KATHERINE HAMILTON
Managing Director
As Founder and Managing Director of Devon, Katherine brings over two decades of experience in public relations. Her past experience includes senior roles at both The Estee Lauder Companies and LVMH/Givenchy. An astute leader and forward thinker, Katherine has a degree in Political Science.
LAUREN MUGFORD
Senior Account Director
Lauren comes with substantial skincare and cosmetics experience. Welcoming any challenge with strategic and creative thinking, combined with her experience gained from her Communications and Technology education, Lauren creates campaigns for a broad range of consumer lifestyle brands from food to tech.
NICOLE MACHARACEK
Account Director
Nicole comes with an array of experience across tech, lifestyle, and corporate communications, offering insight and knowledge from in-house, client-side public relations. Her degree in Creative Industries, specializing in communications and fashion has fostered her ability to think critically, yet creatively while keeping her abreast of industry trends.
ANDREW GRIMBLY
Account Executive
Andrew joins Devon as an Account Executive and comes to the agency with a corporate communications background. He brings his experience with strategic planning, events, and multi-platform content development and management. He loves TikTok, spinning and finding the next cool restaurant or coffee shop!
EMILY PETTIGREW
Account Executive
Emily Pettigrew is our Account Executive and Social Strategist. She has a strong foundation in public relations and draws from a diverse background in social media management and marketing. She's been instrumental in creating and executing impactful digital campaigns as she knows how to engage with diverse online communities, flex her creative writing skills, and develop strategic content. She is poised to support Devon with strategy, project management and execution!
EMILY HALL
Junior Account Executive
With an education in entertainment, business, and public relations, Emily brings a wealth of varied experience to the Devon team. Emily has a passion for creative storytelling and a keen interest in the ever-changing print and online media landscape. Emily is always open to taking on new challenges and seeks to consistently upgrade her skills in social content creation, client management, and influencer relations. In this role, she aims to deliver successful pitches, seamless events, and data-driven reporting to a range of clients.
LEAH OAKLEY
Office Coordinator
Leah is our experienced office coordinator with a strong background in administration after obtaining a college degree in Information Management in 2016. Leah began her career in the legal field in her home of Newfoundland & Labrador. After moving to Toronto in August 2021, Leah soon moved into a role in an investment firm where she managed the firm's office flow. Leah soon transitioned to join the Devon team where she has been lending her wealth of office experience to managing Devon's day to day operations and logistics.
ADRIENNE HARRY
Consultant
Adrienne has been with Devon for 14 years and brings extensive experience having worked at a variety of entertainment and public relations firms. Coming from a background in creative writing and film, Adrienne is happiest when using her imagination and creativity to develop innovative programs.
