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Broadreach PR Promotes Paula Stanton
Stanton, of Cape Elizabeth, promoted to Director of Client Operations

PORTLAND, Maine – Broadreach Public Relations is pleased to announce the promotion of senior manager Paula Stanton to Director of Client Operations for the Portland-based strategic communications firm. Stanton is an experienced public relations professional known for her award-winning work with clients who are driving Maine forward, from craft brewing and higher education to broadband and healthcare.
As Director of Client Operations, Stanton optimizes the time and talents of the Broadreach staff through personalized professional development, project management, and operational excellence to ensure client satisfaction and results delivery. Since joining Broadreach in 2016, Stanton has led the firm’s growth in several key industry sectors, most notably craft brewing, through her work with the Maine Brewers’ Guild positioning Maine craft beer as a global brand, and higher education.
“Paula is an exceptional communication professional and leader who has been essential to Broadreach’s growth over the past five years,” said Linda Varrell, APR, founder and president of Broadreach Public Relations. “As Director of Client Operations, Paula will be dedicated to the exciting challenge that every scaling business faces: how to bring out the very best in people and processes to deliver excellent client service and results.”
Prior to Broadreach, Stanton directed public relations, branding and strategic communication for all business programs at Kennesaw State University in Metro-Atlanta. While with KSU, she oversaw the launch of several new degree programs, and worked closely with the business media community.
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Stanton holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and a Graduate Studies Certificate in Digital and Social Media from Kennesaw State University. A resident of Cape Elizabeth, she enjoys exploring Maine’s outdoors with her family, from skiing and hiking to beaches and boating.
About Broadreach Public Relations
Broadreach Public Relations is a woman-owned strategic communications firm based in Portland, Maine. Since 2007, governments, nonprofits, brands and events across the Northeast have trusted Broadreach to build their credibility, raise their profile and expand their reach. Our talented team of communication strategists bring perspective, business acumen and proven capabilities across a diversity of disciplines, including public relations; crisis communication and management; public affairs; media relations; thought leadership; event development, promotion and management; and digital marketing and social media services. Expand your reach at www.broadreachpr.com.