As a full-service, integrated communications agency, our focus is and always will be working with mission-driven institutions, businesses, and non-profits to create and execute ideas that make a difference.

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The Annie E. Casey Foundation

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Our Team

  • Production Coordinator

    A true local, long-suffering Bullets/Wizards fan, and self-proclaimed “outgoing introvert”, Martin enjoys other people’s children and pets, and an appetite for travel, screenwriting, YouTube-inspired appliance repairs and European board games.
    Martin Nugent

  • Senior Account Executive

    Ashley is a communicator “for good," using her passion for media, communications strategy, and social media outreach to advance education and human services causes. She's a native of Florida and a proud women's college graduate.
    Ashley Parker

  • Executive Vice President, Health

    As a PhD with background as an account planner and a fitness instructor, Trish is well versed in all aspects of successful public health communications. As the mother of three below the age of 7, she's also an expert in multi-tasking her way out of chaos.
    Trish Taylor

  • Account Supervisor

    Though she’s been a DC resident for over 14 years, Pam is a native of Colombia (not Columbia). She has a strong passion for running, traveling, health, and multicultural social marketing.
    Pamela Nieto

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Our Thinking

  • Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: A Slippery Slope?

    The Food and Drug Administration recently announced that genetic testing company, 23andMe, can inform people of their breast cancer risk linked to three specific BRCA1/BRCA2 gene mutations—without involving a doctor. These gene mutations are most common in people of Ashkenazi […]

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    The Ugly Side of Social Media Exposed

    Does social media encourage the worst in human nature? Having spent the last decade working in social media, I’ve seen a lot of bad behavior. From nasty Facebook comments to people berating each other in forums, I’ve brushed it off […]

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    What Are Our Options for Addressing Gun Violence?

    Over the past several years, we have seen engagement in social change in the U.S. unlike any that I have seen in my lifetime—from Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ equality to climate change, TimesUp and now gun violence prevention. Last […]

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    Beyond Bedside Manner: Effective Provider-Patient Communications

    Effective communication between provider and patient is a critical component of all patient-centered care. As a health communications professional, I appreciate this fact. As a mother/patient/caregiver, I appreciate it even more. We’ve all had that moment in the doctor’s office […]

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Christina Nichols: WWPR Member Spotlight

WWPR reconnects with Christina Nichols, Hager Sharp’s Director of Strategic Planning and Research & the 2015 Washington PR Woman of the Year. Christina discusses her experience as the honoree and advice for young women in public relations.

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