
Our Team
OUR TEAM
Our team members are strategically positioned in major aerospace and defense markets throughout the country to best meet customer needs.
Houston, TX | Huntsville, AL | Space Coast, FL | Washington D.C. | Los Angeles, CA
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GWEN GRIFFIN
Founder & CEO
Since launching the agency in 1997, Gwen has led the Griffin team in developing and executing strategic communications campaigns and programs for both consumer and trade audiences. As CEO, Gwen focuses on strategic planning and advocacy for the agency and its clients. ​​

JEFF CARR
President
Jeff has deep understanding of the complexities, risks and opportunities in space exploration and development. His vast industry experience and storytelling expertise shortens the learning curve for a client. He easily articulates “the big ideas” that drive strategies to success. 

LAUREN QUESADA
Chief Operating Officer
Lauren works closely with our account teams to exceed client expectations through strategic partnership and exceptional service. With a communicative leadership style and a passion for staff development, she helps the team deliver creativity, value and powerful client results.

VALERIA CARCANO
Director, Finance
Val works closely with the executive team to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals. She oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and risk management, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations and company policies.

SARA SHELL
Account Manager
Sara brings a different perspective to Griffin’s media relations expertise, having spent more than a decade as a newspaper reporter. As Senior Account Executive, she leads clients in developing press engagement/communications strategies, social media planning and other content pieces.

CHRISTOPHER BOWKER
Account Executive
Chris excels at media relations and social media with his strategic and results-driven approach. From drafting news releases and media pitching to developing social campaigns and coordinating events, he ensures clients’ messages are engaging, on-brand and positioned for maximum impact.
We’re always on the hunt for A-list talent to join our team.
We are only as passionate as those who make up our company. A dedicated team is what makes our clients happy and our agency successful.






