JDPR

05/07/2026

We’re excited to announce a new era at JDPR with agency veteran Matt Lochel assuming the role of president and CEO.

For more than a decade, Matt has played a key role in the agency’s growth — supporting leadership, strengthening client teams, shaping strategy and expanding service offerings. As JDPR continues to evolve, our strategy-first approach and earned media expertise remain at the heart of how we help brands grow and stand out as a full-service marketing communications agency with one goal: to exceed our clients' expectations.

03/11/2026

03/06/2026

The PGA Show, golf’s premier trade show hosted annually in Orlando, brings together the sport’s leading innovations from apparel to equipment and so much more. This year, the JDPR team exceeded expectations, supporting five clients in launching groundbreaking products and driving industry buzz.

Learn how JDPR helped showcase success for Bridgestone Golf, Cobra Golf, FlightScope, Puma Golf and Turtleson at the 2026 PGA Show: https://www.jdpr.com/blog-post/jdprs-golf-clients-find-continued-success-at-pga-show-2026/

03/04/2026

Our team is growing! We're hiring a full-time Agency Operations & Administrative Manager to partner with agency leadership and provide support for our client service teams.

For a full job description and list of responsibilities and qualifications, visit jdpr.com/about-us/

Are you ready to join an active and engaged team in a professional-yet-fun environment? Qualified applicants should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected].

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This position requires exemplary organizational, communication and time management skills, as this person will serve as a key internal partner, ensuring strong financial oversight, streamlined processes and agency-wide support. The ideal candidate has a background in communication and/or project management, as well as general AR/AP bookkeeping experience.

Includes salary and full benefits, including health insurance, 401k matching, generous family leave, PTO and 'creative renewal.'

02/25/2026

2025 was a huge year for JDPR, with so much to celebrate as a team professionally and personally.

From client travel, event support and earned media to new team members, puzzle competitions and the initiation of group microwalks, 2025 was one for the books. Check out some of our top stats from the year and stay tuned as we’ve got an even bigger 2026 headed your way!

And if you see us walking around the Edinburgh Ct. parking lot, stop and say hi or bring us a cup of coffee ☕️

02/23/2026

The application for the Summer 2026 JDPR Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP) is open! We are looking for motivated and qualified candidates for this 12-15 week internship that provides students with hands-on, real world experiences in public relations and mar-comm.

If you or someone you know would be a good fit, apply on our website.

The application closes March 23.

12/22/2025

In November, the JDPR team spent the weekend in the mountains with our longtime client Highlands Festivals, Inc. at Highlands Food & Wine 🍽️⛰️🍷

This year, Highlands Food & Wine celebrated 10 years of bringing together award-winning chefs, winemakers and tastemakers in Highlands, NC for a standout culinary weekend. Set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the festival blends elevated food and drink with the charm and community of a beloved mountain town alongside live music and performances. From thoughtfully curated events to an incredible lineup of talent, the festival continues to grow into one of the Southeast’s most anticipated food and wine experiences.

Huge thanks to the chefs, musicians, crew, vendors, partners and everyone behind the scenes who made this milestone year so special. We’re proud to help tell the story and look forward to next year.

Up next: HFW's sister festival, Bear Shadow 🎶 Tickets available now. Don’t miss it!

12/20/2025

Employee spotlight: New team member edition!

Help us welcome our newest assistant account executive, Kaitlyn Turnell! As an AAE, she will use her expertise in communication, social media, reporting and analytics to support our lifestyle, healthcare and outdoor power equipment clients.

Kaitlyn joins JDPR as a recent Clemson University graduate, where she majored in economics and minored in art and communication. Prior to joining JDPR, she worked at a marketing and advertising agency as well as multiple university publications as the head of layout and design. Most recently, Kaitlyn participated in JDPR's Executive Management Assistance Program as one of our stellar fall interns.

In her free time, Kaitlyn enjoys practicing yoga, reading, hanging out with her friends and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals.

We are thrilled to welcome Kaitlyn to the JDPR family! Learn more about Kaitlyn at the link in our bio.

12/17/2025

Fall at JDPR was packed with client travel, trade shows, product launches and more. We are finishing out the year strong with plenty of client wins to celebrate!

Check out some highlights from October and November here.

12/12/2025

JDPR facilitated the launch of one of landscaping's next big innovations at two of the biggest industry trade shows, positioning Kress Commercial as an industry-leading game changer.

JDPR’s strategic outreach and media relationships provide measurable value to brands, especially apparent through industry events and trade shows. Read more about it here: https://www.jdpr.com/blog-post/jdpr-facilitates-launch-of-industry-innovation-at-two-biggest-ope-shows/