Rising Star Publicity

You’re doing great work.
So why doesn’t it feel like people fully understand it yet?

Clear messaging. Meaningful media coverage.

I help small businesses and nonprofits clarify what they’re really trying to say, align how that story shows up, and turn it into thoughtful visibility, especially in Columbus, Ohio and beyond.

If talking about what you do feels harder than it should, you’re not alone.

Most organizations don’t struggle because their work isn’t strong. They struggle because they’re too close to it. The message gets fuzzy. The story doesn’t land. And visibility feels inconsistent or harder than it needs to be.

That’s where I come in.

My work focuses on three connected areas:

  • Message Strategy

    Getting clear on what actually drives your work so you can explain it with confidence.

  • Communications Strategy

    Making sure that clarity shows up consistently across conversations, content, and opportunities.

  • Media Coverage

    Turning a clear, cohesive story into thoughtful visibility that builds credibility.

I work as a strategic partner, not just a pitch person.

  • I’ve built trusted relationships with journalists and producers in Columbus over more than a decade, resulting in coverage that’s intentional and meaningful.

  • I prepare clients to show up confident and clear, making them strong sources the media wants to come back to.

  • I help organizations identify what’s actually newsworthy so stories land instead of getting ignored.

  • For events and key moments, I help clients turn a short window of time into sustained visibility.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to this work.

Some clients need clarity first. Some need visibility. Many need both. I offer focused projects, campaigns, and ongoing strategic support depending on where you are and what you need next.

Ready to talk through what you’re working on?

Let’s start with a conversation.

What a Few of My Wonderful Clients Say

  • I don't know anyone who understands the power of local media opportunities better than Meredith Liepelt. Being an expert in your own back yard has so many benefits - and Meredith is the perfect person to guide you to that level of success.

    Nancy Marmolejo Personal Branding Coach

  • Meredith is top-notch and worth every penny. Having worked with multiple media relations pros, I couldn’t figure out why my books and company weren’t getting better exposure. The solution was finding Meredith.

    Karen Hough CEO of ImprovEdge

  • Meredith is AMAZING! I've spent tons of money with other PR companies and never received such immediate and meaningful results. The world needs more Merediths.

    Raj Shah Owner, Math Plus Academy

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