Big Ideas. Bold Execution. Real Results.
At BRANSTORM, we’re driven by a relentless pursuit of strategic creativity and measurable results. For us, PR doesn’t stand for press release. It’s about building brands and reaching your target in a sharpshooting vs. scattershot way. Every day, we bring that mission to life with bold ideas, unconventional thinking, and flawless execution.
Branstorm PR is located in the heart of uptown Charlotte, NC.
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What We Do
We turn ideas into impact. From big-picture strategy to boots-on-the-ground execution, our expertise spans ideation, content creation, publicity, promotions, sponsorships, and lifestyle marketing. We craft stories that stick, spark conversations that spread, and deliver campaigns that move the needle. Whether we’re making headlines, building buzz, or driving business, we don’t just plan—we make it happen.
How We Do It
We’re here to help — but not to sugarcoat. We tell it like it is, delivering the honest insight your business needs to grow. We believe in big-picture thinking over piecemeal plans and long-term partnerships over one-and-done projects — which is why we only work on retainer. If we’re in, we’re all in.
Some Companies & Brands We’ve Worked With
We bring the moxie—energy, nerve, skill, and the guts to get it done. Here are just a few of the companies and brands we’ve partnered with to turn bold ideas into real results.
What Our Clients & Partners Have to Say
“Since we began working with Colleen at BRANSTORM PR in 2021, she has been a remarkable asset as we expanded our brand in the greater Charlotte region. Colleen is more than just a “consultant.” Instead, she serves as an extension of our team, working seamlessly with both our local and corporate staff, leveraging her public relations expertise and network for our benefit. I highly recommend her services to any company wanting to grow their visibility and business in Charlotte.”
Andy Aparicio, Director of Corporate Communications - Gresham Smith“Colleen and I have worked together since 2014, and she has underpromised and over-delivered. I could not be more pleased with her expertise and professional can-do attitude. She has made me a smarter business owner with her advice and counsel.”
Daniel Levine, Chairman - Levine Properties“Colleen is one of the most experienced, talented, and capable women I know. I value her creativity, connectivity, and counsel. Her strong relationships and communications skills enable her to effectively navigate opportunity and complexity, which translates to benefit for her clients.”
Janet LaBar, Executive Director - Women’s Impact Fund“Colleen is an outstanding business owner whose expertise in public relations and marketing is among the best I have seen in my 50 years in owning and operating major companies, including 15 years as president of Speedway Motorsports, Inc. Her thoroughness, creativity, and depth are the highest I have encountered. She is well-regarded in the community and the region.”
Humpy Wheeler, (Retired) President and GM - Charlotte Motor Speedway“Colleen constantly impresses us with her ability to infiltrate and sell to companies, both in and outside her network. It’s obvious she loves what she does and considers it a sport. As an extension of our VIP sales team, she continues to up her game and made a measurable difference in our bottom line. I highly recommend her and BRANSTORM to any company who needs marketing and business development support in the Charlotte region.”
Ashley Adams, Director of Venue Sales - Live Nation Premium Experiences“We have worked with BRANSTORM as our PR partner for several years. Colleen Brannan’s thoughtful planning always delivers great outcomes, from our company leadership transition and community engagement strategy to publicity and problem-solving. While not a company employee, she certainly feels like a team member. If you need an external resource to help build your brand and bring value to your business, I highly recommend working with Colleen.”
Marcus Rabun, CEO - Myers & Chapman, Inc.“When it comes to negotiating value for your investment dollars, brainstorming concepts for an event that will pack the house, securing media coverage, or identifying new partner associations, you can count on Colleen Brannan to work her magic. For the past five years, her firm (BRANSTORM) has brought us creative new strategies to stay ahead of our competitors and pushed our thinking on thought leadership topics and events that bring value to the community. If you are looking for someone who will leverage her network on your behalf and be a creative PR professional, Colleen is one of a kind.”
Cheryl Richards, CEO & Founding Regional Dean - Northeastern University“No one I know is more creative or has more marketing and communications expertise than Colleen Brannan. She takes the time to understand the brand, mission, vision, and, most importantly, the goal of every client. She doesn’t rely on standard tactics to create a plan. I love working with Colleen because she will always provide an inspired approach that will outperform every metric she puts in place.”
Moira Quinn, COO/SVP Communications - Charlotte Center City Partners“As a former CEO of an international sales, marketing, product development, and logistics company, and current college president, I have worked with many of the best marketing and communications professionals in the world. It is rare to find an individual with greater passion, talent, and experience than Colleen Brannan. Her marketing and public relations work with the college, including the launch of our motorsports business management program and a redesign of our Crossroads magazine, has dramatically improved our national visibility while building a solid media relations network throughout the country.”
Dr. William K. Thierfelder, (Retired) President - Belmont Abbey College“Colleen is fierce and tenacious yet delivers with dignity and grace, especially when it comes to acting on behalf of her clients. I have worked with her for many years, and she is one of the best PR professionals around.”
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