Merlot Marketing CEO Debi Hammond uncorks new leadership role with PRSA Montana

Experienced agency founder joins the chapter's leadership team to guide initiatives and growth

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Merlot Marketing (Merlot) is thrilled to announce that CEO Debi Hammond has been appointed Director-at-Large for the PRSA Montana Chapter. A recognized leader with more than 25 years in the communications industry, Hammond will help guide the chapter's vision while cultivating meaningful connections within its community.

"I'm honored to join the Montana PRSA leadership team at such a dynamic time for our profession," said Hammond. "Public relations is evolving faster than ever. It's being driven by technology, creativity, and the demand for authentic connection, and I look forward to helping our chapter champion innovation, collaboration, and growth across the state and beyond."

Hammond has spent over two decades creating and leading Merlot Marketing, growing the full-service agency into a nationally recognized, award-winning PR and marketing firm. She has led campaigns for major brands, mentored rising PR talent and consistently championed innovative approaches to communications. Her leadership style combines strategic insight with creativity, helping clients achieve meaningful results while fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment.

Now, Hammond is bringing that same bold, passionate approach to PRSA Montana, helping guide initiatives, engage members and strengthen the chapter's presence both regionally and nationally. In this role, she'll focus on programs that enhance professional development, encourage networking and support PR practitioners at all stages of their careers.

"I'm thrilled to welcome our new Director-at-Large Debi Hammond, founder and CEO of Merlot Marketing to the PRSA Montana Chapter," said Belinda Adams, President of the Montana PRSA Chapter, and Communications Manager, State of Montana Department of Administration. "Debi's longstanding support of our Chapter makes her a natural fit for the board, and we're excited to welcome her expertise and leadership."

Whether at Merlot or PRSA, Hammond continues to prove that great PR is like a fine wine: it's all about balance, collaboration and leaving a lasting impression. Her appointment underscores her commitment to the profession and her enthusiasm for fostering connections that inspire creativity and growth in the PR community.

To learn more about Merlot Marketing, visit merlotmarketing.com. 

About Merlot Marketing 
Promoting brands throughout North America and Canada for more than 20 years, Merlot Marketing is an award-winning, national marketing agency specializing in consumer goods and the home and building products category. In 2022, Merlot Marketing was named Influential Agency of the Year by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and is a proud member of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). Services include public relations (PR.0™), brand strategy, social media, advertising and digital communications. Discover the agency's passion, creativity and results at www.merlotmarketing.com.

SOURCE Merlot Marketing Inc