Meet the Podcast Ally Team
Brigitte Lyons, Founder and Strategic Consultant
During my career in public relations and media, my clients would always tell me that while TV appearances, articles, and other earned media were great, it was podcast interviews that meant the most to their businesses (and they were the most fun). That was my light bulb moment, and I founded Podcast Ally in 2019.
After five years, we’ve booked thousands of interviews that have led to selling books, generating speaking appearances, strategic partnerships, new hires, and so much more.
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Jason Gillikin, CEO
I started hosting and producing my first podcast in 2017, and I was forever hooked with this industry. After leaving my digital marketing job of 12 years in 2019, I founded Earfluence, a full-service podcast production company based in Raleigh, NC. Over the years, we’ve produced thousands of interviews – and seen first-hand what an impact podcast guesting can have. Now, as CEO of Podcast Ally, I’m excited to work with this team to build the most powerful podcast agency for our clients.
Kris Zarnoch, Project Manager
I bring a background in Communications and Business Administration to the team. With extensive experience in podcast production and a passion for supporting others, I ensure that every project reflects the unique stories and goals of our clients, fostering collaboration and creativity throughout the process.
Santiago Calad, Account Lead
From my home in Medellin, Colombia, I work with our clients to find the best podcasts for them to guest on. This is PR, and what I’ve learned over the last 5 years is the most effective PR works multiple angles. Fortunately I love building client relationships plus working with podcasts hosts to secure guest features for clients according to their expertise and business needs.
Elisa Dyer, Account Lead
Ever since discovering podcasts, I’ve always loved getting to learn something from them. Having been in the podcast industry for over three years now, I am constantly inspired by both the podcaster and the guests. I believe that podcast guesting is one of the best ways to amplify your story which is why I am thrilled to be joining Podcast Ally on this mission. Being a part of your podcast journey lights me up and it’s such an honor to cheer you on along the way!
Maddi Banno, Account Lead
Coming to you from sunny Los Angeles, I bring enthusiasm, energy, and over six years of digital media expertise to every project I work on. I love getting into the nitty gritty of clients’ individual needs to find them the best podcast matches and help them reach and grow their audiences. Having listened to podcasts since 2011 and previously working on podcasts with Robert Downey Jr, AT&T, the National Restaurant Association, and more – nobody loves audio storytelling more than I do.
More Praise for Podcast Ally
As the co-founder of a popular podcast for creative entrepreneurs, I get between 10-15 pitches per week.
Usually about 10 are complete junk. The small bit left are decent, maybe even bordering on slightly interesting. Brigitte’s pitch was AMAZING.
So much so that I not only booked all the guests she would send me as soon as possible, but a few weeks later I begged her to take me on as a client! Anyone who can win me over like that is someone I want to learn from and grow with.
We’re so grateful to have had your mindful approach to promotion on The Desire Map campaign.
You helped us look at every angle and to make choices that really fit with what we stand for.
You’re a class act.
This puts you guys ahead of a lot of the other people who pitch to me!