Kinship

Introducing... Camille Jurgella, who joins the Digital Team as a Digital Specialist! Whether working with restaurants, coffee shops and beyond or just enjoying as a consumer, Camille loves discovering new places and trying new things. She's also a wine enthusiast, so highlighting wine bars or an impressive wine list is always a plus. She also has a cat named Alexis!

We're thrilled to introduce Alexandra Daher, who joined our Digital Team as a Digital Specialist! Originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, Alex graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a BA in Communication Studies. Her most recent role was in Marketing Promotions for restaurants. Alex is excited to work with a creative team, contribute to meaningful brand campaigns, and grow her skills within a supportive and fun-loving company. In her free time, she plays the piano, sings and is into fashion.

We're thrilled to kick this week off by sharing that Rachel Busler has been promoted to Media Relations Manager! In her three years since beginning with us as an intern, she's shown herself to be one of the biggest team players. She's a tenacious, exhaustive publicist and a wildly creative, attentive and thorough leader—all with the brightest smile and megawatt optimism.

We're excited to welcome Colleen Claffy to the Social Media Team as a Social Media Specialist! Colleen is a true Chicagoan, always on the move to explore the latest restaurants. Her passion for social media marketing ignited during her undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa, leading her to a full-time role as a Social Media Marketing Manager in the apparel industry. Outside of work, Colleen enjoys exercising, being out on the water, traveling, sharing laughs with friends, and experimenting with new food and drink recipes.

We're growing! This week, we welcomed Ciara Schroeder to the Social Media Team. Originally from the Natural State, Ciara graduated from the University of Arkansas with a journalism degree. She decided to pack up her things and move to Denver, where she found her true passion in hospitality and built her experience working with premium and luxury hotels. When Ciara is not working on marketing campaigns, you can find her at the newest happy hour spot or attending a concert.

Happy first KinBirthday, Mary Cate Connell! Within her first year, she's immersed herself in all things creative programming, partnerships, outreach and account leading, creating impactful campaigns for our partners and fostering impressive relationships. Mary Cate, you brighten up any room and are just a delight to work with. We can't wait to see what this year two of Strategist looks like on you. Congrats!

Our Social Media Team is expanding! This week, we welcome Ashley Neff as a Paid Social Media Manager, adding Kinship's presence to Virginia. With 6+ years of marketing experience and a lifetime of hospitality insights, Ashley crafts campaigns as carefully as she tends her garden. Her philosophy? "Great social media, like great hospitality, is about creating memorable experiences." When not online, you’ll find her exploring vineyards or uncovering hidden culinary treasures, always with an eye for the next great story to share. Welcome to the team, Ashley!

New week, new team members! 👏 Today, we welcome Brianna Sachs, our new Media Relations Manager. Originally from sunny Boca Raton, FL, she's been living in Chicago for the past six years. Brianna has spent nearly seven years on the agency side working across different industries, but nothing energizes her more than working with hotels and restaurants. Outside of work, she loves exploring Chicago’s vibrant food scene and drawing inspiration for her next creative project. She's recently taken up running and training for her first 10K in November. Welcome to the team, Brianna!

Join us in congratulating Shannon Regan on her promotion to Digital Strategist! 🎉 Shannon is reliable and steadfast—recently, she was described as a "laser," which could not be more spot-on. The sense of trust she has fostered with her partners is laudable—and the result of a lot of hard work and thoughtful strategy. We can't wait to watch you grow in this new role. Well done, Shannon!

Love is in the air... especially for Mariah Scott! Join us in congratulating her and her fiancé on their engagement. ❤️