(All photos by David Molnar)
A friendship and work relationship was formed in 2003 between Stacie Vining and Lori Isaacs Mahon. In 2008, they each founded their own boutique PR firms (Vining Media Relations and Overture Media). Wanting to grow as publicists and expand their horizons, they decided to “Merge” and form a partnership between their two companies in 2011. During their respective careers, Stacie and Lori have worked with various outlets to secure coverage for their clients.
Guidepost, Fox News, Gospel Music Channel, People Magazine, Larry King Live, Billboard, Parents Magazine, CCM, USA Today, MSNBC, Parenting Magazine, Relevant, Christianity Today, Seventeen, BOP, Tiger Beat, CNN, Fox & Friends, TODAY show, Fox’s Sean Hannity, HomeLife, ParentLife, Focus on the Family, 700 Club, CBS Early Show and FamilyLife Today.
Get to know the dynamic duo that is Merge PR.
Stacie Vining…
Who I am: I am a believer of God, a wife to Ray, Mama to Olivia and to dogs Love and Jet. I am also one who likes to change my hair color (if I only had that oh so natural beautiful color like Lori does I wouldn’t change my color so much…)
Where I live: Nashville, TN, which I love, but my heart will always be up in the Chicago ‘burbs where I grew up
What I do: I like to call myself a publicist…where I get to publicize to the media and public about amazing stories, amazing music, amazing books and amazing people. It’s fun to share true and awesome stories with the world!
What I like: my family, my friends, music (long live the 80’s), traveling with my hubby and daughter, running with my dog Jet, strong coffee, dark chocolate, sushi, watching Dexter and listening to our daughter’s infectious laughter.
What I don’t like: waste. dishonesty. anger and violence over others’ religions, countries and/or beliefs. And to be surfacey, I don’t like not being able to keep up a totally clean house.
Where I network: The old fashioned telephone, Facebook, Twitter (@StacieAVining), and at MergePR.com (@mergepr)
What I’m most like in the morning: Usually ready to go after I get some exercise and coffee (with no creamer, Lori! 
Who I’ve worked with/am currently working on: Show Hope™, Mary Beth Chapman, Steven Curtis Chapman, Dave Barnes, Francesca Battistelli, Newsboys, Jonny Diaz, Jeremy Camp, Nichole Nordeman, Anthony Evans, Derek Webb, Tricia Brock, Know Hope Collective…
Stacie Vining, Stacie@Mergepr.com
Lori Isaacs Mahon…
Who I am: Child of God, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend, Redhead, and student of life
Where I live: Between Kentucky, Alabama, Arkansas, Missouri, West Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi – otherwise known as the great state of Tennessee – but homegrown in Oklahoma.
What I do: Professional Storyteller. I am honored to share others’ stories and news to help spread the word about what our clients are doing and who they are. Help-Portrait Publicist – I am blessed to be a part of this non-profit and sharing their mission with the world.
What I like: My husband. Our dog. Home. Family. My Faith. Social Media. Christmas. Snow. North Carolina Tar Heels. Reading. Quiet. Baking. Chocolate.
What I don’t like: Fakeness. Dishonesty. Flashy. Rude. Diets. Sushi. Snakes. Sadness.
Where I network: Twitter @lorimahon, Blogging at http://www.heathandlori.com, LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimahon2008
What I’m most like in the morning: After hitting the snooze button at least 5 times, I’m roaring to go. A quick walk with our adorable dog, devotional, coffee and the day has began.
Who I’ve worked with/am currently working on: Help-Portrait, Jeremy Camp, The Afters, Steven Curtis Chapman, Thousand Foot Krutch, Mandisa, Hawk Nelson, Kutless, Aaron Gillespie, Sheila Walsh, Christa A. Banister, Family Force 5, Phillip LaRue, Bebo Norman
Lori Mahon, Lori@Mergepr.com
