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Irene Pan

Irene Pan is an Analyst in TrailRunner International’s Shanghai office.

Prior to joining TrailRunner, Irene worked as a marketing specialist for a labeling and packaging service provider in the fashion industry. Before that, Irene interned at Publicis Groupe where she supported events and media relations. In addition to China, she has lived, studied, and worked in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany.

Irene holds a Master of Science in marketing from Loughborough University in the United Kingdom and a bachelor’s degree from Chongqing University of Arts & Sciences. She is also fluent in English, Chinese, and German.

In her free time, Irene enjoys traveling, reading, watching movies, and practicing Chinese calligraphy.

Montana Lloyd

Montana Lloyd is an Analyst in TrailRunner International’s Truckee office.

Prior to becoming an Analyst, Montana completed the firm’s internship program. She also worked as a Sports Information Director in the Athletics Department at the University of Nevada, Reno for women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s skiing, and women’s track and field.

Montana graduated with a Master of Arts in journalism and her Sports Management Executive Certificate and a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno.

In her free time, she enjoys working out, watching sports, reading, spending time with friends, and shopping.

Erica Durán

Erica Durán is the Executive Assistant to TrailRunner International’s Executive Chairman, Jim Wilkinson. She is based in the company’s Dallas/Fort Worth headquarters.

Erica has over 20 years of experience in executive administration. She has partnered with senior managing directors at Accenture, the CIO and senior leadership at Hudson Advisors and the CEO and executive staff at Stewart & Stevenson.

In her spare time, Erica enjoys event planning, musicals, sporting events, serving communities and spending time with her family. Traveling is her favorite hobby, especially returning to her hometown, the Sun City of Texas, El Paso.

Marne Bormann

Marne Bormann is an Employee Experience Manager in TrailRunner International’s Dallas/Fort Worth Office.

Prior to joining TrailRunner, Marne served as the primary customer service representative for Consolidated Insurance Markets, a DFW-based independent insurance brokerage. Before that, Marne was a partner at Tahoe University, a lifestyle experience boutique, where she managed all aspects of operations and finance, marketing initiatives, and relationships with customers and vendors. For nearly a decade, Marne worked as a commercial lines underwriter for Pharmacist Mutual, a private insurance and risk management provider specializing in the healthcare industry.

Marne is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts in textiles and apparel. In her free time, Marne enjoys spending time with her husband Eric, and four kids, Cade, Ellie, Mason, and Hadley.

Christoph Diesch

Christoph Diesch is a Director for TrailRunner International based in the United Arab Emirates.

Bringing more than 10 years of government, corporate, and startup communications experience, Christoph joined the firm from Edelman, where he served as Head of Technology for the UAE. In this capacity, Christoph led the development and execution of regional communications strategies for leading international, regional, and UAE-based tech firms.

In addition, Christoph led the communications programs and media centers for some of Dubai’s largest technology events such as GITEX Technology Week, AI Everything, and GISEC. Before leading Edelman’s technology practice, Christoph oversaw large teams on some of the firm’s largest EMEA clients and was part of a dual-hub team operating between London and Dubai for a major multinational client.

Prior to his five-year tenure at Edelman, Christoph held various positions at APCO Worldwide, mainly working on government affairs projects, which included work with the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy and the Prime Minister’s Office.

Christoph holds a Master of Science in international management for China from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, as well as a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in international relations and Chinese from the University of Westminster and Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

Outside of work, and apart from being a passionate dog lover, Christoph enjoys going on long road bike rides through the UAE’s picturesque Al Qudra desert, CrossFit, and reading.

Anan Ibrahim

Anan Ibrahim is a Director for TrailRunner International based in the United Arab Emirates drawing on 14 years of experience in communications in both agency and in-house roles.

Anan specializes in providing counsel and communications support to clients in the energy, oil and gas, and industrials sectors. Prior to joining TrailRunner, Anan led Edelman’s UAE energy practice where she oversaw the setup and growth of the firm’s energy portfolio, which included some of the largest energy companies in the world.

Anan also led large-scale communications projects for clients participating at Expo 2020 and more recently, COP28. She also oversaw the delivery of Arabic spokesperson training modules for senior government officials and C-suite executives.

Before joining Edelman, Anan held an in-house role as Head of Media Relations at the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) for six years. She also previously served in a variety of roles with global firms including Weber Shandwick and Golin.

Anan holds a Bachelor of Arts in mass communication from the American University of Sharjah and a Certificate of Crisis Management in social media from the International School of Communication (ISOC).

Anan was born in the UAE but is of Egyptian heritage. She is a mother of two. In her spare time, she knits, watches documentaries, and hopes to write children’s books in the very near future.

Angelique Sanderson

Angelique Sanderson is an Executive Assistant for TrailRunner International based in Austin, Texas.

Prior to joining TrailRunner, Angelique served as Executive Assistant and Director of Operations and Scheduling for Amanda Bush, the Managing Partner of St. Augustine Capital Partners and Executive Vice President of Backpack Networks. Angelique previously held the role of Executive Assistant to the CEO, COO and Executive Vice President at Parsley Energy.

Angelique received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from The University of Texas at Austin with a focus in public relations and a minor in French. In her free time, Angelique finds joy in family moments with her husband, daughter, and identical twin sons. An avid soccer and marching band mom, she can often be found cheering enthusiastically on a soccer or football field.

Amanda Bush

Amanda Bush is a Managing Director for TrailRunner International based in Austin, Texas. A seasoned attorney and litigator who also serves as Of Counsel to the Texas law firm Jackson Walker, Amanda has spent her career advising clients facing complex legal matters, including commercial litigation, intellectual property, media, and First Amendment.

Amanda has a proven track record of building and maintaining strong strategic relationships with companies, industry leaders, and key officials across Texas. She also serves as Managing Partner and President of Pine Cove Strategies, a Texas-based strategic advisory firm specializing in business consulting, government relations, and public affairs. Amanda routinely leverages her network to drive strategic growth and add value to her clients. She has served on numerous Boards of Directors and Advisory Boards for both publicly traded and private companies. Her strategic counsel is highly sought after by C-suite executives, reflecting a trusted reputation for insightful leadership and guidance.

Amanda has been named a “Rising Star” by Thomson Reuters and a “Top Attorney” by Fort Worth, Texas magazine, and was named to the Fort Worth Business Press’s “40 Under 40” list. She graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas, and she received her law degree from The University of Texas School of Law.

Amanda lives in Austin with her husband and their two sons.

Britney Montes

Britney Montes is an Analyst in TrailRunner International’s Dallas/Fort Worth office.

Prior to becoming an Analyst, Britney completed the firm’s internship program. She also worked as a public relations intern at Christie Bilbrey.

Britney graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in communications from the University of Texas at Arlington.

In her free time, Britney enjoys listening to music, crocheting, and going on long walks around her neighborhood.

Alex Fassnacht

Alex Fassnacht is an Associate in TrailRunner International’s Dallas / Fort Worth office. Alex began her career at TrailRunner International as an intern before being named an Analyst in 2023.

Before joining the firm, Alex worked at Southern Methodist University as a student ambassador in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and as an intern at the Office of President George W. Bush.

Alex graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in political science and public policy from Southern Methodist University.

In her free time, Alex enjoys running, reading, and being with her friends and family.

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