Principal, Brandi Richard

Brandi Richard is the principal of BRComm, a dynamic agency specializing in public relations, publicity, and entertainment. With over 20 years of experience, Brandi is known for her energy, creativity, and strategic thinking, crafting compelling stories and elevating brands to new heights.

For the past twenty years, Brandi has honed her expertise at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), where she currently serves as a Public Affairs Officer. Her extensive background in crisis communication, media relations, and strategic communication has empowered her to lead initiatives that engage, inform, and inspire.

A graduate of Texas Woman’s University in General Studies with an emphasis in Business, Computer Science, and English, Brandi’s diverse academic background laid the foundation for her career in communications. Early in her professional journey, she discovered her passion for storytelling and innovative marketing as an intern at Temerlin McClain Advertising Agency, where she quickly became known for her creative approach to brand development.

Brandi’s first professional innovation—a design for an agency client’s annual report—earned her an award and set the stage for her entrepreneurial ventures. Over the years, she founded several successful companies and initiatives, including Awakened Concepts (an idea generation firm), Inspired Designs Apparel, Sacred Aroma (natural bath and body products), Green Grass Generation, On Board DFW, The Young Professional Advocate, WeDevelopMe, NULYP NOW, STEMWorks, and LEADYP, among others. Each of these ventures reflects Brandi’s commitment to innovation, empowerment, and community engagement.

Brandi’s leadership extends beyond her work in communications. She has been recognized for her trailblazing efforts in mass communications and media, receiving accolades such as recognition at the 2013 Black Woman in Media Conference and again in 2015 for her contributions to the media industry.

Through BR Communications, Brandi blends her extensive experience in non-profit, government, corporate, and entrepreneurial sectors to offer clients a unique and holistic perspective on brand building. Whether you’re a public figure, an emerging brand, or a creative professional, Brandi’s expertise will help you craft stories that shape legacies and amplify your voice on a global stage.