About
Our Story
With a foundation rooted in Charleston’s rich culture and an eye toward global opportunities, AhLo Media is dedicated to helping its clients achieve measurable success while staying true to their identities and communities. Our approach is personalized, ensuring a deep understanding of client needs and aspirations, and we are committed to creating successful strategies that drive business growth and individual career advancement. We set ourselves apart with a commitment to excellence and professionalism, staying true to our roots while embracing global perspectives.
At AhLo Media, we believe in the power of authentic connections and the impact they can have on shaping successful futures. Our tailored approach ensures that every collaboration is not just a project completed, but a valuable partnership unlocked.
Meet Our Team
Meet the dedicated professionals behind AhLo Media, committed to excellence in media solutions and fostering lasting partnerships.
Our Founders’ deep roots in local and national newsrooms give us an insider’s perspective into how stories are told—and how to ensure yours is heard. By combining strategic planning, personal connections, and hands-on execution, we create media relations campaigns that deliver measurable results for small businesses, hospitality ventures, and public figures alike.
Alissa Holmes
Founder & CEO
Alissa Holmes is an award-winning Journalist and Communications Strategist based in Charleston, SC. With a career spanning local and national news, she has been nominated for an Emmy three times and has earned multiple RTDNAC awards for Excellence in Journalism. Leveraging more than a decade of experience in media, politics, government, and crisis communication, Alissa co-founded this boutique PR firm to help clients navigate complex narratives, protect their reputations, and build impactful brands. Her expertise in strategic storytelling and rapid response makes her a trusted voice in the industry.
Lydia Robinson
Founder & COO
Lydia Robinson is an Emmy Award-Winning Producer and North Charleston, SC native with a decade of experience in the media and communications field. Over the course of her career in broadcast journalism, Lydia has produced newscasts in a top 10 market where she brought spotlight to stories that mattered, aided businesses display their missions to consumers and provided a platform for creatives to showcase their skills. Through AhLo Media, Lydia plans to continue her passion from a different lens.