Peggy Lents
Founder & CEO

Peggy Lents founded Lents Mazur & Associates in 1987 to provide strategic and customized marketing, communications and public relations services. The firm works with diverse for-profit and nonprofit clients, locally and nationally.

Mindy Mazur
Managing Partner

Mindy Mazur is a seasoned executive leader with a passion for making a difference.  As Managing Partner of Lents Mazur & Associates, she is responsible for business development, operations, and account management.

Judy Goodman
Director of Public Relations

Judy Goodman has managed local, regional and national media for corporate and non-profit clients since 1991. Previously, she worked as a health reporter for KSDK-TV News Channel 5, maintained a private practice in counseling, and served on the Clayton Board of Aldermen.

Jarrett Jones
Associate

Jarrett Jones is a problem-solving communicator. He powers our clients and team with his behind-the-scenes magic to help everyone succeed.

Rich Lamb
Senior Associate

Rich is a 30-year veteran of the Missouri state government and has also worked on successful political campaigns.  He has a reputation for solving problems and achieving results.

Chanelle Zak
Associate

Chanelle Zak provides leadership and support in the areas of strategic communications and marketing, digital communications and public affairs.

Kelsey Thompson
Senior Associate

Kelsey Thompson brings wide-ranging experience in multiple industries.  Her diverse skill set includes organizational management, government affairs, and partnership engagement.

Rachel Painter
Executive Support Specialist

Rachel Painter brings a unique blend of organized creativity to the team and primarily focuses on project management and internal administration.

Kyra Afolabi
Intern

Kyra Afolabi is passionate about elevating client ideas and voices. Just as she mentors students through her leadership roles in college, she is eager to help clients achieve their goals.

Scarlett Hovermale
Intern

Scarlett Hovermale is a hard-working full-time college student, with a passion for marketing and business. Her ambition is to assist clients in any way possible, to ensure their needs and goals are met.

Leigh Walters
Strategic Partner

Leigh Walters is a builder of positive reputations and relationships. She is a trusted resource in strategic communication, executive visibility, issues management, media relations, and content strategy.

Jen Danker
Strategic Partner

Jen Danker’s creative firm, Breo Media, specializes in engaging and effective web and graphic design solutions. Jen delivers exceptional results for her clients as well as personal and reliable service.

Joni Wickham
Strategic Partner

Joni Wickham is all about grit, grace, and getting things done. She’s an accomplished political strategist, communications expert, and organizational leader.

Sly James
Strategic Partner

Former Mayor Sly James has worn many hats over the years – lead singer in a band, military police officer, successful trial attorney, dynamic mayor who oversaw Kansas City, Missouri’s renaissance, and award-winning author.