University Relations

Meet Our Team

To contact our team, send email to universityrelations@hamptonu.edu or submit a request.
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Richelle D. Payne

Vice President for Strategic Communications & Marketing
Brand Strategy
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James Parker

Senior Director of Marketing & Media Relations
Brand Strategy
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Mahogany Waldon

Director of University Communications
Content Strategy
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Renita Leonce

Director of Creative Services
Creative Team & Asset Management
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Caitlin Bonner

Director of Digital Communications & Marketing
Creative Team & Content Strategy
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Joshua Boone

University Photography
Asset Management

Richelle D. Payne

Vice President for Strategic Communications & Marketing

James Parker

Senior Director of Marketing & Media Relations

Mahogany Waldon

Director of University Communications

Renita Leonce

Director of Creative Services

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Caitlin Bonner

Director of Digital Communications & Marketing

Joshua Boone

University Photography

A Closer Look at Our University Relations Teams

Asset Management

The Asset Management team manages resources, platforms and agreements provide access and safeguards for the university’s brand.

Brand Strategy

The Brand Strategy team coordinates key performance indicators (KPIs) across media channels and implements strategies to enhance Hampton’s national presence.

Content Strategy

The Content Strategy team collaborates across campus to create and feature stories that highlight our interdisciplinary work and its transformative impact.

Creative Team

The Creative team elevates the university’s brand through curated visual assets, compelling storytelling via video, photography, motion graphics, and design, all aligned with Hampton’s strategic goals.