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John is a recognized leader in the public relations and marketing communications fields. He founded R&J Public Relations in 1986, and has built the firm into one of the region’s leading communications consultancies. John has authored numerous articles on brand building and the role of public relations in the overall marketing mix, and has been a speaker and presenter at national conferences and symposia. John impacts each account at R&J through his drive to provide clients with the best returns on investment for their goals.

Scott is a principal of R&J Public Relations, and a 17-year veteran of the communications industry. He has engineered numerous successful campaigns and initiatives in practice areas including crisis management, corporate communications/reputation management, issues management and product publicity/media relations. Scott’s expertise ranges from top consumer companies to tightly focused advocacy campaigns. His deep knowledge of industry best practices affects all R&J clients through his pairing of the right campaigns to client needs.

Tracey manages a wide variety of tactical activities on R&J’s technology and consumer products accounts.  In this critical role, Tracey assists the account team with client relations, the development of strategic and persuasive communication materials, and in generating widespread media coverage in both traditional and social media channels.

As media relations specialist, Matt plays a vital role in the development and execution of top-tier media outreach in fulfillment of the wide-ranging goals and objectives of R&J’s diverse client base.  He is actively involved with the execution of front-line mass market broadcast and print, specialty trade and social media campaigns that ensure our clients gain significant media traction that enhances their brand position, leads to increased awareness and strengthens their reputation in their markets.

Joanne (nee Joanne Kaniewski) is a Senior Account Executive, leading the firm’s healthcare account group.  Joanne’s effective management and leadership style helps her to consistently ensure that client goals are met and communication programs are well-executed.  In addition to traditional media relations, Joanne designs and executes groundbreaking social media campaigns for R&J’s healthcare clients.  She holds a Masters Degree from Kean University where she is also an adjunct professor of communications.

Melissa is a senior account executive in R&J’s consumer and technology client group, providing strategic counsel and managing tactical executions for a number of the agency’s clients.  Blending her experience in social media, digital marketing and  SEO with a strong background in traditional media, Melissa works to elevate R&J’s clients’ presence to increase visibility, engagement and traffic across all media platforms.

Mike is a veteran of more than 25 years in marketing communications at the highest levels, working with some of the largest marketing agencies and corporations in the New York area. Mike works with each potential client to ensure there is an extremely good fit between R&J and the client’s organization, while driving a complete understanding of the needs and expectations of both client and agency.

Jason is R&J Public Relations’ chief media relations strategist, developing and executing media outreach that spans from top-tier, mass-market print and broadcast media to very narrow niche trade outlets to social media campaigns and outreach. He is a veteran of dozens of trade shows, preparing and directing clients in their at-event meetings with press and analysts. Jason, an 11-year PR veteran, provides an excellent eye in assessing the “news” for any circumstance, and guides R&J’s clients through the intricacies of presenting their messages with the best possible techniques.

Danie supports all R&J clients through her oversight of the administrative functions that drive tactical results. She works with client back-office staff to manage financial matters and reporting details, and aids clients with production needs, ranging from trade show material logistics to campaign support.

Tiffany’s deep expertise with messaging and campaign execution guides R&J’s clients from planning through results measurement. She brings strong leadership to her accounts, anticipates client needs, builds positive relationships and generates positive results in all of her activities. Tiffany focuses on the bottom line for R&J’s clients, bringing results that move their products and services forward.

Leann drives tactical activities on a variety of R&J accounts, which include B2B clients, not-for-profit and association clients and real estate clients.  As a critical member of R&J’s account team, Leann plays a key role in client relations, developing strategic and persuasive communication materials, generating media coverage and coordinating many essential aspects of communications campaigns for our clients.

Juliana drives a wide variety of tactical activities for the agency’s clients in both traditional and social media.  Working primarily within the agency’s healthcare specialty practice area, Juliana plays a key role in generating media coverage and developing strategic communication materials which generate tangible results that help to build brands and increase market share.