About MNM

​At the forefront of the industry
Let us blow you out of the water.
​MNM is backed by decades of experience providing creative solutions to the unique challenges water utilities face every day. Whether it's communicating with customers or influencing legislative change, MNM has proven results.

Our water work spans decades and includes TV ads for the Sacramento Municipal Utilities District and integrated campaigns for American Water in 13 states. ​MNM has received national awards (PRSA, IABC and a Telly) recognizing exceptional work on behalf of our water utility clients. 

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We are communications experts on a mission to connect you with your communities.
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​MNM bridges the gap between clients and the people whose influence matter most. Our network and experience helps clients intersect with government, the news media and the public. 

Founded in 1977, MNM is an award-winning, certified women-owned business enterprise. We provide creative communication solutions to clients locally and nationwide, including large water industries and NGOs. We consult, strategize, design and implement print and digital, multi-channel advertising and communications.
Certifications
Women-Owned Business Enterprise
California Public Utilities Commission (WBE)
Small Business Enterprise
State of California, Department of General Services (SB)
MISSION
Effectively connect with our clients' communities. We are truth tellers, always seeking to uphold ideals of quality, responsiveness and integrity for ourselves and our clients.
VISION
Cultivate an inspirational environment that brings out the best in our clients and ourselves. We deliver honest, responsive and clear communications, creating meaningful, positive connections between our clients and their communities.​

Meet Our Team

KELLY MURPHY LAMKIN
CEO
BECKY KARP
Creative Director
DANIELLE THOMSEN
Account Director
STEVEN KENYON
Director of Operations

Remembering Our Founder, Bob Nelson

Robert Eugene “Bob” Nelson, 70, of San Diego passed away on March 28, 2022. A mentor to many, Bob was admired for his brilliant strategic mind, his commitment to civic and political causes, his larger-than-life personality, his wit and his generous heart.

Born on October 25, 1951, in Jefferson, Wis., Bob was the youngest of four children. As a child, Bob was just how you would imagine: clever, strong-willed, an avid reader and never lacking in humor. At the age of 16, Bob left high school and eventually found himself working in the medical records department of a Southern California hospital. He got his big break in politics when he was selected to work for the Orange County Supervisors’ office for Ron Caspers. In 1977, Bob struck out on his own and launched his first communications agency, Robert Nelson & Associates. Bob quickly became an expert in running successful ballot measure campaigns and gained notoriety as a ballot measure specialist.

​Click here to read the full obituary.