Inspiring Lasting Impact

Building Meaningful Connections, Driving Progress, and Upholding Accountability

At Elevia, an Atlanta-based, purpose-driven public relations agency, our values are the foundation of everything we do, guiding us like a North Star on our journey towards excellence.

Care and Connection

We believe in building meaningful connections and caring for our clients, our team members, and the world at large.

Growth and Progress

We believe in driving growth for our clients, ourselves, and humanity as a whole.

Transparency and Accountability

We believe in transparency and accountability at all times, ensuring we continue to meet and exceed expectations.

Meet the Team Behind Our Mission: Passionate Leaders Driving Positive Change

Claire Angelle

Founder and CEO

Claire started her career as Press and Communication Officer for the French Foreign Service. She, then, opened and led Atlanta’s Office of International Affairs to elevate the city’s visibility on the global stage. In 2018, Claire founded Elevia (previously known as Angelle Consulting) to combine her commitment to solving the world’s biggest environmental and societal challenges with her passion for storytelling. Originally from Nantes, France, Claire graduated from the University of Nantes and holds a Master’s Degree in International Business and Trade. Claire is a certified global business professional (NASBITE INTERNATIONAL) and is the Vice President of the French Trade Advisors – U.S. Southeast Chapter. She resides in Atlanta, GA with her husband, John, her son, Louis and her dog, Blaze.

Andie Orozco-Patton

Director of Communications

Andie is the Director of Communications for Elevia. As such, she’s in charge of writing and placing content for our clients, from industry-specific articles to press releases, along with obtaining speaking opportunities on their behalf. An alumnus of Texas A&M University, Andie holds both a Master’s Degree and Bachelor’s Degree in English, along with a minor in communications. Her post-graduate journey led her to a role as a copywriter, where she further developed her writing skills. Andie currently lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas with her fiancé, Trey, and their two dogs, Roo and Fin.

Philippe Bourguignon

Advisor
Vice Chairman of Revolution Places and
Founder of the Parisian Co-working Space Le Shack

Philippe Bourguignon is Vice Chairman of Revolution Places and Founder of the Parisian co-working space Le Shack. Prior to joining the famous VC firm in Washington D.C., Philippe was co-CEO of the Davos-based World Economic Forum. Previous positions include Chairman and CEO of Club Med, as well as Chairman and CEO of Euro Disney. Philippe also spent 14 years with the Accor group, one of the largest hotel groups in the world. Today, Philippe sits on the board of three Revolution companies: Exclusive Resorts, CAVA, and Vinfolio. In addition, he is an active member on the board of Neiman Marcus as well as the chairman of Primonial, a Paris based wealth management firm. He previously served as a member of the board of directors for Zipcar and spent 11-years on the board at eBay.

Genevieve Bos

Advisor
Tech and Media Entrepreneur

Genevieve is a successful technology and media entrepreneur who has launched and sold multiple privately held companies. Her latest venture, Optios, unlocks the brain's potential using proprietary neurotechnology. As a tech executive, board member, and professional speaker, Genevieve is a global connector of people and ideas and a world-class business developer. She has closed over $200 million dollars in products and services to some of the world’s largest enterprises. Genevieve has been featured in Forbes, and on CNBC, NBC, CNN and more. She is also known for launching then selling the publishing lifestyle brand PINK - created exclusively for professional women – described as “Fortune Meets Oprah.” She is a sought after speaker for companies like Cisco, The Coca-Cola Company, Dell, GE, The Home Depot, P&G and many more.

Nadia Theodore

Advisor
Public and International Affairs Executive

"Excellence with authenticity” is Nadia's motto. A seasoned Public and International Affairs executive, Nadia's career path took her from her hometown of Ottawa to the World Trade Organization in Geneva, the Consulate General of Canada in Atlanta and, most recently, to Toronto in order to take up a Senior Vice President role at Maple Leaf Foods. She is a sought-after speaker at forums like the International Economic Forum of the Americas, The Canadian International Council and The Economic Club New York and has appeared on outlets like NPR, The Agenda and The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Passionate about community service, Nadia also invests time and effort in ventures that are committed to putting more women that look like her in decision making spaces across Canada and beyond. She is an incoming Senior Fellow at the University of Ottawa School of Public and International Affairs as well as a Board member for The Public Policy Forum, G(irls)20 and The Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security.