Not Just a Team, Your Team
D&Y was founded in 2023 by two marketing and communications professionals who kept running into the same challenge: organizations either stretched their budgets to build full in-house teams or expected one person to cover everything. In both cases, critical needs often went unmet.
That's where D&Y comes in.
We created a better model that offers a new kind of outsourced support—one that functions like an in-house team, adapts to your needs, and integrates seamlessly into your workflow. We collaborate closely, stay aligned on your goals, and care about the outcomes as much as you do.
Whether it's a brand launch or a high-stakes proposal, we bring strategic thinking, steady execution, and the clarity to keep things moving.
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Built for Agility. Rooted in Experience. Driven by Your Success.
Our Founders
Communications Architect | Co-Founder & Principal
Kelly Douglas
Kelly blends strategic vision with real-world communications expertise to help clients build trust, drive change, and connect with their audiences. With more than 20 years of experience across multiple sectors, she’s led media relations, crisis communications, and PR strategies for national organizations, always with a focus on outcomes that matter. Kelly brings deep expertise in executive communications, internal engagement, media relations, and public-private partnership (P3) messaging. Prior to co-founding D&Y, Kelly held senior leadership roles at prominent nonprofits in Washington, D.C., where she managed high-profile initiatives and partnered closely with executive teams to drive organizational change. She also served as Director of Communications for one of the nation’s largest P3 developers, overseeing efforts such as national media relations and resident communications. Throughout her career, Kelly has been a trusted spokesperson in crisis scenarios, helping organizations safeguard their reputations and communicate with clarity during critical moments. A proud military spouse, Kelly’s passion for empowering other military spouses and women entrepreneurs is a central part of her leadership. She previously served as Chapter Lead for the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs at MacDill Air Force Base, advocating for flexible, remote, and meaningful work opportunities.
If I Had a Different Career, I'd Be
An architect
Next Travel Stop on My Vision Board
Greece
Four-Legged Coworker
Penelope VonSchweetz the Bernedoodle and StanLee the Cavatzu
Proposal and Marketing Strategist | Co-Founder & Principal
Lauren helps businesses rethink what it means to outsource their marketing and proposal needs. With over 15 years of experience supporting firms ranging from start-ups to billion-dollar enterprises, Lauren brings big-picture strategy and creative execution to every project. She knows great marketing isn’t about buzzwords—it’s about connection, clarity, and smart execution. At D&Y, Lauren leads with a mindset grounded in possibility and precision. She works side-by-side with clients to clarify goals, craft messaging that resonates, and build materials that win business. Whether it's designing a brand, launching a campaign, or managing a proposal from kickoff to submission, Lauren’s approach is equal parts strategic and hands-on. Before co-founding D&Y, Lauren served as Strategic Marketing Manager for one of North America’s leading public-private partnership (P3) infrastructure developers, where she played a pivotal role in winning and positioning multi-billion-dollar projects. With deep roots in the A/E/C industry, she has led pursuit strategy and proposal development across sectors including transportation, healthcare, broadband, utilities, and higher education. In addition to managing complex, deadline-driven proposals, Lauren has developed integrated marketing strategies that effectively communicate corporate value propositions, support business development goals, and elevate brand positioning in competitive markets.
Lauren Yates
Not at My Desk? I'm Probably
Playing golf
Four-Legged Coworker
Gus the Great Pyrenees
Lauren helps businesses rethink what it means to outsource their marketing and proposal needs. With over 15 years of experience supporting firms ranging from start-ups to billion-dollar enterprises, Lauren brings big-picture strategy and creative execution to every project. She knows great marketing isn’t about buzzwords—it’s about connection, clarity, and smart execution. At D&Y, Lauren leads with a mindset grounded in possibility and precision. She works side-by-side with clients to clarify goals, craft messaging that resonates, and build materials that win business. Whether it's designing a brand, launching a campaign, or managing a proposal from kickoff to submission, Lauren’s approach is equal parts strategic and hands-on. Before co-founding D&Y, Lauren served as Strategic Marketing Manager for one of North America’s leading public-private partnership (P3) infrastructure developers, where she played a pivotal role in winning and positioning multi-billion-dollar projects. With deep roots in the A/E/C industry, she has led pursuit strategy and proposal development across sectors including transportation, healthcare, broadband, utilities, and higher education. In addition to managing complex, deadline-driven proposals, Lauren has developed integrated marketing strategies that effectively communicate corporate value propositions, support business development goals, and elevate brand positioning in competitive markets.
Not at My Desk? I'm Probably
Cheering my kids on at volleyball
If I Had a Different Career, I'd Be
A therapist
Kelly blends strategic vision with real-world communications expertise to help clients build trust, drive change, and connect with their audiences. With more than 20 years of experience across multiple sectors, she’s led media relations, crisis communications, and PR strategies for national organizations, always with a focus on outcomes that matter. Kelly brings deep expertise in executive communications, internal engagement, media relations, and public-private partnership (P3) messaging. Prior to co-founding D&Y, Kelly held senior leadership roles at prominent nonprofits in Washington, D.C., where she managed high-profile initiatives and partnered closely with executive teams to drive organizational change. She also served as Director of Communications for one of the nation’s largest P3 developers, overseeing efforts such as national media relations and resident communications. Throughout her career, Kelly has been a trusted spokesperson in crisis scenarios, helping organizations safeguard their reputations and communicate with clarity during critical moments. A proud military spouse, Kelly’s passion for empowering other military spouses and women entrepreneurs is a central part of her leadership. She previously served as Chapter Lead for the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs at MacDill Air Force Base, advocating for flexible, remote, and meaningful work opportunities.
Next Travel Stop on My Vision Board
Monaco Grand Prix
Kelly blends strategic vision with real-world communications expertise to help clients build trust, drive change, and connect with their audiences. With more than 20 years of experience across multiple sectors, she’s led media relations, crisis communications, and PR strategies for national organizations, always with a focus on outcomes that matter. Kelly brings deep expertise in executive communications, internal engagement, media relations, and public-private partnership (P3) messaging. Prior to co-founding D&Y, Kelly held senior leadership roles at prominent nonprofits in Washington, D.C., where she managed high-profile initiatives and partnered closely with executive teams to drive organizational change. She also served as Director of Communications for one of the nation’s largest P3 developers, overseeing efforts such as national media relations and resident communications. Throughout her career, Kelly has been a trusted spokesperson in crisis scenarios, helping organizations safeguard their reputations and communicate with clarity during critical moments. A proud military spouse, Kelly’s passion for empowering other military spouses and women entrepreneurs is a central part of her leadership. She previously served as Chapter Lead for the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs at MacDill Air Force Base, advocating for flexible, remote, and meaningful work opportunities.
Next Travel Stop on My Vision Board
Greece
Not at My Desk? I'm Probably
Cheering my kids on at volleyball
Four-Legged
Coworker
Penelope VonSchweetz the Bernedoodle and StanLee the Cavatzu
If I Had a Different Career, I'd Be
A therapist
Next Travel Stop on My Vision Board
Monaco Grand Prix
Not at My Desk? I'm Probably
Playing golf
Four-Legged
Coworker
Gus the Great Pyrenees
If I Had A Different Career, I'd Be
An Architect
Lauren Yates
Proposal and Marketing Strategist | Co-Founder & Principal
Lauren helps businesses rethink what it means to outsource their marketing and proposal needs. With over 15 years of experience supporting firms ranging from start-ups to billion-dollar enterprises, Lauren brings big-picture strategy and creative execution to every project. She knows great marketing isn’t about buzzwords—it’s about connection, clarity, and smart execution. At D&Y, Lauren leads with a mindset grounded in possibility and precision. She works side-by-side with clients to clarify goals, craft messaging that resonates, and build materials that win business. Whether it's designing a brand, launching a campaign, or managing a proposal from kickoff to submission, Lauren’s approach is equal parts strategic and hands-on. Before co-founding D&Y, Lauren served as Strategic Marketing Manager for one of North America’s leading public-private partnership (P3) infrastructure developers, where she played a pivotal role in winning and positioning multi-billion-dollar projects. With deep roots in the A/E/C industry, she has led pursuit strategy and proposal development across sectors including transportation, healthcare, broadband, utilities, and higher education. In addition to managing complex, deadline-driven proposals, Lauren has developed integrated marketing strategies that effectively communicate corporate value propositions, support business development goals, and elevate brand positioning in competitive markets.
Next Travel Stop on My Vision Board
Monaco Grand Prix
Not at My Desk? I'm Probably
Playing golf
Four-Legged
Coworker
Gus the Great Pyrenees
If I Had a Different Career, I'd Be
An architect
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