Meet the Team
Andrea Walker-Leidy, Founder & President
Andrea Walker-Leidy is the creative force behind Walker Publicity and host of the “It’s Not Just A Tuesday” podcast. Born and raised in SE Michigan, Andrea proudly identifies as a true Suburban Detroiter with a Midwest vibe and work ethic. She founded Walker Publicity in 2015, based on the belief that everyone has a unique story to share, and these stories are what make businesses successful.
Andrea’s journey began in journalism as a writer and editor. Her experiences inspired her to partner with businesses to create strategic communications plans that capture the attention of the media, social media audiences, and potential clients. With a deep love for nonprofit work, Andrea connects nonprofit initiatives with local media through Walker Publicity and Michigan Nonprofit PR.
Andrea sees the world in headlines and ideas. In her book, “Mastering the Art of Storytelling to Cultivate Brand Loyalty,” she shares the tips and tactics that have helped her guide dozens of businesses from being hidden gems to becoming the loudest voices in the room.
Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn or at www.walkerpublicity.com.
Korie Wilkins, Content Director
Korie Wilkins is a social media and writing/editing professional with more than 20 years’ experience writing and editing content for businesses and non-profit organizations. A former journalist with the Detroit Free Press and a graduate of The Ohio State University, Korie is also a work-at-home-mom to an energetic boy and a sweet toddler girl. When she isn’t writing or editing for clients, she loves reading, boating, spending time with friends and family or riding her Peloton.
Faith Brody, PR & Social Media Manager
Faith Brody has been working heavily in social media since graduating with her bachelor’s in journalism in 2017. She loves staying on top of trends, interacting with an online audience, creating comprehensive content and beautifully (and succinctly) broadcasting a brand’s message online. She’s worked with various industries on social media, including museums, news organizations, restaurants, wedding & event companies, finance, and nonprofits.
Faith has broad experience developing social strategies and campaigns across a variety of platforms. When Faith is not working, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, attending shows, and hanging with her pets.
Mark Cavitt, Public Relations Manager
Mark Cavitt has worked as a multimedia journalist for several news outlets in Florida and Michigan since graduating with his bachelor’s degree in journalism from Central Michigan University in 2015.
He embraces and has a passion for being a storyteller through his writing while amplifying important voices and stories that need to be heard. Mark has spent years having in-depth conversation with people from all backgrounds and industries, both locally and statewide, while getting to the heart of the story using thorough investigation and research.
When Mark is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and traveling to northern Michigan while enjoying everything the Great Lakes state has to offer.