PRS Guitars Hires Eric Hammond as Public Relations Manager

(STEVENSVILLE, Md.) January 2, 2025 – PRS Guitars today announced the appointment of Eric Hammond to the role of public relations manager. Hammond brings over 20 years of experience to the multiple aspects of the role. He is joining at an impactful time for awareness as the company heads into its 40th anniversary year in 2025. Previously, he was an account director at creative communications agency Maroon PR, leading strategy and execution on local, regional, national and international accounts in retail, entertainment, consumer products, nonprofits and other verticals.

Hammond will report to Director of Artist Relations & Community Relations, Bev Fowler. He will be responsible for supporting and growing media relations and content creator partnership strategy, in addition to events and the company’s philanthropy program.

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Eric Hammond to our team as our new public relations manager. His extensive experience in PR and marketing will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and broaden our reach,” said PRS Guitars Director of Artist Relations & Community Relations, Bev Fowler.

Hammond began his career in communications through television news production. He also gained valuable experience working in newspaper production, public affairs television and documentary production, producing and directing television commercials, magazine editing, radio and print journalism, and marketing. He then pivoted to public relations, media buying, and social media strategy. He has served on the boards of two charitable organizations, helping to manage giving. Hammond has production and planning experience across several types and sizes of events.

“In this new role, I am ready to hit the ground running and help continue to spread awareness about the extraordinary products coming out of PRS Guitars,” said Hammond. “I have been an owner of multiple PRS instruments for more than two decades, so I know firsthand the extraordinary quality of our instruments made both in Maryland and overseas. This is a company that I am truly passionate about, and I look forward to officially being a brand advocate.”

PRS Guitars is planning a year full of new products and limited-edition introductions. Stay up to date through www.prsguitars.com and by following @prsguitars on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and YouTube.

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About PRS Guitars:
PRS Guitars is a leading manufacturer of high-quality instruments in Stevensville, Maryland and has provided some of the world’s most renowned musicians with instruments since 1985. The PRS team of highly skilled craftspeople design and build a wide variety of musical instruments and gear for worldwide distribution, including electric and acoustic guitars as well as boutique-style guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. The PRS SE Series complements the Maryland-made PRS line by offering highly approachable and more affordable electric and acoustic guitars. Carlos Santana, Mark Tremonti, John Mayer, Jimmy Herring, Myles Kennedy, Zach Myers, Mark Holcomb, Tim Pierce, Orianthi, David Grissom, Mark Lettieri, and Rhonda Smith are among the artists currently playing PRS instruments and/or amplifiers.

PRS Guitars Info: www.prsguitars.com