OUR TEAM
Vince Boileau
Managing Partner
Vince is a strategic thinker, communicator and leader. He is passionate about helping others to tell complex stories with nuance and authenticity. Vince is dedicated to growing a company that creates meaningful change for our clients, team and the communities where we work. He earned his bachelor’s in communications from Grand Valley State University in 2008, served for three years as editor and assistant director at a media production company and joined Boileau Communications in 2012. In his free time, Vince enjoys playing and recording music, socializing over nerdy board games, watching good sci-fi, and doubling as a jungle gym for his three kids.
Leanne SChaeffer
Partner
Leanne joined Boileau after directing marketing for a hospitality management company. Through her experience, Leanne developed a rounded knowledge across industries and thoughtful insight into stakeholder perceptions. Identifying creative solutions to tough communications issues, Leanne serves as a valuable partner to our clients and asset to our company. A Grand Valley alumna, Leanne earned her bachelor’s in Advertising and Public Relations. Outside the office, she can be found spending quality time with family, rocking first base in slow pitch softball, or sitting down with a good book in one hand and a glass of wine in the other.
Erich Boileau
Partner
Erich is a strategic thinker, writer and teacher whose passion is to see people and organizations grow into the truest expression of their best selves. People (and their stories) are complicated by nature, and he enjoys the challenge of bringing clarity and understanding into complex scenarios. Prior to becoming a partner in 2021, Erich served the company in various roles for 12 years, and his approach is informed by nearly a decade of non-profit leadership experience while living abroad in Morocco and Japan. He earned his bachelor’s degree in English from Grand Valley State University in 2009. Erich is fascinated by the human brain, and outside the office he enjoys co-hosting a Japanese-language podcast on mental health with his wife, barstool philosophizing with friends, and spending time with his dog Fuji.
Kylie White
Account Manager
Kylie joined the Boileau in 2019. She views her work as playing Charlotte from “Charlotte’s Web,” taking webs of information and spinning them into something beautiful that everyday people can understand. Her webs take the form of press releases, op-eds, video scripts, email campaigns, strategic plans, print materials, blog posts and more for clients across all industries. When not at work, Kylie plays piano, snowboards, slays her weekly Dungeons & Dragons campaign, wrestles her crazy puppy, and travels with her husband.
Patrick Clark
Account Manager
Patrick joins the Boileau team with over 25 years of experience as a teacher, coach and business development professional. He brings a passion for community development and education to the company.
In his free time, Patrick can be found producing a vintage radio hour livestream that now reaches across international borders with over 160 voiceover actors involved.
Erin Trisch
Account Manager
As one of our Account Managers, Erin works directly with our clients to determine and execute strategic comms efforts tailored to their unique needs. A Hope College alum (Go Dutch!), she spent serveral years working in the nonprofit fundraising and tourism industries before joining the Boileau team in 2023.
Outside of work, Erin’s an avid reader, hardcore Swiftie, beginner sourdough bread baker, and high school ministry leader alongside her husband.
Becca Barth
Web Specialist
A technical, professional and creative writer with web development chops, Becca offers a unique combination of skills to the Boileau team. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Becca graduated from Davenport University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Web Design and Development. Becca has worked in both agency and in-house marketing roles across industries. When not writing, Becca is an avid reader, amateur novelist, and video game enthusiast. She also enjoys cooking, baking, and drinking coffee that tastes like chocolate. She’s currently obsessed with The Great British Bake Off, and has recreated several of their masterpieces with surprising success.
Grace Heemstra
Communications Associate
Grace joined the Boileau & Co. team as a 2024 graduate from Michigan State University, where she majored in communication and minored in both public relations and musical theatre. In the summer of 2023, Grace interned at Boileau & Co. and absolutely adored the experience. Prior to joining Boileau, she worked as a marketing intern at Wharton Center for Performing Arts and co-ran their student marketing social media.
She possesses an Anne of Green Gables-esque imagination and a gusto for writing. She was practically born with a book in her hand. When she’s not reading, you’ll find her listening to Taylor Swift, singing in a theatre, or sitting around a campfire with her friends.
Hannah Grant
Communications Associate
Hannah joined the Boileau & Co. team in 2024 with a passion for storytelling and digital strategy. After graduating from Grand Valley State University with a degree in advertising and public relations, Hannah brought her communications talents to nonprofit marketing, leading content creation and web development at Kids’ Food Basket.
When Hannah isn’t behind the computer you’ll typically find her enjoying the outdoors—she refuels her creativity by boating with her friends, traveling to new destinations (for the food, of course), picnicking on Lake Michigan’s beautiful beaches and perfecting her yoga.
Greg DeWeerd
Senior Graphic Designer
Greg is a strategic thinker and design expert with over 10 years’ experience both in-house and in the agency setting. He earned his bachelor’s in business from Davenport University and continued his education with design courses through Kendall College of Art and Design. In his free time, Greg likes spending time with his wife and three kids and enjoys camping, hiking and going to the beach.
Kelly Roels
Graphic Designer
Kelly blends her natural eye for compelling and beautiful imagery with a level of pragmatism and efficiency uncommon among designers. She understands that design is an extension of message, and draws upon the visual elements best suited to tell the story and encapsulate the brand. A graduate of Grand Valley State University‘s bachelor of fine arts program, Kelly has supported Boileau Communications with print advertising and collateral design, outdoor displays, website design and just about anything we’ve thrown her way. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her family in Zeeland.
Nate Knobloch
Graphic Designer
Nate graduated from the Baker College of Muskegon in 2015 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media Design. He previously worked for the Grand Rapids Symphony and brings seven years of graphic design experience to the team. Outside of work, Nate enjoys performing in local theater, creating wood-burning portraits, reading, and listening to 70s and 80s music.
Chris Kemperman
Video Producer
A media producer with an eye for detail, Chris joined the team in 2021, bringing experience in producing compelling, meaningful video and animation content. As a 2016 graduate of Grand Valley State University’s Film and Video program, Chris specializes in a little bit of everything but especially loves motion graphics and post-production work. His past experience in freelancing and agency work have given him the ability to use video as a tool to further and enhance each client’s unique story. When not at work, Chris can be found playing D&D, lifting weights, co-hosting a podcast and perfecting his puns.
Matt Nutile
Video Producer
A natural visual storyteller, Matt joined the team as a media producer in 2021. His past experience as media director for the Grand Rapids-based transitional housing non-profit Exodus Place and as a post-production specialist for Westbound productions has given him the ability to identify and tell complex stories with authenticity. A 2018 graduate of Grand Valley State University’s Film and Video program, Matt specializes in post-production and digital animation. When not at work, Matt can be found enjoying the latest HBO comedy series or a pint of craft beer at Founders in Grand Rapids.
Anna Vanderberg
Associate Video Producer
A West Michigan native, Anna joined Boileau in 2024 as an associate video producer. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in fine arts, Anna worked as a video production generalist at a local manufacturer. She brings an artistic eye and love for stop motion to the video team. Her favorite activities are crocheting, gardening and reading. In her free time, you can catch her testing out new recipes in the kitchen or enjoying the outdoors.
Randy Boileau
Founder, Of Counsel
Randy Boileau has 33 years of journalism, PR and marketing experience with organizations like the Detroit Free Press, Miami Herald, Bank of America, Comerica, Mazda, Donnelly and Varnum LLP. Since founding Boileau Communications in 2004, the company has grown from a one-man PR shop to an award-winning PR and marketing communications firm. Randy is also an avid outdoorsman and can be found biking, RVing or river fishing in his free time. Thoughts by Randy
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