"Myers Public Relations delivers exceptional service with a friendly, highly knowledgeable and responsive staff. Time and again we have experienced their ability to gain great visibility for our organization and for many of our members."
Tracey White, President & CEO, Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce
The Team
Following is an overview of the Myers PR team along with their individual areas of expertise. The Myers PR team is “at the ready” to support your goals.
Marion C. Myers, President
Marion has extensive experience in marketing and public relations. She specializes in strategic planning, multi-media promotion of special events, community outreach and public relations for commercial and residential real estate, and the promotion of economic development and tourism. Her commitment and leadership in community and business organizations have provided her with an extensive local and regional network to draw from. Marion is a former Board member of Leadership Fairfax, Inc., and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Initiative for Public Arts - Reston and the Reston Historic Trust. She is also a Past Chairman of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce and remains on the Board. Marion has been an advocate for MCCP, either on the Executive Committee or the advisory Committee, since 1996. Marion established Myers PR in 1991. Contact
Carol Nahorniak, Creative Director
Responsible for management and execution of special projects, PR, media research, and advertising placement. Carol joined Myers PR in 1999 with an extensive background in newspaper reporting, editing, photography, and graphics management. Carol has developed a standing, dependable relationship with media editors, reporters, bloggers, promotions departments and advertising executives in the Washington, DC region for multi-media promotion of special events and venues. Staying on budget is Carol’s forte. She has also maintained an active community volunteer career on the board of the Reston Historic Trust as Secretary, and as developer, co-chair of the annual Reston Home Tour since 2001. Contact
Billie Nicolotti, Project & Event Manager
Responsible for coordination, production and management of events at Reston Town Center. A 2000 graduate of Oklahoma State University, Billie joined Myers PR in 2005, coming from a background in event production, nation-wide marketing direction, and graphic design. Billie is a 2008 graduate of the Leadership Fairfax Emerging Leaders Institute. Contact
Bridget Anderson, Project & Event Manager - Responsible for business development and project management. Bridget has 20+ years experience in marketing communications to include developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive marketing and public relations campaigns. She manages numerous communication initiatives and outreach programs for a variety of Myers PR clients. She is a 1998 graduate of Leadership Fairfax and joined Myers PR in 2007. Contact
Kate Meier, Graphics and Online Marketing Manager – Specializing in Web 2.0 technology and creative media strategies, Kate brings an in-depth understanding and aptitude for integrating new media with traditional media campaigns. She is also a trained and seasoned graphic artist. Kate joined Myers PR in 2008 after serving as Communications Director at the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. Her background includes managing online marketing and communications with state, national and international associations. Kate is currently enrolled in the Leadership Fairfax Emerging Leaders Institute. Contact
Arja Sahramaa, Finance Manager
Responsible for accounting and administrative support. Arja joined the Myers PR team in 2005 with an exceptional background in bookkeeping, administration, and writing/editing. Arja is also responsible for posting and monitoring online promotions, plus tracking and clipping of traditional media promotions. She also works for the Reston Museum in a similar capacity. Contact
Paul Myers, Program Support
Responsible for IT and organizing internal reporting systems. Paul has an MBA and more than 20 years experience developing data collection and processing systems for government and commercial clients. He has extensive experience as an administrator for government contractors and accounting departments. He is also responsible for Myers PR's accounting and payroll services. Contact
The Team
Headshots courtesy of Jim Kirby Photography.
Group photo provided by David Madison Photography.