Kailey Schmidt

Intern

Kailey is a senior at Missouri Baptist University (MBU), where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in communication studies with minors in journalism and public relations. During her time at MBU, she has enjoyed working as a writer and editor for the university’s news website, MBU Timeline. Kailey is passionate about storytelling, writing, and staying busy with a variety of creative projects. She is excited to be an intern at the Hauser Group this fall as she utilizes knowledge from college classes and gains more experience in the public relations industry through client projects and events. When Kailey isn’t working or in a class, she loves playing pickleball and finding fun activities to do with her friends and family around St. Louis.

team members:

Julie Hauser

PRESIDENT

A 30-year veteran of the PR industry, Julie’s experience includes time as editor of a major metropolitan magazine, as well as more than 25 years as principal of a St. Louis-based public relations firm that has the honor of having client relationships dating back to the firm’s earliest years.

Kelly Harris

SENIOR ACCOUNT DIRECTOR

Kelly is a creative, enthusiastic, go-getter with a steadfast commitment to helping those she serves effectively communicate key messages to target audiences in an ever-changing marketplace.

Abigail Rolland

Abigail has been providing media relations, strategic communications implementation, reporting and internship program supervision, since joining The Hauser Group team in 2015.

Merisa Ashbaugh

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Merisa is a talented writer with fresh, creative ideas who keeps her finger on the pulse of all the latest communication and cultural trends. These attributes, along with her drive to help clients succeed, have enabled her to develop and implement strategic media relations plans to elevate those she serves in the economic development, environmental, higher education, non-profit and transportation arenas.

supporting team members:

Kiera Monaco

FINANCIAL MANAGER

Kiera joined The Hauser Group as a member of the finance team in December 2022. A licensed CPA, she started her career in the public accounting industry in Chicago, sharpening her skills at one the nation’s top four accounting firms. She will put that experience to use as she takes an active role in the day-to-day management of The Hauser Group’s financial operations.

interns:

Maddie Sprouse

INTERN

Maddie is a senior at Saint Louis University (SLU) working towards a Bachelor of Arts in communication with minors in psychology and American studies. While at SLU…