Our Story
In 2018, with decades of experience at the forefront of communications strategies in the renewable energy industry, the Innovant Public Relations team decided to branch out. Innovant Public Relations, a communications strategy firm, was launched with the goal of supporting companies, both in the clean energy sector and elsewhere, that are seeking community outreach counsel and support, media relations, event management, and branding. We understand the importance of listening to our clients, using a narrative that resonates with target audiences, working on tight deadlines, and building and maintaining lasting relationships.
Get To Know Us

Sarah Bray
President
Sarah has a track record of developing strong brands and communications strategies aimed at increasing public awareness. Sarah has secured feature stories in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Economist, The Atlantic, the Chicago Tribune, the Houston Chronicle, Texas Monthly, on NPR nationally and regionally, and in countless regional, local and trade publications.
Sarah brings nearly 20 years of public relations and outreach experience and directed corporate communications at two leading renewable energy companies. Prior to entering the energy space, Sarah worked for PR agencies representing an array of clients in the hospitality, nonprofit, and retail sectors in Houston. Sarah is actively involved in the Houston Arts Community and served on the Board of Directors of Art League Houston for six years, including as President of the Board from 2015 – 2016.
Erin Szalkowski
Principal
Erin graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 2007. As former Senior Counsel and Head of Land at Clean Line Energy, Erin has over eight years of project management and public outreach experience. She is well versed in renewable energy strategy for state and local permitting processes, as well as public engagement. Erin served as Clean Line’s legal and/or land representative in community roundtable meetings, public open houses, public hearings, and direct landowner negotiations in nine states. Erin saw firsthand and has a great appreciation for how strong brand identity and project support can bolster broad public perception, enhance a desired narrative with target audiences, and ultimately help to secure necessary regulatory permits for clean energy projects.


Louis Pitre
Designer & Web Developer
Louis graduated from the University of Houston’s Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts Graphic Design program. Louis has worked in-house as a graphic designer for Clean Line Energy and also worked for ttweak, a top-tier branding agency in Houston. Louis has a deep understanding of design elements and communications standards necessary to create inviting, simple, and clear narratives. Louis brings a modern and clean aesthetic to his design products and works to ensure that messaging is presented effectively. Louis is a true creative and outside of work enjoys writing music and playing the drums and piano.
Catherine Cral
Coordinator
As coordinator at Innovant Public Relations, Catherine spends her time supporting many various day-to-day efforts, including drafting and distributing press releases, assisting with media buys, organizing events, researching and building media lists, and coordinating community outreach endeavors. Currently completing her undergraduate thesis at Georgetown University, Catherine has served as an information desk specialist at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum, host of a WGTB Georgetown University Radio Broadcasting program and as a professional intern for leading energy provider, Exelon Corporation. With a thirst for knowledge and an eagerness to learn, Catherine continues her public relations journey and stands ready to work hard to get the job done well and on time.

What We Do






Branding & Design
Community Involvement
Digital Media
Event Production
Public Relations
Web Development
- Branding & Design
- Community Involvement
- Digital Media
- Event Production
- Public Relations
- Web Development