Since 2003

For over two decades, we've helped organizations develop strategic community solutions while garnering support & involvement in their communities.

Meet Our Team

Brandi DeRuiter

President

After joining the Carpe Diem Community Solutions team in 2020 as a Public Information Specialist, Brandi is now the President who leads the mission and team of Carpe Diem. With nearly two decades of experience in community program development and engagement, Brandi has served both internally in local government and as a liaison between business and community leaders at all levels of government, overseeing collaboration efforts to advance economic development policies focused on achieving healthy economies and improved quality of life. Brandi has served as an Honorary Commander of the Communications Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base and also holds a Masters degree in Instructional and Performance System Design.

Julie Dodge

Public Information Specialist

Kira Love

Public Information Specialist

Lynn Cherry

Facilitation & Visioning

Gina Armstrong

Marketing & Business Operations

Katelyn Parsons

Brand & Graphic Designer

Courtney Daniel

Graphic Designer

Matt Oakes

Video Production & FAA Certified Drone Pilot

Fred Stevenson

FAA Certified Drone Pilot

Rhett Miller

Videographer