LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (March 6, 2024) — MHP/Team SI has hired Lauren Stephens as a public relations account executive. In this role, Stephens acts as the primary point of contact between the agency, its clients and the media, building positive relationships between clients and their target audiences and developing strategic public relations plans that align with client objectives.
“Lauren has already proven herself a valuable asset to our nationally recognized PR team,” said Kristen Nicholson, shareholder and vice president of public relations for MHP/Team SI. “Her unique experience working with brands both nationally and internationally is an excellent addition to our team.”
A native of Conway, Ark., Stephens graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2014 with a bachelors degree in public relations and a minor in digital filmmaking. Before joining the agency, she worked as marketing and communications director for Curry’s Termite, Pest & Animal Control, her family’s business, at its Little Rock, Pine Bluff and Monticello locations.
“I am thankful for the opportunity to join such a dynamic team and contribute to the continued success and growth of the agency,” said Stephens. “I already feel right at home at MHP/Team SI, and I can’t imagine a better place to hone my skills and share my expertise.”
Her additional experience includes working as an assistant account executive for global marketing and public relations agency, Rogers & Cowan (R&CPMK) in New York where she gained experience working with multi-million dollar luxury, lifestyle and entertainment brands. Stephens started her career in 2009 as an entertainment reporter for HollywoodTeenZine in Los Angeles. A new member of the Arkansas Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), Stephens is dedicated to enhancing her professional skills and networking with other public relations professionals in the state.
