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Founder & Principal

Stephanie Blake has nearly 25 years of experience in strategic communications and public relations practice and education. With in-depth knowledge of, and experience in, communication planning and implementation, along with a strong background in research, Stephanie brings a unique combination of expertise, professionalism and creativity to all projects.

In 2011, she founded Blake Communications, leading a team that executed public relations for more than 60 nonprofit, small business and creative industry clients for more than a decade.

In 2023, Stephanie turned Blake Communications’ focus to public relations strategy only, while launching a new business, Publiassist. Publiassist is an online space offering courses, support and community for those seeking the knowledge, skills and tools for ongoing public relations strategy and execution.

Stephanie received her Ph.D. in mass communication from the University of Minnesota, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, an M.S. in public relations from the University of Denver and a B.A. in English from the College of Wooster.

Prior to launching Blake Communications Stephanie was assistant professor of communication at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs where she developed a strategic communication program for the department and taught courses in public relations and mass communication. Stephanie has held adjunct professor positions at University of Colorado Boulder and University of Denver, University College, where she also assisted with curriculum development.