Rachel E. LEPOUDRE, APR
Founder

Rachel is a trusted advisor who can can connect dots across multiple verticals, reads the current landscape fast, and is relentless to meet communication needs. A strategic and creative self-starter who founded REP PR in an effort to be a resource that provides a range of services under one roof. She has more than 20 years helping thought leaders, executives and organizations achieve their communications, digital and media goals by developing stories that land prominent media and social placements, generate views and create momentum for clients. She has helped secure new relationships and grow existing connections between organizations and members of the media and community leaders.

Her combined nonprofit, agency and corporate public relations experience make her a sharp generalist with a focus on digital and integrated marketing communications. She has a well-rounded background across an array of industries including consumer, outdoor, healthcare, financial, education, construction, retail, and nonprofit, in addition to an extensive portfolio of automotive brands.

Rachel constantly explores and assimilates new, proven trends in social media and technology into processes to better hone targeted campaigns for clients. Rachel was elected to the PRSA Detroit Executive Board and serves as president-elect for 2026-2027, she is accredited and holds a bachelor’s in advertising & public relations from Grand Valley State University and a master’s in communications from Purdue University.

Rebecca PICCIRILLI
Lead Copywriter

Rebecca is a versatile and detail-oriented communications professional with thirteen years of extensive expertise across copywriting, editing, and technical writing. She has a proven track record of translating complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation while crafting persuasive, audience-focused copy aligned with brand strategy. Skilled in structural editing, she is an information architect, and refinines content for tonal consistency across digital and print media. Rebecca holds a bachelor’s in Writing and Rhetoric from Oakland University.

Amanda Partain
SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIST

Amanda brings expertise in social media marketing, creative design, entrepreneurship, and the health and wellness industry. She combines strategic insight with a passion for helping brands build their presence, connect with their audiences, and grow their businesses. Amanda graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor’s in Community Development, with a concentration in Health Science.