Who We Are
Thrive PR is a woman-owned, award-winning strategic
communications and creative agency.
We provide integrated communications, public relations, marketing and creative services to B2B, B2C, nonprofit and association clients. Founded in 2003 and based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, our virtual team spans 4 U.S. time zones and a full breadth of experience to help regional, national and global clients get the word out and grow their businesses.
Our Brand = Our Culture
At Thrive, we are committed to our external brand and internal culture being congruent,
and we embrace these five words as the backbone of our company:
COMMITTED
to excellence in everything we plan, create and implement
CREATIVE
in our approaches, solutions, structure and work products
COLLABORATIVE
with clients and within our team
AGILE
mindset, remaining nimble, responsive, progressive and efficient
APPRECIATIVE
of our clients and each other
Our Team

Kelly Kirkendoll
Founder & CEO

Margaret Puissant
Marcom & Acct. Director

Veronica Accardo
Marcom & Acct. Director

Kimberly Harris
Strategy & Account Director

Amanda Lindgren
Account, Design & Video Manager

Mackenzie Lynch
Graphic Designer & Copywriter

Coleen Spalding
Exec. Business Administrator

Jessica Gallagher
PR Specialist & Copywriter

Tara Geissenger
Web/Digital Director

Janine Brandt
Paid/Digital Strategy Specialist

Laura Kayata
Branding & Design Strategist

Additional
Team Members
Who We Work With – and Why
Thrive works across a broad range of industries, and while our clients are diverse, they share a common thread. Through their products, services and/or how they conduct business, they make a difference for those they serve and work with.
Our team’s experience is vast, serving public, private and nonprofit organizations across industries that include:
- Healthcare
- Transportation and Real Estate
- Member-Based Associations
- Nonprofit and Advocacy Organizations
- Construction
- Food and Restaurants
- Arts and Culture
- Management Consulting
- Travel
- Professional Services
- Startups
- Banking and Wealth Management
- Community Design and Urban Planning
Awards, Associations and Certifications
Certifications
Google Adwords certified | Meta Ads certified | Google Analytics advanced certification | Datorama certified | Salesforce Marketing Cloud certified | Hubspot certified