Curley & Pynn Public Relations

07/21/2026

Earlier this summer, 40 emerging musicians traveled to Sarasota to participate in the Sarasota Music Festival. Selected through a highly competitive audition process from more than 450 applicants representing colleges, conservatories and music programs around the world, the Fellows spent two weeks learning and performing alongside more than 20 distinguished faculty artists.


The Festival is not only an intensive training experience for the next generation of musicians. It is also an opportunity for Sarasota Orchestra to demonstrate its leadership in music education, strengthen its reputation and extend its impact to communities around the world.

Our team led a strategic media relations campaign that brought each Fellow’s story home, celebrating their selection while highlighting the musical journeys, mentors and aspirations that brought them to Sarasota. By connecting Sarasota Orchestra’s work to the people and communities represented at the Festival, the campaign helped build visibility for both the Fellows and the organization behind this transformative experience.

The campaign resulted in more than 10 media placements across three countries, generating more than 3.3 million potential media impressions.

Check out some of the coverage below:

🎶The Red Deer Advocate (Canada): https://reddeeradvocate.com/2026/06/11/red-deer-cellist-selected-to-study-at-sarasota-music-festival/
🎶24/7 Valencia (Spain): https://247valencia.com/valencian-violinist-gabriela-salvador-riera-grows-into-her-voice-at-the-sarasota-music-festival/
🎶KRGV (Texas): https://www.krgv.com/news/made-in-the-956-rio-grande-city-musician-earns-spot-at-national-music-festival
🎶North Gwinnett Voice (Georgia): https://northgwinnettvoice.com/buford-native-kevin-jin-earns-spot-at-prestigious-sarasota-music-festival/
🎶Valpo Life (Indiana): https://greatnews.life/article/a-valpo-life-in-the-spotlight-dominick-travis/?region=valpo

05/22/2026

One year ago today, we proudly supported Universal Orlando Resort as it opened the gates to Epic Universe, marking the first new major theme park to open in Orlando in more than two decades.

For our team, it was more than a grand opening. It was another milestone in a client partnership that began in 1988.

From spokesperson training to opening-week media moments, our team was proud to work alongside Universal Orlando’s outstanding PR and corporate communications teams to help bring this historic moment to life. We’ve had the privilege of supporting every Universal Orlando Resort park opening since 1990, and Epic Universe added an unforgettable new chapter to that story.

Congratulations to our friends and partners at Universal Orlando Resort on one Epic year. We’re proud to have been part of the ride. 🌍

05/20/2026

A board member who can explain why they volunteer.
A donor who can share what inspired them to give.
A staff member who can tell the story behind the numbers.
A supporter who can make the mission feel personal.

These voices are powerful. The challenge is knowing how and when to engage them, and how to align them with your core message.

Jackie Kelvington shares how in her latest blog. Read it here:

Learn how mission-driven organizations can turn trusted voices into confident ambassadors who share authentic stories, build credibility and inspire action.

05/18/2026

Congratulations, Gisselle García! 🎉

We are so proud to celebrate Gisselle, who has been selected as FPRA Orlando’s 2026 Joe Curley Rising Leader nominee.

This recognition is especially meaningful to our team, celebrating the legacy of our co-founder Joe Curley and honoring an emerging leader.

Thank you, FPRA Orlando Area Chapter, for recognizing Gisselle’s talent, dedication and drive. We couldn’t be prouder to cheer her on!

Special thanks to Juliette Gebken-Mayi for surprising her with the news and making the moment so special!

05/15/2026

Welcome to Curley & Pynn, Ella! ⭐️

Ella recently earned her bachelor’s degree in communication studies from Rollins College and is now on an accelerated path to earn her MBA with a concentration in marketing next spring.

Outside of work, Ella enjoys reading, cooking, trying new coffee spots, cheering on University of Tennessee football and listening to Taylor Swift, Noah Kahan, Miley Cyrus and ’80s rock (music to Dan Ward, APR, CPRC’s ears!).

We’re so glad to have you with us, Ella.

05/15/2026

Career growth rarely happens by accident. It takes clarity, relationships, strategy and the confidence to keep moving forward.

We’re proud to share that our president, Kacie Escobar, MBA, APR, will join UCF Alumni and the College of Sciences for Beyond the Middle: Skills, Strategy and Career Momentum, a webinar designed for professionals looking to grow into leadership roles and prepare for their next chapter.

As a proud AlumKnight and communications leader, Kacie will share insights on navigating career growth, building meaningful professional relationships and developing the mindset needed to lead with purpose.

👉 Register here: https://foundation.ucf.edu/BeyondTheMiddle

05/14/2026

We're excited to share that Curley & Pynn has been welcomed as the newest member of The Giving Institute, the key professional association of for-profit providers who serve the nonprofit sector in amplifying generosity.

We are grateful for the opportunity to join some of the most respected philanthropic leaders who share our dedication to creating lasting change in people's lives.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Curley & Pynn! 💐

Today, we’re celebrating the moms on our team and the moms who raised, shaped and inspired our team members.

To all the moms and mother figures in our lives, thank you.

04/30/2026

ICYMI: Ted Lasso is coming back for Season 4, which means it’s officially time to again. ⚽

It also gives us the perfect excuse to revisit this blog from C&P Senior Strategist Sarah Kelliher, APR, on what Ted Lasso can teach us about internal communications.

Spoiler: It’s not just about optimism, biscuits or a handwritten sign above the door.

It’s about making sure your team hears important news directly, understands the mission and feels included in the moments that shape your organization... all pointers inspired by Coach Lasso himself.

Check it out to learn how you can master your internal communications strategy. 👉

Explore how the popular TV show “Ted Lasso” can offer valuable insights for developing an effective internal communications strategy. Learn the significance of empathy, trust and belief in enhancing communication within your organization. Read more on Taking Aim.

04/28/2026

These images may be AI-generated, but the strategic superpowers are very real. 😄💪

Happy from your friendly neighborhood PR pros! 🦹🦸‍♀️