Boutique by Design

The Buzz Maker® is an award-winning boutique public relations and branding agency recognized among Ohio’s best. We deliver high-caliber strategic communication services and creative execution found in larger agencies at an outstanding value. We craft authentic stories and strategies that help you amplify awareness, strengthen market position, and build brand loyalty. You’ll get the strategic communication services and creative execution that you’d find in larger agencies, along with the personal attention you deserve.

Isn’t that refreshing?

Meet the Team

  • Tracy Teuscher, MS, APR, OCVN

    Founder, problem solver, tree hugger, cinnamon roll expert.

  • Anne Young, MA

    Writer, optimist, twin mom, roller derby queen.

  • Brian Brinkman

    Designer, artist, lead camper, coconut oil aficionado.

  • Joe Smithberger

    Photographer, musician, secret agent, van life leader.

  • Jen Hugon

    Designer, artist, girl mom, mustache model.

  • Sharon Teuscher

    Fine artist, shower singer, proud auntie, beachcomber.

Our Founder

Tracy founded The Buzz Maker® in 2005 after establishing and leading public relations departments for an advertising agency and a national magazine publisher. She created a flexible culture of belonging where family comes first, work-life balance is achievable, and social and environmental impact are a non-negotiable.

Some Accomplishments

  • Helped hundreds of organizations amplify awareness, build stakeholder loyalty, and sustain growth.

  • Recognized among the top PR agencies in Ohio.

  • Earned awards for excellence and leadership.

  • Earned thousands of media features for clientele.

  • Donated tens of thousands of dollars in services to local nonprofits (We’ve lost track.)

  • Created unique brand names and identity for numerous organizations.

  • Managed multi-channel brand integration programs for 12 companies.

  • Served Ohio’s colleges, entrepreneurial centers, small business incubators, SBDC, and universities as guest educators.

  • Helped organizations survive during the COVID-19 pandemic with a free crisis communication guide.

  • Sustained success through specialized education, Irish grit, and cinnamon rolls.

Testimonials
About Tracy

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Intersectionality

We humbly acknowledge that we inhabit the land of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, also known as the Iroquois Six Nations people. We aim to be sensitive allies and worthy stewards of this land. We embrace people of every race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, culture, and ability. We strive to overcome implicit bias and deepen our understanding and compassion for the lived experiences of others. We seek to be allies who contribute to social and environmental justice and reparation. Together we rise.