Anna Stallmann

About Anna Stallmann

I’m the founder and CEO of Ascent Strategic Communications, a firm built on the belief that clear, consistent, and intentional communications drive meaningful impact. At Ascent, we partner with ambitious organizations navigating moments of growth, change, or challenge. Whether launching a brand, leading a movement, or managing high-stakes visibility, our work is strategy-first, delivered with precision, and anchored in purpose. We combine public relations, executive and company positioning, digital strategy, and design to build tailored campaigns that move business outcomes forward, not just generate activity. Today, Ascent is a fast-growing, award-winning firm recognized as one of the top Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations companies in the Southeast by Inc. Magazine, a two-time Charlotte Business Journal Fast 50 honoree, and voted Best PR Firm in Charlotte by Charlotte Magazine readers. I was honored to be named a Charlotte Business Journal Most Admired CEO in 2026. These milestones reflect the strength of our team and our commitment to being both experts and true partners to our clients. I’m especially passionate about amplifying mission-driven work, shaping standout narratives, and helping leadership teams communicate with clarity and credibility through complex moments. If you’re looking for a strategic partner who can think big, execute thoughtfully, and help you reach your peak potential, let’s connect.

Experience

1. CEO and Founder

   Ascent Strategic Communications

   Jan 2021 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Ascent Strategic Communications was built on the belief that clear, consistent, and intentional communications drive meaningful impact. Today, we partner with organizations navigating moments of growth, change, and complexity, delivering strategy-first communications that align to real business outcomes.Our work spans public relations, executive and company positioning, digital strategy, and brand development. We are known for acting as both experts and true partners, helping clients move forward with clarity, credibility, and purpose.Under my leadership, Ascent has grown into an award-winning firm, recognized among the fastest-growing companies in the Southeast by Inc Magazine and twice named a Charlotte Business Journal Fast 50 company, with additional recognition as Best PR Firm in Charlotte by Charlotte Magazine readers.

Education

• American University

  Master of Arts (MA)

• Gettysburg College

  Bachelor of Arts

• International University Studies in Seville

  Spanish

Skills

• Policy Analysis
• Politics
• Research
• Microsoft Office
• Leadership
• Editing
• Event Planning
• Powerpoint
• Social Media
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Public Speaking
• Strategic Communications
• Facebook
• Digital Strategy
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Public Policy
• Press Releases