I'm Libby Dugan, a senior PR strategist specializing in earned media, messaging, and media relations. I bring deep experience across B2B and D2C brands, including tech, health, AI, and venture capital. I lead integrated campaigns, manage crisis communications, and elevate brand reputation, backed by strong relationships with national outlets. I excel in executive communications, corporate events, and thought leadership development, and I thrive in fast-paced, results-driven teams.

Libby Dugan

I'm Libby Dugan, a senior PR strategist specializing in earned media, messaging, and media relations. I bring deep experience across B2B and D2C brands, including tech, health, AI, and venture capital. I lead integrated campaigns, manage crisis communications, and elevate brand reputation, backed by strong relationships with national outlets. I excel in executive communications, corporate events, and thought leadership development, and I thrive in fast-paced, results-driven teams.

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I’m Libby Dugan, a senior PR strategist specializing in earned media, messaging, and media relations.

I bring deep experience across B2B and D2C brands, including tech, health, AI, and venture capital. I lead integrated campaigns, manage crisis communications, and elevate brand reputation, backed by strong relationships with national outlets. I excel in executive communications, corporate events, and thought leadership development, and I thrive in fast-paced, results-driven teams.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Libby Dugan Consulting
March 1, 2019 - November 25, 2025
Provide strategic PR consulting for clients across technology, health, legal, climate tech, and AI sectors.
Fractional PR Lead at Independent PR Consultant
November 1, 2021 - November 25, 2025
Developed and executed media strategies for tech and science-driven brands; secured high-visibility coverage and client media placements; led relationships with national outlets.
Senior PR Lead at Top Global
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Led U.S. PR strategy for Check Point Cybersecurity; generated hundreds of earned media hits during a rapid response campaign; secured national coverage and interviews.
Account Manager at Hirons & Company
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Interim Public Affairs Director for Indiana Department of Health during HIV crisis in Scott County; coordinated opening of the Sandra Eskin Center for Brain Care Innovation.
Board Member at Sullivan Munce Cultural Center
January 1, 2024 - November 25, 2025
Serving on the board to support arts and cultural initiatives in the community.
Public Relations Director / Specialist at Pivot Marketing
June 1, 2016 - March 1, 2019
Directed PR programs for clients including Visit Bloomington, Studio AxioS, No Mean City, Indianapolis Public Schools, and Land Collective; oversaw media relations, event communications, and campaign strategy.
Account Manager at Hirons and Company
May 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Served as interim Public Affairs Director for the Indiana Department of Health during the HIV crisis in Scott County; coordinated opening of the Sandra Eskenazi Center for Brain Care Innovation.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Political Science at Indiana University, Bloomington
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Political Science at Indiana University, Bloomington
January 11, 2030 - February 20, 2026

Qualifications

Richard Lugar Excellence in Public Service Series, Class of 2012-2013
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Make-A-Wish Honoree
January 1, 2017 - February 20, 2026
Quoted Top 100 PR Professionals for Q2 2024
April 1, 2024 - February 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Government