MEET OUR TEAM
CEO + Owner
Shannon leads the firm’s strategy, client partnerships, and regional growth. Since joining the agency, she has helped expand its client portfolio across Georgia and the Southeast. Shannon is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism. She began her career in the news industry, shaping her strategic storytelling approach.
SHANNON PHILLIPS
CEO + Owner
Founder + Senior Strategist
Jennifer founded this award-winning firm in 2000. With more than 30 years of experience, she has provided strategic counsel to more than 200 companies, nonprofits, and municipalities. She previously served as Executive Director of Savannah’s Olympic Committee in preparation for the 1996 Olympic Yachting Competition.
JENNIFER ABSHIRE
Founder + Senior Strategist
Vice President
Susan serves as President of Abshire Public Relations and has held the role since 2005. With more than 40 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and strategic development, she previously spent 16 years with United Way of the Coastal Empire helping raise more than $100 million for the Savannah community.
SUSAN HANCOCK
Vice President
Account Manager
Kylie Vickers is an Account Manager at Abshire Public Relations, supporting client communications, content development, social media strategy, and events. She joined the firm in 2025 after graduating from Georgia Southern University and brings experience in digital communications and athletic media relations.
Kylie Vickers
Account Manager