Changing
The Game
ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE
EXPERIENCE +
PERSPECTIVE
DIGITAL
MEDIA
Excellence
Welcome to
ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN
DIGITAL STORYTELLING.
The Excellence Agency is a collective of writers, creators, taste makers, and game changers with one mission - tell your story in the twenty-first century. Combining the best tactics of the old guard with modern innovations and fresh thinking, we deliver the best possible results for modern brands, talent, and initiatives getting their start. We’re bringing your perspective to the gate keepers of the world and amplifying what makes you great because great is what you truly are. Welcome to the new communications and multi-media game.
Welcome to Excellence. Welcome to The Excellence Agency.
The Game
Changing
ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE
The power of AI combined with the expertise of seasoned publicists allow us to maximize efficiency and results.
EXPERIENCE +
PERSPECTIVE
Founded by a Zillennial with over 10 years in PR and marketing, our team is uniquely positioned with young, fresh perspectives informed by an abundance of experiences.
DIGITAL
MEDIA
With our in-house newsletter and podcast coming in 2024, Excellence is set to pave the way as a PR and digital media hybrid.
PUBLIC
RELATIONS
We create comprehensive PR strategies that build and maintain our clients' reputations, generate positive media coverage, and manage crises.
INFLUENCER
MARKETING
We connect our clients with relevant influencers who can help them reach their target audience and build their brand awareness.
TALENT
MANAGEMENT
We manage the careers of actors, musicians, creators, models, and other talent, negotiating contracts and building their brands.
WHAT Excellence CAN DO
Founders
Meet our
JaseLucas
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Jase Lucas is a career communicator who is passionate about innovating the world of public relations by embracing Excellence in digital storytelling. Since its inception, he has served as the Founder & CEO of the Excellence Agency, providing a unique Zillenial worldview to LA’s first AI-inclusive PR firm.
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With nearly 10 years of work in digital marketing and publicity, Jase’s experiences span the fashion, wellness, beauty, lifestyle, and entertainment industries with leading brands like Live Nation, White Fox, CELSIUS, ColourPop, JustFab, and more. With an extensive background launching digital influencer and affiliate programs, his mission is to incorporate the best practices of traditional PR into the modern platforms that have been revolutionized by social media. Beyond his work with globally renowned organizations, Jase also has a history of securing media features, multi-million-dollar collaborations, and brand deals for his increasingly exclusive list of VIP connections.
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In addition to his work at The Excellence Agency, Jase is passionate about good coffee, advocating for marginalized groups (especially the LGBTQIA+ community), and his faith. He is a families minister, and lives in Los Angeles with his boyfriend and two cats.
MarkStephenson
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Mark Stephenson, Founder & COO of The Excellence Agency, is on a mission to help clients embrace their Excellence through public relations.
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Mark is a creative hyphenate, known for his work in the world of theater and entertainment. With over 60 leading roles, Mark has proven his talent as an actor, writer, and director. He's a proudly recognized member of SAG-AFTRA since 1987 and currently serves on the board of directors for a Los Angeles theater company while also hosting Our Story: The Podcast on the Harmony Podcast Network. In the business and nonprofit sectors, Mark has spent the past 28 years fine-tuning his expertise in business administration, financial management, contracts, and negotiations.
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Beyond his professional life, Mark's commitment to making a positive impact shines through his extensive volunteer work including leading hurricane recovery efforts in New Jersey and a post-earthquake rebuilding initiative in Haiti. He is passionate about world travel and is a man of strong faith. Outside of his work, Mark is a pastor, community advocate, LGTBQIA+ ally, and social justice proponent.