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 more than 30 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 300 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 advises organizations on communication strategy, messaging, crisis and issues management, media and executive spokesperson training, crisis simulations and expert witness reports and testimony.
He 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 20 times, including the past 17 years straight.
Leigh brings a rare blend of journalism instincts, strategic communications expertise and frontline crisis experience. A former daily newspaper reporter with more than 20 years of communications experience, she advises government agencies, major organizations and high-profile clients on public affairs, media strategy, executive communications and reputation management.
Leigh has managed high-profile public issues ranging from litigation and government scrutiny to major infrastructure projects and sensitive community concerns. Her background as both a reporter and strategist gives clients a practical understanding of how stories unfold, and how to communicate clearly when the stakes are high.
Known for her work ethic and calm approach under pressure, Leigh has led communication campaigns from concept to execution and helped organizations navigate more than 100 crises and critical issues.
Leigh has been recognized as Utah’s Professional Communicator of the Year. Her work has earned multiple Golden Spike Awards and the Silver Anvil, the public relations industry’s highest honor.
With more than 25 years of experience in corporate affairs and crisis communications, Mac McNeer has advised Fortune 500 companies, major universities, healthcare systems and global brands on some of their most sensitive reputational challenges. He has counseled CEOs, Boards of Directors and senior leadership teams through high-stakes issues including labor negotiations and strikes, cyber breaches, product recalls, criminal investigations, Congressional hearings, bankruptcies, workforce reductions, executive transitions and employee fatalities.
Throughout his career, Mac has been recognized for leadership, collaboration and crisis counsel excellence. He has led corporate affairs teams, advised multinational clients on emerging reputational risks including misinformation and deepfakes, and helped organizations respond to some of today’s most polarizing social and political issues with clarity, credibility and strategic discipline.
Prior to joining Intrepid, Mac worked for global PR firms including Weber Shandwick and Ketchum. He played a central role in Penn State University’s crisis response following the Jerry Sandusky scandal, providing on-site strategic counsel to the Board of Trustees and university leadership during a period of intense reputational scrutiny.
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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