“Improving our clients’ bottom lines is our focus … improving our clients’ customer experiences is our passion.”

CHERAY KEYES-SHIMA, APR, CPRC
Managing Partner

18 years of Marketing/PR experience

Experienced in all aspects of public relations planning and execution, but specializes in social marketing, campaign development, and event management.
Before graduating from Florida State University with a degree in Public Relations from the College of Communications (recognized as one the premier programs in the nation), Cheray began her career as Promotions Coordinator for the Florida Office for Campus Volunteers (FOCV), a pilot project of Governor Lawton Chiles.
Created print and broadcast advertising for the FOX television network affiliate in Tallahassee, Florida, developing the skills necessary to produce award-winning broadcast advertisements.
Prior to founding KSC with partner Christopher Carroll, Cheray worked in the position of Community Development Director and Chief of Staff for a not-for-profit, behavioral healthcare organization where she managed the organization’s public and community relations, marketing, and fund development. During her time with this organization, she successfully headed up a three million dollar capital campaign and regional marketing program.
In 2005 Cheray was honored with Gulf Coast Business Review’s prestigious “40 Under 40 Award”.