Tricia Strahler

Tricia Strahler is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in public relations and marketing, serving as the Director of Public Relations at National Church Residences since 2025 and as the Founder and President of Sparkafire since July 2002. Strahler has demonstrated expertise across various sectors, including technology-based economic development, multifamily housing, long-term care, and luxury automotive. Notable achievements include leading a four-year initiative that earned Columbus the title of 2015 Intelligent Community of the Year and promoting central Ohio as a thriving entrepreneurial tech ecosystem. As Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at LifeCare Alliance from 2021 to 2025, Strahler directed branding and communications for a prominent health and human services organization. Leadership roles include serving as President of Columbus Rotary from 2015 to 2016, where strategic initiatives resulted in significant increases in foundation giving and membership diversity. Strahler holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, graduating Cum Laude with a focus on Public Relations from Ohio University.