From journalists and marketers to master storytellers.
It’s the classic “we started in a basement” story. But now, more than 25 years later, we’ve become one of the most respected and agile PR agencies in Utah — with a national reputation for crisis and issues management. As savvy communication consultants with integrated, full-service capabilities, we help companies of all sizes tell their stories and connect with their target audiences. We see challenges as opportunities, and thrive when working in dynamic industries, communicating complex ideas.
Our Fearless Leaders
Our team comes from a variety of PR firms, communication agencies and media organizations from across the country, bringing unparalleled expertise in reporting, writing, research analysis, messaging, pitching, project management, content strategy and brand advocacy. Meet our leaders.
For the past 25 years, Chris has worked closely with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, professional sports teams, and even families in crisis. He’s developed hundreds of PR campaigns and managed more than 200 crises, including corporate fraud, data breaches, protests, murders, kidnappings and racial issues. He is probably most recognized for his work as the official publicist for Elizabeth Smart’s family during the 10-month period of her abduction and rescue. He then helped position Elizabeth as one of the leading child advocates in the United States.
Chris has been named one of the nation’s top crisis communicators by PBI Media, awarded seven Silver Anvils, recognized as Utah’s Professional Communicator of the year and is a recipient of the National Guard’s Minute Man Award. Under his leadership, Intrepid has been named Utah’s top public relations firm 15 times, including the past 12 years straight.
Leigh brings a rare blend of newsroom grit and strategic communications expertise. A former daily newspaper reporter with 15 years of frontline public relations and crisis management experience, she offers clients a unique perspective rooted in both media savvy and sound strategy.
She’s covered war-torn Iraq and client crises with the same determination—handling everything from proactive media campaigns to high-stakes litigation, government audits, and major construction issues. Leigh has led responses to more than 100 crises and managed communication campaigns from start to finish.
Known for her work ethic and tenacity, Leigh was named Utah’s Professional Communicator of the Year in 2024. Her work has earned multiple Golden Spike Awards and the public relation’s industry’s highest honor, the Silver Anvil.
Michelle works tirelessly behind the scenes overseeing our financial operations, office management and human resources, allowing the rest of us to focus on what we do best.
She joined the Intrepid team in 2015 as the agency controller, bringing with her more than 25 years of experience in accounting and finance.
The Intrepid Team
Worldcom Partnership
Intrepid has earned membership as the exclusive Utah partner in the Worldcom Public Relations Group, the world’s leading partnership of independently owned public relations firms, with 143 offices in 115 cities across six continents. When we need local or industry expertise in other markets, this allows us to collaborate with trusted partners from all around the globe.
Our Culture:
A Force for Good
We believe in creating change for more than our clients. All of us at Intrepid are strongly committed to giving back to our community — both as individuals and as a team.
Our corporate philanthropy model is 1:1:1, where we donate 1% of profits, 1% of time and 1% of product annually. You’ll find us serving at homeless shelters, tutoring first-grade students at a Title One elementary school and organizing community efforts. Every year we partner with several retailers and other businesses to execute The Road Home Apple Tree, which provides new back-to-school clothing for hundreds of children residing in our local homeless shelter. These efforts help us to be more grounded and creative.
Recognized Locally & Nationally
While our strategic and creative programs focus on generating the greatest impact for our clients, we are honored that they have also generated numerous accolades and awards.
Our Clients
Large, small, local, national — and from countless industries. Our client list is long and varied and demonstrates our ability to assimilate quickly to any industry or challenge. We love nothing more than helping each of them make a big impact with communication programs that are strategic, targeted and holistic – as well as efforts that help to save the day.
Are You Intrepid?
Are you innovative and savvy about communications? Do you want to create bold work and big results? Are you someone we need to meet? Then, you just might be Intrepid.
Contact Us
Learn more about what we can do for your business.
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