BRG Communications Adds Four Senior Leaders Amid Continued Agency Growth in Healthcare Communications

New appointments expand client leadership and deepen expertise in research, insights and digital strategy

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BRG Communications (BRG), an award-winning healthcare public relations agency based in the Washington, D.C. area, announced four senior appointments: Caitlin Chase and Leanne Stone as vice president, managing directors, Brandon Kenah as director of research, insights and measurement, and Vijaya Singh as director of digital strategy and integrated visibility. The hires add experienced client leadership, deepen the agency's research, insights and digital expertise, and support its continued growth.

These appointments come as BRG Communications celebrates its 25th anniversary, following six consecutive years of double-digit revenue growth and a 38% increase in team size over the past year. These investments reflect the agency's commitment to building on its established strengths, creating opportunities for its tenured team members and bringing deeper expertise to the organizations it serves.

"One of the most rewarding parts of our growth is the opportunity it creates — for our people to expand their careers, for our clients to benefit from greater depth of expertise and for BRG to take on increasingly complex challenges," said Jane Barwis, president and CEO of BRG Communications. "We're intentionally bringing in experienced leaders who add new perspectives and capabilities while creating room for our long-standing team members to grow into expanded roles. It's about building on the strengths that got us here while continually raising what we're able to deliver."

Expanding Senior Client Leadership

Caitlin Chase, Vice President, Managing Director, brings extensive experience guiding strategic communications, reputation and stakeholder engagement for organizations working at the intersection of healthcare, innovation and social impact. Her background includes leadership roles at XPRIZE Foundation and the American Heart Association, where she helped translate complex issues into compelling narratives and integrate communications programs. Chase brings expertise in strategic positioning, thought leadership and mission-driven communications, strengthening BRG's counsel to organizations navigating complex challenges and working to advance meaningful change.

Leanne Stone, Vice President, Managing Director, brings deep experience leading integrated marketing and communications programs for global healthcare and consumer brands. Most recently with Burson, Stone has led multidisciplinary teams and large-scale campaigns for clients including Novo Nordisk on drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy. Her expertise in brand strategy, creative development, earned and paid media, and integrated communications strengthens BRG Communications' ability to develop programs that connect audience insights, compelling storytelling, and measurable business outcomes.

Together, Chase and Stone strengthen BRG's senior client leadership, providing additional strategic counsel, cross-disciplinary expertise and capacity to support the agency's expanding portfolio of clients.

Deepening Research, Insights and Digital Expertise

Brandon Kenah, Director of Research, Insights and Measurement, brings more than a decade of experience using research, analytics and measurement to inform communications strategy across healthcare, life sciences and consumer industries. Previously with Lippe Taylor and Burson, Kenah has led research and audience intelligence programs that shape brand positioning, messaging and campaign development. At BRG, he will help deepen the integration of research and insights across client work, strengthening the foundation for strategic recommendations, identifying new opportunities and advancing the agency's ability to measure communications effectiveness.

Vijaya Singh, Director of Digital Strategy, brings more than 10 years of experience developing data-driven digital communications and integrated campaigns for healthcare, technology and emerging brands. Her background includes roles with Mount Sinai, Zeno Group, and D2 Creative, where she developed digital strategies, audience engagement programs, and performance-driven campaigns. At BRG, Singh will deepen the agency's digital strategy expertise, helping clients connect audience intelligence, creative content and emerging technologies to build engagement and deliver measurable results.

The additions of Kenah and Singh build on BRG Communications' established research and digital offerings, bringing added leadership, specialized expertise and new approaches that can be applied across the agency's client portfolio.

As BRG marks 25 years of Communications for Better Living, these investments underscore the agency's commitment to growing with intention, bringing together the talent, experience and capabilities to support its people, strengthen client partnerships and deliver work that makes a difference.

About BRG Communications

Founded in 2001, BRG Communications is a top-ranked PR agency, delivering award-winning communications dedicated to Communications for Better Living. Specializing in healthcare, wellness and organizations advancing better living, BRG partners with corporations, associations and nonprofit organizations to build reputations, inspire action and create meaningful impact. Recognized as PRWeek's 2026 Outstanding Small Agency, BRG combines deep sector knowledge, strategic creativity and a commitment to its clients and people. Learn more at www.brgcommunications.com.

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