About Kristi Reedy

Kristi Reedy is the award-winning Founder and President of PEAR Public Relations. She is the perfect mix of strong Midwest work ethic (born and raised in Kansas City), forward-thinking professional and trends spotting storyteller. A respected expert in the lifestyle and hospitality industries, Kristi specializes in building solid client relationship, creative special events and campaigns and securing top media placements.

Prior to launching PEAR Public Relations, Kristi worked next to some of the industry's top Public Relations and Advertising leaders in companies including Station Casinos, Inc., Ameristar Casino Kansas City, Hard Rock Café, Inc. and the Gaslamp Quarter Association.

At the helm of PEAR Public Relations, Kristi is personally responsible for assisting several start-up companies in exceeding their first year goals by 400%. She has created and managed Grand Opening events and Launch Parties that scale from 10 to 4,000 people. Her dedication to building strong media relationships and staying on top of Social Media trends allows her to offer clients fresh ideas, a broadening customer base and ultimately, an increased bottom line.

In her pursuit of perfection and knowledge, Kristi continues to keep her thumb on the pulse of the PR industry with her involvement in the Public Relations Society of America - San Diego/Imperial Counties chapter. In addition, memberships in the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau, Temecula Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau and Southern California Marketing Director's Association allows her to be a reliable source for the media regarding the hospitality and lifestyle industries.

About Us

Located in Southern California, PEAR Public Relations is your #1 GO TO for Public Relations. Period. Our approach is simple, by mixing Media Relations, Community Relations, Social Media and Special Events, PEAR Public Relations will achieve (and exceed) your expectations. PR campaigns should capitalize on your brand and directly impact your bottom line - and that is what we do!

Media Relations:

At PEAR Public Relations, we know who to contact - and more importantly - we know when to contact them. We customize your news so that it is intriguing to the media and to your audience. Several approaches are considered when approaching the media on behalf of clients including:

  • Press Kit Development
  • Press Conferences
  • Targeted Media Coverage (Print, Online & Broadcast)
  • Media Tours and Events
  • Media "Topic" Monitoring (Lists, Awards, publication calendars)
  • Media Tracking

Social Media:

If you're resisting social media because it's too confusing or overwhelming - you're missing out BIG TIME!! Social Media gives you an opportunity to talk directly with your customers and potential customers. But the truth is - it is overwhelming. The rules change daily and new information and new sites pop up regularly. You need someone who can manage the conversations with your clients while still protecting your brand identity. At PEAR Public Relations, we use social media in both our personal and professional lives and realize how drastic the impact can be. We can oversee your social media campaigns by:

  • Creating and Maintaining your Facebook page
  • Creating and Maintaining your Twitter account
  • Managing and communicating Review sites like Yelp and Google Places
  • Creating and maintaining your YouTube channel
  • Researching and recommending Deal of the Day programs like Groupon, Living Social and SpreeBird 
  • Updating your blog
  • Serving as liaison between you and one of Southern California's most reputable Search Engine Marketing & Optimization companies 

Special Events:

Whether you are launching a new product or service or need to breathe life into an old one, PEAR Public Relations can create an event that will keep you on target long after the buzz has died down. From start to finish, we will create and manage your event, generate buzz about it and keep them coming back for more. By integrating our Media Relations expertise, social media strategies and innovative event ideas, your PR campaign will operate in a synergistic balance that will provide powerful results. A few events that we can create for you include:

  • Grand Openings
  • Launch Parties
  • Promotions
  • Golf Tournaments
  • Charity Fundraisers

Internal Communications:

Your front line employees are your first impression - period. Each member of your organization should serve as a brand ambassador. Let PEAR Public Relations create an internal communications campaign that is consistent with your brand. Speak to your employees, tenants, shoppers or customers by e-newsletter or email marketing. As ambassadors of your brand, you want your internal team to be consistent with the brand and cornerstones of your company. We offer the following in internal communications services:

  • Newsletter Creation & Updates (Email and other)
  • Shopper Communications
  • Tenant Communications
  • Employee Communication
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