- Many are surprised to learn that Erika Kauffman was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawai'i. Based in Los Angeles, Kauffman maintains a client portfolio in New York, California, Vancouver and Hawaii. Her entrepreneurial drive, vision, style and focused ambition are globally minded. Having established a reputable expertise in public relations, brand partnerships and VIP events, Kauffman has single-handedly represented the most prestigious brands in the islands since 1997.
Kauffman is the Founder and Principal Strategist of epr, an independent public relations consultancy. The boutique portfolio celebrates celebrity clientele, executives, restaurants, film festivals, fashion brands and several non-profit organizations. Kauffman also is a respected unit-publicist for Film and Television. epr is the leader in PR strategies for businesses wanting to strategically impact the Hawaii market . Sought after for her one-to-one, personalized, results-driven PR strategies, epr has bicoastal impact.
Prior to the establishment of epr, Kauffman spearheaded Public Relations for Halekulani Corporation, Halekulani and The Waikiki Parc Hotel directing all corporate media relations, over-seeing strategic promotions, special events and co-op marketing initiatives for the world-renowned luxury brand. While studying at Hawaii Pacific University and pursuing a European-based Humanities Communication exchange program, Kauffman lead as a senior executive for Honolulu's elite public relations agency, Becker Communications, Inc. Having traveled to more than 50 countries, Kauffman also served as Hawaii's official 'Ambassador of Aloha' as Miss Hawaii 1997 redefining history at the 75th Miss America Pageant.
Kauffman's superb communications skills, corporate efficiency and organization, vast bi-costal sector experience, fused with her keen understanding of the islands, community and talent relations, make her vital to leading brands and portfolio growth. She is business elegance and excellence at its finest.
Expert in Corporate & Organizational Strategic Planning
E-PR has extensive experience in assisting clients to determine, define, and implement organized outcome-oriented public relations strategies. These include benchmarking and communications planning to effectively reach constituents.
Media relations Talent relations Special events Public relations organization Business, feature and crisis response writing Resourcefulness and relevant relationship building within the media and community Brand compatible cross-promotions Creative multi-media solicitation Knowledge of corporate communities and their relations to one another History of effectiveness in crisis situations Ability to design and implement a communications protocol that can rapidly respond and adapt to changing conditions Strong dedication to client service and accountability Delivery with a difference- IMDb Mini Biography By: John Heckathorn
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