We get AI, and we’re built for what’s next. Meet the PANBlast leadership team
PANBlast, a division of PAN, partners with emerging AI-native and B2B SaaS brands evolving into AI-driven businesses. Our PR expertise spans categories including DevOps, legal and fintech software, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, HR tech, and other vertical-specific SaaS. With more than 20 years of experience, we understand the challenge of translating complex, fast-moving technology into clear narratives that earn trust with technical buyers, executives, and the broader market.
Our culture pushes beyond traditional PR to influence how AI-powered companies are understood, evaluated, and chosen — by buyers and LLMs alike. We help ambitious teams cut through noise, shape category perception, and build credibility as markets mature. Like you, we wake up every day excited by the potential of AI and focused on moving the business forward.
Together with PAN, we help brands at every stage move ideas into impact — faster and farther.


Mendy Werne
Managing Director of PANBlast

Lindsey Groepper
EVP of Business Development & Marketing

Kimberly Jefferson
SVP Client Relations of PANBlast

Grace Williams
VP Client Relations of PANBlast

Kelsey Sowder
Director, PR

Jake Doll
Director, PR

Kate Johnson, MBA
Director, PR

Zach Weismiller
Director, PRMeet the PAN C-Suite
PAN is a global brand-to-demand agency, forged from PR. For nearly 30 years, the agency has helped B2B tech and healthcare clients turn opportunity into possibility. From emerging growth to mid-stage to the big stage, we represent B2B brands at all stages of their growth journeys across the U.S. and globally.
Meet Our PAN Team

Darlene Doyle
Chief Client Officer

Elizabeth Famiglietti
Chief People & Culture Officer

Megan Kessler
Chief of Integrated Marketing & Strategy

Mark Nardone
Chief Marketing Officer

Philip A. Nardone, Jr.
President & Chief Executive Officer

Gary Torpey
Chief Financial OfficerA people-first culture for a future-proof agency
of employees feel opportunities are equitable for all at the agency
of employees report a good work/life balance
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