Jermaine Johnson
Founder, Principal
Founder, Principal
Jermaine Johnson is the founder of Fluency, an agency that specializes in serving organizations with deep strategic marketing and communication needs. Jermaine boasts a career spanning two decades marked by excellence and dedication.
Initially starting in advertising, Jermaine's journey led him to a profound realization—his true passion lay in channeling his time, talent, and energy toward advancing higher education institutions and nonprofits. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the communications landscape, holding key roles at prestigious institutions such as Dartmouth College, the College of William and Mary, and the United States Air Force Academy.
Whether navigating institution-wide applications, orchestrating philanthropic campaign launches, guiding leadership transitions, or seizing significant moments for community-building, Fluency is dedicated to driving meaningful and lasting impact.
Initially starting in advertising, Jermaine's journey led him to a profound realization—his true passion lay in channeling his time, talent, and energy toward advancing higher education institutions and nonprofits. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the communications landscape, holding key roles at prestigious institutions such as Dartmouth College, the College of William and Mary, and the United States Air Force Academy.
Whether navigating institution-wide applications, orchestrating philanthropic campaign launches, guiding leadership transitions, or seizing significant moments for community-building, Fluency is dedicated to driving meaningful and lasting impact.
Mary Frances Kerr
Senior Strategist
Mary Frances Kerr joined Fluency in 2023, bringing a three-decades long record of success in regional and national nonprofits and higher education. Beginning with her work for the 1996 Olympic Games, Mary Frances has been a pivotal leader within organizations like the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Colorado College and Agnes Scott College in Atlanta, to name a few.
In various roles, she has been responsible for managing multi-million dollar budgets, contributing to complex, community-changing projects, and securing historic gifts as a fundraiser. Along the way, she has gained extensive experience in strategy, planning and leading change.
Understanding how the big picture vision for positive community impact links to the details of ground-level execution makes Mary Frances someone you want in your corner as counsel and guide. Communication is the inflection point between strategy and success.
At Fluency, we know that excellent communication happens by design.
Senior Strategist
Mary Frances Kerr joined Fluency in 2023, bringing a three-decades long record of success in regional and national nonprofits and higher education. Beginning with her work for the 1996 Olympic Games, Mary Frances has been a pivotal leader within organizations like the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Colorado College and Agnes Scott College in Atlanta, to name a few.
In various roles, she has been responsible for managing multi-million dollar budgets, contributing to complex, community-changing projects, and securing historic gifts as a fundraiser. Along the way, she has gained extensive experience in strategy, planning and leading change.
Understanding how the big picture vision for positive community impact links to the details of ground-level execution makes Mary Frances someone you want in your corner as counsel and guide. Communication is the inflection point between strategy and success.
At Fluency, we know that excellent communication happens by design.
Kevin Beechwood
Senior Director of Video Production and Live Events
Senior Director of Video Production and Live Events
Kevin is an award-winning filmmaker, cinematographer, and producer with a rich portfolio that includes collaborations with notable organizations like CEAVCO Audio Visual and the US Air Force Academy. His expertise covers the full spectrum of filmmaking, from pre- to post-production. Passionate about education, Kevin has also imparted his knowledge as an adjunct lecturer at University of Colorado Colorado Springs and Colorado College, emphasizing film as a collaborative and practical endeavor.
Kevin's work has earned him multiple accolades, including Bronze and Silver Telly Awards, and recognition at film festivals for his contributions to narrative and corporate film production. Through his diverse projects and dedication to teaching, Kevin continues to influence the next generation of storytellers.
Kevin's achievements underscore his remarkable talent and unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of storytelling through film.
Sarah Larrabee
Senior Design Associate, Art Director
Sarah Larrabee is an experienced graphic designer who has a talent for coming up with creative ideas and unique visual styles. With more than two decades of expertise, she has crafted designs for various mediums. Sara's excellent use of color, typography, and illustration defines her design, making her work stand out with a distinct and captivating aesthetic. She has a solid understanding of marketing principles and advertising techniques, and her meticulous attention to detail showcases her natural talent for creating memorable and visually striking designs.
As an enthusiastic team player, she is dedicated to delivering outstanding results within deadlines and budget constraints. Sara takes pride in her passion for ensuring client satisfaction on every project.
Senior Design Associate, Art Director
Sarah Larrabee is an experienced graphic designer who has a talent for coming up with creative ideas and unique visual styles. With more than two decades of expertise, she has crafted designs for various mediums. Sara's excellent use of color, typography, and illustration defines her design, making her work stand out with a distinct and captivating aesthetic. She has a solid understanding of marketing principles and advertising techniques, and her meticulous attention to detail showcases her natural talent for creating memorable and visually striking designs.
As an enthusiastic team player, she is dedicated to delivering outstanding results within deadlines and budget constraints. Sara takes pride in her passion for ensuring client satisfaction on every project.