Minnesota purpose-driven strategic communication firm

Beehive Strategic Communication is a purpose-driven strategic communication firm that uses the power of communication to build better businesses.

We solve complex business challenges and help clients meet the rising expectations of their employees, partners, customers and communities. We work nationally and globally with leading brands in health care and life sciences, financial services, professional services, commercial real estate and construction, and energy and environmental services. As a certified B Corporation, Beehive meets the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose.

Our Values

Our values define who we are and how we operate in the world.

A Growth mindset and curiosity help businesses grow
Positivity inspires fresh thinking and great results
Equity is essential for a safe, anti-racist, anti-discriminatory organization and culture
Integrity — in our work, energy and actions — is foundational
The Courage to lead change makes everything possible
Action fuels momentum, drives results and delivers growth
Authenticity and genuine connections earn trust
Collaboration leverages strengths and supports success
Well-being is the foundation

		Beehive is proud to be a Certified B Corporation. Certified B Corporations are businesses that meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose.
		We use the Entrepreneurial Operating System® to encourage focus, discipline and accountability in our team.

Our Team

Lisa Hannum

CEO

Abigail Greenheck

Group Senior Vice President

Amy Hahn

Account Director

Ayme Zemke

EVP, Client Service & Certified Crisis Communication Leader

Becky McNamara

CFO

Jacquie Fiorillo

Account Strategist

Karen Schultz

Senior Director of Business Development

Katy O’Neill

Account Strategist

Kevin Wong

Design Director

Madeline Weis

Account Coordinator

Marie Renckens

Senior Account Director

Nicki Gibbs

Chief Strategy Officer

Rebecca Martin

SVP, Culture & Talent

Trish Scorpio

Senior Account Director

Beehive is actively working to ensure our employee population continuously becomes more diverse (e.g., age, race, sex,. gender, identity, ability).

You can see our team today consists primarily of white women. What you can’t see is that our team also represents non-apparent identities like LGBTQ+, ages and disability.
Even if you don’t see yourself represented on our team today, know that you will be seen, heard, valued and welcome at Beehive. Your experiences, input, ideas, creativity and unique point of view will make our team smarter and more creative and impactful.

Karen Schultz

Senior Director of Business Development

kschultz@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2252

About

(she/her)

Karen brings positive energy, drive and curiosity to new and developing business relationships. She is courageous, goals-driven and demonstrates grace under pressure. Karen has the experience, skills and confidence to collaborate successfully and make great things happen.

Industry Experience

Energy
Healthcare
Hospitality
Non-profit
Non-profit Manufacturing
Professional services
Retail
Technology
Transportation

Memberships

Environmental Initiative
MIMA
University of Minnesota School of Journalism and Mass Communication Alumni Society Board

Strengths

Input
Activator
Achiever
Responsibility
Ideation

Career Experience

OneAirSpace
Riley Hayes Advertising
Clarity Coverdale Fury
Gage (formerly LaBreche)
Energy Resources

Trish Scorpio

Senior Account Director

tscorpio@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2243

About

(she/her)

Trish is committed to excellence – for herself, her teams and her clients. Her positive outlook, honest counsel, passion for learning and collaborative leadership style bring out the best in situations and people. When Trish is involved, organizations thrive and everything levels up.

Brand Experience

GiveMN
Prime Therapeutics
North Memorial Health
Servion
GEHA

Membership

PRSA

Strengths

Maximizer
Responsibility
Positivity
Discipline
Learner

Career Experience

Midwest Dairy
Land O' Lakes
Kohnstamm Communications
Honeywell
Weber Shandwick

Katy O’Neill

Account Strategist

koneill@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2248

About

(she/her)

Katy starts every opportunity asking one critical question: “Why?” Her curiosity, obsession for learning and love of a challenge drive Katy to produce fresh, well-researched work that hits the mark. Her accountability, warmth and wit make collaboration a pleasure.

Brand Experience

3M
Adolfson & Peterson Construction
Rasmussen University
ScaleReady
SeaChange Print Innovations
The Good Clinic

Membership

Communication committee co-chair, PRSA
Social media chair, Minnesota B Local

Strengths

Achiever
Input
Learner
Responsibility
Intellection

Madeline Weis

Account Coordinator

mweis@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2249

About

(she/her)

Madeline brings focus, attention to detail, innovation and speed to every project she manages. She has the ability to get the job done — brilliantly — in a business environment defined by continual change. Madeline’s team and clients appreciate her steadiness and ability to balance efficiency with quality.

Brand Experience

BEHR Paint Company
Danone North America
North Memorial Health
Rasmussen College
University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Certifications

Hootsuite Certifed
Competitive Analysis and Keyword Certification, SEMrush

Strengths

Strategic
Discipline
Achiever
Futuristic
Focus

Career Experience

ICF Next
University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Marie Renckens

Senior Account Director

mrenckens@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2239

About

(she/her)

Marie knows smart data drives insights, ideas and meaningful outcomes. Her innate curiosity and clarity of purpose make her brilliant at simplifying the complex and solving business challenges. Marie quickly earns trust through her genuine partnership, strategic perspective and results-driven approach.

Brand Experience

3M
Ecolab
Ergotron
Rasmussen University
GEHA
Beaumont

Certification

Data & Digital Certification for PR Pros, PR Council

Strengths

Individualization
Relator
Communication
Input
Strategic

Career Experience

Gyro
Lipman Hearne

Kevin Wong

Design Director

kwong@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2247

About

(he/him)

Kevin’s super power is balance. He artfully balances the creative and strategic, using visual communication to inspire engagement and growth. He easily navigates changing priorities with focus and flawless delivery. And he balances reflection with forward-thinking solutions to design new ways to connect and elevate.

Brand Experience

3M
Beaumont Health
Deluxe Corporation
GEHA
Minnesota Medical Association
University of Minnesota Health

Certifications

Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner, IBM
Data and Digital Certification for PR Pros
LinkedIn Marketing Solutions

Strengths

Learner
Maximizer
Strategic
Belief
Relator

Career Experience

University of Northwestern — St. Paul
Feed My Starving Children
Emmons and Olivier Resources

Amy Hahn

Account Director

ahahn@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2250

About

(she/her)

Amy is a talented writer and communicator who can quickly articulate complex concepts and information into messages that capture audience attention and inspire action. Resourceful, accountable and organized, Amy executes work impeccably all while maintaining a good sense of humor and a strong emphasis on collaboration. Read more about Amy.

Brand Experience

CT Corporation
Ecolab
North Memorial Health
Prime Therapeutics
University of Minnesota

Strengths

Strategic
Input
Responsibility
Learner
Communication

Career Experience

Ecolab
Nagios Enterprises
Tiger Oak Media
University of Minnesota

Abigail Greenheck

Group Senior Vice President

agreenheck@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2240

About

(she/her)

Abigail is unflappable, even in the most challenging situations. She approaches each new opportunity with vision, curiosity and discernment. Clients value Abigail’s positive attitude, creative strategies and honest counsel. Her energy and belief in what’s possible bring light to the room.

Brand Experience

Adolfson & Peterson
Beaumont Health
General Mills
Minnesota Medical Association
Royal Canin
University of Minnesota Health

Membership

Board, Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety

Strengths

Strategic
Individualization
Arranger
Communication
Learner

Career Experience

Olson
Adsoka
University of St. Thomas

Lisa Hannum

CEO

lhannum@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2233

About

(she/her)

Lisa believes the power of communication builds better businesses for a better world. She has the vision to see what’s possible, when the page is blank and during transformation. Her ability to make meaningful connections between insights, strategies and actions strengthens businesses in ways that create enduring value and growth. Executive leaders rely on her for fresh perspectives and trust her when the stakes are high.

Brand Experience

Beaumont
Deluxe Corp.
GEHA
Salo
University of Minnesota Health
Verizon

Certifications

WBENC, Certified Woman-Owned Business
Certificated B Corporation

Memberships

B Lab
PR Council
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
Women Presidents Organization (WPO)
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

Strengths

Strategic
Activator
Input
Ideation
Learner

Career Experience

Spong PR
Bozell Worldwide
Ergodyne

Ayme Zemke

EVP, Client Service & Certified Crisis Communication Leader

azemke@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2235

About

(she/her)

Ayme has the gift of understanding – the ability to see people’s needs and make meaningful connections that build trust. But that’s just part of what makes her a master of client service. Her clients and teams quickly learn that her insights get to the heart of what really matters to move businesses forward with purpose.

Certified in Crisis Communication and Reputation Risk Management | PRSA

Brand Experience

Adolfson & Peterson
Beaumont Health
Deluxe Corp.
GEHA
North Memorial Health
Salo

Certification

APR, PRSA

Membership

Board, PRSA

Strengths

Positivity
Communication
Relator
Developer
Empathy

Career Experience

Padilla Speer Beardsley

Rebecca Martin

SVP, Culture & Talent

rmartin@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2236

About

(she/her)

Rebecca is the heart and soul behind our energized team. Her gift is seeing the potential in everyone and drawing out their best. She is the keeper of Beehive’s culture, leading programs like BeWell so our people have the tools and support they need to be healthy, connected and productive. Rebecca believes making Beehive a great place to work is good for us, and good for our clients.

Strengths

Relator
Individualization
Empathy
Achiever
Arranger

Memberships

B Local Minnesota, Leadership committee
Public Relations Society of America, MN Chapter Student Relations committee
Twin Cities Society for Human Resources Management

Career Experience

Weber Shandwick

Becky McNamara

CFO

bmcnamara@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2246

About

(she/her)

Becky combines strong analytical skills with a keen emphasis on people and relationships. She has a gift for diving deep into intricate financial and operational information, breaking down variables and determining solutions that grow the business, support the culture and empower employees.

Certification

EOS Integrator

Strengths

Relator
Maximizer
Learner
Responsibility
Arranger

Nicki Gibbs

Chief Strategy Officer

ngibbs@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2234

About

(she/her)

Nicki is a positively brilliant strategist with a knack for inspiring clients and teams to think and act in powerful ways. Her favorite question is “What if?” Her ability to imagine what’s possible creates contagious enthusiasm that moves businesses forward.

Brand Experience

3M
Beta Bionics
Beaumont
GEHA
Rasmussen University
Scale Ready

Certification

Prosci Change Practitioner

Strengths

Strategic
Ideation
Activator
Significance
Relator

Career Experience

Weber Shandwick

Jacquie Fiorillo

Account Strategist

jfiorillo@beehivepr.biz

(651) 789-2237

About

(she/her)

Jacquie embraces new people, ideas and perspectives with openness and an eye towards discovering growth opportunities. She confidently connects these inputs to communicate powerful ideas with lasting impact. Jacquie consistently creates strong momentum that drives results and brings positivity to every interaction.

Brand Experience

Associated Bank
AZO Feminine Health
Culturelle
GEHA
Minnehaha Academy
Rasmussen College

Certifications

Social Marketing Certification, Hootsuite Academy
Data and Digital Certification for PR Pros, PR Council

Membership

IABC Young Professionals Group

Strengths

Includer
Strategic
Responsibility
Communication
Significance

Career Experience

The Thomas Collective

Get to know Beehive Strategic Communication

Beehive Strategic Communication is a purpose-driven strategic communication firm that uses the power of communication to build better businesses.

Our Values

Our values define who we are and how we operate in the world.

Lisa Hannum

Abigail Greenheck

Amy Hahn

Ayme Zemke

Becky McNamara

Jacquie Fiorillo

Karen Schultz

Katy O’Neill

Kevin Wong

Madeline Weis

Marie Renckens

Nicki Gibbs

Rebecca Martin

Trish Scorpio

Beehive is actively working to ensure our employee population continuously becomes more diverse (e.g., age, race, sex,. gender, identity, ability).

Karen Schultz

Trish Scorpio

Katy O’Neill

Madeline Weis

Marie Renckens

Kevin Wong

Amy Hahn

Abigail Greenheck

Lisa Hannum

Ayme Zemke

Certified in Crisis Communication and Reputation Risk Management | PRSA

Rebecca Martin

Becky McNamara

Nicki Gibbs

Jacquie Fiorillo

Beehive Strategic Communication is a purpose-driven strategic communication firm that uses the power of communication to build better businesses.