Bio
Tricia joined Heard, McElroy & Vestal in April 2025 in Shreveport after leading marketing in the healthcare industry for several years. A former news reporter, she has experience in both public and nonprofit sectors, and uses her expertise in marketing, public relations, and business development to support firm-wide communication and marketing programs.
Tricia graduated from Louisiana State University in Shreveport with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications/Public Relations. In 2017, Tricia achieved Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) status.
She is passionate for outdoor recreation and conservation, and devotes much of her spare time to environmental advocacy.
Professional Associations/Recognitions
- VP of Continuing Education – Public Relations Association of Louisiana (PRAL), Northwest
- Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF) – Senior Practitioner
- Shreveport Journalism Foundation
- 2013 Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce – 40 Under 40
- 2017 SPRF Award of Excellence
- 2022 PRAL Northwest Member of the Year
- 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award honoree
- 2026 PRAL Professional Achievement Award
Community Associations/Involvement
- Certified Louisiana Master Naturalist
- Keep Bossier Beautiful
- Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society
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