2011. When she’s not working, you can probably find Amanda curled up with a book, at a movie, cooking or hanging out with her husband.

Kelly Hubbard is an account executive at Largemouth Communications. Kelly manages and contributes to a wide range of accounts, from local start-up companies to multinational organizations with billions in revenue, in the health care, biotech, education and technology industries. North Carolina State University is her alma mater, receiving a B.A. in communication with a public relations concentration and minors in journalism and psychology. Kelly is actively involved in the Raleigh Public Relations Society (RPRS) and currently serves on the board as the membership chair. Kelly enjoys traveling to learn about the world through different culinary experiences.

Alex Huffman hales from a big Italian family and swears she has been training her big mouth for a career at Largemouth from birth! When she’s not chasing coverage for clients or raising her own voice, Alex enjoys running, yoga and traveling gastronomically (especially in Italy!). A five time marathon finisher and graduate of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at UNC-Chapel Hill, Alex is always seeking a new challenge, a great trip or a J Crew sale.

Sarah Haas, account executive at Largemouth Communications, executes PR activities for clients in the retail and technology industries. A Nittany Lion fan since birth, she graduated with degrees in public relations and commercial recreation management from Penn State University. Sarah enjoys trying new adventures, from whipping up something new in the kitchen to traveling to exciting new places. She has been to 49 of the 50 states and plans to check Hawaii off in the near future.

Who I am: A North Carolina State University graduate with degrees in public relations and journalism and a background in graphic communications. I’m a writer, a thinker, a list-maker and a lifelong learner. I specialize in audience engagement, message development, maximizing brand visibility and cooking food that is entirely too spicy. I’m also an avid follower of the news, emerging technological trends and Arsenal FC.

What I love: Big ideas, digital prose, deadlines, spontaneity, sociology, social media, Sriracha, brand development, cadence, creativity, innovative marketing, long-form journalism, storytelling, amateur philosophy and downtown Raleigh.