Results-Driven Publicists
As one of the top PR firms in the nation, our team of publicists has over 300 years of combined experience creating PR plans that get valuable media coverage for a variety of brands. With highly experienced publicists and a world-class writing staff, you will be blown away by what we can accomplish.
Your PR Dream Team
Otter PR is rated one of the top PR firms in the nation from one principle, getting amazing media coverage for every client, guaranteed. We are entrepreneurs, thought leaders, writers, marketers, and creatives with a passion for building effective campaigns that yield results. Take a look at the amazing team we have built and schedule a call to see how our PR plans can work for you.
Jay Feldman, DO
CO-FOUNDER & CMO
Jay is a thought-leader in the entrepreneurial community and host of Mentors Collective Podcast. He is passionate about helping other brands achieve their dreams. He loves animals and traveling.
Colleen Falco
COO
Colleen is a UCF graduate with a diverse background. She has landed clients in many top publications and now leads Otter PR’s incredible team of publicists. She is also a professional artist, aerialist, and competitive Irish dancer.
Scott Bartnick
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
Scott is an eCommerce and Operations expert. He has worked with top brands and fortune 500 companies to earn them press and help them succeed. Scott is also an engineer and Eagle Scout.
Gabriela Perez
Sales Manager
Gabriela graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Advertising and Public Relations. Her background in sales and media relations makes her a personable communicator.
Lara Rosales
VP of Media Relations
Lara is a bilingual writer with a BA in Latin American Literature. She loves writing about minority groups, businesswomen, and the entertainment industry.
Alexia McKay
Publicist
Alexia is the founder and publisher of RoyalTee Magazine. She is a graduate of Florida A&M University and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Laura Pucker
Publicist
Laura is also the owner of BBE Media, an all-inclusive agency that strives to meet her client's PR and marketing needs.
RYAN BASS
Media Director
Ryan Bass is the Media Director at OtterPR in Tampa, FL. For the past 10 years, he has been an anchor, host and reporter in television, radio, and podcasting, as well as a beat writer for print and digital media.
Caleb Harper
ACCOUNT STRATEGIST
Caleb has over 10 years of experience developing software systems and other various technologies.
Brittany Bearden
PR Manager
Brittany has been a publicist for more than 10 years and has written over 3000 press releases.
Katie Mechler
Business Development Representative
Katie spent three years working in the mortgage industry before making the transition to Otter PR.
Court Walker
PUBLICIST
Court graduated from Louisiana State University in Mass Communication with a concentration in PR. They held a number of leadership positions, including serving as an LSU Ambassador, Manship School of Mass Communication Member.
Kattie Muniz
Writer
Kattie is a full-time writer based in Orlando. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from FIU and her master’s in English Literature from Mercy College.
Ashley Kellerman
Account Executive
Ashley worked in the fields of oncology patient coordination, fitness, and medical device sales, where she was recognized as a top diagnostic sales representative.
Elizabeth Galewski
Writer
Elizabeth is a graduate of Wellesley College and the University of Pennsylvania. She got her start in Communications on Capitol Hill. In her free time, you can find her kayaking, swimming, and biking.
Gabriela Bernadet
Account Manager
Gabriela graduated from Florida State University in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, which helped her develop a strong foundation in research, analysis, and communication.
April MacKenzie
Executive Assistant
April is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a BA in Sociology and brings to the table 20+ years experience in customer service, administration, and leadership in an array of industries.
Louis Perez
Business Development Manager
Louis graduated from Florida State University. After college, he became a Brand Specialist and later a sales leader for a few of the premier boat brands in the world, including MasterCraft, Nautique, Boston Whaler, Galeon, and more.
David Watkins
Publicist
David graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a B.A. in journalism, a minor in communication, and a certificate in public relations. He enjoys hiking, seeing films, and taking his Husky-Shepard to the lake.
Dan matics
Senior Media Strategist
Dan is the Senior Media Strategist for Otter PR. For the past 15 years, he has worked as a television news anchor and reporter covering a broad range of topics across global industries.
Mark Kaley
PR Manager
Mark has over 15 years of experience consulting with large and small businesses providing them with management, marketing, and business consulting services.
Danielle Gober
ACCOUNT STRATEGIST
Danielle is an Orlando native and a graduate of Rollins College, where she earned her Bachelor’s in communication and public relations.
Gregory Linnelli
ACCOUNT STRATEGIST
Gregory has 20 years of broadcasting experience and currently serves as the game-day host for the Tampa Bay Lightning Radio Network,
Thomas Mustac
Publicist
Thomas holds a Masters Degree in Communication with an Advanced Certification in Nonprofit organizations. His diverse background spans the healthcare, sports, and interior design industries.
Nik Korba
Writer
Nik dreamed of being a writer,and as an adult, that dream came true. He has been a screenwriter, ghostwriter, novel writer, song writer, and blog writer.
Tiffani Martinez
Human Resource Director
Tiffani is a Florida native and graduate. She has an extensive background in business management with a focus in human resource management. Tiffani comes from a non-profit and insurance background.
Veronica Dunn
Marketing Strategist
Veronica is a Florida native, born and raised in the Sunshine State, who graduated from UF in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in linguistics.
Mark Hashem
Business Development Representative
Mark has worked in the retail automotive side of the business, becoming a sales representative at the local auto parts store where, a short time later, he became a general manager.
Amanda Reseburg
Writer
Amanda is originally from Wisconsin and has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur.
Gabrielle Lask
PUBLICIST
Gabrielle is from St. Louis, MO. She's a Rollins College graduate with a BA in Communications focused on PR and a minor in Professional Writing. Gabrielle loves to go to the beach or pool, explore local parks and springs, and try new restaurants.
Sarah Newcomb
Account Manager
Sarah loves working with clients who embrace innovative ideas and are open to pushing the boundaries of conventional thinking.
Joshua Santana
Marketing Manager
Joshua attended the University of Florida where he completed his degree in business administration. He has a retail management and sales background with a passion for tech.
David Purdy
Publicist
David is a proud veteran of the US Navy and a mass communications graduate of USF. He worked many years in radio broadcasting as a DJ, Traffic reporter and news anchor, most recently for Newsradio WFLA in Tampa.
Anna Kate Womack
Publicist
Anna Kate loves storytelling and forming meaningful relationships and applies these passions to her work as a public relations professional.
Sam Johnson
Editor In Chief
Sam is an MBA graduate and published writer with over 5 years' experience in marketing, entrepreneurship, and international business communications. He is an avid writer with a love of travel, coffee, and gaming.
Marcy Paulson
Writer
Marcy is a full-time writer based in Tennessee. She graduated from Bryan College with a bachelor’s degree in education and received a master’s degree from Peabody at Vanderbilt University.
Sean Boelman
ASSISTANT EDITOR
Sean is a journalist with experience in the entertainment field working as a film critic and interviewer. His work has appeared on several top outlets, and he's been quoted by major studios in trailers and posters.
Daniella Messina
Business Development Representative
Daniella loves working with clients who are enthusiastic and "ready to hit the ground running" to maximize their media coverage.
Moses
Master Storytailer
Moses creates amazing tails for our clients and keeps them wagging for more. No one can resist this face.
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We interview each and every client to make sure that we can create the perfect PR plan and build our relationship on a foundation of growth. In most cases we find that setting realistic expectations yields real results. Get started today with your free consultation.
Otter Public Relations did a fantastic job with my press release and PR plan. They did it fast and efficiently and got the story picked up by some very credible sources. I will definitely use them again.
