Meet the Leadership Team

Kelly is a senior marketing executive with 15+ years of experience driving growth strategy and transforming marketing infrastructure across healthcare, financial services, and technology. Now, as Founder of Sparkstone Partners, Kelly advises executive teams on go-to-market strategy, omni-channel demand generation, and scalable marketing and CX systems designed for measurable ROI. Kelly was selected to Google’s Advisory Board for Health Plans for leadership in healthcare marketing innovation and consumer engagement. She has also led enterprise marketing organizations at Fortune 150 healthcare companies, delivering sustained membership growth, multimillion-dollar cost savings, and improved acquisition efficiency through data-driven strategy in highly regulated environments.

Marissa is a strategic communications advisor who partners with executives and organizations to shape compelling brand narratives and navigate high-stakes media moments. She works closely with clients to manage press relationships, guide crisis communications, and secure meaningful coverage that aligns with long-term business objectives. Known for her thoughtful counsel and steady leadership, Marissa helps companies clarify their voice, respond with confidence under pressure, and proactively tell stories that build credibility and trust. Her approach blends media expertise with strategic brand positioning to drive impact and protect reputation. Marissa Hermo is a strategic communications advisor who partners with executives and organizations to shape compelling brand narratives and navigate high-stakes media moments. She works closely with clients to manage press relationships, guide crisis communications, and secure meaningful coverage that aligns with long-term business objectives. Known for her thoughtful counsel and steady leadership, Marissa helps companies clarify their voice, respond with confidence under pressure, and proactively tell stories that build credibility and trust. Her approach blends media expertise with strategic brand positioning to drive impact and protect reputation.