Business Details
17 Years
experience
Award-Winning PR & Digital Marketing Solutions
Founded in 2009, Beyond Fifteen is a full-service public relations and digital marketing agency based in Orange County, California. Our agency combines the talent and reach of a mega-agency with the personalized service of a boutique firm, delivering measurable results for clients across technology, healthcare, education, and consumer goods industries. Led by co-founders Lauren Ellermeyer and Leslie Licano, we specialize in earned, owned, and paid media strategies that build brand awareness and drive business growth. Our team of experts leverages integrated marketing communications to secure media placements, enhance digital visibility, and create compelling content tailored to each client's unique needs.With a proven track record of reducing costs while increasing conversions and media exposure, we prioritize long-term partnerships built on integrity and results. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our status as a Native American-owned, women-led business enterprise. Through strategic planning and execution, we help clients sustain success beyond fleeting moments of fame.
Services
Media Relations
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Search Engine Optimization
Influencer Marketing
Digital Advertising
Thought Leadership
PR Campaigns
Brand Strategy
Lead Generation
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We combine mega-agency capabilities with boutique-level personalization
- Our team has secured 500M+ monthly views for client brands
- Proven 79% cost reduction in client ad spend with 23x conversion increases
- Specialized expertise across technology, healthcare, and education sectors
- Award-winning leadership with decades of combined industry experience
Associations and certifications
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
- Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Minority Women Business Enterprise (MWBE)
What people say
Dramatic cost reductions
23x conversion increases
500M+ monthly views
Award-winning expertise
Strategic thought leadership
Services
Media Relations
Our media relations experts secure placements in top-tier publications through strategic outreach and compelling storytelling. We develop press materials, coordinate media interviews, and execute targeted campaigns that build brand credibility and industry authority. Clients benefit from increased visibility and enhanced reputation through earned media coverage.
Social Media Marketing
We create data-driven social media strategies that boost engagement and drive conversions across platforms. Our services include content creation, community management, paid social advertising, and influencer partnerships. Clients see measurable growth in followers, engagement rates, and brand awareness through our tailored approaches.
Content Marketing
Our team develops compelling content that positions clients as industry thought leaders. Services include blog creation, byline placements, case studies, and multimedia content. Clients gain authority through consistent, high-quality content that attracts and converts target audiences while improving SEO performance.
Influencer Marketing
We connect brands with relevant influencers to expand reach and credibility. Our strategic partnerships drive authentic engagement and conversions through trusted voices in target markets. Clients benefit from increased brand awareness and measurable ROI through carefully curated influencer networks.
Search Engine Optimization
Our SEO experts implement technical optimizations and content strategies to improve organic search rankings. We conduct keyword research, on-page optimization, and performance analysis to increase website traffic. Clients experience sustained growth in qualified leads and market visibility through proven SEO tactics.
People
Lauren Ellermeyer
President
Co-founder with 15+ years in PR, specializing in brand growth and media strategy. Fluent in Spanish, she focuses on bilingual marketing and serves on Orange County business boards.
Leslie Licano
CEO
Award-winning PR strategist with expertise in media placement and thought leadership. Recognized with PROTOS Awards, she develops high-concept campaigns that position clients as industry innovators.
Questions
What services does Beyond Fifteen offer?
We provide media relations, social media marketing, content strategy, SEO, influencer marketing, and integrated PR campaigns tailored to your business needs.
Which industries do you specialize in?
We work with technology, healthcare, education, consumer goods, and manufacturing clients to build brand authority and drive measurable results.
How do you measure campaign success?
We track metrics like media placements, conversion rates, cost savings, and audience reach to ensure transparent, data-driven results for clients.
Are you a certified minority-owned business?
Yes, we're certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), and Minority Women Business Enterprise (MWBE).
Can you handle national PR campaigns?
Our team secures placements in top-tier national publications and has extensive experience managing PR programs for Fortune 500 companies.
Reviews (3)
Eric Morley
Sep 22, 2019
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Through the years, we have shared client duties with Beyond Fifteen and have appreciated their strategy, execution, and followup. The Beyond Fifteen team continues to deliver public relations focused strategy with the understanding of a highly defined custom approach to each marketing problem and each specific client. The Beyond Fifteen brings many years of experience to the table and extensive experience across numerous categories.
Joey Maestas
Aug 31, 2019
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Amazing PR and Digital Media agency! Their innovation and creativity is one of the best in southern California! + Incredible portfolio of clients. Highly recommend.
Keepbooking - Nicole Sands
Jul 07, 2019
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With Beyond Fifteen, I've found a true business partner - not only are they responsive when I need to talk, but oftentimes they're reaching out to me to check in, which is so refreshing. Their stand-out attention to detail and authenticity sets them apart from others. Their team is friendly, thoughtful and driven. I am excited to be working with them!
