Melissa Marino Joins Growing Catalyst Communications Group Team

Catalyst Communications Group, a leading media relations and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the hire of Melissa Marino as a Media Relations Specialist. Melissa joins Catalyst after spending 16 years in local news, including the last decade at News Channel 8 in Tampa.

 "We are thrilled to welcome Melissa to the Catalyst team," said Preston Rudie, Founder and CEO of Catalyst Communications Group. "She is a dynamic journalist with a proven ability to connect with audiences, uncover important stories, and build trusted relationships in the community. Her experience and deep local ties will further strengthen our ability to deliver powerful, results-driven communication strategies for our clients."

 Melissa began her news career at FOX43 in her hometown of York, Pennsylvania. She spent the last decade at News Channel 8 in Tampa covering every major hurricane, elections, and some of Tampa Bay's biggest moments, including Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Lightning Championships. Melissa also covered the Tokyo Olympics, where she spent a month in Japan covering the games during the pandemic. Melissa's coverage has earned regional and national recognition, including Emmy and Edward R. Murrow award-winning coverage.

"I'm excited to join the Catalyst team," said Marino. "This is an incredible opportunity to continue telling stories that matter and help organizations connect with their communities in a powerful way."