Meet the Team
Chris Bahn
Chris Bahn is a communications, media and marketing veteran with deep roots and relationships in Arkansas. A native of the state, he lived in Jonesboro, El Dorado, Washington D.C., Benton and Northwest Arkansas before discovering in 2016 that his home was in Little Rock.
When he’s not chasing his two young sons, ages 4 and 2, through Hillcrest, Chris can likely be found on a restaurant patio with his wife, Rebecca, kayaking or hiking the state’s natural beauty or enjoying live music. He spends an embarrassing number of minutes each year listening to Spotify, with recent musical obsessions ranging from Geese and Kendrick Lamar to Bon Iver, Dead & Company and whatever new music rabbit hole you might suggest.
Chris understands that the relationships we build and the words we use tell powerful stories — stories that have the potential to forge trust, shape perception and inspire action. Whether he’s guiding public relations strategies, crafting executive communications or building coalition partnerships, Chris is passionate about creating the conversations that connect. He also serves as Director of Public Relations for Kirkpatrick Creative.
In his work and life, Chris believes that no two challenges are alike — but they do require the same thoughtful deployment of words and network.
Natalie Mason
Natalie Mason is an Operations & Engagement Coordinator with C. Bahn Strategic Partners, where she helps keep projects organized and clients supported from her home base in Jonesboro. A Batesville native, she brings a blend of business training, creative work and regional experience to the firm’s clients across Arkansas and the Mid-South, helping create the conversations that connect.
Natalie is a graduate of Arkansas State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. While at A-State she was named to the Dean’s List, volunteered with organizations on and off campus and was accepted into The National Society of Leadership and Success, an honor reserved for less than 5 percent of students nationwide. She also completed an internship with Jonesboro Unlimited, focusing on social media content and digital communications to support economic development and community engagement efforts.
In addition to her role at C. Bahn Strategic Partners, Natalie runs a wedding and portrait photography business that strengthens her skills in branding, marketing and client experience.
Outside of work, Natalie loves to read, watch movies, explore nature, travel and go on hikes.