Candid Names Stephanie McHale as President
Candid Communications is proud to announce the promotion of Stephanie McHale to President, marking a new chapter for both Stephanie and the firm as it celebrates its third year in business.
Since joining Candid early on, Stephanie has played a pivotal role in the firm’s evolution – from its roots as Riss Marketing to the Candid Communications brand it is today. Known for her creative precision, strategic insight, and exceptional writing, Stephanie has helped elevate how Candid partners with clients across industries. Her ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable messaging has made her an invaluable force behind the firm’s success and growth.
Stephanie and I have worked together on and off for more than a decade, and she’s always been the person I could count on to turn vision into reality. Her talent is unmatched - she can translate complex ideas into stories people actually want to read, design visuals that make an immediate impact, and bring order to chaos in a way that inspires both clients and our team. This new title reflects the leadership role she’s grown into and the impact she continues to have on Candid’s success.”
Previously serving as Candid’s Creative Director, McHale built and led the agency’s creative function, shaping brand messaging, design systems, and campaign strategy. In her new role as President, she will continue to guide the firm’s creative and strategic direction while expanding her focus on client partnerships – working alongside Luznar to strengthen Candid’s capabilities and support the firm’s continued growth.
I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built here at Candid. I believe in this team, in our clients, and in the mission that drives everything we do - to help businesses communicate clearly and with purpose. I’m excited to continue growing with the firm, finding new ways to serve our clients, and helping Candid evolve to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Candid’s rebrand from Riss Marketing in 2025 marked a defining moment in the firm’s trajectory – one that reflected not just a new name, but a broader vision. Stephanie’s promotion continues that story, underscoring the firm’s evolution, its strengthened leadership team, and its commitment to delivering meaningful results for clients.
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