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Jodie Buenning

Founder & Principal Strategist

Jodie is the principal strategist and supports account teams across the organization. JBS is her second agency. In the early 2000s, she founded Sequoia Public Relations, an education public relations agency. 

A consummate connector and creative collaborator, Jodie is driven by a passion for bringing stories to light. She listens intently and focuses on mapping the right approach to deliver desired results, ensuring the client’s goals are met.

It takes a village.

Through working with JBS, clients gain access to a network of professionals and friends, some of whom Jodie has been working with for 30+ years. The core team of strategic advisors is comprised of an accomplished and multi-talented team specializing in marketing, communications, and design. 

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Sharon Singh
Communications & PR

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Ellen Ullman
Content strategy & Marketing

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Cat Pozo-Olano
Marketing & Graphic Design

We don’t just respond to your needs, we anticipate them.

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