Ashley Martinez

Senior Publicist

Ashley is a seasoned public relations professional, with over a decade of experience helping brands earn meaningful visibility through strategic storytelling and media relations. With a deep knowledge and passion for the hospitality industry, Ashley excels in developing compelling pitch angles, fostering strong relationships with media, and delivering impactful PR strategies, campaigns, and partnerships to help clients elevate brand awareness and support business goals.

Ashley began her career at the Washington, D.C.-based Know PR before joining boutique food and beverage agency ThreeLockharts PR, where she led media relations and strategic communications for a portfolio of acclaimed restaurants, including Stephen Starr's Le Diplomate, St. Anselm, Bread Alley, and Chef Michael White's Osteria Morini. After relocating to Los Angeles, Ashley joined JS2 PR where she led communications for notable restaurant and consumer brands, including Danny Trejo's Trejo's Tacos. 

Ashley holds a B.S. in Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations from Virginia Commonwealth University. Outside of work, she's always exploring a new restaurant, food cart, or festival—and keeping an eye out for the next story waiting to be told.