Kyla Thompson (she/her) brings a client service-focused approach to all her work. She believes that responsive and transparent communication with her clients and team is crucial when coordinating complex projects. She has over a decade of experience working in a variety of law firm settings as a business development and legal marketing professional, event manager, and paralegal. Kyla has enjoyed supporting a wide range of industry and practice teams over the years, including labor and employment, health care, litigation, immigration, education, non-profits, environment and natural resources, real estate, personal injury, and technology.
In her role, Kyla manages the agency’s media technology tools to demonstrate the impact of integrated communications efforts. She leverages data-driven insights and performance analytics reporting to help clients understand how their thought leadership, media placements, and strategic messaging contribute to visibility and engagement. By combining leading AI technology with a hands-on approach, Kyla supports the agency’s client teams in identifying impact and opportunities for communications programs.
Kyla also brings decades of expertise in strategic, business development-focused event planning. With a strong understanding of law firm growth goals and client engagement strategies, she has successfully led the planning and execution of high-impact events, including client programs, practice group initiatives, and firmwide milestone celebrations that support brand visibility, foster relationships, and drive new business opportunities. She also designs retreats and team-building experiences that strengthen internal collaboration, boost morale, and reinforce a firm’s culture and business objectives. Her ability to align event strategy with broader development goals makes her a valued partner to law firms.
Integrity and authentic connections are essential for Kyla, and her curious nature helps her stay creative and adaptable as she navigates new and challenging situations with her clients. She is a life-long learner and deeply committed to personal and professional growth. This is why she prioritizes integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives into her work and personal life. Kyla believes collaborating with a team of diverse backgrounds is crucial for business success since everyone brings unique ideas, experiences, and expertise to the table.
Kyla has enjoyed volunteering with the Legal Marketing Association for many years. She recently finished a three-year term on the Northwest Local Steering Committee and enjoyed working with great teams the past two years as Co-Chair and Vice-Chair of LMA’s Tech West Conference. Kyla loves technology and believes staying connected to peers and mentors in the legal marketing community helps her incorporate innovation and fresh perspectives into her work.
Kyla is a native Oregonian and enjoys being outdoors and spending quality time with her family and friends. She and her partner love to adventure, travel, and explore new experiences. Rock climbing, yoga, hiking, and playing with her cat are some of her favorite hobbies.