About
Helping Economic Development, Workforce Development, and Tourism-Based Organizations Thrive
Every community has a characteristic sense of place. At PPR Strategies, we add the polish and make it shine. For nearly two decades, the PPR Strategies team has helped economic development, workforce development, and tourism organizations discover their potential, attract new investment, and elevate their identities.
Over the years, PPR Strategies has grown from a one-person operation to a talented team of professionals in the Mid-Atlantic. We’re strategists, writers, and media mavens, but we’re also consumers, adventurers, and devoted citizens. Reimagining places is our passion.
Meet the Team Behind PPR Strategies

Sandy Dubay
CEO and Founder
Sandy Dubay, CEcD (formerly Sandy Sponaugle) is the CEO and Founder of PPR Strategies (previously Platinum PR). As PPR Strategies’ fearless leader, she brings over 20 years of marketing savvy …

Hanna Turner
Director of Client Relations
Hanna enjoys tapping into the uniqueness of our clients, helping them to expand and thrive. She has worked in municipal government communications, economic development, …

Sophie Smith
Director of Operations
Sophie loves helping small-town economies reach their fullest potential. As the Director of Operations at PPR Strategies, she leads projects, multitasks like a champ …

Mia Vaccaro
Public Relations Specialist

Caleigh Bernota
Communications Specialist
Caleigh is a senior at Stevenson University working towards a degree in Business Communications with Graphic Design and Fashion Merchandising minors.

Kayla Sherry
Social Media Coordinator
Kayla, as the Gen Z stereotypes claim, is obsessed with all things social media. Growing up during the early stages of today’s most-used digital platforms has allowed her to become immersed…
Let’s reimagine places together; join our team.
Senior Content Writer
We’re seeking an experienced, detail-oriented and hardworking writer for the position of Senior Content Writer.
Marketing Intern
PPR Strategies is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and hard-working individual for the position of Marketing Intern. If you’re a strong writer who wants to build a career in marketing, content writing and PR, this is the opportunity for you!