Meet the team

We are seasoned professionals that serve business-to-business, business-to-consumer and nonprofit clients. Studio PR was founded in 2017 by Melinda Hepp, and it quickly grew by partnering with innovative clients and developing successful campaigns that are local, regional and national in scope.

 
 
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Melinda Hepp
Founder & Principal

Melinda loves the art of storytelling and the way stories can help grow a brand and foster customer loyalty. She believes great team collaboration builds the best client relationships — and achieves the best results. She takes great pride in her many long-term client partnerships and the way Studio PR keeps innovating and evolving to help them reach their goals.

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Laura Lance
Client Services Director

Laura oversees and implements public relations programs for businesses, public agencies and nonprofits locally, statewide and nationally. Her strategic, proactive approach to developing and running campaigns, bolstered by a knack for developing strong, engaging content, makes her a priceless asset to the clients she serves.

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Melissa Wilmot


Senior Account Manager

Melissa is a seasoned public relations and communications professional with broad experience in strategic consulting, social media, crisis communications, marketing, public affairs, advertising, branding and events management. She is motivated by clients’ goals and meeting communications objectives in all forms.

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Amy Schaus


Creative & Copywriting Director

Amy is a results-driven creative professional with a strong passion for collaboration. Her extensive background in marketing communications includes content development, technical writing, advertising and social media. Amy has a lifelong commitment to crafting compelling content through engaging and impactful storytelling, which started with producing her first newsletter at age 10.

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Reilly Payne


Senior Account Associate

Reilly brings a well-rounded perspective to client campaigns, expertly blending public relations with strategic digital marketing. A strategic writer and skilled message crafter, she ensures every piece of communication – from press releases to targeted pitches – is both impactful and strategically aligned with a client's goals. Her meticulous attention to detail and adept research capabilities are invaluable for crafting compelling narratives and building strong, long-term client partnerships.

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Skylar Vice


Account Coordinator

Skylar brings a fresh, well-rounded approach to campaigns, fueled by her enthusiasm for creative thinking and strategic communication. Her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering drive to deliver measurable value make her an indispensable resource for both her team and the clients she partners with.

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Ava Hanak
Account Coordinator

Ava is passionate about ensuring client success and fostering professional growth. Her adaptable and solution-oriented mindset, coupled with strong writing and communication skills, enables her to achieve client objectives effectively. Eager to leverage her creativity in PR strategies, Ava is dedicated to developing her expertise in content creation and social media management.

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