JULIE TALENFELD

FOUNDER & CEO, BOARDROOMPR, FORT LAUDERDALE

BoardroomPR is a full-service public relations and integrated marketing agency that Talenfeld founded in 1989. With a team of 18-plus professionals across Florida, it provides media relations, social media, digital strategy, branding and crisis communications to top companies in law, real estate, finance, health care and nonprofits. Its employees are also deeply engaged in civic life, volunteering and supporting community initiatives.

EDUCATION: University of Florida (BS)

FIRST JOB: My first big opportunity came when I acquired the PR division of a bankrupt investment firm at age 25, launching what became BoardroomPR. I saw potential where others saw risk.

DREAM ALTERNATE CAREER: I would return to my journalism roots as an investigative reporter. I’ve always been passionate about storytelling, truth-seeking, and giving people a voice — values that still fuel my work today. I love the idea of shining a light on untold stories, holding institutions accountable and inspiring action through compelling, well-researched narratives.