Color & Culture is a multicultural, full-service, marketing and advertising agency that inspires public and private sector clients to rethink their marketplace. We offer a wide range of services — from research to creative solutions and supporting public health initiatives — all designed to drive impactful change. By integrating multiple channels with a cohesive strategy, we ensure every element works in harmony to deliver results, build momentum and elevate your brand.

But who we are does not stop at marketing. We’re also changemakers, focused on leveling the playing field in all aspects of life for everyone. Our team realizes the full gamut of inequities that must be addressed in communities underserved by traditional institutions — access to quality health care, opportunities for education and employment, and affordable housing to name a few. We take on social challenges by forging initiatives with corporate and nonprofit partnerships, focused on a unified mission of educating, empowering, and uplifting these communities.

Our Origins: A Collage of Vision and Culture

In November 2022, Harrisburg, PA-based firms Latino Connection and PPO&S Integrated Marketing Communications merged to form Color & Culture, Inc., combining 40+ years of expertise with a shared vision to reimagine marketing and communications for a multicultural world. By blending Latino Connection’s focus on multicultural outreach with PPO&S’s strategic marketing legacy, Color & Culture was created to help brands build meaningful connections with diverse audiences. Collectively, we’re shaping what it means to create work that resonates across cultures while building a future rooted in innovation and inclusivity.

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Founded in 2014, Latino Connection is a national leader in health education, promotion, and disease prevention. Specializing in addressing social determinants of health, they partner with corporate, government, and nonprofit entities to improve health outcomes for communities that are underserved.

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For over 40 years, PPO&S has been a leading full-service marketing communications firm, known for its award-winning campaigns and research-driven strategies that deliver measurable results for private sector and mission-driven clients.

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Our Culture Stewards

Meet CEO George Fernandez

George is the kind of visionary who doesn’t just talk the talk — he walks it with passion and authenticity. With years of hands-on experience tackling complex social issues, he channels his energy and ideas into action. George is here to “change the game” in marketing, public health and any institution that’s underserving populations. And he does it with exuberance and a fearless spirit.

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Modesto Araujo

Brand Ambassador

Known for his charisma and vibrant personality, Modesto brings exceptional attention to detail and quality to every community event and daily task. A fun and quirky fact about him — he can’t fall asleep unless his bed is perfectly made!

Michele Arrasmith

Executive Assistant
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Ashleigh Aviles

Senior Account Executive

Ash is the go-to expert for mobile health initiatives focused on reaching communities that are underserved. She’s also the producer behind several award-winning events, including the Latino Health Summit, ensuring each one leaves a lasting impact. When she’s not bringing programs to life, you can find her savoring a delicious “sancocho” or “arroz con gandules!”

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Janet Baez

Brand Ambassador

Described by her colleagues as the most kind-hearted person in the world, Janet always brings passion and creativity to connecting with diverse communities. When she’s not at the office, she recharges by camping under the stars and soaking up nature’s beauty.

Amber Borreli

Amber R. Borreli

Grants & Development Manager

Amber is a force to be reckoned with, securing millions in grants for affordable housing and other initiatives that address disparities in various communities. She’s also a DIY enthusiast, traveler, and photographer, proving there’s no project too big or small for her.

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Carlos Centeno

Associate Creative Director

A design thinker and UX wizard, Carlos turns complex challenges into creative experiences that move people. From brand identities to campaign activations, he’s always pushing the boundaries of possibilities. When he’s not designing, you might find Carlos jamming on the guitar, painting, or reading from his growing pile of unread nonfiction.

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Lauren Cherry

Graphic Designer

Michelle Connett-Bergstein

Senior Brand Manager

With 15 years of design expertise, Michelle ensures community outreach marketing and corporate events are experiences that not only look stunning but make people “feel,” emphasizing inclusion and equity in every project. When she’s not busy designing jaw-dropping work, you’ll find her teaching indoor cycling classes, keeping the energy high both in and out of the studio!

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Jean Cubilette

Senior Project Manager

Jean is a talented, award-winning leader who has led ground-breaking projects like nationally recognized COVID-19 mobile health response, CATE (Community-Accessible Testing & Education). She’s also a huge Walt Disney fan, on a mission to visit every Disney park around the world.

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Diana Escalante

Director of Operations & Client Services

Diana oversees operations at our agency, ensuring efficient service delivery. She is passionate about helping our clients provide community resources in multiple languages to empower and educate individuals. Diana is also a member of the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs, advocating for over a million Latinos in Pennsylvania.

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Cesar Fernandez

Fleet Manager
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Ann Gallina

Account Manager
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Travis Good

Media Content Manager
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Joandra Gurian

Community Engagement Specialist

Joandra (JoJo) is joyful, passionate, and wise beyond her years. She is a vibrant community engagement specialist who thrives on building connections within the communities we and our clients serve. Live music is this Gen-Zer’s happy place — JoJo has been to 26 concerts, and counting!

Madison Hall

Community Engagement Specialist
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Raquel Huggins

Public Health Project Manager

Raquel is a foodie, a team player and an accomplished professional not only dedicated to advancing health equity and educating about the harms of tobacco, but also advocating for human rights. She has a passion for photography and had a few of her work auctioned at the American Ambassador’s Residence in Paris!

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Amanda Humma

Account Executive

Amanda is the kind of person who can turn your day around with just one conversation. Witty, quick-thinking, and always ready with a laugh, she brings a lighthearted energy to every interaction. As the hands-on point of contact for our clients, she ensures every strategy and decision aligns with their goals — delivering not just successful outcomes, but a fun and enjoyable process along the way.

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Joe Knezic

VP Branding and Creative Services

With over 35 years of creative genius, Joe has led award-winning campaigns that shape brands and drive change. He has created impactful work for clients in industries ranging from infrastructure to education. When it comes to branding, Joe’s got the magic touch that turns strategies into success stories.

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Vedsy Lorenzo

Community Health Worker Supervisor
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Sean McCormick, PhD

Associate Director of Public Health Programs

Sean is a public health powerhouse by day, leading community health programs with a focus on equity and prevention. By night, he trades data for decks as the host of Cosmosis, a DJ show that’s as eclectic as his passion for health. Who says public health can’t have a beat?

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Nitza Mercado

Community Health Worker
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Yndira Mesa

Team Lead & Brand Ambassador
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Yohanny Moncion

Project Manager & Brand Ambassador
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Elines Olaverria

Spanish Public Relations Analyst

A former multimedia journalist turned PR expert with over 8 years of experience, Elines knows how to tell compelling stories that capture media attention. As a proud Latina, she’s passionate about addressing the unique needs of minoritized populations. When she’s not securing high-impact media placements, she’s whipping up delicious Dominican cakes.

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Marielys Pagan-Stacks

Project Manager

Armed with a bright smile and the best attitude, this woman of many talents thrives in driving projects to success and ensuring the highest efficiency. Off the clock, you can catch Marielys revving up her motorcycle or playing sports with the Harrisburg Young Professionals crew.

Nicolas Polanco

Project Manager

Nico is known for his fresh sense of fashion, spontaneous dancing, and kind approach. With a passion for healthcare and helping others, he works tirelessly to drive healthcare education and resources into the hearts of the communities through various initiatives.

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Tracy Rouscher

Accounting Manager

Tracy has been rocking the numbers game for more than 20 years. She also has DIY penchant for transforming the ordinary into treasure and gardens into paradises.

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Madeline Esther Rodriguez

Project Manager
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Leslie Ruiz

Certified Interpreter & Community Outreach Specialist
Beth Shanabrough

Beth Shanabrough

Associate Media Coordinator
Brandie Trostle

Brandie Trostle

Media Coordinator

As a former javelin thrower, Brandie knows what it takes to aim high and hit her target, both in athletics and media strategy! This talented media buyer excels in managing people-centered media strategies and entertaining campaigns.

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Niurka Valle

Translation & Interpretation Services Coordinator

Niurka is our go-to for translations and interpretation. Her passion for communication extends beyond language — she also loves sharing the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She practices and advocates for exercise and mindful eating, and when she’s not busy with work, you can find her dancing, singing, and spending quality time with her family in nature.

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Katherine Vargas

Associate Director of Administrative Services

Brands That Trust Us

We’ve earned the trust of businesses and organizations by consistently delivering work that not only resonates with their diverse audiences but also produces real, measurable results. We’d love to earn your trust and help you rediscover the potential of your brand.