Noelle Feaster Joins Team Tripepi Smith

Posted by Charlie Mounts on February 1, 2023

Tripepi Smith welcomed Noelle Feaster to the team as its newest Junior Business Analyst on January 16, 2023.

“I am delighted to further my skills and experience while providing excellent service to Tripepi Smith clients,” Noelle said. “The genuine camaraderie amongst the Tripepi Smith team is evident, and I am eager to work alongside such dynamic and talented individuals.”

While earning her undergraduate degree, Noelle interned for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) where she gained experience designing fact sheets, infographics, and social media posts for upcoming transportation projects. She also worked as an administrative assistant for the Cal Poly Pomona Learning Resource Center where she refined her skills in scheduling and customer service.

Noelle became the City of Yorba Linda’s Public Relations Intern upon completion of her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication-Public Relations from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. In this role, she expanded her professional skills through managing city social media accounts, assisting in the City’s monthly e-newsletter publication process and planning internal events. Noelle’s introduction to local government inspired her to use her education and creativity to positively impact local communities.

“We are fired up to have Noelle join the team,” Tripepi Smith CEO Ryder Todd Smith said. “With her prior experience, she has a solid understanding of city social media and general city communications. We can’t wait to see all the great work she will produce for our clients”

About Tripepi Smith

Tripepi Smith is a marketing, technology and public affairs firm based in Orange County, CA. Its clients include for-profit, nonprofit and public agencies throughout the state of California. The firm’s unique mix of marketing and technology prowess provides a competitive advantage for organizations seeking to leverage the Internet to achieve their communication goals. Tripepi Smith provides full content creation services, including: ghostwriting, collateral development, photography, video production, search engine optimization, email marketing, crisis communications, social media management and website design and execution. Tripepi Smith clients include: City of Santa Ana, City of Culver City, City of Rolling Hills Estates, City of Tracy, City of Santa Cruz, City of Snoqualmie, City of Cupertino, City of Daly City, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Paramount, City of Huntington Beach, City of El Cerrito, City of Indian Wells, City of Yuba City, Santa Clara County Fire Department, Industry Business Council, NHA Advisors, CalChoice, California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, Rowland Water District, California Contract Cities Association, California City Management Foundation, League of California Cities, Institute for Local Government, Renne Public Law Group, Inland Empire Utilities Agency and Climatec Energy Services.

Sophia Silane Joins Team Tripepi Smith

Posted by Charlie Mounts on January 20, 2023

Tripepi Smith welcomed Sophia Silane to the team as its newest Junior Business Analyst on January 3, 2023.

“I am so grateful for the opportunity to join such a driven and diversely talented group of individuals at Tripepi Smith,” said Sophia. “The team’s ability to enact positive change in local communities is truly admirable. I look forward to learning from my colleagues and contributing my skills to the same mission.”

With a Bachelor’s degrees in Studio Art and Art History, Sophia brings a creative perspective to her work. While attending Pitzer College, Sophia grew her professional experience through volunteer work and internships at art-based non-profits where she educated children on art history, contemporary art and museums.

After graduation, Sophia combined her artistic background with digital marketing as she became a full-time social media content creator and ran a profitable international business selling her art. As a creator, she produced multimedia content of her designs, processes, and completed pieces while building a strong understanding of social media management tactics. She then honed her skills further after earning a scholarship to work in Germany for a year. There she became the Social Media Coordinator for an up-and-coming vintage shop, ultimately growing the online presence of a small business and providing tools for continued social media success.

“We are thrilled to have added Sophia to our team,” said Tripepi Smith CFO Nicole Smith. “Her prior work in content creation, social media management and design will make her a strong addition to many of our projects. We look forward to watching her grow and work alongside her peers within the company.”

About Tripepi Smith

Kendall Lowery Joins Team Tripepi Smith

Posted by Charlie Mounts on January 17, 2023

Tripepi Smith welcomed Kendall Lowery to the team as its newest Junior Business Analyst on January 3, 2023.

“I’m honored to be working on such a talented and driven team,” Kendall said. “From my first conversation with the leadership at Tripepi Smith, it was clear that their investment in their employees, and by extension their clients, set them apart. I’ve already hit the ground running, and I’m excited to tackle new challenges at the firm.”

While earning her Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Writing & Rhetoric at Scripps College, Kendall worked as the marketing intern at the College’s career planning and resources center, as the editor-in-chief at The Scripps Voice, and as a financial analyst for the Scripps Student Investment Fund. Whether she was writing the career center’s weekly newsletter, assembling the college newspaper, or pitching a new stock, all of her roles built upon her skills as a concise and informative communicator.

Kendall’s additional work experiences include an editorial internship at nonprofit organization Green America, a role as a content contributor at grocery e-tailer Thrive Market, and an internship on the arts & culture team at the Long Beach Post. At these various organizations, she became a thorough researcher, a keen editor, and an adept writer and content strategist. Additionally, she picked up SEO and website management skills that she has leveraged as a freelance writer.

“Kendall’s background in communication and quantitative analysis makes her an excellent fit for Tripepi Smith,” said Chief Financial Officer Nicole Smith. “We’re excited to see how she puts these skills to use in her work for our clients and to foster her growth as a member of the team.”

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Tripepi Smith Adds Staff, Expands Footprint

Posted by civicbusjourna on September 9, 2019

The team at Tripepi Smith has officially added three new full time employees, effective August 28, 2019. The Orange County-based marketing, technology, and public affairs firm now boasts 18 employees with a wide array of skills and strengths. The addition will help service the company’s growing client demand across the public and private sector. The new hires include Senior Business Analyst Jen Nentwig, Junior Business Analyst Bryn Miller, and Junior Business Analyst Blair Welch.

“Please join us in welcoming Tripepi Smith’s three newest #TeamTS members: Bryn Miller, Jennifer Nentwig and Blair Welch!” The company’s LinkedIn page said of the new additions. “We are adding capacity (now 18 strong) to meet the needs of our clients and expand services on all fronts. It is exciting, and we thank every client who has entrusted us as their partner and made our growth possible.”

You can learn more about what the addition of Jen Nentwig, Bryn Miller, and Blair Welch means for Team TS on the company website.

About Tripepi Smith

Tripepi Smith is a marketing, technology and public affairs firm located in Orange County, CA. Its clients include for-profit, nonprofit and public agencies throughout the state of California. Its unique mix of marketing and technology prowess provide a competitive advantage for organizations seeking to leverage the Internet to achieve their communication goals. The firm also provides full content creation services, including: ghost writing, collateral development, photography, video production, search engine marketing, search engine optimization, email marketing campaigns and website design and execution. Tripepi Smith clients include: City of Culver City, City of Rolling Hills Estates, City of Tracy, City of Cupertino, City of Duarte, City of Daly City, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Santa Ana, City of Paramount, City of Huntington Beach, City of El Cerrito, City of Indian Wells, City of Yuba City, Industry Business Council, NHA Advisors, Cal Choice, California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, Rowland Water District, Valley Water Company, California Contract Cities Association, California City Management Foundation, League of California Cities, Institute for Local Government, Renne Public Law Group, Inland Empire Utilities Agency and Climatec Energy Services.